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.
12 Jun, 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.
12 Jun, 2024 – 29 Nov, 2024
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!
23 Jul, 2024 – 1 Sep, 2024
Curious Kids: Solar System Spectacular
The most EXPLOSIVE science show is back every WEEKDAY this summer!
Tickets allocated First Come, First Served. Early arrival recommended
23 Jul, 2024 – 30 Aug, 2024
FREE
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.
23 Jul, 2024 – 1 Sep, 2024
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.
27 Jul, 2024 – 20 Oct, 2024
£18 – £14
Summer Science Exhibits On Tour
Experience the Wonders of Science: The Royal Society’s ‘Summer Science Exhibits on Tour’ is bringing cutting-edge discoveries to Jodrell Bank.
3 Aug, 2024 – 4 Aug, 2024
10 Aug, 2024 – 11 Aug, 2024
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.
4 Aug, 2024 – 3 Nov, 2024
Dr David Abrutat: Lovell’s Spies – GCHQ and the Cold War
The first in our Heritage Lecture series, join GCHQ’s Dr David Abrutat discussing the fascinating relationship between Jodrell Bank and UK Secret Intelligence.
26 Sep, 2024
£10 – £12
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
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
