Mindsets + Missions: Xplore! Project Receives UK Research and Innovation Funding to Pioneer Community-Focused Science Centre Development

The public and local school children were given a fascinating new insight into how metals crucial for everyday technologies can be extracted, used and refurbished and recycled, through an innovative day of activities at Xplore! Science Discovery Centre. A team of experts, featuring researchers from the University of Exeter, have created ‘The New Precious Metals’, … Continued

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre and Wrexham Borough Council are working together to bring an interactive and engaging school workshop aimed at KS2 children in Wrexham. The workshop is designed to educate learners about climate change and highlight the ways they can help to reduce their carbon footprint. Xplore! has started taking the workshop out to … Continued

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre, is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded their Cynnig Cymraeg. The Cynnig Cymraeg (Welsh offer) scheme was introduced by the Welsh Language Commissioner in 2020 to ensure that Welsh speakers know what Welsh language services are available to them. It is also the official recognition given by the Commissioner … Continued

The ‘Mine to Magnet’ School Workshop, the first of its kind, has received funding from Innovate UK to enhance education surrounding critical materials for green technology. This fundamental workshop is aimed at primary school-aged learners, and it is split into six key steps of the supply chain for neodymium iron boron (NdFeB) permanent magnets required … Continued

As the New Year starts, don’t miss the opportunity to visit the Institution of Civil Engineers’ (ICE) touring exhibition, Time is Running Out, at Xplore! Science Discovery Centre, Wrexham. The exhibition is an educational experience ideal for families, young people and those wanting to learn more about engineering. The recently launched exhibition runs until 8th … Continued

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is pleased to present Winter Science, running from Saturday, 16th of December until the 14th of January, this new science show features a frosty array of exciting experiments for all ages just in time for the school holidays. Audiences can look forward to a festive series of demonstrations and experiments delivered … Continued

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre recently became a hub of exploration and discovery during our Genomics, After Dark event! In collaboration with Genomics Partnership Wales, budding scientists and curious minds gathered for an engaging and free session that promised a deeper understanding of DNA extraction, captivating talks on genetics, and the opportunity to interact with pioneering … Continued

A Wrexham tourist attraction is inviting North Wales residents to have their say in shaping the future of its engagement activity. Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is calling on local people to pitch ideas for sustainably focused exhibits, in a bid to encourage a deeper sense of community involvement within the city. The charity, which organises … Continued

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre will present Creative Chemistry, taking place at 17 Henblas Street, Wrexham on Friday, October 27th until the 10th of December, featuring exciting experiments for all ages. Prepare to embark on a thrilling journey through the wonders of chemistry, as Xplore! proudly presents its ground-breaking science extravaganza, “Creative Chemistry.” This invigorating show promises … Continued

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is proud to announce their participation in the Mindsets + Missions project. The Xplore! project titled “A Place of Lifelong Learning,” focuses on co-producing science centre experiences with community groups. Xplore! will be working with KIM-Inspire, Dynamic Voice, Contact Club, and Arts from the Armchair through a series of six bespoke … Continued