Royal Institution

A picture of yellow flags flying at the front of the Royal Institution A picture of yellow flags flying at the front of the Royal Institution
Photo by me. I tried to be artistic, I failed.

A charitable organisation that has been hosting scientific lectures for over 200 years, most famously the annual Christmas Lecture for families, broadcast on television.

There’s a museum in the basement dedicated to Michael Faraday. It is interesting but small - really something to do on the way to a talk.

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Talks

Things scientists don't know yet (family)

Author Peter Gallivan talks about big mysteries like how the universe might end, why we dream and odd things like why there are so many beetles. He shares how scientists work, using his new book as a guide, with help from demos that make tricky ideas easier to understand.

£16.00

Science

Seeing sound

Physicist Rachel Edwards shares how engineers use sound to spot hidden problems in things like rollercoasters, and how new technology could let us see sound moving through structures.

£16.00

Science Technology

WiFi Wars Christmas bash 2025

Steve McNeil and Rob Sedgebeer use their special tech to let everyone join in huge gaming challenges on their phones or tablets for festive fun.

£16.00

Technology

Chemistry of a candle

Watch live demonstrations showing how a simple candle works, with easy-to-follow explanations about the science behind flames, wax and air.

£16.00

Science