The Radio Telescope

Jodrell Bank Observatory

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March 11th 2007
The Jodrell Bank Visitors Centre is open to the public and allows access to the site of the Radio Telescope - which is set in the heart of the Cheshire countryside. There is a cafe and gift shop but no access to the telescope itself which is a pity as this is the main attraction. There is also an arboretum on the site which ... read more

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