Jodrell Bank

Cosmic Threads Community Quilt

24 January - 27 March 2026
In honour of Jodrell Bank’s 80th anniversary, we have partnered with UK textile artist Anne Kelly to create an extraordinary community quilt. Featuring over 200 contributions from members…

Step into Astrophotography

19 November 2025 - 11 March 2026
SOLD OUT! - Learn to capture the iconic beauty of the British night sky in an introductory lecture and practical session at Jodrell Bank – a UNESCO site where researchers have been…

New Lovell Lecture: How to Build a Sustainable Space Future

19 March 2026
Join Dr Ciara Mcgrath to discover how satellites shape our world and explore the sustainability challenges facing the space industry. Using augmented reality, glimpse our orbital future…

Sci-Fi film: The Martian

21 March 2026
Experience The Martian like never before in Jodrell's iconic Space Dome, as astronaut Mark Watney fights for survival on Mars - a truly unforgettable cinema experience! Saturday 21 March, 18.00

Tails and Telescopes

22 March 2026
Enjoy a little green space amidst outer space with a dog walk at Jodrell Bank! On Sunday 22 March, Jodrell Bank will be opening its doors to four-legged friends for a special dog-friendly…

Next Steps Astrophotography

25 March 2026
Returning in 2025, book a Jodrell Bank Astrophotography class and see the stars in a whole new way. Elevate your technique and transform your celestial photos into works of art with…

Easter holiday at Jodrell Bank

3 - 19 April 2026
Embark on a stamp-collecting mission with our latest site trail, get hands-on with cosmic crafts and bring science to life with explosive live demonstrations in our Telescope Talk - there is something for everyone!

New Lovell Lecture - Down to Earth Astronomy: A Tour of the Radio Universe

23 April 2026
Dr. Emma Chapman, (Royal Society Fellow), takes us on a cosmic journey through radio astronomy. Discover secrets of pulsars, galaxies, and black holes and why listening to the sky changes everything. 19.30 - 21.00

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