OCEAN EXTRAVAGANZA AT TECHNIQUEST

Take a deep dive into science this summer at Techniquest and discover all about the ocean, the creatures that live there and what we can do to protect the marine environment for future generations.

As well as all your favourite hands-on exhibits to get stuck into, the whole of the summer will see the science discovery centre in Cardiff Bay taken over by a seafaring theme in an Ocean Extravaganza.

With generous support from the Scottish Power Foundation, the Techniquest Live Science Team have created a brand new show for the Science Theatre that explores life beneath the waves. They will also be taking live demos out onto the exhibition floor itself, having fun with sea-based science right across the summer holidays and into September.

As well as hosting the usual Star Tours, the Planetarium will also run an immersive undersea experience: The Legend of the Enchanted Reef, a beautifully illustrated family film suitable for anyone aged 5 and upwards.

The KLA Lab will have some exciting hands-on workshops called Is Water Wet? running on various dates across the holidays for anyone aged 7 and over: check the website for details of dates and times.

Set in the heart of Cardiff Bay, it’s easy to extend your visit to Techniquest into a fabulous day out by the water. With the wetlands and its wildlife right on the doorstep, boat trips running from the boardwalk and plenty of food and drink options in Mermaid Quay, you can easily create an entire day out that will keep the whole family entertained.

Techniquest itself is open from 10am to 5pm on weekends and every single day throughout the summer holidays. A timed entry system means you can choose when in the day you want to begin your visit. Most people find two or three hours is about right for them to explore the two floors of hands-on activities, but some prefer to stay longer: so make sure to book ahead online to choose the best entry time for you, and get the most out of your trip. If you only have a couple of hours to spare, don’t forget that you can benefit from discounted entry from 3pm on any day.

So if you want to enjoy the sea this summer without getting sand in your sandwiches, head to Techniquest for its Ocean Extravaganza from Friday 21 July. For more details and to book your tickets, visit techniquest.org.