Dinosaurs have taken over Newcastle’s Life Science Centre this Easter.
Easter holidays 2026
Life is home to the North’s biggest collection of animatronic dinosaurs this Easter.
Follow the trail around the centre to hunt down our dinosaurs, from towering four-metre-high giants to freshly hatched babies and even a few soaring overhead. Become a Dino Ranger, use the dino facts you uncover along the way and see if you can crack the code.
As well as the life-sized moving dinosaurs, there’s a programme of dinosaur-themed live shows, hands-on making activities and experiments, as well as tons of other exhibits and activities to explore whilst you’re here, including Space Zone, the North’s biggest Planetarium and Play Zone – hands-on fun for little ones.
It’s a packed day full of live science, interactive activities and seriously impressive dinosaurs.
Easter holiday highlights
- Find out what a real dinosaur might have sounded like in The Dino Show.
- Follow the trail around the centre and hunt down the dinosaur escapees!
- Discover how fossils help us learn about life in the prehistoric times
- Investigate the features created by asteroid impacts in our Experiment Zone (7+)
- Get hands-on with multi-sensory exhibits including light play, dramatic demonstrations controlled by you and the ‘Big Machine’ which stands over six metres tall!
- Fun for little ‘uns in Play Zone. Cross bridges over the River Tyne and spot the famous landmarks, including the Angel of the North.
- Blast off into space and experience a tour of the night sky in the Planetarium. Take a look at the different stars, how to find them on your own and be dazzled by a close-up encounter.
- Be amazed by the seven-metre wide, glowing replica of our shared home Gaia, created by British artist Luke Jerram. On the upper level of the science centre, grab an easel and create your own Earth-inspired artwork.
- Want to make your visit extra special? See a rainbow indoors, get to know Planet Earth and listen to some noisy toys with our Discovery Backpacks. (Limited availability. £10 refundable deposit required on entry).
Take a look around
Life is home to the North's largest planetarium, which hosts a range of exciting shows.
Get crafty in the Making Studios, with a changing programme of hands-on activities.
In Brain Zone, step into an optical illusion and interact with exhibits that challenge the mind!
In the Experiment Zone, carry our practical experiments using real tools and materials.
Let your little ones explore a fascinating world designed just for them in Play Zone.
Watch shows on the Sphere, a digital globe displaying planetary satellite imagery.
Included in your ticket
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Life: The Greatest Story 360° immersive dome show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
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Brain Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 30 minutes
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Experiment Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ only
Set aside about 30 minutes
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Hello World
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 30 minutes
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Play Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 30 minutes
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Our Planet Earth – Gaia
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 10 minutes
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Hands-on Exhibits and LEGO® Wall
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 30 minutes
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Space Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 1 hour
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Pop-up Play Stations and Discovery Backpacks
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 30 minutes
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Wow Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 45 minutes
On now
The Making Studios
Included in science centre ticket
Age 5+ recommendation
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Lightbox
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 45 minutes
On now
The Dino Live Science Show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 5+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
Café and gift shop
Catering for hungry bellies
Food and drink can be purchased from one of our two on-site cafes. Alternatively, you are more than welcome to bring your own packed lunch.
Take home a memento of your vist
A visit to Life wouldn’t be complete without exploring our selection of science kits, toys, books, souvenirs and gifts to suit all ages and budgets
Getting here
Life is located in Times Square, just a two minute walk form Newcastle Central train and Metro station.
Science centre map
View our science centre map to get a feel for what to expect.
Group visits
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.
Accessibility
We welcome all our visitors and work hard to make sure our facilities are accessible to everyone.
Contact us
Have a question about the science centre? Our team would be happy to help.
