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National Space Centre

Explore all things space at this centre where visitors can learn more about everything from astronauts to astronomy. You can also see one of the only known Soyuz spacecraft in Western Europe, a Digistar 3 dome cinema and a planetarium. Plus, there's an on-site restaurant, in case you get hungry.

What's On @ National Space Centre

Destination Dining

Destination Dining

17 May 2025 - 17 May 2025

Celebrate the Apollo 10 anniversary with a unique three-course dining experience, exclusive museum access, and a planetarium tour. An unforgettable evening of space, stories, and sensational food. Step into the heart of the National Space Centre for an extraordinary three-course dining experience, inspired by the 1969 Apollo 10 mission. In celebration of this historic anniversary, our in-house chefs have crafted a menu based on the meals enjoyed by astronauts, reimagined using the finest seasonal ingredients from local independent suppliers. The menu is based on Apollo 10 - The Apollo 10 mission, launched in May 1969, was the crucial "dress rehearsal" for the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. As the first crew to orbit the Moon, Apollo 10’s success paved the way for humanity's giant leap. Join us to celebrate this milestone in space history. Included in your evening is a show in the UK’s largest Planetarium, the Sir Patrick Moore Planetarium. Join a member of our expert team for an immersive Planetarium experience, sit back and relax as we journey together through the wonders of the Universe.
Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon

Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon

30 May 2025 - 30 May 2025

A fulldome experience sets 10 tracks from The Dark Side of the Moon to mesmeric 360° visuals. Step into a world of immersive audio-visual wonder as we celebrate Pink Floyd's legendary album, The Dark Side of the Moon. With performances selling out worldwide, this show promises to be a unique journey for fans old and new. This groundbreaking event is set to the latest audio remastering by James Guthrie and Joel Plante of das boot recording, ensuring an unparalleled listening experience. The fulldome film production is crafted by the multi-award-winning NSC Creative, who collaborated with Aubrey Powell, Pink Floyd’s creative director, to bring this vision to life. Hosted at the UK’s largest planetarium, the show features the album’s 10 tracks in chronological order, each accompanied by themed visuals. Some themes look to the future, while others pay homage to Pink Floyd’s rich visual history, all within an immersive environment that only a planetarium can provide. Prepare for a sensory journey beyond the realms of a traditional 2D experience, where state-of-the-art technology delivers an all-encompassing surround sound and visual feast. Join us for this extraordinary celebration of one of music’s most iconic albums, as we take you on a musical journey through time and space. This show is strictly 18+
Mysteries of Space

Mysteries of Space

24 May 2025 - 1 Jun 2025

Explore the unanswered questions about space with us this May half-term! From strange pictures of space to tricks of the eye, find out the stories behind these mysteries. Join us for an interactive family experience that will ignite curiosity and inspire young minds to wonder what might be out there. Don’t miss this fun, educational, and fascinating investigation—perfect for curious minds and future explorers.

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