1. North West
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About Science and Industry Museum

A delectable mix of science, industry and history makes the Science and Industry Museum an exciting and educational day out for kids and adults alike!

Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You at Science and Industry Museum

Get ready for a gross (but great!) adventure at Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You in Manchester. Based on the hit CBBC show, this hands-on exhibition lets kids dig into the wonders of the human body – from snot and sneezes to memory and reflexes. Science has never been so much fun!

Discover Manchester’s journey through the industrial revolution era right through to the present day, all brought to life through interactive exhibitions, lively shows, daily demonstrations and passionate, engaging and informed staff. Children can conduct their own experiments and witness science come to life before their own eyes, plus there are plenty of resources available for the younger ones aged 0-4.

Our Favourite Activity:

Conducting our very own experiments! We felt like real scientists!

Activities for Younger Children

Got younger kids? Don't worry, the Science and Industry Museum has plenty of activities and resources availabke for kids aged 0-4 to get stuck into!

Live Shows and Demonstrations

Enjoy live shows and daily demonstrations that bring everything from the Industrial Revolution to the big science questions of life.

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Facilities

  • Toilets iconToilets
  • Gift Shop iconGift Shop
  • Food Available iconFood Available
  • Wheelchair Friendly iconWheelchair Friendly
  • Wheelchair Hire iconWheelchair Hire
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Opening Times

Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
Closed 24th-26th December, 1st January

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Pricing & Tickets

Free admission
Donation Recommended: £5.00

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Plan Your Visit

Stopwatch IconTypical visit time 1 - 2 hours

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Contact Details

Liverpool Road, Castlefield
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M3 4FP
England

Tel: 0161 832 2244

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