I cannot believe Jodrell Bank let me do this

Yes, the 70-year-old Lovell Telescope still does world-class science. It's been upgraded with new surfaces and detectors, and is part of global networks. The core concept of a steerable parabolic dish remains timeless.

• 📡 The Lovell Telescope, 70 years old, is still scientifically relevant.
• ✨ Upgrades include a new surface (25 years old) and modern detectors.
• 🌐 It's used both independently and as part of international radio telescope networks.
• 🚀 The fundamental design of a steerable parabolic dish remains scientifically sound.

Split screen showing Tom Scott looking excited indoors and the large Jodrell Bank Lovell Telescope outdoors.