Science Weekend at Nothe Fort
When? 08 Mar 2025 to 09 Mar 2025
Where? Nothe Fort - Weymouth
Explore Science and Inventions at the Nothe Fort in celebration of British Science Week!
Join us in celebrating British Science Week as Nothe Fort will be hosting a fun and immersive Science Weekend, full of activities and demonstrations for all the family to enjoy.
Saturday 8th March
“Fantastic Forces at the Fort” – by Fun Science Dorset
Demonstrations at 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm & 2:30pm
Featuring fun science activity tables and outdoor demonstrations.
Bookable at the Shop Desk on arrival.
“The Science of Scent – Smells of the Fort” – by Liam Findlay of AromaPrime
Demonstrations at: 10:45am, 11:45am, 12:45pm, 1:45pm, 2:45pm
Learn how we can recreate the scents of the past and smell the history of the Fort. Liam is also a local author and will have copies of his children’s books available to buy. Bookable at the Shop Desk on arrival.
Sunday 9th March
“Special Operations Executive Sciences” – by John the Mad Scientist
Demonstrations at: 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:15pm, 2:15pm
Featuring talks and demonstrations on Explosives, Lockpicking, Self-defence and more.
Bookable at the Shop Desk on arrival.
“The Science of Scent – Smells of the Fort” – by Liam Findlay of AromaPrime
Demonstrations at: 10:45am, 11:45am, 12:45pm, 1:45pm, 2:45pm
Learn how we can recreate the scents of the past and smell the history of the Fort. Liam is also a local author and will have copies of his children’s books available to buy. Bookable at the Shop Desk on arrival.
This event is covered by your Annual Pass/General Admission ticket price. Bring the whole family!
More information:
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