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Temporary Closure

With a focus on the safety of our staff and visitors, we are temporarily closed until 11 July 2020*

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Buying a gift voucher will help support the National Space Centre, a not-for-profit charity, and you will receive a voucher that can be used up to 23 December 2021

What's on

LIVE Launch

30 May 2020

Join us for a LIVE launch of the Crewed Dragon capsule on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.

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Space Firsts Week

25 - 31 May 2020

Our doors may be closed, but the mission continues online!

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Astronomy Week

01 - 07 June 2020

Our doors may be closed, but the mission continues online!

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#FamilyMovieNight

05 June 2020

Join us for a LIVE screening of We Are Astronomers.

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See more events happening at the Space Centre!

Events
mascot Look Right Down

Recent Blog Post:

At the Mercy of Florida’s Weather

29/05/2020Written by Sophie Allan

Why does the weather play such an important role in rocket launches?
Credit: SpaceX
@spacecentre:

Have you been thinking about buying a telescope and don't know where to start? 🔭

Here's our handy guide to telescopes with answers to the most frequently asked questions. #AstronomyWeek https://spacecentre.co.uk/blog-post/how-to-buy-a-telescope/