Inspiring families and young people about science in communities, schools and in our Science Oxford Centre

What's on

Science Oxford runs a range of events and activities for families and young people at the Science Oxford Centre and beyond.

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Family Days

Visit the Exploration Zone at the Science Oxford Centre, where families have fun experimenting with interactive exhibits. Explore 15 acres of woodland and our seasonal outdoor Water Lab! Open every Saturday.

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Sensory-Friendly Family Days

Visit the Science Oxford Centre for our next Sensory-friendly Family Day, Saturday 29 March 2025, designed to better accommodate and support families who experience autism and/or have other additional needs.

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Astrophysics for Supervillains: The Great Alien Hunt with Matt Bothwell, Oxford Literary Festival

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STEM Clubs

We run regular Science, Nature and Creative Computing clubs on Saturdays at the Science Oxford Centre for ages 5-14.

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What's here

Find out more about the facilities at the Science Oxford Centre.

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Visiting the Science Oxford Centre

Key information about your visit to the Science Oxford Centre.

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Accessibility Resources

See a virtual tour of the Science Oxford Centre, visual stories, and audio and visual guides for a selection of our hands-on exhibits in the Exploration Zone.

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Outdoors at the Science Oxford Centre

A visit to the Centre includes access to 15 acres of woodland and ponds. Read about our conservation projects and resident Great crested newts, bees, bats, badgers & birds to name but a few! Updates from Dr Roger Baker, Outdoor Learning and Estates Manager.

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