More worth your time at the same venue, plus a few nearby picks.
FAMILY
Power Up
Interactive gaming experience featuring 160 consoles and games spanning five decades, from Pac-Man to latest virtual reality releases, designed for ages 5 and above.
FAMILY
Object handling
Handle objects from Medicine, Space, Information Age, Engineers and Clockmakers' collections with expert volunteers on a drop-in basis.
FAMILY
Pattern Pod
Multi-sensory interactive area for children under nine where they explore patterns through water ripples, touch screens and robot trails.
CINEMA
Star Trek (2009) (12A)
Star Trek (2009) screens at the IMAX cinema, a science fiction action film featuring Kirk and Spock.
CINEMA
Star Trek Into Darkness (12A)
Star Trek Into Darkness screens at IMAX with select scenes in expanded aspect ratio for enhanced immersion on one of the UK's biggest screens.
ART
Night Owls
Sensory friendly evening for visitors aged 16+ featuring space-themed talks, shows, workshops and museum exploration in a quieter environment.
CINEMA
Star Trek Beyond (12A)
Star Trek Beyond, a 2016 blockbuster film, screens at the IMAX cinema on 18 June 2026, celebrating its 10-year anniversary.
CINEMA
Apollo 11: First Steps Edition 70mm IMAX 2D (U)
Apollo 11: First Steps Edition is a 48-minute 70mm IMAX film featuring newly discovered NASA footage and audio from the historic Moon landing mission.
