Artist's impression of the admissions building for the planned new Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre.
Credit: University of Manchester & Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios.
Artist's impression of the view from the cafe in the admissions building for the planned new Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre.
Credit: University of Manchester & Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios.
Artist's impression of the Space Pavilion in the planned new Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre.
Credit: University of Manchester & Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios.
Funding announced for new Jodrell Bank 'live science' visitor centre
21 May 2010
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) and the Northwest European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) today confirmed funding of £3.1 million to kick-start the development of a new Science Discovery Centre at the University of Manchester's famous Jodrell Bank Observatory.
The announcement coincides with confirmation that the exciting redevelopment project has been granted planning permission by Cheshire East Council, meaning that work could start on site as soon as next month.
More information is available in the NWDA press release.
Contact information
Please contact Helen Batte, the NWDA Tourism Press Officer, for further information, interview opportunities and images:
Helen Batte01925 400235
07764 239856
Helen.Batte@nwda.co.uk
