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, ancient sites and canals.
Jodrell Bank has some unmissable towns nearby like Ellesmere Port, Warrington, Widnes, Knutsford, Blacon, Saltney, and Macclesfield.
Jodrell Bank's best nearby villages can be found at Styal, Daresbury, Thelwall, Saughall, Lache, Marton, and Prestbury.
There are a number of historic buildings near Jodrell Bank including Quarry Bank, Warrington Parish Church Of St Elphin, The Ruskin Rooms, Tatton Park, Chester Racecourse, Chester City Walls, and Bonewaldesthorne Tower.
Jodrell Bank has some unmissable country parks nearby like Quarry Bank, Tatton Park, and Teggs Nose Country Park.
Woolston Eyes, and Tatton Park are great places to visit near Jodrell Bank if you like nature reserves.
There are a number of sssis near to Jodrell Bank including Woolston Eyes.
Warrington Museum and Art Gallery is one of Jodrell Bank's best, nearby museums to visit in Jodrell Bank.
The area around Jodrell Bank features a number of interesting parks including Victoria Park - Widnes, Tatton Park, Water Tower Gardens, Westminster Park, and Timbersbrook Picnic Area.
Cities to visit near Jodrell Bank include Chester.
Chester Castle is a great place to visit close to Jodrell Bank if you like castles.
Don't miss Chester Roman Amphitheatre and Roman Walls's roman sites if visiting the area around Jodrell Bank.
There are a number of ruins near to Jodrell Bank including Chester Roman Amphitheatre and Roman Walls.
The area around Jodrell Bank features a number of interesting lakes including Trentabank Reservoir, and Redes Mere.
Jodrell Bank's best nearby woodlands can be found at Trentabank Reservoir, and Macclesfield Forest.
There are a number of hills near Jodrell Bank including Shutlingsloe, and Teggs Nose Country Park.
There are a several good hiking areas in the Jodrell Bank area like Teggs Nose Country Park, and Alderley Edge National Trust.
Places near Jodrell Bank feature a number of interesting old mines including Engine Vein.
There are a several good ancient sites in the area around Jodrell Bank like Goldenstone.
Canals to visit near Jodrell Bank include Anderton Boat Lift.
Jodrell Bank History
There are some historic monuments around Jodrell Bank:
