Eco-Explorers

Activities

1. Carbon Quest: Tracking Earth's Invisible Lifeline

   Carbon is the secret ingredient that makes life on Earth possible—but where does it go, and why does it matter? Join the Discovery Team in LIVE Space this Easter as we unlock the mysteries of the carbon cycle! Discover how satellites help us track carbon as it moves through our forests, oceans, and atmosphere, shaping our planet’s future. Through interactive demonstrations and real-world space data, you’ll see Earth like never before.

2. Spacecraft Headbands: Make Your Own Biomass Satellite

   Learn more about the Biomass satellite launching this April which will be observing forests and how they are changing. Let your inner satellite engineer out and create your very own Biomass satellite headband to explore the forests here on Earth!

3. Our Brilliant Bi-homes: Explore Earth's Unique Ecosystems!

   Embark on a hands-on journey through Earth's diverse biomes. Travel from the whispering woodland to the scorching savannah and treacherous tundra, discovering how space science helps us protect these vital ecosystems. Through interactive activities and satellite data, you’ll learn how scientists use technology to monitor the health of our planet's most important environments. Join us to explore how space science is making a difference in preserving our one-of-a-kind home in the Universe!

Planetarium Shows

Included in your first visit is one of our award-winning shows in the UK’s largest planetarium. Sit back and enjoy this fulldome experience where you can take a tour through the Solar System, discover what it takes to be an astronomer, or be guided through the night sky without light pollution or the British weather to hamper you.

Annual Pass holders can book an additional show upon arrival, subject to availability, for £3 per person.

1. The Great Solar System Adventure

   Join "The Great Schiaparelli" on a daring space-time adventure in his wondrous Observatorium. From Mercury’s scorching surface to Pluto’s icy expanses, experience the dangers and beauty of our Solar System on a breathtaking tour that highlights how precious Earth truly is. But beware—this show will take you into some of the deadliest spots in space. It’s going to take some fancy flying to get everyone back in one piece!

2. We Are Guardians

   The world, its peoples and environments are connected and interdependent. From the smallest bacteria to the largest ocean whale; there exists a link between all things. In a world out of balance, We Are Guardians looks at how ecosystems are intrinsically connected and with the increasing use of Satellite Monitoring, examines the links between human activities and climate change.

3. Tour of the Night Sky

   Join a member of our Discovery team for an immersive Planetarium experience, sit back and relax as we journey together through the wonders of the Universe. Your presenter will guide you around the current, seasonal, night-time sky before venturing into space for a unique perspective of Earth and other more distant celestial objects.