Life is home to The Dome, the region's biggest digital planetarium theatre and a truly unique educational resource. Using the latest technology to project breathtaking images onto a 360 degree domed ceiling, The Dome is a totally immersive and inspiring experience.

As well as the latest planetarium show, we can also screen the following shows by special arrangement:

Out Into Orbit

Discover the relative positions and movements of the bodies of the Solar System, through this presenter-led show based on the current night sky. Easy-to-see naked-eye objects and common constellations will be pointed out and their relevance to astronomers will be discussed.

Earth, Sun and Moon

Marvel at the nature of the Sun, Earth and Moon through this presenter-led show based on the current night sky. Days, months and years are explained in terms of movements of the Earth and Moon. Easy-to-see naked-eye objects and constellations are pointed out to enable children to continue their exploration of the night sky at home.