Important visitor information

Book online and save! Our online tickets are at least 5% cheaper than paying on arrival. 

On weekdays during term term, between 10:00am - 2:00pm, there may be school groups visiting the science centre.

The operation of the NHS vaccination centre on site is solely the responsibility of the NHS. Sorry but Life will not respond to any queries relating to the NHS vaccination programme. For more information go to this NHS website.

Customers who subscribe to our what's on enews can enjoy a 10% discount off their science centre visit. 

Upon subscribing, a discount code will be emailed to the customer and can be applied to online bookings only. This offer applies to new subscribers only and connot be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. 

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Tickets and membership

Tickets for timed slots can be puchased online in advance of your visit. Some slots on the afternoon will be kept free for walk-ups - but booking is advised to avoid disappointment.

Book online and save! Buy your tickets in advance of your visit via our website and save at least 5% on the below prices.

Family of 2 (Max. 1 adult) £22.50
Family of 3 (Max. 2 adults) £31.00
Family of 4 (Max. 2 adults) £39.00
Family of 5 (Max. 2 adults) £47.50

Adult (Aged 18 and over) £18.00

Concession (Over 60s, Students) £14.25

Child (Aged 5-17) £9.50

Child (Aged 4 and under) £0.00
Maximum of 3 children per paying adult

Carer Ticket (Please bring proof) £0.00

Please note: Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Life is a charity. Our standard ticket price includes a donation of at least 10%. If you are happy to pay this donation and say ‘yes to Gift Aid’ when prompted, we can claim 25p for every £1 you give us from the UK government. If you would prefer not to, you can proceed without the donation when booking online. 
Life is a great place for groups of all sizes to spend a day and take part in some fun science activities! If you're bringing 20 people or more, it's best to book in advance.
 

Science centre booking rates 

Adult group rate (inc. concessions)

£10.00 per person

Child group rate

£7.00 per person
 

To make a group booking or to discuss your requirements please call our bookings hotline

(0191) 243 8223 

Family of 2 (max. 1 adult) £60
Family of 3 (max. 2 adults) £85
Family of 4 (max. 2 adults) £105
Family of 5 (max. 2 adults) £125

Adult (aged 18 or over) £45
Child (aged 5 - 17) £25
Child (under 5) FREE
Concession (over 60 or student) £36

Child addition (aged 5-17) for fam of 5 only £10
 

Try before you buy!

Become a member on the day you visit and we’ll deduct your admission price off the cost of your membership. Terms and conditions apply.

Memberships are not available online, please buy on arrival at reception. 

Everything's included in your ticket

Your science centre day ticket gives you access to ALL activities inside Life. There are no extra fees for exhibitions or for entry to the live science shows, so you can relax and explore EVERYTHING that Life has to offer with no hidden charges. 

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What our customers say... “We had a fantastic visit – the chuffing contraptions show was a particular highlight for us all. The staff member who talked about food of the future was also really engaging and interesting.”
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Our location

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

0191 243 8210
info@life.org.uk

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Science centre 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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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.


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