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Life’s open air ice rink got a sprinkle of pixie dust when stars from the Peter Pan production at the Tyne Theatre took to the ice.
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Peter Pan brings a touch of Neverland magic to Life’s outdoor ice rink

27 November 2023

Life’s open air ice rink got a sprinkle of pixie dust when stars from the Peter Pan production at the Tyne Theatre took to the ice.

Newcastle Uni Figure Skating Society gathered for a group photo.
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Seasonal skaters rock at Life’s outdoor ice rink 

15 November 2023

Figure skaters from Newcastle University brought a dose of Christmas cheer to Life’s open air ice rink.

A family in the planetarium watching What Santa Sees
Family fun
Out of this world festive journey to the stars

13 October 2023

Children can explore the wonders of what Santa, in a captivating 360-degree dome show, which is part of Life’s festive package.

Hayley King, a panellist at Life's fertility speakeasy, alongside her two donor conceived twins.
Adult event
Unlocking genetic heritage: Fitting into our Genes event marks 18-year milestone for donor-conceived individuals

26 September 2023

A donor-conceived woman who used a donor for the birth of her twins, is part of an adult-only event that marks milestone in donor legislation.

The Life team on stage at the North East Tourism Awards 2023.
Accessibility and Inclusion
Life Science Centre recognised for work on accessibility at North East Tourism Awards

3 April 2023

Life took the top spot in the Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award category at the North East Tourism Awards.

News
Life launches World Space Week with key regional players in space industry 

4 October 2024

Today, we launched World Space Week with North East Mayor Kim McGuinness and Elaine Scott from Space North East England.

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Prestigious International Accolade for Life’s Chief Executive Linda Conlon

30 September 2024

Linda Conlon, Chief Executive of the International Centre for Life in Newcastle, has been honoured with the ultimate accolade from the ASTC.

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Is it illegal to save our planet?

18 September 2024

The latest Science Speakeasy debate, Climate Criminals, is on 19 September, and examines the very topical issue of environmental activism.

External photo of Life logo in front of Times Square
News
Statement from Life in response to far-right protests

9 August 2024

Since opening nearly 25 years ago, the International Centre for Life has been a place where science lives and grows.

4 children enjoying Outdoors Indoors
What's on
Enjoy the outdoors whatever the weather at Life Science Centre

1 August 2024

Enjoying a summer’s day whatever the weather… by moving the outdoors, indoors!

Father And Son At The Entrance To The Mock Up International Space Station.
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Visitors to Life Science Centre to help with vital space research

3 July 2024

Visitors to Life can take part in a scientific study which could help astronauts on the next mission to the Moon.

Family in Life Science Centre planetarium sitting down to watch new Earth Defenders show.
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Superhero satellites take centre stage at Life

27 June 2024

Life's talented in-house team has produced a stunning new planetarium show called Earth Defenders!

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Santa Experience kicks off at Life Science Centre

14 June 2024

Father Christmas took time out to kick off Life’s Santa Experience. To mark the festive launch, Santa headed to Newcastle’s Times Square Fan Zone.

Demonstrater holding spider at Minibeast Show at Life Science Centre.
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Minibeast May-hem fun at Life Science Centre

24 May 2024

Families can get up close to a range of magnificent minibeasts, from scorpions to tarantulas, this May half-term.