Planetarium Go had been due to bring its huge 360-degree cinematic dome to the town centre from 30th October until 28th November, with the attraction planned for Wharf Green.
But the company has now confirmed that the entire Swindon run has been cancelled. Its website states:
“Unfortunately, our Swindon dates have been cancelled. All ticket holders will be refunded.”
Swindon24 understands equipment intended for the Swindon attraction was damaged during the severe weather which hit the UK towards the end of October.
The country was hit by Storm Austen and Storm Boelo in quick succession, with the Met Office recording strong winds and widespread disruption during the period.
Planetarium Go has not publicly confirmed that the storms were the cause of the cancellation. The attraction had been expected to arrive in Swindon immediately after a run in Bournemouth, which finished on 25th October.
Swindon Borough Council had helped secure the attraction as part of efforts to bring more leisure and cultural activities into the town centre. Swindon24 understands the council is now in discussions with Planetarium Go in the hope of bringing the attraction to Swindon in 2027 instead.
The original plans would have seen the travelling planetarium installed in the heart of the town centre for four weeks, showing immersive films about astronomy, space exploration and the Solar System.
Andrew Wells, Swindon Borough Council’s Head of Inward Investment and Inclusive Economy, had previously welcomed the arrival, saying attractions such as the planetarium could help strengthen Swindon’s visitor economy.
He said:
“Attracting unique leisure and creative opportunities like this makes Swindon an even more exciting place to live, work, and visit.
“It proves that inward investment isn’t just one-dimensional; it’s about shaping the character and visitor economy of our town.”
Planetarium Go describes the attraction as a mobile 360-degree cinema, travelling between UK towns and cities and showing educational and family-friendly films inside a large dome.
Anyone who had booked for the Swindon shows should receive a refund, according to Planetarium Go.
