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A spellbinding account of humanityโ€™s first attempts to leave planet Earth: from the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings, to the privately operated space flights of today.

Be immersed and overwhelmed by this accurate historic account of our speciesโ€™ very first steps into Space.

Who were the men and women who took part in these early death-defying endeavours? Witness their drive, share their passion and marvel at the perseverance they showed at the very dawn of the Space Age.

Key info

Suitable for: KS3, KS4, KS5

Age Groups: 11-14, 14-16

Subjects: Physics, Science, STEM

Type: At Venue, In-School

Duration: 30-41 minutes (depending on version)

Cost: ยฃ650 - ยฃ1,250 (09:00 - 15:00) depending on dome sizes

Dates: Ongoing

Min. Group Size: 5 students

Max. Group Size: 120 students

SEND: Yes - suitable for students with SEND

We regularly check that the costs and information are the latest and most up-to-date. However, please contact us directly if you need any further information or have a particular question. Unless specified otherwise, all prices include VAT.

Find out more about Mobile Planetarium’s Dawn of the Space Age Workshop

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hello@theschooltrip.co.uk

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020 8064 0974

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