The Explorium!

Everyday throughout the Festival, The Forum's Atrium and an outdoor heated marquee on Millennium Plain are transformed in The Explorium - an exciting and vibrant place to get stuck into some hands-on science!

Explore the incredible research happening right here in Norwich, learn about the wonders of local wildlife, or test your own scientific skills in free, hands-on activities, challenges and games from our exhibitors!

Exhibitors change every day.

Free, drop-in

The Forum

Recommended for all ages

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Access Information

For information regarding accessibility and facilities at The Forum, please visit https://theforumnorwich.co.uk/visit-us/plan-your-visit/accessibility.

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Brand new for 2025 - Explorium Zones!

This year, The Explorium has a brand-new look, and is divided into three new interactive zones:

Create Zone

Embrace your creativity and explore the many connections between science and the arts.

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Discover Zone

How do planes take off? What exactly is an owl pellet? Discover the answers to all of your scientific questions!

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Experiment Zone

Take on the role of a scientist and have a go at a host of fantastic experiments, tests, challenges and games!

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The Explorium Marquee

The hands-on science fun continues in The Explorium Marquee, outside The Forum on Millennium Plain! Don't miss even more free activities from our exhibitors.

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SEND Sessions in The Explorium Marquee

For a calmer, less busy experience, book onto our SEND sessions in The Explorium Marquee. Booking for theses sessions will open in January 2025.