
The Discovery Centre is a hands on gallery designed for 7-11 year olds. It aims to provide an enjoyable, friendly environment which stimulates children's interest in the natural world. Expert explainers are on hand to assist.
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We have created an exciting range of themed activity sheets for use in the Museum's exhibitions. The sheets provide an enjoyable focus for family visits and support skills outlined in the National Curriculum. They can be purchased from the Museum shops and at the information desk
Price 30p each.
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Highlight tours of the exhibitions are available on the hour, every hour from 10.00-16.00 daily. Tailor-made tours, structured to meet specific requirements can also be arranged. All tours cater for a maximum of ten people (tours for larger groups can be arranged if pre-booked). For further details contact the information desk on 0171 938 8710.
These give visitors the opportunity to explore and talk about objects from the natural world. There are five different themed trolleys -mammals, minerals, birds,plants, and fossils. They are operated by specially trained guides and can be found in the permanent exhibitions. Please contact the information desk for details the times and locations of the Trolleys.