Explorer Dome

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.

15/05/2026

Explorer Dome is recruiting! Are you passionate about science (especially astronomy), enjoy working with children and travelling the country? We want to hear from you! We need one new presenter to start immediately and another for August/September and would like to hear from both early-career and more experienced Science Communicators. It's hard work but so much fun and there's nothing more rewarding than changing lives with a hit of space-wow!
https://www.explorerdome.co.uk/work_with_us.html

14/05/2026

40% funding available!

Schools booking Chemistry shows in Devon, Cornwall, and parts of South Somerset can now receive support from the Peninsula local section of the Royal Society of Chemistry. The Royal Society of Chemistry may fund up to 40% of the cost of your Chemistry show visit, however, 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 with postcodes in the lower deciles of the Indices of Multiple Deprivation (IMD) for England.

Our Chemistry shows include:
Bubbles
States of Matter
Science Tricks
The Life of Water

Contact us: [email protected] :)

27/03/2026

3 weeks to go!

The International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition is an educational science competition that enables students from all countries to test their skills in astronomy and astrophysics. Participants can receive certificates, awards, cash prizes, and global recognition.

40,000+ Participants
Since 2019, thousands of students from around the world have participated, forming a global network.

Who can participate?
Current high school and university students from all grades and countries are eligible. There are three age groups:

Junior: 10th Grade and below (and < 16 years of age)
Youth: 11th to 13th Grade (and < 19 years of age)
Senior: 1st Year College/University and higher (or ≥ 19 years of age)
Depending on your age group, you will have to solve more problems to qualify for the next round.
More Details: https://iaac.space/en/

To solve the problems, you should be open-minded and creative. As some problems may require you to read real-world research material, fluency in English is beneficial. You should have a working internet connection to submit your solution online.

An educational science competition open to students from around the world: Unleash your astronomy skills and expand your knowledge through diverse problems that explore the universe.

21/03/2026

Today is World Down syndrome Day!

We are wearing mismatched socks to raise awareness about Down syndrome.

A person with Down syndrome is born with an extra copy of chromosome 21, so every year we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) on the 21st day of the third month to represent the three copies of chromosome 21. People wear mismatched socks because chromosomes look a little like socks and we are all unique.

People with Down syndrome have an intellectual disability, but that does not mean they cannot learn, and people with Down syndrome can lead full and happy lives given the correct support.

The theme for World Down syndrome Day 2026 is Together Against Loneliness. Loneliness can affect anyone, but it often affects people with intellectual disabilities, including Down syndrome, and their families more acutely. Being present is not the same as being included.

11/02/2026

It’s been so great to be hosted by for the CreaTech

11/02/2026

We’re being treated to some deliciousness as we show some excellent films for in Truro this week.

06/02/2026

Year One have become astronauts this morning as they explore the skies with the Explorer Dome as part of their topic on space and the history of space exploration.

One of the ways we help children to grow a is with exciting curriculum enhancements such as visitors and trips to bring their learning to life.

10/11/2025

Rarely has the Dome looked soooooo good! Thanks to the amazing team at for hosting us for an epic day of science, and for the awesome lighting!

24/10/2025

Need some ideas/inspiration for half term?
Come and join us at the The Blakehay Theatre in Weston super Mare for a family-friendly day full of hands-on science shows! The first show slot is already sold out, so get your tickets fast 😀