# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Science of Space: The Physics of Science Fiction: Tardises & Teleports - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 11:30 am – Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: A series of free, accessible whistle-stop tours of the universe as an introduction to cosmology by our local astrophysicist.About this EventJourney with us from the Beecroft Art Gallery into the darkest corners of the cosmos, as part of our free, four part lecture series 'The Science of Space'.The third lecture in our 'Science of Space' series is 'The Physics of Science Fiction: Tardises, Teleports, Warp Drive, and beyond…'. Do wormholes exist? Can we travel backwards through time? Will we ever be able to jump to warp speed? Does life exist elsewhere in the Universe? How big is the energy bill on the Death Star? In this lecture we will explore some of the most exotic ideas from the world of Sci-Fi; discussing the real science (where it exists..) behind fictional technologies and ideas.This talk is accessible for ages 10+. Older children and adults will enjoy this talk, children younger than 10 are welcome, but some may struggle with understanding the content.Tickets are free, but prebooking is recommended. Please note that tickets are per person attending the talk. Every attendee will need a ticket.Robert Clemenson is a theoretical physics researcher and lecturer based at the University of Sussex and Royal Holloway, University of London. His research focusses on models of the Universe involving extra spatial dimensions, and dark matter. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/southend-on-sea/the-science-of-space-the-physics-of-science-fiction-tardises-and-teleports/100001990782091827 - **Event Categories**: science-fair, art, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Beecroft Art Gallery - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Southend-on-Sea - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Beecroft Art Gallery - **lat**: 51.5422181 - **long**: 0.7107985 - **full address**: Beecroft Art Gallery, Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Science of Space: The Physics of Science Fiction: Tardises & Teleports - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/441a9a60a22868487405b3b24a9f9a36b700b1e96c63f5c9bd54c9d64f94370e-rimg-w1200-h600-dc020101-gmir.jpg?v=1781262725 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Science of Space: The Physics of Science Fiction: Tardises & Teleports being held? - **A:** The Science of Space: The Physics of Science Fiction: Tardises & Teleports takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 11:30 am to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Beecroft Art Gallery, Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Science of Space: The Physics of Science Fiction: Tardises & Teleports? - **A:** The Science of Space: The Physics of Science Fiction: Tardises & Teleports is organized by Southend Museums. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Science of Space: The Physics of Science Fiction: Tardises & Teleports is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Southend-on-Sea, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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