Hello World is closed until 18 December. Play Zone will close at 4.00pm on Saturday 9 and Saturday 16 December.
Until Friday 10 November, enjoy a feast of frightfully fun live shows and exciting experiments.
Plus! Enjoy thrilling, interactive exhibits in Wow Zone, including the 6-metre-tall ‘Big Machine’! Other highlights include Space Zone, complete with a replica of part of the International Space Station and Play Zone for under 7s.
New science show – Fire can burn underwater and ice can boil water! Explore the power and beauty of both in this live science show.
Experiment Zone – Trick and treat your senses with hands-on science activities. Fool your eyes, your brain and your sense of touch. (ages 7+).
Make and take home activities – Make your own crankenstein monster or brilliant bat using a range of tools and materials. Find out how to make it move then take it home to scare your friends.
Spooky trail – Keep your eyeballs peeled and see if you can find the life-sized skeletons in different locations around the science centre. Do you know any famous scientists? These funny bones might have names that sound a bit familiar…
Wow Zone – 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!
Discover the stars – 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.
Gaia, our planet Earth – Be amazed by the seven-metre wide, glowing replica of our shared home, created by British artist Luke Jerram. On the upper level of the science centre, grab an easel and create your own Earth-inspired artwork.
Play Zone – Fun for under-7s with a book nook, soft play and more.
October half-term only (28 October – 5 November)
Roll up your sleeves and prepare to get messy! Experiment with scary slime and take it home to amaze your friends and family.
Subject to availability.
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.
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
Life is located in Times Square, just a two minute walk form Newcastle Central train and Metro station.
View our science centre map to get a feel for what to expect.
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.
We welcome all our visitors and work hard to make sure our facilities are accessible to everyone.
Have a question about the science centre? Our team would be happy to help.
