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Date and Times 2pm and 3pm on Thursday 8 August | 10.15am and 11.15am on Thursday 22 August
Prices Free | Members only - sold out

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Join us for a Space science workshop where children can put their knowledge to the test about our solar system's planets, discover the effects of gravity on each planet and find out how the ozone layer works through some interactive science experiments. Kids will also be able to make their own fizzing planet bath bomb to take home  

This event is suitable for children aged 3 to 12 and their adults.

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