Jodrell Bank

Science show: The science of a world heritage site

14 - 15 March 2020
Jodrell Bank became a World Heritage site in July 2019. In this show we will find out about some of the important moments in this site’s history which make it such an important place.

Stargazing Night

15 November 2019 - 20 March 2020
7pm – 10pm 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,…

Advanced Astrophotography Lecture

19:30 - 21:30 18 March 2020
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 an Introduction…

Science Learning at Home

20 March - 30 June 2020
Jodrell Bank Observatory is the UK’s latest UNESCO World Heritage Site and an icon for British science and engineering. For the last 75 years, the pioneering scientists and researchers…

Easter Holidays: Science Show: Seeing Jupiter Differently

4 - 19 April 2020
Show Times: Weekdays and bank holidays: 11am, 12pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm Weekends: 12pm, 3:30pm People have been viewing Jupiter for many centuries and over time, as we have developed different…

Easter Holidays: Seeing your little world differently

4 - 19 April 2020
11am – 4pm (drop-in any time) A drop in session for children under 5 to explore the world of how we see things including mirrors, lenses and colours. There will also be a story time…

Easter Holidays: Meet the Expert

6 - 17 April 2020
1pm Here’s your chance to meet one of our resident science and astronomy experts. You’ll learn all about their work, plus have the chance to ask the space questions you’ve always wanted to ask!

Cancelled: Jodrell Bank: 75 Years of science

20 April - 13 November 2020
-Please note that these events have been cancelled due to the Coronavirus outbreak- 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of Jodrell Bank Observatory. Since 1945, this globally significant…

Cancelled: Stars and Stones

2 May - 7 October 2020
-Please note that these events have been cancelled due to the Coronavirus outbreak- 2nd May, 13th May, 24th June, 11th July, 9th September and 7th October Stars and Stones offers…

Daily Telescope Talks

22 August - 29 November 2020
Join a Telescope Talk where one of Jodrell Bank's friendly Explainers will tell you all about the might Lovell telescope. You’ll find out more about how the Grade 1 listed Telescope…

Half Term: Alien Hunt!

24 October - 1 November 2020
Aliens have arrived at Jodrell Bank! Seek them out across the site in our brand new scavenger hunt. Hunt them all and discover the hidden clue to finding life in space. Self-guided…

Half Term: Fancy Dress!

24 October - 1 November 2020
We know its hallowe’en soon and you may not be able to dress up and trick and treat like usual, so, this half term, we’re inviting children to visit us in their best fancy dress! We…

Alien Hunt!

24 April - 20 June 2021
Alien Hunt! Saturday 24th April – Sunday 20th June Aliens have arrived at Jodrell Bank! Seek them out across the site in our brand new scavenger hunt. Hunt them all and discover the…

Astronomy Photographer of the Year

24 April - 31 October 2021
Astronomy Photographer of the Year Saturday 25 September – Sunday 31 October The Royal Observatory Greenwich’s hugely popular Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition opens at…

Daily Telescope Talks

24 April - 20 June 2021
Daily Telescope Talks Saturday 24th April – Sunday 20th June Join one of our expert Explainers for a short talk on the giant Lovell Telescope. You’ll learn all about its fascinating…

Construction Talks

20 May - 18 June 2021
Construction Talks Every Thursday from 20th May – 18th June Talk Times: 11:30am and 3pm How do you go about building the UK’s largest concrete dome? Join Kier Construction’s Building…

Family Stargazing online

27 May - 13 June 2021
Family Stargazing online Thursday 27th May, 6-7pm Sunday 13th June, 4-5pm An opportunity for the whole family to explore our solar system and beyond from the comfort of your own home!…

Half-Term: Space Craft Activities!

29 May - 6 June 2021
Half-Term: Space Craft Activities! Saturday 29th May – Sunday 6th June Times: 10.30 – 12.30, 1:30-4:30 (Drop-in) Drop by our new giant tipi and have a go at some family craft activities…

Online Workshops: Operation Earth

23 June - 14 July 2021
Online Workshop Series: Operation Earth Every Wednesday 23rd June – 14th July (4 workshops) 10:30 – 11:30 In November 2021 the UK will host the UN Climate Change conference (COP 26)…

Star Hunters Trail

24 July - 31 October 2021
Summer Holidays: Star Hunters Trail 24 July – 17 October (Weekends only) Seek out what the night sky has to offer in this brand new scavenger hunt. Find the hidden constellations across…

Summer Holidays: Space Crafts

24 July - 30 August 2021
Summer Holidays: Space Crafts 24 July – 30 August Join us in our new Tipi to discover your creative side and have a go at space themed making and drawing activities. Space Crafts…

Summer Holidays: Star Hunters Trail

24 July - 30 August 2021
Summer Holidays: Star Hunters Trail 24 July – 30 August Seek out what the night sky has to offer in this brand new scavenger hunt. Find the hidden constellations across the Jodrell…

Half-Term: Operation Earth science show

9 September 2021
Half-Term: Operation Earth science show Monday 25th October – Friday 29th October Show Times: 11am, 12pm, 2pm and 3pm Our Earth is feeling a little under the weather and is going to…

Telescope Talks

25 September - 31 October 2021
Telescope Talks 25th September- 31st October (Weekends Only) Times: 11:15am, 12:15pm, 2:15pm and 3:15pm Come and join one of our Explainers for a talk about the Lovell telescope. You’ll…

Telescope Talks

25 September 2021 - 29 May 2022
Telescope Talks (weekends only) Times: 11am, 12pm, 2:15pm and 3:15pm Come and join one of our expert Explainers for a talk about the Lovell telescope. You’ll learn all about the fascinating…

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