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Extraordinary chemical experiments which shaped today’s world

Sat 10 Oct 2026

Chemist Andrew Szydlo returns with a spectacular, demo-filled celebration of some of the most important chemistry pioneers.

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The science of Star Trek

Sat 12 Sep 2026

Celebrate 60 years of Star Trek as Jamie Gallagher and host of speakers delve into the real science behind the show

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Family Fun Day

Family Fun Day: Spooky science

Sat 24 Oct 2026

This Halloween themed Family Fun Day invites you to explore the eerie side of science through hands-on experiments, exciting

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Tomorrow: It's not a question of when, but where! (family)

Sat 14 Nov 2026

Vanessa Madu explores the mathematics of time keeping across the globe

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How to build a chocolate bridge (family)

Sat 07 Nov 2026

Engineer Roma Agrawal uses surprising materials to explore some whacky engineering challenges

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ShRIek: The spooky science of the paranormal (family)

Sat 31 Oct 2026

Join Steve McNeil and Michael Cutts for a uniquely creepy and mystifying evening, as they use Victorian scientific equipment to

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Prism break (family)

Sat 03 Oct 2026

A colourful science show breaking the boundaries of visible light. Get ready to see familiar phenomena in a whole new light as

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Blood, guts and nasty cuts (family)

Sat 19 Sep 2026

Join Alanna Skuse in a whistle-stop tour of the weird and wonderful ways that humans have treated illnesses.

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The Life Scientific: Chris Packham

Tue 06 Oct 2026

Join Jim Al-Khalili as he interviews Chris Packham about his life and work, for a live recording of popular BBC Radio 4

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Talks and shows

An Evening of Unnecessary Detail

Sat 24 Oct 2026

They're back! Join Festival of the Spoken Nerd and friends for an evening of science, songs, stand-up maths and more.

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