Get ready for a cosmic winter under the stars at Jodrell Bank, where we’ll be hosting a variety of cosy events across the season to get you in the festive spirit!

All shows can be added onto general admission booking at checkout.

Dome Show: What Santa Sees

The sky’s inky dark, the stars all aglow, the moonlight is crisp on the fresh fallen snow. It’s Christmas Eve and Santa has an important job to do – travel the globe to deliver presents before the night is through.

Fly alongside the reindeers and discover the night sky through Santa’s eyes! From the shining moon to the changing constellations, this enchanting Space Dome Show brings together storytelling and astronomy to take you on an immersive journey in Santa’s sleigh.

Recommended for families. Children’s tickets include a hot chocolate and gingerbread man. £5. Weekends 15 November – 21 December, 22 and 23 December. Find out more.

Goofus Theatre Puppet Show: All in a Mouse’s Night

A curious mouse, about in the house, could lead to all sorts of strange, magical, and fantastical adventures…

Prepare yourself for a weekend of festivities and puppetry with Goofus Theatre, who present a non-verbal, marvellous, mousey play packed with plenty of heart!

Recommended for ages 7 and under. £7. Saturday 20 December – Sunday 21 December. Find out more.

Dome Show: Ted’s Space Adventure

Explore the Solar System with Ted the bear and his trusty companion, Plant, in this interactive show in the Space Dome. Packed with music, rhyme, and sing-along fun, it’s one small step for Ted, one giant leap for little stargazers!

Recommended for ages 2-7. £5. 9 November, 28 December, 30 December. Find out more.

Astro Nights

The iconic Lovell Telescope has long been a gateway to charting the Universe, and now it’s your turn!

Make the most of the longer nights with our hugely popular evening Astro sessions, where you’ll have the chance to get hands-on with stargazing equipment, learn from experts, and turn your eyes to the skies in a series of events celebrating all things astronomy.

Selected dates for both adults and children throughout the winter season. Find out more.

Plus, with locally-sourced cafes stocked with festive treats, a frosty Arboretum perfect for winter walks, daily Telescope Talks with explosive live demonstrations, and four pavilions packed with interactive exhibitions and fun, there’s something for the whole family…

All entry tickets are now annual – save 10% on admission by booking online!