Forget the shelf, here’s ‘Elf in the science centre’
There’s a naughty elf on the loose in Newcastle’s Life Science Centre – and he’s posting his shenanigans on the organisation’s social media accounts.
Your science centre day ticket gives you access to ALL daytime activities inside Life Science Centre. There are no extra fees for blockbuster exhibitions or for entry to the planetarium, live theatre shows and the 4D Motion Ride, so you can relax and explore EVERYTHING that Life has to offer. You won’t find any hidden charges here!
Our cafés offer good-value tasty food and barista coffee, or you are welcome to use our indoor packed lunch area if you would prefer to bring your own food.
Why not become a member? You can then have unlimited access to our changing programme of exhibitions throughout the year and discounted skating on our seasonal ice rink. Please see the tabs below for full details.
Prices valid until 24 May 2019
Family 1 adult + 3 children OR 2 adults + 2 children
Day ticket: £28.00
Adult
Day ticket: £11.00
Child aged 5 - 17
Day ticket: £6.50
Child aged 4 and under
Day ticket: FREE
Maximum of 3 children per paying adult
Maximum of 3 children per paying adult
Concession: OAP, student or unwaged (proof required)
Day ticket: £9.00
Combo tickets for science centre admission and skating are available from 3 December 2018 - 24 February 2019. Click the 'Skating Prices' tab for details.
Skating only prices (10 November 2018 - 24 February 2019)
Please buy your skating tickets from reception upon arrival
Family (2 adults + 2 children OR 1 adult + 3 children)
£27.00
Adult (aged 18+)
£10.00
Concessions (OAP, student or unwaged)
£9.00
Child (aged 5-17)
£7.50
Child (aged 4 and under)
£3.00Maximum of 2 under 4s per adult on the ice rink
Skating and Science Centre combo prices (3 December 2018 - 24 February 2019)
Family (2 adults + 2 children OR 1 adult + 3 children)
£36.00
Adult (aged 18+)
£14.00
Concessions (OAP, student or unwaged)
£11.00
Child (aged 5-17)
£10.00
Child (aged 4 and under)
£3.00Maximum of 2 under 4s per adult on the ice rink
Life Science membership is great value for money. Buy family membership – and even if you only visit 3 times a year, you have saved on the cost of your ticket.
Previously known as the Annual Pass scheme. Already have an Annual Pass? Then you’re a member!
*Fast track entry is only possible if you bring your membership card.
As an educational charity, our aim is to make science accessible to everyone and ticket revenue is vital to help us achieve this. We try to keep our prices as low as possible.
Previously known as the Annual Pass scheme. Already have an Annual Pass? Then you’re a member!
Key benefits
- 12 months unlimited Life Science Centre entry including pre-school days.
- Fast track entry during busy periods.*
- Invitations to special events.
- A chance to have your say on how we develop through surveys and focus groups.
Plus enjoy these special discounts:
- 10% discount in Life Shop, cafés and parking in Times Square Car Park.
- Discounted ice skating (November – February).
- Special offer for birthday party bookings: the birthday child goes free!
- Selected discounts available when booking an event through Life Meetings and Events.
- Free access to ASTC science centres around the world, through the ASTC Travel Passport Program.
*Fast track entry is only possible if you bring your membership card.
Membership prices
- Adult (aged 18 and over) £39
- Child (aged 5 - 17) £21
- Child (4 and under) FREE
- Concession (OAP, student or unwaged) £32
- Family (2 adults + 2 children OR 1 adult + 3 children) £94
- Extra child (added to family membership - maximum of 3 extra children) £11
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, or call (0191) 243 8223 to purchase membership over the phone.
If you’re visiting with a group of 10 or more, book in advance to receive a range of benefits:
- Selected offers and discounts (varies depending on events and activities).
- Priority entry.
- Free coach parking (first come first served basis).
- Tailored meal packages.
- Familiarisation visits.
Standard group booking rates, valid until 24 May 2019
Adult group rate
£8.00 per personChild group rate
£5.00 per personTo make a group booking or to discuss your requirements please call our bookings hotline (0191) 243 8223 (open from 9.00am – 5.00pm, Monday – Friday).
*Terms and conditions: You must book and pay in advance to receive the group booking rates. Group booking rates are available for groups of 10 or more only. FInd out more about group bookings
Check out our great offers and see if you could save on the price of admission.
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Gift tickets and vouchers
Treat friends and family to a science centre or skating visit, or money off in the Life Shop with a Life gift ticket or voucher!
Gift tickets and vouchers are available from reception or via the bookings line on (0191) 243 8223.
Life Science Centre tickets and gift shop vouchers are available all year round. Skating at Life is open annually from November - February; gift tickets can be purchased throughout this period and must be used during the current skating season and cannot be carried over to future years.