Winter Lights at Life Science Centre

Friday 4 December 2026 · 10am to 5pm · Life Science Centre, Times Square, Newcastle upon Tyne.

A child fascinated by lights on a winter walk can look at how they work indoors. Life offers three workshop choices. Younger learners can investigate light and make a decoration. The middle group builds circuits and makes a torch. The older group experiments with reactions that produce a glow.

Match the session to the child

The recommended ages are 5–7, 7–11 and 11+. Life lists minimum ages against each individual session. Under-11s need a parent or carer alongside them, and an older participant’s adult needs to remain in the centre. Ask about arrangements for siblings before reserving a workshop.

At the November listing check, the combined workshop and centre visit was £12.50 per participating child with one accompanying adult included. Extra adults and children visiting the centre without a workshop have separate admission arrangements. Read Life’s event details and check tickets.