STEAM Club

Calendar Icon Sun 19 Jan 2025 - Sun 16 Mar 2025
Clock 11:00 - 15:30
Tag £7
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Calling all 11-16 year olds! Join the National Coal Mining Museum for the hands-on monthly STEAM Club and enjoy a creative twist on your STEM subjects using authentic materials to explore the skills behind mining.


Sunday 19 January: Powering the Nation – Turbines


Explore renewable and non-renewable energies, whilst putting your creative skills to the test to build a working wind turbine.


Sunday 16 February: First Aid Underground


Discover the vital role of the pit nurse in this hands-on workshop, where you’ll learn to identify and treat infections by creating your own antibacterial ointment. Master essential first aid skills and discover how to stop bleeding and bandage application.


Sunday 16 March: Gas Tests


In this workshop, we will explore why gas testing is crucial in underground environments and learn about the methods used for gas testing. You’ll use scientific equipment to detect and identify various gases, ensuring safety in confined spaces.


(Please note children must be accompanied by an adult – adults do not need to book.)


Venue opening hours

Monday : Closed

Tuesday : Closed

Wednesday : 9:45 am - 5:00 pm

Thursday : 9:45 am - 5:00 pm

Friday : 9:45 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday : 9:45 am - 5:00 pm

Sunday : 9:45 am - 5:00 pm

    Access facilities

  • Accessible Car Parking
  • Accessible Toilet
  • Assistance Dogs Welcome
  • Baby Changing Facilities
  • Guide Dogs Welcome
  • Wheelchair Accessible

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STEAM Club

16th February 2025
11:00 - 12:30
16th February 2025
14:00 - 15:30
16th March 2025
11:00 - 12:30
16th March 2025
14:00 - 15:30

Venue Details

Find us at

New Road, Wakefield, WF4 4RH

Phone

01924848806

Email

info@ncm.org.uk