Sun Protection Scientists: Catalyst Science Discovery Centre

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre & Museum

Available until 22 August 2025

Please note: You must purchase Admission Tickets before purchasing Add-On's

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Book Catalyst Discovery Centre tickets for one of the best museums in Cheshire

Offering a host of interactive exhibits, museum archives, historical galleries, family shows and hands-on workshops, Catalyst Science Discovery Centre & Museum is a unique interactive experience, suitable for all ages!

Catalyst Science Museum: Sun Protection Scientists Summer Workshop

Enjoy a hands-on, family-friendly workshop in the home of science at Catalyst Science Discovery Museum:

  • Date: Weekends between 9th and 22nd August
  • Start Time: 12:30pm, 3:00pm
  • Duration: 45 minutes
  • Suitable for: Families
  • Please note: You must purchase an Admission Ticket before buying Add On's.

Spend your summer at Catalyst Science Discovery Museum near Cheshire

  • Take part in a family-friendly, hands-on, interactive workshop!
  • Become an official Sun Protection Scientist
  • Carry out your own investigations
  • Discover just how important sun protection really is
  • Please note: Children must be accompanied by an adult. 

PLUS: Save 5% on tickets when you use promo code 'DAYSOUT'

"Had a great day out at Catalyst. Staff were great, very friendly. Food and drinks at the cafe reasonably priced. The lab workshop (plastics) was definitely worth going to - particularly suitable for primary school children!" Matt, TripAdvisor

Suitable for all ages and providing fun for the entire family, Catalyst believes everyone should have the opportunity to be inspired by the wonder of science.

Book Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum tickets today and have one of the best days out with the kids in Cheshire!

Location

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre

Mersey Rd,
Widnes,
Cheshire,
WA8 0DF
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How to find us

Address: Catalyst Science Discovery Centre, Mersey Road, Widnes, WA8 0DF

What3Words: detect.tribe.comb

By Car:

  • Sat Nav: WA8 0DF
  • Parking: Onsite free parking

By Bus:

  • Various routes of trains transfer to bus routes
  • Waterloo Centre: 10 minute walk
  • Ashley Way: 12 minute walk
  • Kingsway Hotel: 14 minute walk
Facilities
  • Parking
  • Toilets
  • Food and drink 
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transport accessible
More Info
Is Catalyst Science Museum & Discovery Centre in Cheshire wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Catalyst Science Museum in Cheshire is wheelchair accessible.

  • Disabled parking available
  • Ramp/Level access to all areas and floors
  • Disabled toilets
Is Catalyst Science Museum & Discovery Centre dog-friendly?

Catalyst Science Museum & Discovery Centre allows guide dogs on site, and dogs are also allowed inside the onsite cafe. 

What age is the Catalyst Science Museum suitable for?

Catalyst Science Museum and Discovery Centre in Cheshire is suitable for all ages, with a particular focus on Key Stage 1, 2 and children. However, there are areas that all children will enjoy exploring, regardless of age. 

Is there food and drink available at Catalyst Science Museum and Discovery Centre in Cheshire?

Yes! 

  • Catalyst Science Museum and Discovery Centre has an onsite cafe
  • There is fresh food available with a selection of cakes, pastries and savoury snacks
  • Hot and cold drinks are also available 

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