Somerscience FestivalMonday 6th May 2024
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Final Programme Changes for May 6th
You’ll find the latest on all our free activities in the What’s On section of this website but here is a handy summary of changes which have happened since our brochure was printed.

Additions / replacements
AAPS – Road of Illusions, Science Fair, Haynes

PAVE UK – Introduction to Self-Drive technology, Science Fair, Haynes

Big Brush Club – Oral Health 7 Why It Matters, Schools Zone, Haynes

Late cancellations

Nikon UK – no longer able to attend due to sickness

RAU – The Future of Food

Wyke Farms – 100% Green

TECS Centre – Kitchen Sink Chemistry

Oakfield Academy – STEM Club at Oakfield

Venue Change
Biochemical Society – From Molecules to Living Organisms – venues change from Haynes to Caryford Hall

Talks Change
Unfortunately Russell Arnott is no longer coming so the talks on Haynes Stage Exploring The Deep at 11am and  Myths And Legends of The Sea at 4pm are cancelled.

Instead Vince Smith from the IOP will be talking about “Volts, Amps and Ohms: the stories of the men behind the everyday electricity terms” at 11 am on Haynes stage.

 

 

Plus don’t forget

  • Our fantastic independent satellite venues Mill On The Brue in Bruton and Carymoor Environmental Centre near Dimmer. Both will be open and running timed activities in their beautiful outdoor estates throughout the day.  Check out their details in the What’s On section
  • Our free shuttle buses running all day from Castle Cary to Haynes and back. Our first bus leaves Castle Cary Caryford Hall at 9.45am and our last bus leaves at 4.30 for Haynes and at 5.30 from Haynes to Castle Cary.  So make your journey around the venue uncomplicated and let our shuttle bus take the strain!
  • Our volunteers are there to help you all day long. Look out for the yellow T-Shirt!

Somerscience Festival 2024!
Somerscience Festival 2024

We are excited to announce the preliminary programme for the Somerscience Festival 2024! The festival will be taking place on Bank Holiday Monday 6th May 2024, 10 am to 5:30 pm, and will be another day jammed-packed with FREE STEM-based activities for all ages. The interactive Science Fair for 2024 will be even BIGGER and will be taking place at the inspiring Haynes Motor Museum. For a full list of the activities already confirmed and a copy of the preliminary programme book go to ‘What’s On’.

Somerscience Festival 2024
Somerscience Festival 2024!

We are excited to announce the programme for the Somerscience Festival 2024! The festival will be taking place on Bank Holiday Monday 6th May 2024, 10 am to 5:30 pm, and will be another day jammed-packed with FREE STEM-based activities for all ages. The interactive Science Fair for 2024 will be even BIGGER and will be taking place at the inspiring Haynes Motor Museum.

Volunteer for 2024!
2 Somerscience Festival, Castle Cary 1st May 2023 © Joss Mullinger_This Way Books IMG_7485 CASTLE CARY MARKET HOUSE

Volunteers required for one day only for the Somerscience Festival on 6th May 2024 Castle Cary & Sparkford

No science knowledge needed!

Would you or any members of your group like to help us with this exciting free festival being run for the first time this year on your doorstep in Castle Cary and Sparkford?
We will need 80 volunteers in various roles on the day itself and you can choose whether to be there the whole day (9.30 am to 5.30 pm) or half a day (9.00 am to 1.30 pm or 1.30 pm to 6.00 pm). Even if you only have 2 hours to spare, we can find a role for you!

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.

Somerscience 2023 Highlights

The first ever Somerscience Festival took place on 1st May this year and welcomed over 4800 visitors, who took part in over 85 activities hosted by 55 organistaions! Not forgetting, we had 80 volunteers from all over Somerset who helped the day run smoothly.

Following the success of the Somerscience Festival this year, we are excited to be planning next year’s festival. While we are busy organising more exciting STEM activities for next year’s programme, explore the highlights of this year’s festival!

Somerscience 2023 Highlights

The first ever Somerscience Festival took place on 1st May this year and welcomed over 4800 visitors, who took part in over 85 activities hosted by 55 organistaions! Not forgetting, we had 80 volunteers from all over Somerset who helped the day run smoothly.

Following the success of the Somerscience Festival this year, we are excited to be planning next year’s festival. While we are busy organising more exciting STEM activities for next year’s programme, explore the highlights of this year’s festival!

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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Why Somerscience?
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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.

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.

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.

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.

Somerscience Festival is funded through donations from our sponsors.
If you are interested in supporting the festival get in touch

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Follow us on social media for all the latest updates on the festival and keep an eye on the website for the first peek at our programme.

Interested in becoming a volunteer at the festival?

Contact Us

Get in contact with the Somerscience Festival Trust or Organising Commitee via phone or email.

Telephone:
00 44 7375 890751