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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 11h

A cosmic Christmas awaits at Jodrell Bank!🎄 Fly through Christmas Eve skies in What Santa Sees Discover puppetry, music and ancient magic with Goofus Theatre Experience the enchanting sounds of Celtic Christmas Strings Festive fun runs from 14 Nov - 30 Dec 2026 ow.ly/mbLZ50ZXuTO

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

📸 After asking you to share your photos of Jodrell Bank, one response led to an extraordinary discovery: a treasure trove of images taken by William "Bill" Young during his time at the Observatory between 1958 and 1961 Read Wayne's story: ow.ly/gqxq50ZWLKX 🔭✨

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

🛰️ 69 years ago today, Jodrell Bank became the first in the West to detect signals from Sputnik 1’s rocket. This breakthrough transformed the telescope into a world-leading radar system. Discover the story in our First Light Pavilion this October half term! 🚀✨

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

A rainy day at Jodrell Bank has its perks ☔✨ When the puddles line up just right, the Lovell Telescope puts on a whole new show. Which reflection is your favourite? 👇 📸 Image credit: Jon Dixon

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

🌌 UNE return to Jodrell Bank on 12 Nov inside the Space Dome. Experience Dark Side of the UNE performed live with stunning full-dome visuals, an exclusive in-conversation with Mark Radcliffe and Prof Tim O'Brien, and an immersive journey through the cosmos. ow.ly/Lk9y50ZSZhE

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

🚀 It's #WorldSpaceWeek! From tracking the earliest ventures beyond Earth to exploring the future of sustainable satellites through our exhibitions & collaborations with The University of Manchester researchers, Jodrell Bank remains connected to the past, present and future of space exploration

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Capture the cosmos at Jodrell Bank ✨Join astronomer and astrophotographer Dr Anthony Holloway and learn how to photograph the night sky, with the Lovell Telescope as your backdrop 11 Nov, 13 Jan, 3 Feb, 13 Mar Find out more and book: ow.ly/1Pli50ZTrIM 📸 Anthony Holloway

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

An icon of science, captured in black and white. 🔭 Zoom in and discover the details of the Lovell Telescope. Have you ever looked this closely before? 📸 Simeon Davies

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🎲🧙‍♂️ It's GAME ON this weekend at our Pop-Up Game Café! Join us for an epic afternoon of tabletop gaming with Dungeons & Flagons at Jodrell Bank! 🚀🌟 📅 4 Oct 2026 | 2pm - 6pm 🎟️ £5 add-on to general admission Let the games begin! 🎲✨ ow.ly/W83O50ZS74H

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Two months on from the announcement about Jodrell Bank Observatory's future funding, almost £50,000 has been raised thanks to your generosity. While discussions continue, no solution is yet in place. Help protect Jodrell Bank with a donation: donate.manchester.ac.uk/p/jodrellba…

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

What is the Lovell Telescope revealing about our Universe?🔭 Inside the Observatory: Discovering the Universe from Jodrell Bank, on 1 Oct, is an evening with some of the Observatory team exploring the cutting-edge science happening at Jodrell Bank Book now: ow.ly/ACNR50ZRo5w 📸 Andrew Brooks

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Celebrate the opening of The North Revisited, with photographers John Bulmer and Simon Hill, and BBC broadcaster Mark Radcliffe for a fascinating conversation about the people, places and stories that have shaped the North over the last 60 years ✨ 🎟️ 10 October ow.ly/LjQj50ZQ1iT 📸 Simon Hill

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🍂✨ It's officially (astronomical) Autumn! 🌍 At the autumn equinox, the Sun shines directly above the Earth's equator, so day and night become nearly equal in length everywhere around the world. 🍁 The 2026 autumnal equinox occurred today at 1.06am BST

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

We ❤️ seeing your photos of the Lovell Telescope and surroundings of Jodrell Bank If you'd like your photos featured on our socials, send them to marketing.jodrellbank@manchester.ac.uk Whether you're a professional photographer or keen hobbyist, we'd love to see Jodrell Bank through your lens! 📷✨

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

💫 Final week to explore Curious Universe: Cosmic Titans. Striking sculptures and immersive artworks inspired by cutting-edge research into black holes, dark matter, gravitational waves and the origins of our Universe. Included with entry until 20 Sept www.jodrellbank.net/events/cosmic-titans/

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Hi 2dot, thank you for your message! We have live streamed lectures before in response to popular demand, and we'll be keeping an eye on interest in this one to help shape our decision on future streaming options. Do keep an eye on our social channels and newsletter for the latest updates. 📡

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

📡Join Prof Simon Garrington and the team for a special Lovell Lecture, going behind the scenes to explore how the Lovell Telescope and e-MERLIN network study black holes, stars and the origins of it all! 🗓️ 1 October, 19.30–21.00 🎫https://ow.ly/Cp1u50ZJipO #JodrellBank #Observatory #RadioAstronomy

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

What an incredible evening we had at Jodrell Bank! ✨ Yesterday, hundreds of visitors gathered beneath the iconic Lovell Telescope to witness the breathtaking partial solar eclipse, as the Moon covered the majority of the Sun.🌘 📸: Photos from one of our talented Explainers, Martin!

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Jodrell Bank has inspired discovery, advanced our understanding of the Universe and captured the imagination of people across the world. Today, its future is at risk. Your support can help ensure Jodrell Bank continues to play a vital role in science donate.manchester.ac.uk/p/jodrellbank/

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

As a result of the recent news, we have received an extraordinary number of messages, and it has been incredibly moving to read so many heartfelt expressions of support. www.jodrellbank.net/explore/stor...

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A message of Thanks from Jodrell Bank Observatory - Jodrell Bank

As a result of the recent news, we have received an extraordinary number of messages, and it has been incredibly moving to read so many heartfelt expressions of support.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Discounted Annual Tickets this summer! 💫 Make the most of discounted Annual Ticket prices this summer until 1 September, giving you access to space all season round. Families can join us this school holiday for hands-on science activities, trails, and Space Dome Shows: ow.ly/vuOk50ZicHX

A group of children partake in space-themed colouring activities.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

In the moments after two black holes merge, a phase known as ‘ringdown,’ gravitational waves are emitted as the newly-born black hole vibrates like a struck bell. In the Cosmic Titans exhibition, Conrad Shawcross reimagines gravitational waves as sound waves: ow.ly/JLrL50ZicAR

A visitor wearing a white shirt looks at the Ringdown sculpture, a metal structure filled with rotating copper balls. A blue graphic swirl is overlayed.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

If you’ve ever wished you could step back in time and see how the site first began, now’s your chance! 🔭 The Jodrell Bank: Origins Tour is an expert-led, outdoor walk through the historic parts of our grounds not usually accessible to the public: www.jodrellbank.net/events/origins-…

A black and white photo of the old back-end of the grounds, with a sign warning off the public. An early telescope is on top of a building.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Need summer holiday plans to keep the little astronauts entertained? Jodrell is proud to be part of the Great British Summer Savings scheme – meaning discounted Annual Tickets until 1 September! 🗓️ Summer programme runs 18 July – 31 August: ow.ly/cFs750ZhzQm #JodrellBank

A man and child stamp their Mission: Explore passport outside the Planet Pavilion, with the Lovell Telescope on a sunny day in the background.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Ever fancied going behind-the-scenes at Jodrell Bank? Our exclusive Origin Tours offer a peek behind the curtain at the inspiring stories and pioneering moments that made #JodrellBank the world-leading site it is today! 🗓️ Selected dates throughout August and September: ow.ly/VG1e50ZeCFA

A black and white photo of the Searchlight Aerial with three men stood underneath it. Caption reads: 'Jodrell Bank: Origins Tours' ; 'Step behind the scenes and into history at Jodrell Bank...'

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Ever wondered what the Lovell Telescope is up to? 💭 It was a pleasure to welcome YouTuber Tom Scott for a behind-the-scenes chat with our brilliant scientists, engineers, and SKA Observatory colleagues, sharing what makes #JodrellBank so special. Watch the full episode: ow.ly/5YBG50ZckwX

Tom Scott, a YouTuber wearing a yellow hard hat, stands at the top of the Lovell's focus box with a selfie camera. The backdrop is a bright blue sky.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

🔭 Catch Jodrell Bank later this evening on Kevin McCloud’s Listed Britain, where he uncovers the fascinating heritage of the Grade I listed Lovell Telescope! 🗓️ Watch at 9.00pm on More4 #ListedBritain #JodrellBank #LovellTelescope

Professor Tim O'Brien, Director of JBCE, and Kevin McCloud stand in front of the Lovell Telescope.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

[🧵2/2] The revised Declaration of Principles marks the first major update to the protocols in more than 15 years and establishes a rigorous framework for verification, transparency, and global risk communication. Learn more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/b...

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Beyond Disclosure Day: The Real-World Protocols

A University of Manchester astronomer has led a major international overhaul of the rules that would govern how scientists announce evidence of extraterrestrial intelligence to the world.Professor Mic...

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

[🧵1/2] How would scientists verify and responsibly announce extraterrestrial intelligence? 🛸 Prof Michael Garrett, Sir Bernard Lovell Chair of Astrophysics, chaired a global effort to update the long-standing “post-detection protocols” used in the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (#SETI).

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

[🧵2/2] #JodrellBank is proud to be one of just thirteen locations selected to receive a commemorative plaque telling the story of Beagle 2, recognising the Lovell Telescope’s integral role in the efforts to detect signals from the spacecraft.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

[🧵1/2] On Christmas Day 2003, #Beagle2 touched down on Mars only to fall silent and be presumed lost for over a decade... It wasn’t until 2015 that NASA imagery confirmed the spacecraft had landed safely and on target, its silence likely caused by a single solar panel failing to fully deploy.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

📍 Jodrell Bank is part of the #UNESCOIndustrialTrail! Bringing together 22 UNESCO destinations to explore across England, Scotland, and Wales, the trail celebrates the UK’s shared history, iconic landmarks, and global industrial contributions: worldheritageuk.org/industrial-h...

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

☀️ Sunny weather this half term means plenty of outdoor fun at Jodrell, from solar telescopes to our new constellation play trail! There’s still time to join us for a week of cosmic May-hem. See what's on: ow.ly/kLyk50Z4Cur 🗓️ 23 - 31 May, 2026 📸 Andrew Brooks

A child earing a blue cap looks into a solar telescope, whilst his family smiles and watches. A section of the Lovell Telescope can be seen in the background against a blue sky.

A child in a red shirt plays on an outdoor wooden playground, shaped like a constellation. Similar constellation play areas and green trees are in the background.

An Explainer in a black uniform delivers an outdoor telescope talk to an audience, including a young girl in a purple jumper. The Lovell Telescope is in the background.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

“At Jodrell Bank, someone decided it was time for a nice relaxing cup of tea.” - The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. 💫 Happy #TowelDay to all those who celebrate, celebrating the author Douglas Adams and his iconic stories (of which we are proud to play a small part in)! #DontPanic

The Lovell Telescope at dusk looking up, captioned 'Happy Towel Day.'

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Celebrate solstice at Jodrell Bank!☀️ Join Prof David Olusoga for a discussion about art and quantum physics, and explore our Cosmic Titans exhibition followed by a DJ set from artist Matthew Woodham! In partnership with Creative Manchester. 🗓️ 19 June, 17.00 - 21.45. 🎫 ow.ly/UcUH50Z2bwb

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Fancy an evening of stellar theatre? 💫 From the award-winning company behind HELIOS, ORPHEUS, and THE GODS THE GODS THE GODS comes SELENE, a radical retelling of an ancient myth about the moon: www.jodrellbank.net/events/selene 🗓️ Saturday 27 June, 19.30. Recommended ages 14+.

A woman in a black dress reads dramatically in front of an audience, illuminated by a warm bulb. Caption reads: "This company truly are the best at storytelling" (Three Weeks for HELIOS, sibling show to SELENE).

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

🐣 We've been welcoming some very cute new arrivals to Jodrell for a family day out... If you’re visiting soon, let us know if you spot our feathered friends! #Spring #CheshireLife #JodrellBank

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Royal Astronomical Society @royalastrosoc.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

✨️Reminder✨️ Our librarian Sian Prosser will be giving a talk at @jodrellbank.bsky.social tomorrow exploring the stories of the women who have played a crucial role in the development of astronomy and helped shape our understanding of the universe. ⏰️ 7.30-9pm 🎟️ www.jodrellbank.net/events/a-con...

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A Constellation of Women in the History of Astronomy - Jodrell Bank

In this Lovell Lecture, Dr Sian Prosser explores the stories of underrepresented women who shaped our understanding of the Universe.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Something exciting is coming next week to BBC Four and iPlayer... 🔭💫 It was a pleasure to welcome the #SkyAtNight team to Jodrell where they filmed their upcoming episode, 'Jodrell Bank: Tuning into the Universe.' 🗓️ Catch it Monday 11 May at 10pm! #JodrellBank

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Text reads: 'The Sky at Night; Monday 11th May 10.00pm; BBC 4 and BBC iPlayer; Jodrell Bank: Tuning into the Universe.'

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

The quantum universe is closer than you think... Cosmic Titans opens at Jodrell this Friday! 💫 Step into a world where art meets science, with a spectacular series of pieces exploring black holes, the multiverse, quantum particles, and more: ow.ly/VXUr50YROJq 🎟️ Free with general admission.

Children interact with a colourful, LED light artwork.

A scientist's office desk partitioned by a mysterious light.

A man observes a glowing blue machine titled 'Superdecision.'

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Emma Chapman @dreochapman.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

You know when people close their eyes and go to their happy place? 🤩 This is my happy place: The Lovell Telescope, @jodrellbank.bsky.social. Such an honour to stand at the feet of this legend, in front of a sold-out audience of 200, and share my love of the Radio Universe 📡✨

Woman in sunglasses in standing with her arms wide open and smiling, at base of large radio dish telescope on a sunny day.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

This week, we were delighted to welcome Dr Emma Chapman for a #LovellLecture exploring how radio observatories worldwide are reshaping our understanding of the Universe... Missed this lecture? There’s still time to grab tickets for our next one: www.jodrellbank.net/events/a-con... #JodrellBank

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

In our next #LovellLecture, Dr Sian Prosser explores the stories of the women who helped shape our understanding of the Universe, from early pioneers such as Caroline Herschel and Mary Somerville to a constellation of lesser-known figures: ow.ly/EKVR50YL3TL

A black and white photo of Mary Evershed observing the Sun. Overlaid text reads: 'A constellation of women in the history of astronomy. Dr Sian Prosser, Thursday 14 May, 19.30-21.00.'

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

🔭 Looking Lovell-y in the spring! We still have one week left of our Easter activities, including planting a sunflower, crafting an alien planet-scape, a trail prize draw, our new constellation play areas, and more... 🗓️ 3 – 19 April, 2026 Pre-booking is strongly advised: ow.ly/AlTm50YI6Wu

A pair of sheep stand looking at the camera in a green field. The Lovell Telescope is in the backdrop. Credit: Andrew Brooks.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Pink Floyd is back! 🎵 After sell-out runs in 2024 and 2025, we’re excited to announce that our hugely popular ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’ Space Dome Experience is returning for 2026: ow.ly/P6Tk50YGu80 🗓️ Select dates May - July #JodrellBank

'The Dark Side of the Moon' album cover overlaying a photo of a Space Dome audience, bathed in pink. Caption reads: 'Back by popular demand; Pink Floyd Space Dome Experience; Select dates from May onwards.'

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

🗓️ We are open Monday 6 & 13 April for Easter! Craft alien landscapes, experience the thrill of a rocket launch in an immersive Space Dome Show, and collect cosmic stamps to enter a prize draw. Plus, if #ArtemisII has inspired you, we'll be streaming NASA’s live coverage of the mission on site!

The Lovell Telescope with daffodils in the foreground. Image credit: Martin Robinson.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

If all the space buzz has you inspired, why not pay us a visit? Throughout the mission period, we’ll be streaming NASA’s coverage at Jodrell Bank on a drop-in basis (open 10.00-17.00, Mon-Sun over the Easter holidays), so come along and join the excitement! [2/2] #ArtemisII

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