The Lovell Telescope

Jodrell Bank · Lower Withington

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Jodrell Bank · Lower Withington

The huge white radio telescope is the unmistakable centrepiece of this rural science destination.

Indoors & outdoorsPaid admission

150–240 minutesOur suggested time here

Suggested allowance for the Jodrell Bank visitor site, including telescope views and exhibitions. Allow extra time for travel and meals.

Admission: Jodrell Bank visitor admission is paid; under-fours and supporting companions enter free. Dome shows and special events may require additional tickets.
Access & terrain: The telescope is viewed outdoors. Exhibition buildings have level entrances and accessible toilets; the large site involves walking. Some outdoor exhibits have steps.
Dogs: Only assistance dogs are permitted on the Jodrell Bank site.
Parking: Visitor parking is included, with designated accessible bays close to the Planet Pavilion.
Public transport: Goostrey is the nearest station, but Jodrell Bank explicitly states there is no walking route from it and no bus access. Arrange onward transport in advance; local taxis are limited.

Sources & checked details

Checked 2026-09-19. Opening, admission and access arrangements can change; check the official guide before travelling.

WHILE YOU’RE HERE

These suggestions are within the Jodrell Bank visitor site. The telescope and pavilion form one admission-based day out.

Another discovery

Within the visitor site

Explore the radio-astronomy exhibition, then check the Space Dome programme and any show-booking requirement.

Time for a pause

Within the visitor site

The Planet Café can be visited without an attraction ticket. It offers a food-and-drink pause at the arrival and exit end of the site.

Sources & checked details

Checked 2026-09-19. These are suggestions, not turn-by-turn routes. Check opening days, access and any admission requirements before setting out.

A little closer

Drag to turn the miniature, or zoom in to explore its details. An artistic impression of the place and its setting.

Made for curious days out.