Lovell Lecture Series 2026
29 Jan, 2026 – 23 Apr, 2026
We are proud to welcome a variety of leading scientists for our regular, evening Lovell Lectures series, named in honour of Sir Bernard Lovell, the Founder and first Director of Jodrell Bank Observatory.
These talks take place in our Wolfson Auditorium and are aimed at audiences aged 14+. Guests will also have the opportunity to book a pre-lecture meal at our fantastic First Light Café.
From uncovering the ingredients for life on Earth, to thought-provoking conversations with those shaping the future of spaceflight, join us as we unpack the mysteries of our Solar System!
Upcoming Lovell Lectures announced:
- 12 February – Return to the Moon (now sold out)
- 19 March – Building a Sustainable Space Future
- 23 April – Down to Earth Astronomy: A Tour of the Radio Universe
Return to the Moon
SOLD OUT! – With NASA’s Artemis II mission, astronauts will soon fly around the Moon for the first time since the Apollo era – marking a major milestone in the renewed age of human space exploration. In this special Lovell Lecture, we explore why the Moon still matters.
Building a Sustainable Space Future
Over 12,000 operational satellites currently circle Earth, delivering essential services that transform life on our planet. Yet with satellite launches rapidly accelerating, this Lovell Lecture explores the question: how can we harness the benefits whilst ensuring we build a sustainable space future?
19 Mar, 2026
Down to Earth Astronomy
The Universe has a lot of secrets to share with us and, so far, we’ve barely been listening. Whilst optical astronomy steals the headlines, what are we missing by focusing only on what our eyes have evolved to see? Dr Emma Chapman’s Lovell Lecture explores the cosmic revelations being led by the radio wave…
23 Apr, 2026