National Space Centre

From audiovisual displays, interactive challenges and sensory experiences, to informational interpretations and trails to complete in the galleries, there is plenty to keep all of our visitors engaged. There are over 170 interactive activities located around our galleries, as well as a world-class exhibition, including spaceflown artefacts, a piece of the moon and 2 huge rockets on display. Enter the Video Booth, chase fish on an interactive floor, and make your own pledge to help our Home Planet in this informative and exciting gallery. Take a tour around Into Space and you will come face-to-face with astronauts, spacesuits and our journey into space. Walk through Our Solar System and take time out of your journey to drive a Martian rover on the red planet, take a bath with Saturn and even see Venus in 3D. Explore the wonders of our Universe. Cast your vote on whether or not we are alone, take a trip through a wormhole and watch the Big Bang. The iconic Rocket Tower at the National Space Centre is home to Blue Streak and Thor Able rockets, as well as the Gagarin Experience, Apollo Lunar Lander and real Moon Rock.

Sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience inside the UK’s largest planetarium. Designed to transport you beyond the limits of Earth, this state-of-the-art space invites you to explore the wonders of the universe under a breathtaking domed screen that surrounds you from every angle. Included with every first visit is a spectacular fulldome show in the Sir Patrick Moore Planetarium, where stunning visuals, captivating storytelling, and cutting-edge projection technology bring the cosmos to life. From distant galaxies and shimmering stars to the mysteries of our own solar system, each show offers a unique perspective on the vastness of space. Whether you're visiting with family, friends, or simply looking for a moment of awe and inspiration, this immersive experience promises to spark curiosity and leave you with a deeper appreciation of the universe around us.

Meet our Discovery team, made up by space experts and enthusiasts who are ready to show you the wonders of space up close and answer your questions, no matter how big the subject. From real science demonstrations (often featuring loud bangs!), to tabletop activities that give you the opportunity to get hands-on with space science, our Presenters will be on hand around our galleries and can be easily identified by their fetching blue polo shirts. Plus, join them for a sit-down talk in our LIVE Space gallery, and take part in additional activities with them during our school holiday periods and special events.