Family Day (10 January)

The Science Oxford Centre is a new experience for children, families and adults where all you need to get started is a little curiosity. Explore, experiment and make discoveries in our Exploration Zone, follow the trails in our woodland and enjoy clubs, shows and more in our theatre and workshop. Check out our upcoming events, Coding workshops, Kids Clubs and Conservation Days.

Science Oxford

Science-inspired family fun at the Science Oxford Centre

Science Oxford Centre

Visit the Science Oxford Centre for a unique family experience. Explore, discover and play in the Exploration Zone, where children and grown-ups alike have fun experimenting with interactive exhibits; create and test flying designs at the Air Table, build a giant magnetic ball run, and make fun animations. Pick up an Explorer Backpack and see what wildlife you can spot on our outdoor nature trails.Live Lab - pop up activities in the Exploration Zone Palaeo Puzzle: Dig into palaeontology! Unearth fossils on loan from the Oxford University Museum of Natural History (OUMNH) with fun, hands-on family activities to learn about Oxfordshire fossils.Suitable for ages 3+ (all ages welcome). Under 3s free; a full price Adult Ticket is required to complete your order.Pre-booking essential. All visitors to the Centre require a ticket.Car Parking on Sat 10th Dec - the majority of the on-site car park will be closed due to building repair works. There will be limited car parking spaces available on site, but the site will be available for pick-up and drop offs throughout the day. Please instead use the street parking available on Quarry Road, or contact events@scienceoxford.com if you require an accesssible disabled space to be reserved. We apologies for the inconvenience.Please note, due a revised schedule, access to the Woodland on Saturday 10th January will be from 10am to 3pm.What is included in your ticket:<ul><li>Two-hour timeslot in the Exploration Zone</li><li>Access to the woodland and outdoor areas from 10am–3pm (last entry 2.30pm)</li><li>Parking (limited availability on a first come, first serve basis. See visiting and travel information <a href="https://scienceoxford.com/centre/public/visitor-information/" title="https://scienceoxford.com/centre/public/visitor-information/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>)</li></ul>What is NOT included<ul><li>Entry to Club</li></ul>Event informationExploration Zone Sessions10am-12pm12.30pm-2.30pm-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Food and drink: Over the festive period, 'Harry’s Tipsy Mare' horse box style food outlet will be serving our Family Days and will be on site on Saturday 10 January from 10am to 3pm, offering hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, snacks and cakes. Families are welcome to bring food and refreshments too. Our usual visitor café is closed for refurbishment to create a bigger kitchen and covered outdoor space, re-opening in January 2026.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Additional SupportIf you're a visitor with a disability and you need a carer, personal assistant, or essential companion, free carer tickets are available to book to help you with access during the visit.You may be asked to provide ID when you arrive for the list of these ID documents and how to book your ticket see our <a href="https://scienceoxford.com/centre/public/visitor-information/" title="https://scienceoxford.com/centre/public/visitor-information/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">accessibility information</a>.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Prices, terms of booking/refunds policy£8.50 per person (includes Eventbrite booking fee). Free tickets available for Under 3s and Carers (see <a href="https://scienceoxford.com/centre/public/visitor-information/" title="https://scienceoxford.com/centre/public/visitor-information/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">FAQs Carer Tickets</a> on scienceoxford.com for criteria details).Maximum size of a Family Day order is 10x tickets. For orders above 10, please contact us at <a href="mailto:events@scienceoxford.com" title="mailto:events@scienceoxford.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">events@scienceoxford.com</a> to enquire about a Group Booking.Science Oxford Centre visiting information and FAQs please visit <a href="https://scienceoxford.com/centre/public/visitor-information/" title="https://scienceoxford.com/centre/public/visitor-information/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.For information on our refund policy and event terms and conditions visit <a href="https://scienceoxford.com/terms-of-use/" title="https://scienceoxford.com/terms-of-use/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Important notice: Centre works &amp; parkingDue to the ongoing site improvement works, you may notice some changes to the area immediately outside the centre and access to the woodland and trails. There are temporary diversions in place directing parking (please use all available bays). There is also unrestricted free parking available on Quarry Road. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we complete these necessary improvements.If you have any queries, please contact us via <a href="mailto:events@scienceoxford.com" title="mailto:events@scienceoxford.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">events@scienceoxford.com</a> or 01865 810000.

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