Visitors walk into a black building with the Lovell Telescope in the background.

Fuel your curiosity this February!

Big dish. Even bigger day out!

February Half Term at Jodrell Bank

14 Feb, 202622 Feb, 2026

This February half term, blast off to an out-of-this-world adventure at Jodrell Bank! Celebrate the upcoming Artemis launch with a jaw-dropping new science show, embark on a stamp-collecting mission with our latest site trail, get hands-on with cosmic crafts, and journey to Mars in the Space Dome. With engaging activities for all ages, there’s something for every aspiring astronaut!

Due to popular demand, pre-booking is strongly advised to guarantee entry. All tickets are annual passes, meaning unlimited returns all year round – and save 10% on general admission when you book online.

DAILY SCIENCE SHOW

Prepare to be wowed by our latest science show – inspiring the next generation of astronauts with the Artemis mission!

Free with admission. Add-on at online checkout.
Daily shows with first come first served seating, pre-booking and early arrival is advised.

BRAND-NEW SITE TRAIL

Gather stellar discoveries across the Cheshire countryside with our new embossing-stamp site trail! Hunt for stamps to fill your space passport, and uncover amazing secrets about the Solar System along the way.

The £1.50 trail booklet can be collected at the ticket booth.

ONE STEP BEYOND: A JOURNEY TO MARS

One small step was just the beginning. Now, we take one step beyond – driven by curiosity and ready to write the boldest chapter yet in human exploration.

Journey to Mars in our latest immersive Space Dome Show, narrated by Richard Armitage.

Recommended for ages 5+.
Screenings daily. £5 add-on.
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TED’S SPACE ADVENTURE

Introduce little space explorers to the Solar System with Ted’s Space Adventure, a Space Dome Show packed with music, rhymes and interactive fun!

Recommended for ages 2-5.
Wednesday 18 Feb, 11.00. £5 add-on.
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SPACE CRAFTS

Channel your curiosity about the cosmos and get creative at our space crafts station.

Included with ticket.

TELESCOPE TALKS

Ever wondered what our telescope is looking at? Come along to our daily sit-down show, where our experts will explore the mysteries of the Lovell and bring the science to life with explosive live demonstrations!

Included with ticket.
30 minute indoor show.
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DISCOVER THE DISH

Get up close and personal with the iconic Lovell Telescope! Join us outside for this bitesize introduction to Jodrell Bank’s big dish, filled with fun facts for the whole family…

Included with ticket.
15 minute outdoor sessions (weather and staff dependent).

PLUS experience interactive exhibitions, explore acres of Cheshire countryside, and stop by one of our locally sourced cafés – perfect spots for hungry astronauts to refuel.

A photo of children playing in the First Light Pavilion exhibition.