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Life Science Centre will be closed all day on Wednesday 29 January for a private event. The ice rink and Times Square café will be open as usual, and the science centre will reopen on Thursday 30 January.

 

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Memberships are not available online. Purchase these at Science Centre reception.

Science Centre ticket prices, valid until 23 February 2020 

TYPE

Family (2 adults + 2 children OR 1 adult + 3 children)

Adult (aged 18+)

Concession (over 60s, students, unwaged)

Child (aged 5 - 17)

Child (aged 4 and under)

DAY

£31

£12

£10

£7.50

Free

ANNUAL

£94

£39

£32

£21

Free

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Experiment Zone

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The Experiment Zone is for ages 7+, we restrict access to under 7s for safety reasons. Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

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Set aside: 20 - 30 minutes
 Age restriction: 7+
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Set aside: 20 - 30 minutes
 Age restriction: 7+
The Experiment Zone is for ages 7+, we restrict access to under 7s for safety reasons. Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Event details
Event details

In the Experiment Zone YOU are the scientist! Lab coat up and experiment with real chemicals.

  • Carry out practical experiments using real tools and materials.
  • Work on your own, in a team, or enlist the help of a friendly Science Explainer.
  • Meet real-life working scientists. See them at work and ask questions.
  • Help in actual research projects taking place in the region's universities.


Opening times

Monday - Friday: 11.00am - 5.00pm (last entry 4.30pm)
Saturday: 10.00am - 5.00pm (last entry 4.30pm)​
Sunday: 11.00am - 5.00pm (last entry 4.30pm)​
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The Experiment Zone is for ages 7+, we restrict access to under 7s for safety reasons. Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.


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Opening times

Life Science Centre
Valid until 23 February
Monday - Saturday 10.00am - 6.00pm
Sunday 11.00am - 6.00pm
Recommended last admission 4.00pm
Ice Rink
Valid from 6 January - 23 February
Monday - Saturday 10.00am - 7.00pm
Sunday 11.00am - 7.00pm
Last session starts 6.00pm

The Science Centre is busy with school groups on weekdays during term time.
For a quieter experience please visit after 2.00pm.

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Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EP

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