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Sky Tonight Hercules: Planetarium Show

Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
Mother and son in Just Look Up Planetarium Show at Life Science Centre.

Leave the world behind in Life’s amazing planetarium. 

Take a tour of the night sky, in this presenter-led show.

See what the night sky actually looks like on the day of your visit without clouds or light pollution spoiling the view! Start your stargazing adventures by learning how to find North and locate constellations, including Hercules, which looks best in the summer. 

After you explore myths connected to the Hercules constellation vote for which planets to visit as you fly around the solar system, then see what you can learn about the beginning of our universe.   

Shows are on at various times throughout the day and times are available on arrival. During busy times, we request that you visit the planetarium once – this is to allow other visitors to enjoy the experience too.

Hercules constellation

Planetarium highlights

Planet icon.

Leave the world behind and step inside the North’s biggest, most advanced planetarium.

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We promise super comfy seats so you can completely relax, and there’s space for wheelchairs and pushchairs too.

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Life's planetarium uses state-of-the-art projectors to give ultra-rich, high-resolution visuals and provide an immersive experience.

Accessibility information

The planetarium is an enclosed dark area. During the show, the lights are dimmed in order to enhance the experience. It is equipped with an analogue induction loop and has spaces for wheelchairs.

Shows feature voiceovers and sometimes music which can be loud. Ear defenders are available from reception for a refundable deposit. Shows take place several times throughout the day and times are given to visitors on arrival.

‘We loved the Planetarium show.’

Diane, Trip Advisor.

‘The planetarium was amazing.’

Sarah, Trip Advisor. 

‘I loved seeing the show in the planetarium.’

Lauren, visitor. 

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