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Go to topicUsing space to benefit citizens and meet future challenges on Earth
Go to topicMaking space accessible and developing the technologies for the future
Go to topicHundreds of people flocked to the National Space Centre in Leicester last weekend to enjoy a cosmic celebration of the UK’s remarkable achievements in space.
The festival launched space enthusiasts of all ages on a journey from our home planet to the outer reaches of the Solar System and beyond, demonstrating how satellites are improving life on Earth as well as delivering unprecedented insight into other worlds.
It also showcased the excellent contributions of the UK to ESA’s space programmes.