Jodrell Bank for Groups

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Jodrell Bank offers group visits packages for just £12 per person*, with self-guided tours to uncover the stories behind this UNESCO World Heritage site and its groundbreaking discoveries.

Explore the stunning First Light Pavilion, featuring interactive displays, projections and artifacts as you journey through the post-war era and today’s innovative discoveries.

Enhance your visit with their NEW exclusive Heritage Talks that delve deeper into its fascinating history. Choose from ‘Jodrell Bank and Radio Telescopes,’ uncovering the Lovell Telescope’s iconic story, or ‘The Cold War and Space Race,’ revealing Jodrell’s pivotal role in the global tensions.

By booking in advance, groups can access a range of benefits including:

Discounted rates on admission

Free parking (including coach or minibus)

1 complimentary admission ticket per group

*There must be10+ visitors purchasing an admission.

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Groups of 15 or more people can save up to 15% on admission tickets, including on concession rates.

Opening Times

2025 (14 Jan 2025 - 15 Dec 2025)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 17:00

* Closed: 16th - 31st December 2019

Directions

Road Directions

Visiting by car: Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre can be found just off the A535 between Holmes Chapel and Alderley Edge, clearly signposted along the nearby roads with brown signs. We are approximately 6 miles from Junction 18 of the M6. Sat Nav users SK11 9DW

Public Transport Directions

By rail: From Goostrey. Turn right down Station Road to the church in Goostrey village. Turn right at church and follow country roads, do not turn off this road, even though you appear to be heading away from the telescope. The road goes over the railway bridge and the entrance is on the right hand side.Visiting by taxi.: Alderley Edge, Macclesfield, Knutsford and Holmes Chapel are all within a 25 minute taxi ride

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B5140LFianl
Harrogate, United Kingdom
Outstanding and fabulous value attraction
Monday, 25th November 2024
Outstanding value attraction. If you have any interest in science, then you will find Jodrell Bank interesting and if you have an interest in Space and Time you will simply love your trip. My wife... Read full review
ChrisWBer
Amazing astrophotography exhibit
Saturday, 4th January 2025
Jodrell bank is an extremely interesting place. It has pleasant walks. I personally enjoyed the astrophotography exhibit. Read full review
S6445ZJsophier
Manchester, United Kingdom
Definitely worth a visit
Monday, 13th January 2025
I went here with my partner - they had been before, but it was my first time. The lady at the entrance was incredibly warm, friendly, welcoming and helpful. She gave us a map and a timetable of what... Read full review