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With six interactive galleries, the UK’s largest planetarium, and the iconic 42m high Rocket Tower, the award-winning National Space Centre is an out of this world experience.

Please note: Booking in advance is ESSENTIAL (including Annual Pass holders).

Open Today 10:00 - 16:00

Book in Advance (including Annual Pass and Voucher holders)

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Travellers’ Choice Winner

We’re over the moon to be voted a Travellers’ Choice Winner, putting our Leicester based charity in the top 10% of attractions in the world.

What's on

Space Lates – Backyard Astronomy

14 January 2022

Space Lates is an evening created for people who want to know more – those who have an interest in…

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Cosmic Valentine

12 February 2022

Looking for an unusual, incredible and memorable Valentine celebration? The National Space Centre is hosting a very special evening dedicated…

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Film Club – Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

14 February 2022

Sit back in the Planetarium and enjoy a screening of Star Wars: Episode IV

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Home Education Day

16 - 18 May 2022

Join the National Space Centre’s Discovery team for two days dedicated to home educated children.

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Space Crafts

11 January 2022

Discover fun Space Crafts and downloadable resources.

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See more events happening at the Space Centre!

Events
mascot Look Right Down

Recent Blog Post:

Space Highlights 2021

29/12/2021Written by Alex Thompson

What happened in space in 2021? This was the year of Mars missions, the James Webb Space Telescope and space tourism.
NASA Perseverance Rover Selfie on Mars. Credit: NASA
@spacecentre:

#Job: We're looking for a Space Crew Team Member (Full Time). Apply by 17 Jan. 🚀

🎟️☕️🛍️ The role incorporates all aspects of customer care, including ticketing, catering, retail and exhibition guide.

👉 For more info, more jobs and to apply: https://spacecentre.co.uk/jobs/