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National Space Centre

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Leicester · Exploration Drive

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About National Space Centre

0116 261 0261 Email: info@spacecentre.co.uk https:// spacecentre.co.uk/ Winner of the 2024 Large Visitor Attraction of the Year, the National Space Centre is the perfect place for families to discover the wonders of space together. See Matt Damon’s spacesuit, Buzz Aldrin’s ‘under garments’, giant rockets, and a rare piece of the Moon (and Mars). Enjoy award-winning full dome shows in the UK’s largest planetarium, or take an unforgettable ride to low Earth orbit from the Tetrastar Spaceport. Get up close to something truly unique with the Discovery team’s science busking.

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Accessibility

Last confirmed 15 Jul 2026OpenStreetMap — community-tagged

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Mobility

Step-free entrance

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Step-free between floors

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Accessible parking

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Accessible toilet

Yes

Changing Places toilet

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Wheelchair to borrow

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Sensory & service

Hearing loop

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Large-print available

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Sensory-friendly sessions

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Assistance dogs welcome

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Carer concession

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