Jodrell Bank
Jodrell Bank is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to the iconic Lovell Telescope, the UK's largest radio telescope. This world-renowned centre seamlessly blends science with entertainment, offering immersive planetarium shows and award-winning interactive exhibitions that bring the wonders of space exploration to life.
At the heart of the site, the First Light Pavilion, an award-winning architectural dome, houses a ground-breaking exhibition that tells the story of Jodrell Bank from its post-war origins through the Space Race and Cold War era, to its present-day discoveries. As part of Cheshire's rich cultural landscape, it provides an exceptional day out for visitors of all ages. Guests can immerse themselves in interactive experiences from listening to sounds from deep space to experimenting with the popular whispering dishes. Set within extensive, fully accessible grounds, guests can enjoy peaceful moments in the arboretum, let children explore the playground, relax in picnic areas, browse the gift shop or re-fuel in one of two cafes with spectacular telescope views.
Throughout the year, Jodrell Bank hosts live science shows, special events and a variety of engaging activities, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.
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Jodrell Bank Annual Tickets
All tickets purchased online are now Annual Tickets. This enables you to return to Jodrell Bank within 12 months.

Cosmic Threads Workshop
Dates: 21st Jun - 22nd Jun 2025
Celebrate Jodrell Bank’s 80th anniversary and take part in this historic community craft project!

Embroidery Workshop: Create a Constellation
Dates: 7th Jun - 8th Jun 2025
• Join Royal Astronomical Society artist Annie Hogan and stitch your way through the stars with this free embroidery workshop. Visitors will create their very own mini constellations to take home.

Children’s sewing workshop: Design Your Martian…
Dates: 28th May - 29th May 2025
Stitch your own spacesuit patch in this hands-on workshop with textile artist Anurita Chandola.
Businesses close to Jodrell Bank

Bidlea Dairy
Bidlea Dairy is a family-run dairy farm in the picturesque Cheshire countryside, just on the outskirts of Holmes Chapel.

The Lovell Quinta Arboretum
Nestled in the heart of the Cheshire countryside in the picturesque village of Swettenham lies this horticultural treasure. The arboretum was the lifelong project of Sir Bernard Lovell, founder of the Jodrell Bank Radio Telescope.

Woodside Golf Club
Set in a truly magnificent setting, with splendid views this course offers some really testing, unique and individual holes.

De Vere Cranage Estate
Formerly the country seat of the Armitstead family, De Vere Cranage Estate is still very much a rural retreat today, tucked away in a peaceful corner of Cheshire.