This October, blast off to a cosmic extravaganza for the whole family at Jodrell Bank – including a brand new, mind-blowing science show, and a journey to Mars in the Space Dome! With creative crafts, new exhibitions, and engaging talks galore, there’s something for every aspiring astronaut… Sci-fi themed dress-up is highly encouraged!

Plus, all tickets are annual passes – and you can save 10% on general admission when you book online.

NEW SCIENCE SHOW

Joins us daily for an stellar new science show, where we’ll be busting space myths, decoding cosmic mysteries, and answering your wildest questions about the Universe.

Packed with explosive facts and fun surprises, watch this space – more details launching soon!

Included with ticket.

NEW DOME SHOW

One Step Beyond: A Journey to Mars

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

Tune into this immersive new Dome Show, narrated by Richard Armitage, where you’ll experience first-hand the thrill of launch, the challenges of life in space, the cutting-edge technology of NASA’s Artemis program, and the search for life that could transform how we see our planet, our past, and our place in the cosmos…

Are you ready for the journey to Mars?

£5 add-on. Recommended for ages 5+. Dates to be announced soon.

TED’S SPACE ADVENTURE

Explore the Solar System with Ted’s Space Adventure in the Space Dome. Packed with music, rhymes and interactive fun, this weekly show is a must for little space explorers!

Recommended for ages 2-7.
Wednesday at 11.00. £5 add-on.

Learn more.

TELESCOPE TALKS

Ever wondered what our telescope is looking at? If our exhibitions and shows have sparked your appetite for deeper knowledge, come along to our daily sit-down show where our experts will explore the mysteries 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 explosive live demonstrations – guaranteed to make you go wow!

15.30 daily. 30 minute indoor show.
Included with ticket.

SPACE CRAFTS

Let your creativity run wild and and channel your curiosity about the cosmos at our space craft station.

Included with ticket.

DISCOVER THE DISH

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

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

SCIENCE BUSKING

Stop by our Clockwork Orrery for a science busking session with our friendly volunteers, revealing how it works and more secrets about our Solar System!

Available on weekdays, depending on volunteer availability. Included with ticket.

GEMINI AND MERCURY REMASTERED EXHIBITION

From bestselling author and NASA digital restoration expert, Andy Saunders, comes this stunning collection of photos from the dawn of human space exploration. Gemini and Mercury Remastered brings to life the pivotal, intimate moments from the Gemini and Mercury missions like never before in this brand-new, temporary exhibition.

Included with ticket. Find out more.

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