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Join Elliott to find out more about what’s happening with our teams; why do we do what we do, and why are we passionate about it; what’s changing at the Centre and what’s going on behind the scenes.

We're really excited for you to get to know the National Space Centre better and to bring you closer to the work we do here! Space may be very far away for the vast majority of us; but starting from now, the National Space Centre will be closer than ever before.

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  2. Tetrastar Spaceport Patch and Pin Badges
    National Space Centre

    Seven Exclusive New Ranges in Our Gift Shop

    • 26th Jan 2026
    • Author: Elliott Langley

    Over the past few months, our Retail team have been busy curating new products that celebrate space, sustainability, and great design, with something to suit every budget. Here is a round-up of seven brand new and exclusive ranges that have arrived for 2026, and why we are so excited about them.

  5. A member of staff in costume holding several Christmas presents
    National Space Centre

    A Very Festive Screening of How The Grinch Stole Christmas at the National Space Centre

    • 9th Dec 2025
    • Author: Elliott Langley

    Our Discovery team are going above and beyond to create just this kind of yuletide magic: a Festive Film Club screening of How The Grinch Stole Christmas like you’ve never seen before. To find out a bit more about this very Grinchy occasion, the team talked me through all the mischief and festive antics they have planned… although some things might have to remain secret until the day.

  9. Ziggy Floating
    National Space Centre

    Ziggy Mania!

    • 19th Sep 2025
    • Author: Elliott Langley

    Ever since One Step Beyond launched, the response to the adorable hero Ziggy has been phenomenal! You can now preorder your Ziggy, and while we wait for them to show up here at the National Space Centre, I thought it was the perfect time to find out where the idea for the character came from!