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Somerscience Festival 4th May 2026

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Somerscience Festival 2026

Somerscience is delighted to invite you to our 4th festival celebrating all aspects of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) in Somerset. STEM is about life and what we do with it. It helps us look after and understand our world and harness natural resources to build a better version or cyber alternatives.

Our whole programme is FREE with no tickets required. Start to grow your STEM profile at the Bath & West Showground, where our contributors show you how your lives are affected by STEM research and applications, how they go about investigating and innovating, and how you can get involved in a future study or career pathway.

EMBRACE THE STEM IN YOUR LIFE WITH
SOMERSCIENCE 2026!

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About Somerscience

The Somerscience Festival is an exciting annual science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) family festival that takes place across Bruton and Castle Cary in South Somerset. A stimulating blend of shows, workshops, talks, and our interactive science fair full of exhibitions and demonstrations; there is something for all ages, kids and adults, and it’s all free!

Not just another science festival, Somerscience is firmly rooted in Somerset, and the displays and activities will all have a particular relevance for the people of Somerset.

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Why Somerscience?

Rural areas, and South Somerset in particular, are not well served for opportunities to engage with science, technology, engineering and maths. The British Science Association (2022) identified South Somerset as being in the bottom 10 areas nationally for provision of STEM outreach. Yet amazing STEM developments are taking place all around the county and underpinning much of what we usually associate with Somerset!

It’s time to let the people of Somerset in to the latest exciting science and technology developments on their doorstep and inspire future generations.

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Somerscience Festival Highlights 2024

The Somerscience Festival took place on 6th May 2024 in Castle Cary and Haynes Motor Museum, Sparkford. More than 5400 visitors enjoyed shows, workshops, interactive stands, talks, panel debates and demonstrations with something for all ages. The festival covered a wide range of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines and brought these to life for rural communities of Somerset.

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Steps into Stem

Steps into STEM

Inspired by what you saw at Somerscience Festival this year? Discover ‘Steps into STEM‘, your gateway to opportunities and resources in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Here, you can explore a list of renowned STEM organisations, each dedicated to advancing knowledge, innovation, and collaboration within their respective fields. Whether you’re a student, educator, or STEM enthusiast, these organisations offer invaluable resources, activities, and programs to support your journey of exploration and growth.

STEM News and Events

Get involved! From inspiring talks to hands-on workshops, there are STEM activities happening every week. Find out about STEM activities and events happening across the country.

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