Jodrell Bank

Free Entry for National Lottery Players - #ThanksToYou

3 - 9 December 2018
From 3 – 9 December, Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre will be taking part in the Heritage Lottery Fund's #ThanksToYou celebrations by offering FREE Entry to everyone who plays the National…

Introduction to Astrophotography

19:30 - 22:00 5 December 2018
Our popular Introduction to Astrophotography courses are returning this winter. Join us for an informal and fun session that includes an introductory workshop (co-presented by Jodrell…

Lovell Lecture: Professor Tim O'Brien

19:30 - 21:00 6 December 2018
One Giant Leap: Jodrell Bank and the Race to the Moon By Professor Tim O’Brien July 2019 will mark fifty years since humans first set foot on another celestial body. In the run up…

Stargazing Night

19:00 - 22:00 7 December 2018
Join us at Jodrell Bank for an unmissable opportunity to get started in astronomy. You’ll learn how to navigate the skies and locate the stars in our inflatable Planetarium, as well…

Introduction to Astrophotography

19:30 - 22:00 9 January 2019
Our popular Introduction to Astrophotography courses are returning this winter. Join us for an informal and fun session that includes an introductory workshop (co-presented by Jodrell…

Lovell Lecture: Professor Daniel M. Davis

19:30 - 21:00 17 January 2019
The Beautiful Cure, Professor Daniel M. Davis The immune system holds the key to human health. In The Beautiful Cure, leading immunologist Professor Daniel Davis describes the scientific…

Advanced Astrophotography

19:30 - 21:30 6 February 2019
This advanced workshop offers Astrophotographers the chance to extend their knowledge and help them achieve breath-taking night sky photography. The session follows on from our Introduction…

Stargazing Night Moon Watch

19:00 - 22:00 15 February 2019
As we countdown to the anniversary of the first Moon Landing, you are invited to join us for an unmissable opportunity to get started in astronomy. You’ll learn how to navigate the…

Half Term: Science Show: Out of this World

16 - 22 February 2019
Science Show: Out of this World Saturday 16th – Friday 22nd February 11am, 12pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm Free with general admission Do you think you’re smarter than a 10 year old?…

Half Term: Telescope Walking Tours

16 - 22 February 2019
Telescope Walking Tours Saturday 16th – Friday 22nd February 11:45am and 3:15pm Join one of Jodrell Bank’s popular Telescope Walking Tours as a friendly Explainer takes you for a…

Half Term: Under 7s Get Set, Blast Off!

16 - 22 February 2019
Under 7s – Get Set, Blast Off! Saturday 16th – Friday 22nd February 1pm (weekend) 11am and 1pm (weekdays) Join us on a fun-filled rocket trip into space, exploring the solar system…

Half Term: Meet the Expert

18 - 22 February 2019
Meet the Expert Monday 18th – Friday 22nd February , 1pm Here’s your chance to meet one of our resident science and astronomy experts. You’ll learn all about their work, plus have…

Introduction to Astrophotography

19:30 - 22:00 6 March 2019
Our popular Introduction to Astrophotography courses are returning this winter. Join us for an informal and fun session that includes an introductory workshop (co-presented by Jodrell…

Girls Night Out!

19:00 - 22:00 8 March 2019
Jodrell Bank's ever-popular Girls Night Out event returns in March 2019 with a special focus on Mars! You’ll get to meet Dr Natasha Stephen from the University of Plymouth, whose…

British Science Week: Science Show: A Jodrell Journey

9 - 10 March 2019
Science Show: A Jodrell Journey Saturday 9th – Sunday 10th March 11AM, 12AM, 2:30PM, 3:30PM Join us as we journey through the history and achievements of scientists at Jodrell Bank.…

British Science Week: Telescope Walking Tour

9 - 15 March 2019
Telescope Walking Tour Saturday 9th March – Friday 15th March 11:45AM (weekend only) & 3:15PM (everyday) Join one of Jodrell Bank’s popular Telescope Walking Tour as our friendly…

British Science Week: Under 7s – Get Set, Blast Off!

9 - 10 March 2019
Under 7s – Get Set, Blast Off! Saturday 9th – Sunday 10th March, 1pm Join us on a fun-filled rocket trip into space, exploring the Solar System and playing lots of games along the…

Lovell Lecture: Dr. Tana Joseph

19:30 - 21:00 28 March 2019
Multi-messenger Astronomy Dr. Tana Joseph Light is not the only thing that carries information about the Universe and its contents. Particles, like neutrinos and cosmic rays, can also…

Family Stargazing Night

18:00 - 21:00 29 March 2019
Calling all budding young stargazers. You are invited to join us for an unmissable opportunity to get started in astronomy and celebrate the end of winter and the beginning of spring.…

Stars and Stones

3 April - 4 September 2019
Stars and Stones offers a rare opportunity to explore The Blackden Trust and Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre on the same day. You’ll have the chance to discover the science and the stories…

Easter Holidays: Get Set, Blast Off!

8 - 22 April 2019
Get Set, Blast Off! (Under 7s sessions) Monday 8th – Friday 12th April: 11am and 1pm Saturday 13th April: 1pm Monday 15th – Thursday 18th April: 11am and 1pm Good Friday, Saturday…

Easter Holidays: Meet the Expert

8 - 18 April 2019
Meet the Expert Monday 8th– Thursday 18th April (weekdays only), 1pm Here’s your chance to meet one of our resident science and astronomy experts. You’ll learn all about their work,…

Easter Holidays: Science Show: It’s Elemental

8 - 22 April 2019
Science Show: It’s Elemental Monday 8th – Monday 22nd April 11am, 12am, 2:30pm (Mondays – Saturdays) Why do some things burn, or float, or stick to magnets? The answer – It’s Elemental!…

One Giant Leap: Talk and Tour

9 May - 5 September 2019
One Giant Leap:Jodrell Bank and the Race to the Moon July 2019 will mark 50 years since humans first set foot on another celestial body. In this, the 50th anniversary year of the moon…

One Giant Leap: Talk, Tour and Picnic

22 May - 25 September 2019
One Giant Leap: Jodrell Bank and the Race to the Moon July 2019 will mark 50 years since humans first set foot on another celestial body. In this, the 50th anniversary year of the…

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