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…

A photo of four people stood in the Jodrell Bank Observatory control room, with the Lovell Telescope in the window behind.
News

Astronaut reserve John McFall visits Jodrell Bank

On Tuesday 15 July, Jodrell Bank was thrilled to welcome astronaut reserve John McFall for an inspiring day of school sessions, talks, and a behind-the-scenes tour of the Lovell Telescope… 

A photo of an audience attending a Dome Show screening of the Doves new album, 'Constellations for the Lonely.'
Culture

A different kind of radio wave: Jodrell Bank hosts Doves album party

Jodrell Bank is known for its cutting-edge science, but it’s also a ‘spiritual home’ for musicians, too! We were thrilled to host Doves and their fans for an exclusive Dome Show listening party for their new album, Constellations for the Lonely.

A photo of Professor Tim O'Brien, a man in a patterned shirt with a beard and glasses, holding a microphone.
News

Professor Tim O’Brien Appointed JBCE Director

The University of Manchester has appointed Professor Tim O’Brien as the new Director of the Jodrell Bank Centre for Engagement.

Global Grooves carnival procession - including a brass band a giant, colourful puppet, in front of the Lovell telescope.
Culture

Launching an out of this world summer at Jodrell

From show-stopping live music to fascinating talks and workshops, Jodrell Bank kicked off the summer with a sizzling Solstice weekend!

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Image: Mark Whitaker