Events
Telescope Talks
Jodrell Bank is famous for its big dish. Find out why and what it does.
Talks take place at 3.30pm everyday, and last approximately 30 minutes.
6 Sep, 2024 – 31 Dec, 2024
Cap Com Go!
This immersive show takes you on an exciting journey to space and back through the use of incredible animation.
18 Sep, 2024 – 28 Feb, 2025
Dome Show: We Are Stars
This immersive dome show takes you on an exciting journey to discover our cosmic origins through the use of amazing animation.
19 Sep, 2024 – 28 Feb, 2025
The Great Solar System Adventure
Explore the wonders and perils of the stars with The Great Schiaparelli in The Great Solar System Adventure!
Add this hair-raising Dome Show onto your visit when you book an Annual Pass.
21 Sep, 2024 – 28 Feb, 2025
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 10.15am.
6 Oct, 2024
3 Nov, 2024
1 Dec, 2024
Tom Whipple: Battle of the Beams and Bernard Lovell
The second in our Heritage Lecture series, hear from Times editor Tom Whipple on the evolution and legacy of radar and radio astronomy.
10 Oct, 2024
£10 – £12
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.
12 Oct, 2024 – 1 Dec, 2024
£18 – £14
October Half Term at Jodrell Bank
Be on the lookout for little green men this October, as Jodrell Bank hosts a half term extraterrestrial extravaganza! A great day out for families and friends of all ages, a trip to Jodrell brings together science, heritage, learning and adventure like nowhere else.
21 Oct, 2024 – 3 Nov, 2024
Astronomy Photographer of the Year
Travel to the edge of the universe in astounding detail at the Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition, coming to Jodrell Bank this October and free with admission.
26 Oct, 2024 – 27 Apr, 2025
Free
Ted’s Space Adventure
The perfect introduction to wonderous new worlds for your little ones, book now for a charming new Dome Show which puts the stars at your fingertips!
30 Oct, 2024
Halloween Film Afternoon – Hotel Transylvania
Keep the whole family entertained this Halloween, with a special spooky showing of this family classic, Hotel Transylvania.
31 Oct, 2024
Astro Night – Uniformed Groups
Discover constellations and comets, learn about the incredible power of radio astronomy and earn your next badge at Astro Night!
13 Nov, 2024
5 Feb, 2025
£5 – £12
Prof. Simon Garrington: Lovell’s Radar – Missiles and Space Debris
The third in our Heritage Lecture series, join JBO’s Prof. Simon Garrington in turning back the clock to discover Jodrell Bank’s fascinating history and the Lovell Telescope’s role during the Cold War.
14 Nov, 2024
£10 – £12
Astro Night – Kids!
Navigate the night sky in a fun-filled evening when young astronomers will learn all about how planets and constellations light up the darkness.
Warm clothes and sturdy shoes recommended!
23 Nov, 2024
1 Feb, 2025
1 Mar, 2025
£16 – £12
Winter Film Season
Jodrell Bank brings you winter cinema in the Space Dome.
7 Dec, 2024 – 31 Dec, 2024
£7 – £10
Winter of Wonder
Join us for a truly enchanting evening this December at Jodrell Bank’s Winter of Wonder, a magical event running for just four nights this December.
17 Dec, 2024 – 20 Dec, 2024
£12 – £17
Sci-Fi Film Season
Warm up at Jodrell and settle in for a month of sci-fi films in our Space Dome.
11 Jan, 2025 – 23 Feb, 2025
£7 – £10
Astro Night
Come and spend an evening learning to navigate the dark skies with us here at Jodrell Bank.
18 Jan, 2025
£18.50 / £22.50
Step Into Astrophotography
Learn to capture the ever-changing beauty of the night sky in an introductory astrophotography class at Jodrell Bank.
Includes lecture and practical session.
29 Jan, 2025
26 Feb, 2025
19 Mar, 2025
£35 / £30
Astro Night – Valentines Special
Looking for a unique way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Join us for an enchanting evening under the stars as we explore the night sky and take a look at the mythology and culture around the planet Venus, named for the Roman Goddess of love.
14 Feb, 2025
£18.50 / £22.50
Next Steps Astrophotography
Elevate your technique and transform your celestial photos into works of art with a follow-on astrophotography class.
This session is classroom-based.
2 Apr, 2025
£25 / £20