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Contact Details

Organisation:

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre

Contact:

Meryl Jameson, Marketing Officer
Mersey Road
Widnes
WA8 0DF

Telephone:

0151 420 1121

Email:

info@catalyst.org.uk

Website:

http://www.catalyst.org.uk

Description

Who is it for?

Suitable for children & adults, school pupils & special schools

Age

4 - 99

Description of service:

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre makes science and technology really come to life in three award winning galleries. Scientrific on the ground floor is a hands-on, interactive gallery for the whole family. Birth of an Industry on the first floor houses the museum element of the centre supported by an amazing collection of material and life-like reconstructions. The rooftop Observatory gallery affords stunning views from the Welsh hills to the Pennines and is accessed by the wonderful scenic glass lift which reaches 30 metres above the River Mersey. Take an unforgettable journey of discovery in the Alchemy Theatre. Interactive films with 3D and individual voting makes each showing unique! During term time Catalyst specialises in curriculum based activities for schools but at weekends and during the holidays the whole family can join in the special hands-on workshops. Science has never been so much fun!

Access

Ramp
Lift
Accessible toilet
Hearing Loop
There is a ramped approach to the building with level access to reception, cafe, shop, toilets and baby-change. A lift gives easy access to all galleries. Induction loops are fitted to the video displays on the first floor. We have two wheelchairs available for public use. Guide dogs are welcome.