Xplore Science Discovery Centre

05/09/2026

Calling all little builders! 🧱

Our next Xplore! Toddler Day is all about getting creative, building, stacking and exploring! 🌈

This month’s theme is Brilliant Builders! and our littlest explorers can get stuck into:

🦺 Builders role play
⚙️ Cogs & gears
🏕️ Den building
🧩 Foam shape construction
🏗️ The ultimate tower challenge

Perfect for curious little minds who love to make, build and get hands-on! 💛

📅 Thursday 11 September
🕤 9:30am – 4:30pm
📍 Xplore! Science Discovery Centre, Wrexham

Book your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4b5bMDS

Who's bringing their little builder along? 👷‍♀️👷‍♂️

04/09/2026

Not every meeting needs the same four walls...

Xplore! has flexible venue-hire spaces in Wrexham for meetings, presentations, community gatherings and team events, with options for hourly, half-day, full-day and exclusive hire. ✨

It is a venue designed to get people thinking, talking and looking at things differently.

If you are planning a business or community event, take a look at the spaces available! 💬

Venue information: https://www.xplorescience.co.uk/venue-hire/

03/09/2026

💙 Help us make Xplore! even more accessible! 💙

We want everyone to feel welcome, comfortable and able to enjoy their visit to Xplore! 🌈🔬

We’re asking our visitors, families and community to take a few minutes to share your experiences and let us know what we’re doing well, what could be improved, and how we can make Xplore! more accessible and inclusive for everyone.

📝 Fill in our Accessibility Questionnaire:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemzpo8q3g9Z0Pp96GMGUuxSNdNLV_NtnbudzLSSHhIDqsWLA/viewform

02/09/2026

The school trips pupils remember are usually the ones where they get to take part. 🔎💙

At Xplore!, hands-on exhibits, science workshops and STEM learning help bring big ideas to life beyond the classroom. Our education offer also includes forest school sessions, creating opportunities to explore science indoors and outside.

For teachers planning future learning experiences, find out more here:

https://www.xplorescience.co.uk/education/

What topic would your class most enjoy investigating? 💬

01/09/2026

🎃 Something wicked this way comes...

Xplore!’s Halloween Spooktacular is back!

Join us for an evening of spooky science and family fun, including:

🧪 Slime making
🎃 Spooky games
🕺 Halloween disco
👹 Brand new Science of Monsters live show

👻 Saturday 31st October
🕓 4:00pm – 6:30pm
📍 Xplore! Science Discovery Centre

Come along in your favourite Halloween outfit and get ready for some spooktacular fun!

https://bit.ly/4wYweOA

30/08/2026

Science belongs to everyone. 🔎

Alongside family visits and school sessions, Xplore! works with youth groups, community groups and out-of-school organisations to create opportunities for people to explore, learn and try something new together.

If you organise a group and are looking for an engaging activity in Wrexham, take a look at our current opportunities. 💙

https://www.xplorescience.co.uk/community/

29/08/2026

There is always something new to discover at Xplore! 🔎

Our Xplore! 2.0 development is helping us create even more ways for visitors to get hands-on with science, technology and discovery in Wrexham city centre.

Take a look at what is happening:
https://www.xplorescience.co.uk/xplore-2-0-phase-two/

Escape the rain with a family day out at Xplore in Wrexham. Indoor fun, science shows, and hands-on exhibits for kids of all ages!

28/08/2026

What happens when learning gets hands-on? 🔬

More questions. More confidence. More moments to remember!

At Xplore!, learners can explore science, technology, engineering and maths through practical workshops and interactive experiences designed for Early Years and Foundation Stage through to Key Stages 3 and 4.

From testing ideas to discovering how things work, learning encourages pupils to get involved, think differently and stay curious! ✨

Planning a school trip or STEM enrichment day in Wrexham?

Find the right session for your group:
https://www.xplorescience.co.uk/education/

27/08/2026

🌧️ RUBBISH WEATHER = BUSY XPLORE! 🔬☔

With the weather looking less than lovely for the final few days of the Summer Holidays, we’ve been VERY busy at Xplore! — and we’re expecting that to continue! 👀

If you’re planning a rainy-day trip, we strongly recommend booking your tickets online in advance to guarantee entry. 🎟️

Our Planetarium shows were completely booked out today, so if you want to catch a show, make sure you book ahead to avoid disappointment! 🌌🚀

☔ Rainy day? Spend it with us!

Book your tickets today: https://bit.ly/41NoXEg

26/08/2026

Got a birthday coming up for a young scientist, inventor or expert question-asker? 🎉

A party at Xplore! gives the group time to explore 85+ interactive exhibits, alongside hands-on activities designed to keep curious minds busy!

Take a look at the current party options and find the right fit for your celebration. 🥳

See birthday parties:
https://www.xplorescience.co.uk/birthday-parties/