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Explorer Dome Hands-On Science Outreach Explorer Dome is a portable planetarium for the South West and beyond. "Far more impressive than I ever imagined.

Exciting, interactive science shows to complement and enhance all Key Stages of the National Curriculum. "The presenters were wonderful, their enthusiasm was infectious; this was the best science-based visit we have had." Primary School, Devon

Explorer Dome was founded by Shaaron Leverment and Ben Brown in 1998 and has become one of the most well-respected science outreach organisations in the UK. We aim to make science inspiring for all ages and abilities and we bring science alive to 60,000 children every year. The children were in awe." Secondary School, Dorset

Inside the magical atmosphere of the Dome, our lively, hands-on shows are presented by professional and enthusiastic science presenters. With experience to pitch the shows at the right level, we involve the students and encourage questions to create a personal experience for every child.

Amazing space knowledge and questions Year 5 Tor Bridge Primary School! 🤩
16/10/2026

Amazing space knowledge and questions Year 5 Tor Bridge Primary School! 🤩

Thanks for having us Tor Bridge Primary School! :)
16/10/2026

Thanks for having us Tor Bridge Primary School! :)

🌟Competition time! 🌟UK Space Agency to name its pioneering Active Debris Removal mission – the UK’s first national space...
15/10/2026

🌟Competition time! 🌟UK Space Agency to name its pioneering Active Debris Removal mission – the UK’s first national space mission!
It’s launching to tackle the growing threat of space debris and the winner will see their name etched on the side of the spacecraft 🚀. Open to UK residents, with a dedicated schools category for pupils aged 7–18 (must be submitted by an adult). Competition closes: 5pm on 10 December 2026. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/mzwBP5BdtK (Picture credit: CLEAR).

We had an incredible (very busy!) day delivering family Space shows at the ESA - European Space Agency Open Day @ Harwel...
14/10/2026

We had an incredible (very busy!) day delivering family Space shows at the ESA - European Space Agency Open Day @ Harwell last Saturday, and we even got to explore some of the current science missions, from robodog to mars rovers, cool meteorites and a gigantic inflatable astronaut! 🤩

12/10/2026

Our team have just returned from our annual autumn tour to Jersey, visiting five different schools with a variety of our hands-on science shows including Body (Digestion) shows at JCP! Thank you so much for having us, and hope to see you again next year :)

Another inspiring day at with excellent work from creatives around the world. A highlight so far is the interactive pi...
10/10/2026

Another inspiring day at with excellent work from creatives around the world. A highlight so far is the interactive piece from Colombia where hand gestures control the dome content. Really fun!

It’s a total privilege to visit Jersey again with our dome. We’ll be delivering SPACE shows 🪐, LIGHT shows 🌈, FORCES sho...
29/09/2026

It’s a total privilege to visit Jersey again with our dome. We’ll be delivering SPACE shows 🪐, LIGHT shows 🌈, FORCES shows 🚀 and BODY shows 🫀across the island for the next week and a half

Bloomin windy at sea today…

28/09/2026

🌌 WINTER SHOW: A Cross-Curricular Celebration!
❄️ Looking for a fun and educational school visit for the end of the autumn term?
Now is the time to book our interactive 'Winter' show for a visit in December!
A cross-curricular fusion of science and culture makes this show a true-spirited, interactive celebration of winter.

📅 Booking Availability: late November & December Only!

🧸 EYFS & KS1 (Ages 5–7)
Sights, Sounds & Stories
Immerse your youngest learners in the magical sights and sounds of the winter season.
• 🌍 Mid-Winter Festivals: A storytelling introduction to worldwide traditions including Diwali, Hanukkah, Yule, and the Christian Christmas story.
• 🌟 The Cosmic Mystery: What was the mysterious ‘Christmas star’?
• 🦌 Constellation Fun: Look closely at the winter night sky—you may even spot Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer hidden among the stars!

🧪 KS2 (Ages 7–11)
Science, Seasons & Exploration
Take a deeper dive into the science behind the season while discovering rich cultural traditions.
• 🌞 The Science of Seasons: Discover the planetary science behind why we experience winter.
• 🗺️ Global Traditions: Explore mid-winter festivals from around the world, alongside Christian Christmas traditions in the UK (Diwali, Hanukkah, Yule).
• ☄️ Hands-On Dome Activity: Unravel the enigma of the ‘Christmas star’ and build a comet inside our immersive mobile dome!
• 🔭 Night Sky Astronomy: Discover exactly what cosmic wonders are visible in the night sky over the winter months.

🎟️ Secure Your Date Before Slots Fill Up!
• Target Audience: Early Years, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2
• Format: Immersive, interactive mobile dome school workshop

40% funding still available!Schools booking our Chemistry shows in Devon, Cornwall, and parts of South Somerset can appl...
15/06/2026

40% funding still available!

Schools booking our Chemistry shows in Devon, Cornwall, and parts of South Somerset can apply for up to 40% support towards the cost of a visit from Explorer Dome, courtesy of the Peninsula local section of the Royal Society of Chemistry. The allocation of these funds is annual and distributed on a first come first served basis so please get in touch for more information. Preference will be given to schools in the highest areas of deprivation (as measured by the IMD) for England.

Our Chemistry shows include:

Bubbles (all ages)
States of Matter (KS2/3)
Science Tricks (all ages)
The Life of Water (KS2+)

Contact us: [email protected] 🙂

Explorer Dome South East (EDSE) covers Greater London!Just a reminder that we have a fabulous team based in London offer...
25/05/2026

Explorer Dome South East (EDSE) covers Greater London!

Just a reminder that we have a fabulous team based in London offering our signature Space show and Body shows with no further travel costs for schools in the boroughs of Greater London:
https://www.explorerdome.co.uk/explorerdome_prices.html

Guide costs start at £560 + VAT for a morning of up to 3 shows, plus £120 + VAT per additional show in the Standard Dome (up to 30 primary-aged children per show). A full day of shows can usually accommodate up to 6 or 7 shows at a cost of £920 + VAT.

Exciting, lively, interactive, Hands-On Science shows for all ages and abilities, all inside a portable planetarium dome! Based in Bristol and Birmingham.

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