Welcome to Xplore! Based within the heart of Wrexham, our visitor centre provides a great space for all the family to enjoy. Admission includes access to over 85 interactive exhibits designed to challenge visitors’ understanding of science in a fun and educational way. Our current Public Show is: Pick of the pack
You can now add the Planetarium as an add-on to your General Admission ticket, or head to our events page to book a show on its own!
Our current Planetarium show is Forward to the Moon, and is suitable for ages 7+.
Planetarium shows on offer this Summer:
Expedition Reef, available from 18th July: Learn about the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea” as you embark on an oceanic safari through the world’s most vibrant—and endangered—marine ecosystems.
Forward to the moon: Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st-century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe.
Please book the corresponding times for which show you’d like during your visit.
EXPEDITION REEF, available from 18th July: 11:00, 12:30, 14:30
FORWARD TO THE MOON: 11:45, 13:45
Know before you book:
- We have booking slots available from 9.30, and you’re welcome to stay for as long as you’d like.
- Last admissions is at 14:30 with the centre finally closing at 16:30.
- Please make sure you select an adult ticket alongside any under-3s you book on!
Click on the links for tickets for Xplore! Nature sessions, Toddler Days, Inclusion Days, Off-Peak Fridays,and other special events.
Annual Pass member? Check in for your next visit here!
