Important visitor information

We are back open 7 days a week. Tickets for timed slots can be purchased online in advance of your visit. Some slots will be kept free for walk-ups - but booking is advised to avoid disappointment.

Our safety measures remain in place. This includes staff and visitors being asked to wear a face covering unless exempt. 

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Royal visit to the International Centre for Life to mark landmark anniversary

06 Mar 2020
The International Centre for Life in Newcastle upon Tyne was honoured by a visit from His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent on 5 March to mark the organisation’s 20th anniversary.
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Life Science Centre introduces monthly autism-friendly sessions

05 Feb 2020
On Sunday [2 February], Life Science Centre in Newcastle launched a brand-new series of events for people with autism and other sensory needs in partnership with North East Autism Society.
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Students from across the region gather to tackle the climate emergency

01 Feb 2020
Students from across the region gathered at Life Science Centre in Newcastle yesterday [31 January 2020] to discuss the climate emergency.
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Britain’s first astronaut ignites excitement in a new space at Life Science Centre

29 Jan 2020
Helen Sharman, Britain’s first astronaut, officially launched the new Space Zone at Life Science Centre in Newcastle, UK, on 29 January 2020.
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Lift-off for an exhibition that is out of this world

25 Oct 2019
A new cosmic exhibition that brings space close to home is about to launch at Life Science Centre.
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Shriek puts the chic into super hero style

08 Aug 2019
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.
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Life Science Centre,
Times Square,
Newcastle upon Tyne,
NE1 4EP

0191 243 8210
info@life.org.uk

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Opening times

Monday - Sunday: 10:00am – 5:00pm (recommended last entry: 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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