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Little Bear: Planetarium Show

Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 10 minutes
Mother and son in Life Science Centre Planetarium looking up to watch Little Bear show.

An enchanting planetarium show especially for under 7s.

Little Bear goes stargazing and finds many dot-to-dot animals including a whale, a swan and a lion. They keep on looking until they find a little bear, just like them, in the night sky.

Shows are on at various times throughout the day, show times are available on arrival.

During busy times, we request that you visit the planetarium once – this is to allow other visitors to enjoy the experience too. Thanks for your consideration.

A scene from Little Bear, Life Science Centre's planetarium show for little ones.

Planetarium highlights

Planet icon.

Leave the world behind and step inside the North’s biggest, most advanced planetarium.

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We promise super comfy seats so you can completely relax, and there’s space for wheelchairs and pushchairs too.

Telescope icon.

Life's planetarium uses state-of-the-art projectors to give ultra-rich, high-resolution visuals and provide an immersive experience.

Accessibility information

The planetarium is an enclosed dark area. During the show, the lights are dimmed in order to enhance the experience. It is equipped with an analogue induction loop and has spaces for wheelchairs.
 

Shows feature voiceovers and sometimes music which can be loud. Ear defenders are available from reception for a refundable deposit. Shows take place several times throughout the day and times are given to visitors on arrival.

‘We loved the Planetarium show.’

Diane, Trip Advisor.

‘The planetarium was amazing.’

Sarah, Trip Advisor. 

‘I loved seeing the show in the planetarium.’

Lauren, visitor. 

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