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Please note that some areas will be closed from 5 September – 25 October (inclusive) as we get ready for the launch of the new Space Zone (opens 26 October). 

We’re having a few issues with the Motion Ride at the moment. If it’s an unmissable part of your visit, please give us a call first to check it’s running: (0191) 243 8268.

The Young Explorers' Zone will be closed all day on 20 September. Sorry for any disappointment caused.

The Science Theatre will be closed on 23 September as we prepare for the new show, Top Ten, which opens on 24 September. Sorry for any disappointment caused.

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Science Centre day ticket prices valid from 5 September - 25 October 2019

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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

£24

£8

£7

£6

Free

ANNUAL

£94

£39

£32

£21

Free

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08 Feb 2018

Go potty for poo this half-term at Life Science Centre

Life Science Centre is heading down the U-bend this February half-term (10-18 February) and hosting a fun-filled Poo Week. It’s icky fun, but jam-packed with science.
16 Jan 2018

Experience a new educational day out this New Year

Life launches a grossly-good new Science Theatre show, a new show in the planetarium and the new-and-improved Young Explorers’ Zone, with new activities installed that aim to inspire ‘creative play’ for young children.
18 Dec 2017

Northumberland youth group celebrates a cool 10 years of skating at Life Science Centre

On Friday 15 December, the ice rink at Life Science Centre hosted a special Christmas celebration, with youth groups from rural communities in the region meeting up for a skating party.
14 Dec 2017

Life has the perfect festive day out down to a science

Life Science Centre has more treats than a selection box this December, with lots of wintry activities to enjoy a fun family day out.

13 Nov 2017

Geordie favourite Denise Welch launches Life’s outdoor ice rink

Life Science Centre’s outdoor ice rink was launched in style today (10 November), with Newcastle’s own Denise Welch taking to the rink for the inaugural spin around the ice.

09 Nov 2017

Life Science Centre and Northumbrian Water join forces for global science centre celebration

Life Science Centre, with support from Northumbrian Water, is running a special programme to mark International Science Centre and Science Museum Day (ISCSMD).

18 Oct 2017

All treats and no tricks at Life this October half-term

Little monsters can enjoy a frightfully good half-term in the Science Centre.

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Opening times

Science Centre Times
Science Centre Opening Times
Valid from 5 September - 25 October 2019
Monday - Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm
Sunday 11.00am - 5.00pm
Recommended last admission 3.00pm

Getting here
We’re situated in Newcastle City Centre, with great public transport links and Times Square Car Park just around the corner.

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Shriek puts the chic into super hero style

Award-winning costume designer Paul Shriek will put his super-sharp creative skills to the ultimate test this summer, with the help of visitors at Life Science Centre.

Life Science Centre, Times Square,
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EP

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