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Family Solstice Fun at Jodrell Bank

Jodrell Bank, The University Of Manchester, Macclesfield, SK11 9DL

Jodrell Bank is an amazing, unique, and awe-inspiring place. A world-leading deep-space radio observatory, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and an award-winning national visitor attraction.

Humans have always looked up at the skies and marvelled at the Sun, Moon, planets and stars, in an attempt to understand our own sense of place and purpose, here on Earth. For over 75 years, Jodrell Bank has been at the forefront of that quest for understanding and at the heart of groundbreaking discoveries and world-leading research.

 

Family Solstice Fun

As well as our exclusive evening sundowner session (recommended for audiences 14+), families are welcome to join us during the day for a lively programme of fun for all ages.

With interactive workshops and hands-on activities, come and explore the wonders of light, space, and the natural world. Includes:

  • An out of this world, Sun-themed Science Show
  • Carnival beats, revelry, and mind-blowing puppetry from Global Grooves
  • Solar observing and marking the Meridian Line Moment (weather dependent)

Join us and embrace the sights and sounds of summer, with music, live demonstrations, and fun for the whole family to bring the longest day of the year to life.

 

Who is this aimed at?

All are welcome

 

When

Saturday 21st June 2025

 

Time

Open Times: 10am to 4pm

10:30am: Welcome performance by Global Grooves

10:35am to 10:50am: Free Film

11:00am to 11:30am: Space Dome Show

12noon to 12:45pm: Science Show

12:45pm: Parade to the Meridian Line by Global Grooves

1pm to 1:15pm: Meridian Line Talk

1:15pm to 1:45pm: Space Dome Show

2:05pm to 2:20pm: Free Film (cc)

2:30pm to 3:15pm: Science Show

2:35pm to 2:50pm: Free Film

3pm to 3:15pm: Meet the Telescope Talk

3:15pm to 3:45pm: Space Dome Show

3:15pm: Closing performance by Global Grooves

 

Where

Jodrell Bank, The University Of Manchester, Macclesfield, SK11 9DL

 

Cost

This event is free with general daytime admission ticket

Please see an updated price list on our website Visit the Booking Page on the Jodrell Bank website

 

How to get involved

To book, please buy a ticket and Visit the Booking Page on the Jodrell Bank website

Book in advance, online and visit again free of charge for the rest of the year.

 

If you have any queries, please phone or email

 

Contact details

Phone: 01477 571766

Email: jodrellbank@manchester.ac.uk

 

For further information

For more information about Jodrell Bank search Jodrell Bank in this directory.

 

Visit the Jodrell Bank website

Visit the Jodrell Bank Facebook page

 

Contact

Address
Jodrell Bank, The University Of Manchester, Macclesfield, SK11 9DL
Phone
01477 571766

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