Families

Be curious together

Got a budding young astronaut on your hands? Is your little one starting to look a lot like Lovell? Jodrell Bank is the perfect place for families to explore their shared sense of curiosity and discover the wonders of science together.

We hold regular events throughout the year, from Meet the Expert to live Science Shows, that inspire families to get involved with science in action. Meanwhile, we produce a range of home-science resources so you can continue your journey of discovery beyong your visit.

What’s On?

Pink Floyd’s 50th anniversary of ‘The Dark Side Of The Moon’

Journey Beyond Reality: Celebrate Pink Floyd’s ‘The Dark Side Of The Moon’ 50th Anniversary with an Immersive Planetarium Show at Jodrell Bank.
17 Jun, 2023 – 24 Jun, 2023
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Half Term: We Are Guardians

Take a seat in our Space Dome to enjoy this new immersive dome show, We Are Guardians looks at how satellites can save the planet.
27 May, 2023 – 4 Jun, 2023
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Half Term: Meet the Expert

Curious about the cosmos? For the half term week, meet an expert who will welcome you to their science and blow your mind. Ask all the space questions you have ever wanted to!  
29 May, 2023 – 2 Jun, 2023
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Anne-Marie Broomhall: The Music of the Sun

As we edge nearer to the longest day of the year, come and hear Anne-Marie Broomhall talk about the music of the sun in this special solstice Lovell Lecture.
15 Jun, 2023
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Our Fragile Space – Opening Soon

Jodrell Bank welcomes Our Fragile Space, a photography exhibition about the reality of space debris, this summer.
17 Jun, 2023 – 17 Sep, 2023
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bluedot

bluedot is back at the UNESCO World Heritage site Jodrell Bank Observatory from 20th – 23rd July 2023.
20 Jul, 2023 – 23 Jul, 2023
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Explore and experiment…

Rocket Juice

Place your rocket on to the straw and you’re ready. To launch your rocket simply squeeze the carton and watch your rocket fly!

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Make a spectroscope

Spectroscopes are instruments which separate light depending on its wavelength. Make your own and experiment with it.

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