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Catalyst Science Discovery Centre

Interactive science and technology exhibits, workshops, shows, and galleries for children, families, and school groups.

Science · Engineering · History & culture · Maker & DIY · Parent & educator · Physical placeAges 5-16Paid🌐 1 languages
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About Catalyst Science Discovery Centre

Catalyst is an interactive science discovery centre with exhibits, science shows, workshops, a laboratory, and galleries connecting science, maths, engineering, technology, geography, and industrial history.

Age and access

This resource is listed for ages 5-16. It is available as Website, Physical place and is listed as paid. The listed language coverage is English.

Visit and pricing

Address

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre, Mersey Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 0DF, United Kingdom

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Opening hours
Tuesday-Sunday10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
MondayClosed

What stands out

  • Makes science and engineering tangible through interactive exhibits
  • Offers workshops and shows for children and school groups
  • Connects hands-on experiments with local industrial history and geography
Evaluation detail

How the score is built

Science valueExceptional

The centre covers science, maths, engineering, technology, and geography through interactive exhibits.

Hands-on valueExceptional

Visitors can test exhibits, make animations, try ball runs, and join workshops.

Visit clarityExceptional

The official site provides the full address and current Tuesday-Sunday hours.

For grown-ups

Parent notes

  • The official site says the centre is suitable for Key Stage 1 through Key Stage 3 and that weekend and school-holiday visits may include workshops or family shows.
  • Admission is paid; the official site lists current hours and notes that last admission is one hour before closing.
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