Name: Catalyst Science Discovery Centre
Rating: 5.0

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre

Mersey Road, Widnes WA8 0DF, UK

1-99 Years

Paid

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Description

Welcome to the Catalyst Science Discovery Centre, we put the fun in science. A unique interactive experience for all ages. Catalyst offers an entertaining educational experience.

A host of interactive exhibits, re-constructed scenes, science shows and hands-on workshops stimulate the senses bringing a range of subjects to life from Science, Maths, Engineering and Technology to the Humanities and Geography. Suitable for pupils from Key Stage 1 through to Key Stage 3.

Prices starts from £12.65 for Adults and £10.45 for Child. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Paid
Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

The Museum: Catalyst is an accredited museum and home to an archive of over 100,000 historical artefacts and records from the British chemical industry. We are delighted to have been awarded £1 million from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to deliver the Synergy Project – an exciting programme of works which will see a major refurbishment of the Birth of an Industry gallery and digitisation of our extensive archives, making our heritage more engaging and accessible than ever before.
Interactive Gallery: Housing a range of hands-on exhibits allowing you to investigate science and technology. Film in our TV studio, test the scarf shooter, make an animation or create a ball run in this interactive gallery.
Theatre & Catalyst Laboratory: Two fantastic teaching spaces funded by the Millennium Commission. Hosting a range of workshops and hands-on activities for pupils from 8 years and upwards. The Theatre hosts a range of science talks and shows too!
Birth of an Industry: Investigate the development of the Chemical Industry from ancient times up to the 1940s with the aid of fascinating historical objects, life like reconstructions, archive films which bring the past vividly to life.
Observatory Gallery: A glass walled, roof-top gallery accessed by an external glass lift, with stunning panoramic views and hands-on exhibits. An ideal spot to learn about the heritage of the area with our information cards.

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Parking: Catalyst has a large free car park.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Admission prices with Gift Aid

Adult – £12.65
Child – £10.45
Concession – £10.45
Children 3 and under admitted free
1:1 Carer admitted free

Admission prices without Gift Aid

Adult – £11.50
Child – £9.50
Concession – £9.50

General admission including annual pass upgrade:

Adult – £15.95
Child – £12.95
Concession – £12.95

Pricing URL: https://www.catalyst.org.uk/visit/prices/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Birthday parties: Looking for a unique place for your child’s birthday party? We’re a brilliant party venue offering a safe, fun-packed experience for all ages.

Standard Package: £12 per child

Admission to the interactive gallery
Exclusive use of the party room which you can decorate (set up time 30 minutes prior to the party)
Organise your own games and activities
Graze box for each child (will contain 3 snack items and a drink)

Premium Package: £16 per child

Admission to the interactive gallery
Exclusive use of the party room which you can decorate (set up time 30 minutes prior to the party)
Organise your own games and activities
Graze box for each child (will contain 3 snack items and a drink)
Admission tickets for the 3pm public science show
Party bag for each child.

For more information please visit: https://www.catalyst.org.uk/visit/birthday-parties-2/

Monday: Closed
Tuesday and Wednesday: 10:00 - 14:00
Thursday to Sunday: 10:00 - 16:00
School holidays: 10:00 - 16:00

Catalyst is normally open Tuesday to Sunday offering a host of interactive exhibits, museum archives, historical galleries, family shows and hands-on workshops!

Address: Mersey Road, Widnes WA8 0DF, UK

Post Code: WA8 0DF

Council: Halton

County: Cheshire