Tales of space exploration and a cosmic virtual reality show are among a galaxy of activities at the Eden Project’s Journey Into Space programme this summer.

Eden is hosting daily talks by space experts from institutions such as the European Space Agency and National Space Academy so everyone can find out what it’s like to live as an astronaut, how to create a career in space, all about the mission to Mars and whether alien life really exists. 

One of the star speakers is Maddie Moate (pictured), children’s presenter of Cbeebies’ Do You Know? The TV host will explain how rockets work and lead a lesson in robotics with her session called Maddie’s Mission to Mars on September 2 and 3.

Other experts include space journalist Kate Arkless Gray, who will explain on August 23 how astronauts stay healthy and have a cup of tea in microgravity.

Simon Rix from Roseland Observatory will discuss the possibility of discovering life on other planets on August 20 and Sophie Allan from the National Space Academy will look at what it takes to be part of the next generation of space explorers on August 31 and September 1.

All the half-hour talks are included in admission and take place daily at midday and 1.45pm in the Mediterranean Biome  until September 3.

More details are listed at www.edenproject.com