Life is delighted to be the venue for an NHS large vaccination centre, but the operation of the centre, including appointments and queueing, is solely the responsibility of the NHS. Sorry, but Life will not respond to any queries relating to the NHS vaccination programme.
The NHS has issued the following information: Only people who are invited to have a vaccine can book an appointment. For more information go to this NHS website.
Parking is available in nearby Times Square Car Park. Limited spaces are available on site on a first-come, first-served basis – sorry, but we are unable to reserve spaces.
Due to Government restrictions, Life Science Centre, Life Meetings and Events and Times Square Café are currently closed. For any queries, please email info@life.org.uk. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Stay safe.
Life Science Centre will not be running its outdoor ice rink this year due to ongoing uncertainty caused by the pandemic. Read the full statement >
Due to the Government-imposed lockdown, Life Science Centre is currently closed.
Family
Adult (18+)
Child (aged 5 - 17)
Child (aged 4 and under)
£22
£8.25
£4.95
Free
This event is no longer running
Unfortunately, this event has been cancelled. Sorry for any disappointment caused.
Whether you take part alone or with friends, you’re guaranteed to meet like-minded people, learn something new and have fun.
From ancient Greece to the modern day, we have been fascinated by machines that replicate the actions of humans and animals.
In this session, explore the science behind moving mechanisms, such as pulleys, levers, drives and gears, and then use your knowledge to assemble them into contraptions of your design!
Tickets are available to book online. Booking will close at midnight on the Wednesday before each session.
On the day, please head to the main Science Centre reception with your ticket and a member of staff will take you to the lab.
If something comes up and you can’t make it please let us know so that we don’t delay the start of the session waiting for you! You can email us at sciencesessions@life.org.uk or call on 0191 243 8223 up until the Friday before, or call or text Noel on 07786332465 on the weekend.
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Please use the Life Science Centre main entrance on Times Square. Parking is available nearby at Times Square Car Park. Postcode for Sat Nav: NE1 4AD.
Start time: 2.30pm. End time: 4.30pm
Age Suitability: 13 – 18 yrs
Our standard ticket price includes a donation of at least 10%. As a charity we rely on the support of our visitors more than ever in these challenging times.
If you are happy to pay this donation and say ‘yes to Gift Aid’ when prompted, we can claim money from the UK government’s Gift Aid scheme.
If you would prefer not to, please opt to ‘buy tickets without donation’ below.
Family
Adults
Ages 5 - 17
Ages 4 and under
Concessions
£25
£10
£7
Free
£9
£85
£35
£19
Free
£29