We’re celebrating British Science Week (7-16 March) in Newcastle with events and activities for the whole family!
British Science Week
We are celebrating British Science Week with amazing activities and events for all ages.
Running from 7 March, British Science Week is a national celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths.
We are celebrating British Science Week with amazing activities and events for all ages.
What's on in the science centre
Experience the magic of Luma, the giant glowing robotic snail, in Newcastle! From Friday 7 – Saturday 15 March, families can meet this nine-metre-long interactive snail, known for its gentle and otherworldly presence.
Created by Air Giants, Luma is inspired by nature and designed to delight audiences of all ages. Don’t miss this unique, family-friendly experience in Newcastle!
That’s in addition to the usual programme of activities including live shows, experiments, making activities and a chance to escape the world in the planetarium.
As we’re celebrating our 25th birthday this year, we’ve extended our 25% discount on science centre tickets! Use code LIFE25 when booking online.
Valid until 15 March 2025. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. Excludes special events such as Home Education Days.
For adults, there's a Speakeasy all about life with robots
Could robots help solve the UK’s social care crisis? Join this Speakeasy, part of Life’s British Science Week, to explore the role of “carebots” on Thursday 13 March, from 6:30pm.
Ticket holders can also see Luma (pictured above), a glowing robotic snail, before the debate.
Alternatively, if you’d prefer just to see Luma and skip the debate, we have limited tickets available for £5.00 each, at 2pm daily until Friday 14 March.
For schools, there are special workshops throughout March
North East students can take part in special robotics-themed workshops this March to celebrate British Science Week 2025.
All workshops link to the Computing curriculum while also building key skills like communication and teamwork.
From Monday 10 – Friday 14 March, students will get the chance to visit Luma, the giant, glowing robotic snail (pictured above).
Join us to celebrate science together!
Contact us
Have a question about the science centre or one of our upcoming events? Our team would be happy to help.
