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Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre

National Museum & Exhibition · Cheshire, England

Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre is a national museum & exhibition in Cheshire, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £17.10 · Child £11.90 · Family £58
Jodrell Bank official: online adult £17.10, child £11.90 (10% off door prices); under-4s free. No family ticket; figure shown is 2+2. Allow extra time for local roadworks.
Opening timesDaily 10am-5pm (last entry 3.30pm).
Best time to goWeekdays in term time; opening hour.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast.
Best agesMost suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children
All ages; play area and Space Dome.
If it rainsMostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest
Money saverMany are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day.
Top tipsSee the Lovell Telescope first. Bring a picnic.
What to packSnacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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