Jodrell Bank is a Village in the county of Cheshire.
Jodrell Bank Observatory is a British observatory located in Cheshire, England. It is home to the famous Lovell Telescope, which is the third-largest steerable radio telescope in the world.
The Lovell Telescope
The Lovell Telescope was completed in 1957 and was named after Sir Bernard Lovell, the founder of the Jodrell Bank Observatory. It stands at 89 meters tall and has a dish diameter of 76 meters. The telescope has played a significant role in many astronomical discoveries, including tracking the first satellite launched by the Soviet Union, Sputnik 1.
Discovery Centre
The Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre is a popular attraction for visitors to the observatory. It features interactive exhibits, displays, and galleries that showcase the latest in space science and technology. Visitors can also explore the site’s historic radio telescopes and take part in workshops and stargazing events.
One of the centre’s highlights is the Planet Pavilion, which houses a collection of meteorites and interactive displays that explore the solar system and beyond. Visitors can also take a tour of the Lovell Telescope and learn about its history and current research.
Jodrell Bank Observatory is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in astronomy and space science. The Lovell Telescope and the Discovery Centre provide a unique opportunity to learn about the universe and the groundbreaking research being conducted at the observatory.
Jodrell Bank postcode: SK11 9DJ
There are great places to visit near Jodrell Bank including some great towns, villages, historic buildings, country parks, nature reserves, sssis, museums, parks, cities, castles, roman sites, ruins, lakes, woodlands, hills, hiking areas, old mines and canals.
Ellesmere Port, Warrington, Widnes, Knutsford, Blacon, Saltney, and Macclesfield are great places to visit near Jodrell Bank if you like towns.
Jodrell Bank has some unmissable villages nearby like Styal, Daresbury, Thelwall, Saughall, Lache, Marton, and Prestbury.
Quarry Bank, Warrington Parish Church Of St Elphin, The Ruskin Rooms, Tatton Park, Chester Racecourse, Chester City Walls, and Bonewaldesthorne Tower are great places to visit near Jodrell Bank if you like historic buildings.
Quarry Bank, Tatton Park, and Teggs Nose Country Park are some of Jodrell Bank best country parks to visit near Jodrell Bank.
The area around Jodrell Bank features a number of interesting nature reserves including Woolston Eyes, and Tatton Park.
There are a number of sssis near to Jodrell Bank including Woolston Eyes.
Warrington Museum and Art Gallery is a great place to visit close to Jodrell Bank if you like museums.
Victoria Park - Widnes, Tatton Park, Water Tower Gardens, Westminster Park, and Timbersbrook Picnic Area are great places to visit near Jodrell Bank if you like parks.
Jodrell Bank is near some unmissable cities like Chester,
Don't miss Chester Castle's castles if visiting the area around Jodrell Bank.
There are a number of roman sites near to Jodrell Bank including Chester Roman Amphitheatre and Roman Walls.
Ruins to visit near Jodrell Bank include Chester Roman Amphitheatre and Roman Walls.
The area around Jodrell Bank boasts some of the best lakes including Trentabank Reservoir, and Redes Mere.
Trentabank Reservoir, and Macclesfield Forest are some of Jodrell Bank best woodlands to visit near Jodrell Bank.
The area around Jodrell Bank boasts some of the best hills including Shutlingsloe, and Teggs Nose Country Park.
Jodrell Bank has some unmissable hiking areas nearby like Teggs Nose Country Park, and Alderley Edge National Trust.
Don't miss Engine Vein's old mines if visiting the area around Jodrell Bank.
The area around Jodrell Bank's best canals can be found at Anderton Boat Lift.
Jodrell Bank History
There are some historic monuments around Jodrell Bank:
