Published 25 Jun 2026
Parents looking to keep the kids entertained during the summer holidays can take a journey back in time and enjoy a dinosaur-sized saving thanks to a new partnership between rail operator Lumo and Newcastle's award winning Life Science Centre (Life).
Families travelling to Newcastle with Lumo can claim 20% off entry to the hugely popular The Great Dinosaur Escape, which features the largest collection of moving dinosaurs in the north of England.
Visitors can see 25 dinosaurs, including towering four-metre-tall giants, mischievous hatchlings and flying prehistoric creatures. The spectacular collection of animatronic dinosaurs from Mexico are making their UK debut, creating a Jurassic adventure guaranteed to thrill dinosaur fans of all ages!
The discounted offer is available to customers travelling with Lumo to Newcastle from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Falkirk, Morpeth, Stevenage and London King's Cross. Visitors simply need to show a valid Lumo ticket at Life and use the code LUMO20 to unlock the discount.
As schools are now breaking up for the summer, Newcastle is proving an increasingly popular destination for family days out, offering a mix of attractions, museums, parks, shopping and restaurants. The dinosaur collection is expected to be one of the city's biggest family draws during the summer holiday period and is included in the entry ticket to Life.
Visitors can also enjoy full access to the science centre which has recently won Best Large Visitor Attraction in regional tourism awards and experience dinosaur-themed live shows, hands-on making activities and award-winning 360-degree immersive shows in the planetarium.
Paul Jackson, Head of Customer and Stakeholder Engagement at Lumo, said: “If you're looking for a family day out that will keep children entertained this summer, Newcastle's dinosaur exhibition is hard to beat. The dinosaurs are absolutely incredible and we're delighted to help families save money on a fantastic attraction while also enjoying everything Newcastle has to offer.
"From giant dinosaurs to great food, shopping and family-friendly attractions, Newcastle is a brilliant destination for a summer break and Lumo makes getting there quick, comfortable and affordable."
Linda Conlon, Life Chief Executive said: “Dinosaurs have always been a firm favourite at Life and The Great Dinosaur Escape has already proved hugely popular with visitors.
“With the school holidays looming, we're looking forward to welcoming even more families travelling to Newcastle this summer.
“Visitors can also enjoy everything else in the centre while they are here from hands-on exhibits to live shows. So, whether you're a dinosaur fanatic or just looking for a fun family day out, there's something for everyone”
The promotion comes as Lumo was recently named the UK's best-value rail operator, while also ranking among the country's top long-distance train companies for customer satisfaction.
This exclusive offer also coincides with the Governments Summer Saving scheme, which has slashed VAT for visitor attractions from today until 1 September. Life is passing this additional saving on to visitors.
The Great Dinosaur Escape runs throughout the summer holidays at Newcastle's Life Science Centre. Families travelling with Lumo can find full details of the offer by visiting the operator's website.
In addition to this fantastic offer, Lumo customers can also enjoy exclusive offers at Newcastle's iconic Tyneside Cinema, including £5 children's tickets on selected family screenings, half-price kids' meals during the summer holidays, and 10% off adult cinema tickets. Business and leisure travellers can also claim discounts on food, drink and cinema tickets for up to three days after arriving in the city.
Families travelling to Newcastle with Lumo can claim 20% off entry to the hugely popular The Great Dinosaur Escape, which features the largest collection of moving dinosaurs in the north of England.
Visitors can see 25 dinosaurs, including towering four-metre-tall giants, mischievous hatchlings and flying prehistoric creatures. The spectacular collection of animatronic dinosaurs from Mexico are making their UK debut, creating a Jurassic adventure guaranteed to thrill dinosaur fans of all ages!
The discounted offer is available to customers travelling with Lumo to Newcastle from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Falkirk, Morpeth, Stevenage and London King's Cross. Visitors simply need to show a valid Lumo ticket at Life and use the code LUMO20 to unlock the discount.
As schools are now breaking up for the summer, Newcastle is proving an increasingly popular destination for family days out, offering a mix of attractions, museums, parks, shopping and restaurants. The dinosaur collection is expected to be one of the city's biggest family draws during the summer holiday period and is included in the entry ticket to Life.
Visitors can also enjoy full access to the science centre which has recently won Best Large Visitor Attraction in regional tourism awards and experience dinosaur-themed live shows, hands-on making activities and award-winning 360-degree immersive shows in the planetarium.
Paul Jackson, Head of Customer and Stakeholder Engagement at Lumo, said: “If you're looking for a family day out that will keep children entertained this summer, Newcastle's dinosaur exhibition is hard to beat. The dinosaurs are absolutely incredible and we're delighted to help families save money on a fantastic attraction while also enjoying everything Newcastle has to offer.
"From giant dinosaurs to great food, shopping and family-friendly attractions, Newcastle is a brilliant destination for a summer break and Lumo makes getting there quick, comfortable and affordable."
Linda Conlon, Life Chief Executive said: “Dinosaurs have always been a firm favourite at Life and The Great Dinosaur Escape has already proved hugely popular with visitors.
“With the school holidays looming, we're looking forward to welcoming even more families travelling to Newcastle this summer.
“Visitors can also enjoy everything else in the centre while they are here from hands-on exhibits to live shows. So, whether you're a dinosaur fanatic or just looking for a fun family day out, there's something for everyone”
The promotion comes as Lumo was recently named the UK's best-value rail operator, while also ranking among the country's top long-distance train companies for customer satisfaction.
This exclusive offer also coincides with the Governments Summer Saving scheme, which has slashed VAT for visitor attractions from today until 1 September. Life is passing this additional saving on to visitors.
The Great Dinosaur Escape runs throughout the summer holidays at Newcastle's Life Science Centre. Families travelling with Lumo can find full details of the offer by visiting the operator's website.
In addition to this fantastic offer, Lumo customers can also enjoy exclusive offers at Newcastle's iconic Tyneside Cinema, including £5 children's tickets on selected family screenings, half-price kids' meals during the summer holidays, and 10% off adult cinema tickets. Business and leisure travellers can also claim discounts on food, drink and cinema tickets for up to three days after arriving in the city.
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