There’s lots to do at Jodrell Bank!
On a regular daytime visit you can explore our indoor exhibition spaces including our new permanent exhibition about the history of Jodrell Bank in the First Light Pavilion.
You can also see our Clockwork Orrery (a working model of the Solar System) in the Planet Pavilion and discover our science exhibition in the Space Pavilion. There are outdoor exhibits too including two guided pathways and our Whispering Dishes. On top of all this, you can experience our Space Dome, and explore our extensive grounds. We also have two cafés and a gift shop.
During Cheshire East school holidays we put on exciting new events, including our Curious Kids science shows, featuring live demonstrations and a kids vs adults quiz
For special events take a look at our events programme and see what’s on
Yes, you can download a site map here
When Planet café is open, everyone is welcome to stop by to refuel.
If Planet café is closed just see our Visitor Services team in the giftshop who will give you a pass to access the café in the First Light Pavilion.
Yes. Our café tables are reserved for café customers, but do feel free to tuck into your packed lunch in one of our indoor picnic areas.
Yes, find out more about this here…
Yes, we welcome group bookings and you can find out more about this here…
You can find details of our location and directions here…
You can read our access information here or contact us in advance if you have specific needs.
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- A concession means a senior citizen or student
- A senior citizen is aged 65 years and over
- A student means an adult or senior who holds any type of valid photographic identity card showing that they are a student (part or full time)
No, parking is all included and there are no additional parking charges on site.
Only accredited assistance dogs are permitted on the Jodrell Bank site.
Children under the age of 18 should not be left unaccompanied during their visit.
We ask that you switch it to airplane mode. Phones can cause interference with radio telescopes.
We accept card payments only, other than in our gift shop.
Currently we do not have any lockers or provisions for visitors to store their belongings.
In order to protect the safety of people and our scientific work we do not allow vehicles or remote-controlled devices on site. This includes hoverboards, segways, skateboards, cycles, scooters and ride-on toys etc
There is strictly no use of unmanned aircraft such as drones (used for any purpose, including for recreation or commerce) or model aircraft anywhere on or near to the Jodrell Bank site without prior arrangement from management.
Yes we do, and you can view our CCTV policy here.
Just get in touch via our enquiry box, we’re always happy to help
