Hands-on Heritage Activity

Hands-on Heritage | 19 February 2026

Get hands on with history this half term!

Get up close with real artefacts from our Chemical Industry archives, make your own embossed sticker, and discover what’s to come in the new Synergy Gallery opening in 2027.

Join us 10am–4pm in the Observatory, and take in the 360° views while you discover the stories of this historic place. Activity is included in your admission price.

This event is part of the Synergy project. Thanks to National Lottery Players and The National Lottery Heritage Fund for making this project possible.

Admission to the drop in session is free after paying the normal entrance admission, or completely free if you already have an annual pass!

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