Events
Astro Season 2025/26
This winter, our hugely popular Astro Nights return, giving you the chance to get hands-on with stargazing equipment, learn from experts, and turn your eyes to the skies in a series of evenings celebrating all things astronomy.
4 Nov, 2025 – 25 Mar, 2026
We Are Stars
Embark on an out-of-this-world journey to discover our cosmic origins in this astounding Dome Show, answering some of the Universe’s biggest questions… This show can be added on at point of booking.
14 Jan, 2026 – 28 Feb, 2026
CAPCOM GO! The Apollo Story
On 16 July, 1969, three astronauts blasted off on a daring mission to land humans on the Moon… Relive their journey into the unknown and back again in this exciting Apollo 11 Dome Show, which can be added on at point of booking.
14 Jan, 2026 – 28 Feb, 2026
The Great Solar System Adventure
Young space adventurers can explore the wonders and perils of the stars in The Great Solar System Adventure, a hair-raising Dome Show which can be added to your visit at point of booking.
17 Jan, 2026 – 28 Feb, 2026
One Step Beyond: A Journey to Mars
Experience the thrill of launch, challenges of life in space, cutting-edge tech, and search for life in this exciting Space Dome Show, taking you on a journey to Mars! This show can be added on at point of booking.
17 Jan, 2026 – 28 Feb, 2026
Cosmic Threads Community Quilt Exhibition
To mark 80 years of connection with the universe, we invited the public to join us in a community quilt project celebrating Jodrell’s heritage and discoveries.
We’re delighted to share the finished artwork in this inspiring public exhibition!
24 Jan, 2026 – 22 Mar, 2026
Free with admission
Lovell Lecture Series 2026
2026 Lovell Lecture series announced. We are proud to welcome a variety of leading scientists for our regular, evening Lovell Lectures series at Jodrell Bank.
29 Jan, 2026 – 23 Apr, 2026
February Half Term at Jodrell Bank
Tickets launch 20th January: Blast off to an out-of-this-world adventure this February! Enjoy our Artemis-themed science show, collect stamps in our new site trail, get hands-on with cosmic crafts, and journey to Mars in the Space Dome.
14 Feb, 2026 – 22 Feb, 2026
Ted’s Space Adventure
The perfect introduction to wonderous new worlds for your little ones, join us over the holidays for a charming, interactive Dome Show that puts the stars at your fingertips! This show can be added on at point of booking.
18 Feb, 2026
Relaxed Visits to Jodrell Bank
Relaxed visits take place from 10am on the first Sunday of the month. Sessions include reduced sound and a relaxed early showing of our free film ‘Introduction to Jodrell Bank’ at 10.15.
1 Mar, 2026
5 Apr, 2026
3 May, 2026
Astro Night: Kids
SOLD OUT! – Calling all budding astronomers – prepare to take your first ‘giant leap’ into stargazing at Jodrell’s Astro Night: Kids! Learn how to navigate the night sky in this stellar evening for the whole family.
7 Mar, 2026
From £13.50
Step Into Astrophotography
SOLD OUT! – Learn to capture the ever-changing beauty of the night sky in an introductory astrophotography class at Jodrell Bank.
Includes lecture and practical session.
11 Mar, 2026
£33 – £38
Building a Sustainable Space Future
Over 12,000 operational satellites currently circle Earth, delivering essential services that transform life on our planet. Yet with satellite launches rapidly accelerating, this Lovell Lecture explores the question: how can we harness the benefits whilst ensuring we build a sustainable space future?
19 Mar, 2026
£12-£14
The Martian
Cutting-edge science meets cinematic storytelling. If Project Hail Mary has you hooked on Andy Weir’s blockbuster brand of Sci-Fi, join us for an unforgettable screening of his other beloved masterpiece, The Martian, in Jodrell’s Space Dome cinema.
21 Mar, 2026
£10-£12
Next Steps Astrophotography
Elevate your technique and transform your celestial photos into works of art with an advanced astrophotography class, following on from our ‘Step Into’ session.
This session is classroom-based.
25 Mar, 2026
£22 – £27
Down to Earth Astronomy
The Universe has a lot of secrets to share with us and, so far, we’ve barely been listening. Whilst optical astronomy steals the headlines, what are we missing by focusing only on what our eyes have evolved to see? Dr Emma Chapman’s Lovell Lecture explores the cosmic revelations being led by the radio wave…
23 Apr, 2026
£12-£14