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

What's on for families

Science Oxford summer events and activities for families and young people at the Science Oxford Centre and beyond.

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Family Days every Saturday

Visit the Exploration Zone at the Science Oxford Centre this summer, where families have fun experimenting with hands-on exhibits and activities. Explore 15 acres of woodland, outdoor Water Lab, visitor café and picnic areas. Open every Saturday.

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Summer of Space: Holiday Club for ages 7-11

Young explorers embark on hands-on Space-themed projects, science and engineering investigations and outdoor woodland adventures at the Science Oxford Centre. Experience our out-of-this-world planetarium show,  design rockets and rovers, and investigate wildlife: Tuesday – Thursday 18 – 20 OR 25 – 27 August.

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STEM Clubs

We run regular Science and Nature clubs on Saturdays at the Science Oxford Centre for ages 5-9. See what’s on!

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Outdoors at the Science Oxford Centre

Enjoy the outdoors at the Science Oxford Centre. A Family Day or STEM Club ticket includes access to 15 acres of woodland and ponds all day. Pick up our Explorer Backpack and spot local wildlife. Why not bring a picnic?

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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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