Sidmouth Science Festival

02/09/2026

She made an impact both locally and at a national level

29/08/2026

Look out for the festival flyer in information centres, libraries and other venues. 🎉 Full event details are now on our website and bookings, where required, open next week.
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28/08/2026

Check out our website for all the festival events and talks. 🔬🔭🥼⚡️🔥🚀🔍🧲
www.sidmouthsciencefestival.org

11/08/2026

Don't miss the partial solar eclipse and perseid meteor shower at the Norman Lockyer Observatory in Sidmouth Wednesday 12 August from 5pm.
Entrance charges apply. ☄️🌑☀️🔭📡
Further information-
https://normanlockyer.com/partial-solar-eclipse-and-the-perseid-meteor-shower/
Norman Lockyer Observatory

14/07/2026

14/07/2026

The next Sidmouth Cafe Scientifique will take place on Tuesday 21st July 3.00pm at Kennaway House.
Dr Martin Stevens, Research Fellow, University of Leeds will give a talk entitled Work is about 70% Good for my Wellbeing. He will explore how wellbeing is affected by work for people with arthritis.
Everybody welcome booking not required. There is a £2.50 entrance charge which includes a hot drink.
https://www.sidmouthsciencefestival.org/events/cafe-scientifique-work-is-about-70-good-for-my-wellbeing-exploring-how-wellbeing-is-affected-by-work-for-people-with-arthritis

15/06/2026

Don't forget tomorrow's Cafe Scientifique! 🥳
How do different generations feel about the climate crisis? Does climate anxiety affect younger people more? And what helps us move from worry to hope and action?
Join us in the Cellar Bar, Kennaway House at 3.00pm on Tuesday 16 June for Building Climate Hope Across the Generations, a fascinating talk by Professor Juliet Carlisle from the University of Exeter and the University of Utah.
Why do different generations feel differently about the climate crisis? What role do emotions such as anxiety, hope and responsibility play? And how can communities help people feel empowered to take action?
Entrance £2.50 including a hot drink. Everyone is welcome – we look forward to seeing you there!
https://www.sidmouthsciencefestival.org/events/cafe-scientifique-building-climate-hope

10/06/2026

The next Sidmouth Cafe Scientifique will take place on Tuesday 16th June at 3.00pm in the Cellar Bar Kennaway House.
Professor Juliet Carlisle from the University of Exeter and University of Utah will give a talk entitled Building Climate Hope Across the Generations.
Juliet explains that her project explores climate-related emotions,such as anxiety, hope, and a sense of collective responsibility, as well as how different generations think about who is responsible for the current crisis. As part of the study, she is examining whether millennials and younger people worry more about environmental change, who they blame and how they cope with those feelings.
Ultimately, the goal is to understand whether different generations hold distinct “climate identities,” and what that means for public engagement and meaningful climate action.
Everyone is welcome to the presentation and discussion there is no need to book. Entrance costs £2.50 which includes a hot drink.
https://www.sidmouthsciencefestival.org/events/cafe-scientifique-building-climate-hope

19/05/2026

Did you have a go on our reaction tester at Sidmouth Sea Fest on Saturday? Can you spot your name and speed on our results list! Hope you enjoyed it we'd love to see you again at Sidmouth Science Festival 9-18 October. 🎉🔍🚀💡🧲
https://www.sidmouthsciencefestival.org/

16/05/2026

Thanks to everyone who visited us today at Sidmouth Sea Fest despite the challenging weather! It was great to watch people having a go on our reaction testing machine. Hope to see you all again at the Sidmouth Science Festival 9-18 October.
Many thanks to all the organisers of Sea Fest it's a great community event. 🎉🙌💃
Sidmouth Sea Fest
https://www.sidmouthsciencefestival.org/