Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum

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Mersey Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 0DF

Tel: 0151 420 1121

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Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
  • Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
  • Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
  • Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
  • Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
  • Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
  • Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
  • Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum

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Science has never been so much fun! Catalyst is an interactive science centre and museum whose mission is to inform, educate and excite the widest audience about the relevance of chemistry through the unique offerings, hands-on experiences, the rich industrial heritage archives and strong links to the local area.

The ground floor interactive gallery is home to a host of hands-on exhibits where you can film in our TV studio, create an animation, make a marble run, test the scarf shooter and more!

Learn about the history of the area in our Birth of an Industry and the Baker Galleries and discover a small part of our archive collection in the Gossage Room where we also host adult group historical talks. The museum archive holds a wide collection of material from some of the big names in the North-West Chemical industry such as ICI and Brunner Mond.

Enjoy panoramic views across Cheshire from the glass-walled, rooftop Observatory Gallery, the perfect place to enjoy a heritage afternoon tea or for groups to experience one of our night at the museum sleepovers.

At weekends and during school holidays you can get to grips with real science in our purpose-built lab where we run activities and workshops that the whole family can enjoy.

Also on offer is free car parking, a gift shop and the Catalyst café, the ideal place to enjoy a tasty snack or drink whilst admiring the riverside views and the views of the Mersey Gateway Bridge.

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Guide Prices

Adult £9.95 Child £7.95 Concession £7.95 Family of 4 (2 adults + 2 Children or 1 adult and 3 children) £27.95 Family of 5 (2 adults + 3 children) £29.95 Children 3 and under admitted free 1:1 Carer admitted free
Pay once for admission and receive an annual pass to return as many times as you like over the next 12 months!
Master Card, Visa accepted at reception, café and gift shop
Pre booking online via the website is advisable
Pre-booked groups accepted – discount for groups of 10 or more

Opening Times

2023 (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)
DayTimes
MondayClosed
Tuesday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00
Bank Holiday10:00 - 17:00

* Most Bank Holidays & Mondays in local school holidays 10:00 - 17:00 (please check the website for bank holiday openings)
Last admission is one hour before closing.

Special Offers

  • Pay once for admission and receive an annual pass to return as many times as you like over the next 12 months!

    Book your tickets here

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Directions

Road Directions

Catalyst has a large free car park We are located in Widnes, Cheshire, just minutes from the Silver Jubilee and the Mersey Gateway Bridges. Easily accessible from anywhere in the North West, Junction 7 M62 or Junction 12 M56 Follow the brown and white tourism signs

Follow Sat Nav WA8 0DF

Public Transport Directions

Various routes of trains transfering to bus.

Nearest bus stops: Waterloo Centre (10 minute walk, 0.5 mile), Ashley Way (12 minute walk, 0.6 mile), Kingsway Hotel (14 minute walk, 0.7 mile)

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4 of 5 stars
  • Travelers Choice 2023
  • Excellent
    164
  • Very Good
    81
  • Average
    39
  • Poor
    18
  • Terrible
    16

Recent Reviews:

  • madamerangetout
    Warrington, United Kingdom
    Perfect day out, fun, informative and reasonable price.
    5 of 5 stars
    Monday, 19th June 2023
    Fab place for fun and informative (and well priced) day out. Admission is reasonable and then it is an annual pass which is so so good. We have been twice and done 2 of their extra events/workshops... Read full review
  • KayAitch1
    Manchester, United Kingdom
    Trip Type:
    Family
    Great Day Out
    5 of 5 stars
    Sunday, 23rd July 2023
    I’m chuffed with the annual pass - my 5 year old enjoyed the interactive room and play areas, and the workshops you can book onto sound amazing. Got caught out by the café stopping hot food at 2pm so... Read full review
  • richardwC6522LK
    Trip Type:
    Family
    Interesting and fun for all ages
    5 of 5 stars
    Wednesday, 26th July 2023
    Took my daughter and two grandchildren here today (aged 11 and 3). Was concerned in case there wasn't enough at Catalyst to keep them both amused and interested. I needn't have worried! The place was... Read full review

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Ramp / Level Access - Level access to all areas and a lift to all floors
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors - Changing Places Facilities

Attraction Facilities

  • Pet Friendly - The on site cafe is dog friendly.

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant - Dog Friendly
  • Picnic Site

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (free)

Payment Methods

  • MasterCard accepted
  • Visa accepted

Contact Us

Tel: 0151 420 1121

Check availability for Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum (opens in a new window)

Tel: 0151 420 1121

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