UKSA's 72ft replica rocket has returned to Spaceport Cornwall and will form part of a free space exhibition.

It arrived back at its home in Newquay after the rocket completed a Space For Everyone UK tour.

The new exhibition coincided with Space Exploration Day yesterday (Saturday, July 20), commemorating man's historic first steps on the moon back in 1969.

The aim is to inspire a new generation of space enthusiasts, while showcasing the many career paths in Cornwall's thriving STEM sector.

There's an open invitation for schools to book informative tours for children to witness the rocket in person and learn more about the exciting world of space careers.

These educational trips, featuring the rocket that attracted over 100,000 visitors in 13 UK cities last summer, will last 1.5 hours.

They will also incorporate visits to the spaceport's clean rooms, discovering about satellite technology, and exploring how art and creativity fits into the mix.

(Image: Spaceport Cornwall)

Outreach and education coordinator at Spaceport Cornwall, Fritha Durham said: "There is so much potential and opportunity in Cornwall right now for young people to have rewarding careers within the space industry and wider STEM sectors without having to move out of the county.

"The rocket is a fantastic asset that will allow us to inspire and engage young minds in the world of STEM."

Matt Archer, director of launch at the UK Space Agency, added: "The display of the replica rocket at Spaceport Cornwall will again support outreach to the local community and inspire the next generation of professionals for the South West Space Cluster.

"Through initiatives like the 'Space For Everyone' tour we aim to inspire a future workforce equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to drive innovation and growth in the UK space industry."

For more information about Spaceport Cornwall, visit spaceportcornwall.com/.