Ferocious Fireworks - Catalyst

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre & Museum - Cheshire

Available to 10 November 2024

Book now from £2.50

Up to 5% discount with promo code DAYSOUT

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!

Enjoy a family firework show in Cheshire with Catalyst

26th October - 3rd November 2024 - For a limited time only!

Watch science in action in the skies this November when you learn all about Bonfire Night at Catalyst Science Discovery Centre!

  • Please note: You must have General Admission tickets to purchase this add-on. 
  • Date: 26th October - 3rd November 2024 - For a limited time only!
  • Times: 12:30pm and 3:00pm
  • Tickets: Only an extra £2.50 on top of Admission tickets!
  • Learn about the science behind fireworks; Why are they colourful? What makes them BANG?
  • Enjoy an incredible fizz-tastic firework show with the team at Catalyst!

"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

Fantastic children's events in Cheshire

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!

Widnes 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

 

  • Parking
  • Toilets
  • Food and drink 
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transport accessible

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

  • Disabled parking available
  • Ramp/Level access to all areas and floors
  • Disabled toilets

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

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. 

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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