
May Half Term at Jodrell Bank
24 May, 2025 – 1 Jun, 2025
Fancy a trip to outer space this May holiday? Blast off to family fun at Jodrell Bank, home to the UK’s largest radio telescope!
Design Your Martian Spacesuit Patch
Step into the role of a space explorer and create a collaborative Martian spacesuit in this exclusive workshop with Anurita Chandola, spacewear and textiles artist.
Perfect for curious children aged 4-16, the group will blend teamwork, storytelling, and creativity to craft their own custom spacesuit patches in a personalised, action-packed session that’s really out of this world!
2 hour workshops taking place 28 & 29 May, 10.30 & 13.30. Book in advance.
Science Busking
Join our friendly team in the orrery for a chance to get hands-on with meteorites and ask your burning science questions!
Included in ticket.
Meet The Telescope
A beacon on the Cheshire horizon, this is your opportunity to get up close and personal with the iconic Lovell Telescope! Join us outside for this bitesize introduction to Jodrell Bank’s famous big dish, filled with fun facts for the whole family…
15 minute outdoor sessions, taking place 12.15, 13.15 and 14.15 each day (weather dependent).
Included in ticket.
Telescope Talks
Ever wondered what our telescope is looking at? If our Meet The Telescope sessions have left you hungry for more, join us for our daily sit-down show where our team will delve deeper into the secrets of the Lovell, from the dawn of the Space Age to revolutionising our understanding of the universe…
To top it all off, we’ll bring the science to life with exciting live demonstrations – guaranteed to make you go wow!
30 minute indoor show, taking place 11.15 and 15.30 each day.
Included in ticket.
Brand New Trail Sheet
Embark on a mission across our stunning Cheshire grounds with a brand new trail sheet – more details coming soon…
Included in ticket.
Ted’s Space Adventure
Discover the secrets of the Solar System at our special Space Dome screenings of Ted’s Space Adventure. With sing-along music and rhyme, this show is a must for tiny space explorers (recommended ages 2-5).
26 & 29 May, 11.00.
Space Crafts
Get cosmically creative and channel your wonder and curiosity at our space craft station.
Included in ticket.
Plus, enjoy picturesque picnic spots, a playground, and four pavilions packed with interactive exhibitions and fun.
All entry tickets are now annual – with the option to save 10% on admission by booking online!

image Two children in Martian spacesuits, crafted by Anurita Chandola (‘Design Your Martian Spacesuit Patch’ workshop).