Catalyst - Science Discovery Centre

Catalyst is an interactive science centre and museum devoted to chemistry and how the products of chemistry are used in every day life. Our key aim is to make science exciting and accessible to people of all ages and to inform them about science based industries and their role in our lives, past present and future.

Catalyst is a great action-packed family attraction with an excellent educational focus. Schools visit during term time to take advantage of our curriculum based education programme. During school holidays everyone can take part in our special events and activities.

Catalyst have something for all age groups and a friendly welcome is guaranteed!

Catalyst, the only museum in Britain and Europe wholly devoted to the Chemical Industry offers a unique blend of facilities and award winning exhibitions ideal for a wide range of corporate events, conferences and other occasions. Catalyst is housed in a magnificently restored Grade II listed building steeped in industrial history. In contrast a dramatic new extension provides a reception and foyer complete with fascinating exhibits and displays to provide an inspirational starting point for your guests.

Finding out is fun at Catalyst. We have three interactive galleries with over 100 different exhibits to tug, tease and test. Enjoy panoramic views across Cheshire from the rooftop Observatory reached by a scenic glass lift, or visit Scientrific, or Birth of an Industry. A World of Opportunities is a unique careers gallery where pupils can gain valuable insight into careers in science through interactive displays and DVD Clips.

Get to grips with real science and experience the fantastic modern Catalytic Discovery Lab, with activities such as "Spies and Codes" and the "Catalyst Crime Scene Mystery".

Education
Catalyst is an interactive science centre whose aim is to make science exciting and accessible to pupils of all ages and abilities.
Catalyst continually developing programme of activities ranges from hands-on workshops to dynamic learning-based shows performed by our Education Team or guest presenters from TV and academia.


VISITROS INFORMATION:

OPENGING TIMEING:
Summer Opening Times (February half-term until the end of October)
Closed (as usual) during the first full week in September,
Monday 6 September - Monday 13 September.
Open as usual from Tuesday 14 September onwards

Weekdays
(Tuesday-Friday) 10.00am to 5.00pm
Bank Holiday Mondays except at Christmas and New Year.
Last admission is at 4.00pm 

Weekends 11.00am to 5.00pm.
Last admission is at 4.00pm 

Closed Mondays except during half-terms, Easter and in August,
when special events are planned and we are open 10.00am to 5.00pm

PRICING:

By Train:
Takes about 30 minutes by train from Lime Street on a stopping train plus either 20 minutes walk over the bridge or 2 minutes on a bus.

Address:
Mersey Road,
Widnes
Cheshire,
England
WA8 0DF

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