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Centre for Life

Centre for Life

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The Centre for Life is a vibrant and exciting place where science is explored and debated through hands-on displays, interactive games and demonstrations. The Centre encourages curiosity about science by uncovering new things about life and the world around us.

It features a permanent exhibition that tells the story of human life from our evolution through to the present day and how we are affected by contemporary science issues. Watch themed science shows in the Life Theatre, take a trip around the world and into outer space on a search for life in the spectacular Dome and enjoy a breathtaking ride on the 3D motion simulator. There's also a programme of touring exhibitions, special events including family activities and lectures throughout the year.

Special Offers

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Awards

  • Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Large Visitor Attraction of the Year Gold 2008

Opening Times

01/01/2008 - 31/12/2008
Monday10:0018:00
Tuesday10:0018:00
Wednesday10:0018:00
Thursday10:0018:00
Friday10:0018:00
Saturday10:0018:00
Sunday11:0018:00
Bank Holiday11:0018:00

Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Family£19.95
Adult£6.95
Concession£5.50
Child£4.50

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Road Directions

Nearest major road is A1(M). Easily reached from the A1M, A69, A184, A1058 and A167. Follow signs for Newcastle Central Station and Metro Radio Arena.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Newcastle Central Station. Turn left at the station and you will see the Centre straight ahead. From all buses into Newcastle City Centre, head towards Central Station. Life Centre is a 2 minute walk from the station.

Facilities

Provider Features

  • In town/city centre
  • Indoor Attraction
  • No Smoking Attraction

Accessibility

  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Induction loop.
  • Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Large print guide.
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Ramp / Level Access
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (charge) - £1 1-3 hours (per hour)then 70p thereafter

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant - Mad Pursuits Cafe seating 160 and Times Square Cafe seating 65 people.
  • Picnic Site - Packed lunched area and outside seating.

Payment Methods

  • Approx length of visit - 2-3 hours
  • Blue Badge Guides admitted free
  • Booking essential
  • Delta accepted
  • Euros accepted
  • Groups Accepted - Please ring in advance
  • JCB accepted
  • Maestro accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Max group size - 200
  • Min group size - 10
  • Solo accepted
  • Special group rates - 1 in 10 free. Free coach parking.
  • Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
  • TIC Staff Admitted Free
  • Visa accepted

Provider Facilities

  • Conference facilities
  • Event Venue
  • Toilets

Target Markets

  • Family Fun
  • Marketed Towards Children
  • Marketed Towards Families

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Demonstrations Given
  • Educational Visits Accepted - 8 meeting rooms available - upto 440 delegates per room.
What will you Discover?

Centre for Life

Times Square
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE1 4EP

Tel: +44 0191 2438210

Fax: +44 0191 2438201

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