Group visits, corporate tickets and funded experiences at Life
Group bookings in Newcastle
Life is one of Newcastle’s leading visitor attractions for group visits
We welcome a wide range of groups, including after-school clubs, university societies, uniform groups such as Scouts and Brownies, community organisations and professional associations.
For group bookings of 20 people or more, we recommend booking in advance to secure the best experience and availability.
Life is one of Newcastle’s leading visitor attractions for group visits
Group ticket prices:
£12.00 per person
Visiting from 25 June to end of the Summer term? The government is cutting VAT for organisations like ours over the summer and we’re passing the saving onto visitors. If you visit during this period, science centre group visits are £10.50 per person.
Benefits of group visits
Group bookings at Life include access to a range of added benefits designed to support a smooth and engaging visit.
- Priority entry for pre-booked groups
- Tailored meal packages available on request
- Familiarisation visits for group leaders and organisers
- Dedicated support from our visitor team
Corporate tickets and business events in Newcastle
We offer corporate ticket packages for organisations looking to book 50 tickets or more, ideal for:
- Corporate days out in Newcastle
- Team rewards and staff incentives
- Client entertainment
- Large group or partner bookings
Discounted rates are available depending on group size.
Contact our team to discuss corporate ticket options and savings.
Corporate tickets and business events in Newcastle
HAF funded group visits in the North East
We work with local authorities, HAF providers and community organisations to deliver high-quality Holiday Activities and Food programme sessions in Newcastle and the North East region.
Our HAF experiences offer:
- Hands-on science activities for children and young people
- Safe, inclusive group sessions led by DBS-checked staff
- Experienced facilitators trained in safeguarding
- Affordable access to engaging educational content
These sessions are designed to support skills development, curiosity and positive group experiences during school holidays.
HAF funded group visits in the North East
Newcastle's outdoor ice rink is great for groups!
Life’s outdoor ice rink is an established part of Newcastle’s festive calendar and reopens from Saturday 7 November 2026.
Situated in Times Square, just outside Life Science Centre, the rink, made of real ice, runs throughout the Christmas season, providing skaters of all ages and abilities with the ultimate festive experience.
Bookings are now open for groups of 20 or more. Plus, exclusive hire is also available at a heavily reduced rate.
Sneak peek of our our outdoor ice rink
School and educational group visits
We also offer structured school trips and workshops for primary, secondary and post-16 groups visiting Newcastle.
Find out more about our learning programmes and curriculum-linked sessions.
What’s on for groups
Plan your group visit around our current exhibitions, live science demonstrations and Planetarium shows.
See what’s on during your visit to Newcastle’s science centre and build your group day out around our programme.
Contact us
To make a group booking or to discuss your requirements please get in touch today.
