WONDER

Explore the mind-blowing science and pioneering heritage of this special place

Jodrell Bank is an amazing, unique, and awe-inspiring place.
Unearth its stories across science, heritage and culture…

Science

“Science is a way of thinking much more than it is a body of knowledge”
Carl Sagan

Heritage

“Wisdom begins in wonder”
Socrates

Culture

“And we all shine on, like the moon and the stars and the sun”
John Lennon

Stories…

Exhibitions

Enjoy out-of-this-world fun this summer!

Get ready for out-of-this-world summer fun at Jodrell Bank with activities and events for all ages!

Heritage

The Moon Landing and Jodrell Bank

July 2024 marks the 55th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission. On 20th July, 1969, Bernard Lovell and his team at Jodrell Bank listened on as the Space Race was won.

Culture

A ‘Team of the Year’ WIN for Jodrell Bank!

We’re thrilled to announce that Jodrell Bank have been awarded ‘Team of the Year’ by Marketing Cheshire!

Culture

Jodrell Bank – Going Up A Gear!

The recent Tour of Britain captured the imagination of millions, but did you know the history of cycling at Jodrell Bank goes back to the origins of the site, when vehicle access was heavily restricted to protect the early radar experiments.

Culture

Jodrell Bank welcomes HRH The Princess Royal in celebration of UNESCO World Heritage status

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited us in January to mark the occasion of Jodrell Bank Observatory being awarded UNESCO World Heritage Status in 2019.

The truth is out there

Image: Mark Whitaker