Jodrell Bank

Gemini and Mercury remastered

6 September 2025 - 4 January 2026
Embark on a breath-taking visual journey through the dawn of human space exploration in our new exhibition where we welcome back Andy Saunders for the release of the ‘prequel’ – Gemini…

Southside Tours at Jodrell Bank

4 - 13 September 2025
Step into history and celebrate 80 years of Jodrell Bank with our exclusive Southside Tours, offering a rare peek behind the curtain at the birthplace of radio astronomy. Recommended for ages 14+

SOLD OUT - Gemini and Mercury Remastered Heritage Lecture

19:30 - 21:00 25 September 2025
SOLD OUT -To coincide with his latest exhibition, NASA digital restoration expert Andy Saunders delivers a special Heritage Lecture sharing the untold story of humanity’s first ventures…

Astro Night: Uniformed Groups

4 November 2025 - 4 February 2026
Calling all Brownies, Cubs, Guides, and Scouts - embark on an exclusive Astro Night adventure at Jodrell Bank this winter filled with cosmic discovery. Journey through an immersive…

New Heritage Lecture – Jodrell Bank: The Unexpected Observatory

19:30 13 November 2025
Join Tim O'Brien, Associate Director of Jodrell Bank Centre of Astrophysics, as he travels back in time to tell the story of how Jodrell Bank came to be – a world-leading observatory…

Step into Astrophotography

19 November 2025 - 11 March 2026
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 exploring the…

Astro Night - Kids

22 November 2025 - 7 March 2026
Let your young astronomer’s imagination run wild as they navigate the night sky in a fun-filled evening where they will learn all about the planets and constellations lighting up the…

Astro Night - Adults

17 January 2026
Experience the iconic Lovell Telescope and explore the night sky at Jodrell Bank's popular Astro Night this summer. Kick off your evening in our immersive Space Dome, where you'll navigate…

Astro Night: Valentine's Special

14 February 2026
Escape the ordinary this Valentine’s Day with an evening under the stars at Jodrell Bank – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the UK’s largest radio telescope. This enchanting…

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…

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