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Jodrell Bank

Type:Observatory / Planetarium

Jodrell Bank Centre for Engagement
Bomish Lane
Lower Withington
Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK11 9DL

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult£12.00
CarersFree
Child (Aged 4-18)£8.00
Child under 4Free
Concession (Over 65s and students)£10.00
Family of 3£28.00
Family of 4£36.00
Family of 5£44.00

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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    Recent Reviews:

    • Tiny S
      Just amazing.
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 12th November 2023
      Jodrell Bank Observatory is by far the best place I've been visiting in the UK. Perhaps because I'm an astronomy buff, but even so, there's just so much to do and so much peace and quiet about this... Read full review
    • Neesie50
      Oxford, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Amazing experience, perfect day out, felt it was suitable for everyone, fantastic value, worth ever penny.
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 26th November 2023
      Visited with son & daughter in law. Not sure what to expect, but it was one of the best days out we’ve had. Feel it’s suitable for everyone, even if you’re not particularly interested in science... Read full review
    • Matty S
      New York City, New York
      Pink floyd
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 4th December 2023
      Pink floyd 50th Anniversary dark side of the moon, one of the best things I've ever seen. Absolutely amazing. Loved it. If you're thinking of going you won't be disappointed. Read full review

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
    • Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors
    • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors

    Catering

    • Cater for vegetarians
    • On-Site café/restaurant

    Children & Infants

    • Facilities for children

    Imported Facilities

    • Disabled Access - BASIC (*)
    • Open All Year

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Payment Methods

    • Booking essential

    Provider Facilities

    • Accept coach parties
    • Toilets

    Dates and Opening Times

    Jodrell Bank opening times (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)
    DayTimes
    MondayClosed
    Tuesday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00

    * Last admission 3.30pm

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