Museum & science Indoor optionPet friendly4.7 editorial
Jodrell Bank
Macclesfield, Cheshire, United Kingdom
Over an hour from your starting point
Review
The dish is the day. Children gasp, then the indoor exhibits and playground keep the rest of the visit moving. A rare science trip that photographs well.
Our recommendation. Book planetarium tickets with entry. The playground is the toddler valve.
- Lovell Telescope
- Planetarium
- Space pavilion
- Playground
Best age groups
Giant telescope and planetarium — wow from about 6
Toddlers 0–4
Better for other ages
Little kids 5–8
A strong fit
Tweens 9–12
A strong fit
Teens 13–16
A strong fit
Pets
Dogs on a lead are welcome in the grounds. Not in the galleries or planetarium.
- Time needed
- Half to full day
- Typical cost
- ££
- Cover
- Good indoor option