About Discovering42
If you’re looking for something different, this hands-on exhibition is for you! Loads of unusual exhibits, favourites include the bike-powered record player, the levitating balls and water that flows backwards! Great for all ages, prepare to be baffled and amazed!
Lovely cosy and friendly cafe with views of the park, serving Magic Mocktails and other delicious drinks.
Located within Priory Park, with brilliant kids playground and duck pond. Bike hire for the Camel Trail, Bodmin Railway nearby for a steam railway ride or parking in Priory Carpark .
Book a timed-slot via the website, www.discovering42.co.uk
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If you’re looking for something different, this exhibition is for you! Loads of unusual hands-on exhibits, favourites include the bike-powered record player, the levitating balls and water that flows backwards! Great for all ages, prepare to be baffled and amazed!
Finish off with a Magic Mocktail in the cosy cafe with views of the park.
Great pitstop for the Camel Trail too!
Extraordinary eco-entertainment
This exhibition is about as environmentally friendly as they come! Everything from the walls to the exhibits have been crafted from salvaged materials. Follow the stories that are entwined in each exhibit; where it’s components came from and how it was transformed.
Quirky cafe with views of the park, decorated with food packaging and plants.
Great pitstop for the Camel Trail! Bike hire available nearby too.
Winner of the National Museum and Heritage Awards for sustainability and Gold Business Award from Surfers Against Sewage.
Award-winning interactive exhibition
An immersive and unique exhibition to explore interactive, upcycled artworks that delve into the peculiarities of science. Winner of the National Museum and Heritage Awards.
Favourites include the bike-powered record player, the levitating balls and water that flows backwards!
Lovely cosy and friendly cafe with views of the park, serving Magic Mocktails and other delicious drinks.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Accessible Toilets
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Onsite Parking
Baby Changing
Opening Times
- Monday, 00:00 - 00:00
- Tuesday, 00:00 - 00:00
- Wednesday, 00:00 - 00:00
- Thursday, 00:00 - 00:00
- Friday, 00:00 - 00:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00
Open during the week for group and school bookings.
Open everyday over the holiday periods.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £5.00
- Adult (17-18+) : £7.00
- Babies and Toddlers (0-3) : Free
Low-income tickets £5 for adults, children £3.
Carers free.
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
Cafe serves a range of hot and cold drinks including Magic Mocktail Experience
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Contact Details
Discovering42
Narisa Hall
Priory Road
Bodmin
Cornwall
PL31 2AE
England
Discovering42 is a little tricky to find as it is located within Priory Park and cannot be seen from the road. Easy to see from Priory Carpark with 1 min walk.
Tel: 07505491357
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
Easy access to the Camel Trail, Bodmin Steam Railway and Bus Stop. Best to park in Priory Carpark
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