Mobile Planetarium Newcastle, Durham & Teesside
Live, presenter-led planetarium shows in your own school hall across Newcastle, Gateshead, Durham, Stanley, Bishop Auckland, Darlington, Middlesbrough and Stockton-on-Tees. We've been bringing our domes to Newcastle, Durham & Teesside since 2015.
Best Mobile Planetarium SpecialistsGreater London Awards
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certificates with every booking
A planetarium visit without the coach trip
The North East has some of England's darkest skies: Kielder Water & Forest Park is a Gold Tier International Dark Sky Park. Our domes bring that starry sky indoors for schools from Newcastle to Teesside, including SEND sessions in our sensory-friendly set-ups.
Every visit is live and presenter-led: pupils lie back under a full 360° sky, ask questions and see the night sky above Newcastle tonight. Shows link to the National Curriculum from EYFS to GCSE, and we can run back-to-back sessions so every class takes part on the same day.
Mobile planetarium visits in Newcastle, Durham & Teesside
A selection of the schools, colleges, museums and venues across Newcastle, Gateshead, Durham, Stanley, Bishop Auckland, Darlington, Middlesbrough and Stockton-on-Tees that have booked us, taken from our booking diary.
- Middlesbrough CollegeMiddlesbrough · 2015
- Durham Johnston SchoolDurham · 2015, 2016
- St Patrick's RC Primary SchoolStockton-on-Tees · 2017
- Caedmon Community Primary SchoolGateshead · 2017
- Hilton Primary AcademyBlakelaw, Newcastle · 2018
- Catchgate Primary SchoolStanley, County Durham · 2018
- Darlington Library (summer events)Darlington · 2019
- West Newcastle AcademyNewcastle · 2020
- STEM Fair, Vertu Motors ArenaNewcastle · 2023
- Auckland Youth & Community Centre (SEND)Bishop Auckland · 2024
- Ash Trees Academy (SEND)Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees · 2024
The UK’s premium mobile planetarium
The UK’s largest mobile dome fleet
35+ domes from 4m to 10m, so we fit a small infant hall or a whole-school sports hall.
Standard, Raised and Accessible domes
Accessible domes with a tunnel entrance and no door, so wheelchair users roll straight in.
Led by a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society
Shows written by our FRAS resident astronomer and delivered live by DBS-checked presenters.
Safety you can show governors
A dome-by-dome risk assessment with capacities, floor space, height, power and set-up times.
Which dome fits your hall?
Capacities per show from our risk assessment (RA v3.2, Nov 2026). Tell us your hall size and we'll recommend the dome.
| Dome | EYFS–KS2 | KS3–KS4 | Adults | SEND | Floor space | Clear height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4m | 15 | 12 | 8 | 7 | 5 × 6.5m | 3m |
| 5m | 25 | 18 | 13 | 12 | 6 × 7.5m | 3.5m |
| 6m | 35 | 25 | 20 | 17 | 7 × 8.5m | 4.5m |
| 7m | 45 | 35 | 25 | 22 | 8 × 9.5m | 5m* |
| 8m | 60 | 45 | 35 | 30 | 9 × 10.5m | 5.5m* |
| 9m | 75 | 55 | 45 | 37 | 10 × 11.5m | 6m* |
| 10m | 90 | 70 | 55 | 45 | 11 × 12.5m | 7m* |
*Estimated, being measured. Raised domes add about 0.3m per ring. Wheelchair places: 6m Accessible dome 4 (mixed session) or 6 (wheelchair-only); 8m 6 or 10; 10m 8 or 14. See the dome guide →
Planetarium visit prices for Newcastle, Durham & Teesside schools
| One-Hour Planetarium Experience (30–60 pupils) | from £595 |
| Half-Day Experience (60–120 pupils) | from £695 |
| Three-Quarter Day (120–180 pupils) | from £795 |
| Full-Day Experience (180–720 pupils) – from about £1.24 per pupil | from £895 |
Full-day bookings work out from about £1.24 per pupil. Every booking is quoted in writing, including any travel.
From enquiry to lift-off
Enquire
Tell us your date, year groups and numbers. We'll recommend the right experience and package.
Plan your day
We agree your timetable and match sessions to your curriculum topics and SEND needs.
We arrive and set up
Our team sets up, runs every session, then packs everything away.
Keep learning
Follow up with our free teacher resources back in the classroom.
Schools book us again, and again
"Fantastic day, the pupils were amazed and really engaged. Immersive Experiences staff were really helpful both when booking and on the day, I wouldn't hesitate to book again!"Billie ElliottScience Co-ordinator, Moor Hey School
"The level of questioning from the children always amazes me - an inspiring day for everyone."Trustpilot reviewMarch 2025
"It was the WOW factor of science week and we will definitely book again!"Trustpilot reviewMarch 2023
We also cover Tyne and Wear, County Durham, Teesside and Northumberland
Your questions answered
Do you bring a mobile planetarium to schools in Newcastle, Durham & Teesside?
Yes. We have visited schools and venues across Newcastle, Gateshead, Durham, Stanley, Bishop Auckland, Darlington, Middlesbrough and Stockton-on-Tees since 2015, and we cover the whole UK.
How much does a mobile planetarium cost in Newcastle, Durham & Teesside?
Packages start from £595 for a one-hour experience and £895 for a full day (180–720 pupils), which is about £1.24 per pupil. We confirm every quote in writing.
How much space do we need?
A 6m dome, our most popular school size, needs a floor of about 7 × 8.5m and 4.5m clear height. Smaller halls can take our 4m or 5m domes.
Can every pupil take part, including SEND pupils and wheelchair users?
Yes. We run SEND sessions with smaller groups, and our Accessible domes have a tunnel entrance and no door so wheelchair users roll straight in.
Documents available on request
Please contact us for:
- Terms and Conditions
- Risk Assessments & Method Statements
- Insurance certificates (public liability, indemnity, employers' liability)
- Fire Certificate, PAT Certificate
- Child Protection & Audience Code of Conduct
Book a mobile planetarium in Newcastle, Durham & Teesside
Tell us your dates, year groups and hall size and we’ll send a written quote within one working day.