Life Cafe

We booked parking online before we set off, only to find a huge number of spaces cordoned off and unusable, we were very lucky to find somewhere to actually park where we'd already paid for, I'm not sure what happens when there isn't any space left. Once we got inside it felt pointless booking in advance as we were just put in the same queue as everyone who hadn't done so, with very few people on the desk it was a frustratingly long wait. Once inside I didn't feel like crowd numbers were managed at all. This was particularly noticeable when we tried to eat and we had to leave to find somewhere to sit down for food. Good for the kids when we could get through the crowds to any of the exhibits but otherwise a frustrating day

Amazing day out with the kids. Loads to do and it’s all very hands on with lots to try out. Shows are really good as well in the planetarium. Spent about 3hours here but could’ve easily spent the whole day! Really lovely staff. Would recommend booking parking online, it’s a 2 minute walk away from the centre and you get a discounted rate when booking with your tickets.

Great day out and lots of fun for the kids! Plenty to see and do, especially if you catch the shows they run every day in the different zones. Space zone is awesome! There is also a large play area, an arts/drawing area, area with tables to eat a packed lunch(the centre allows this). My only gripe would be the cost of the tickets!

I've been to the LSC twice with my baby boy. He isn't necessarily old enough to benefit from the academic side of the experience, but he loves all the lights and colours around all the exhibits. It's a fun sensory experience, and a lot of information is provided for those able and interested enough to take it all in. The interior of the centre is kept to a high standard of cleanliness, and the staff always seem happy and polite. The only drawback is the frequency of school trips to the centre - it is an ongoing occurrence so be prepared for a hectic environment when you come! Overall there is a fascinating and diverse selection of displays and experiments available, and it is definitely worth a visit, especially if you have curious youngsters!

Good day out with lots to see. Parking is a little walk in a multi storey. Museum is very accessible. The only negative is the cafe didn't have much choice of hot food (only pizza and chips!!). Plus main cafe seating area was taken over by people eating their own food brought in even though it said not to eat own food in the certain seating area.