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February half-term: Science Spectacular
Thank you for joining us this February half-term! We explored the weird and wonderful worlds of science and technology, and how they can help us build a better future. Packed with explosive science shows, amazing experiments and genius inventions.
What's more, kids went free* for the week! See further details below.
Please note that entry to the Eden Project is not guaranteed without an advanced booking, unless you are a Member or Patron. Visitors to Eden are strongly encouraged to pre-book a time slot in advance of each visit, including Passholders, and those who can visit for free.
Half-term fun at the Eden Project
![Two children pulling rope connected to large toy cars](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-8.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=SUpYsBUC)
![Girl and boy pulling rope in tug of war](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-2.jpg?h=3e6a87a8&itok=ht21_loO)
![Boy standing outside pulling a face after eating a dried insect](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-1.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=HQLYWfT6)
![Mother holding young daughter and pointing at tree in Rainforest Biome at Eden Project](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2021-05/Eden%20Reopen31.jpg?h=1daf7817&itok=Bz3b99pV)
![Giant squirrel invention with engineers Kate and Shawn from Kids Invent Stuff pointing at the creation](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2024-02/kids-invent-stuff-squirrel-science-spectacular-feb-half-term-eden-project.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=6XSZ9dF8)
![Boy on a modified bike cycling hard to make a blender work](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2024-02/science-show-feb-half-term-eden-project.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=VbhxUUAQ)
![Lady holding large drum firing air to knock over paper cups](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-5.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=MOdcwDc2)
![Mother crouching down with young child smiling in outdoor playground](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-7.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=LrAQqf3z)
![Mother and child sitting watching a show with engaged expressions](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-3.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=f3kxpUSr)
![Young girl rubbing balloon on her head to create static](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-10.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=ibckLfYI)
![Mother, father and daughter laughing and playing in Babbling Brook, the water course part of our new adventure play area](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2023-07/EDEN%20Summer%2023%20previews-11.jpg?h=fc8670fd&itok=EL0kEr5u)
![Scientist woman holding balloon and man holding large drum](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-12.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=T2Dw5tLl)
![Scientist reacting to a bowl of fire in a science show at the Eden Project](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_media_small/public/2024-02/ministry-of-science-fire-science-spectacular-feb-half-term-eden-project.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=x3sqILHQ)
![Scientist woman holding balloon and man holding large drum](/sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-12.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=EQLz5XYj 375w, /sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_medium/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-12.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=R5tnvfWZ 570w, /sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_large/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-12.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=22RBTG4f 730w, /sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_x_large/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-12.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=44ZWmemP 860w)
Ministry of Science live shows
When: Daily, 11.30am, 1pm and 3pm (10-18 February)
Location: Med Biome
The UK’s favourite science team are back at Eden and more explosive than ever. Join the Ministry of Science in the Mediterranean Biome as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in, with a few loud bangs along the way!
![Man and woman posing next to crocodile toy](/sites/default/files/styles/25_17_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-6.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=KjKBldEw 500w, /sites/default/files/styles/25_17_media_large/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-6.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=F4grXSo9 1000w)
Kids Invent Stuff exhibition
When: 10-18 February
Location: Med Terrace
Kids Invent Stuff, the popular YouTube channel that brings kids’ inventions to life, are bringing some of their greatest creations to Eden. Check out their slime launching robot, seed shooting carrot car and Maria Croc-bot the lawn mowing crocodile.
Engineers Ruth and Shawn are preparing for their 100th invention so don’t forget to submit your design at our Idea Station.
![Young boy holding petri dishes with specimens inside next to microscope](/sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-9.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=9uq0OpIH 375w, /sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_medium/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-9.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=IFpHRP4e 570w, /sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_large/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-9.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=D1yUiLVH 730w, /sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_x_large/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-9.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=9E1Y2xF0 860w)
Discovery Zone
Discover a range of drop-in experiments and demonstrations that explore ways we can make, eat and travel more sustainably. Try your hand at making new materials, taste a salt and vinegar cricket or test the laws of physics in our friction challenge.
![A girl taking part in a science experiment cycling on a bike](/sites/default/files/styles/25_17_media_small/public/2024-02/girl-on-bike-science-spectacular-feb-half-term-eden-project.jpg?h=2b199f78&itok=YRGRBvAz 500w, /sites/default/files/styles/25_17_media_large/public/2024-02/girl-on-bike-science-spectacular-feb-half-term-eden-project.jpg?h=2b199f78&itok=529EFhSs 1000w)
Kids go Free for February half-term at Eden
We're extending our usual free entry for children under five to all children aged 16 or under as part of our February half-term programme, every adult visitor can bring one child for free!
To take advantage of this offer, please pre-book your admission for the full party via the booking links at the top of the page.
This offer is valid for a single entry to Eden only for one child aged 5-16. If you're planning on bringing more than one child aged between 5-16 per adult, you'll need to ensure that any additional children have a valid form of admission.
Please note, this offer excludes tickets to February half-term workshops and ice skating sessions, for which additional charges apply and must be pre-booked in advance.
Please read our full FAQs and T&Cs for this offer.
![Man and woman in lab coats posing next to orb lamp](/sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_small/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-11.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=GOUUPZZL 375w, /sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_medium/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-11.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=mUXTfWoJ 570w, /sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_large/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-11.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=zYw6yfsA 730w, /sites/default/files/styles/12_11_media_x_large/public/2024-02/Eden%20Feb%20Half%20Term%20Previews-11.jpg?h=1a8590bc&itok=K3sEhewh 860w)
Ministry of Science workshops
SOLD OUT
When: 10.30am and 2pm (10-18 February)
Location: Tipis
Join the Ministry of Science for an interactive workshop that will leave you inspired by the wonders of science!
An additional charge of £1 applies per ticket. Children's tickets can only be booked with an accompanying adult ticket. Max 4 children per adult. Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance. Each session lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Please note, these workshops have now sold out. There's still plenty of fun to be had! Don't miss the explosive live science shows with Ministry of Science, the weird and wonderful Kids Invent Stuff exhibition, and discover a range of drop-in experiments and demonstrations at Discovery Zone.
![Boy rubbing a balloon on his hair to create static electricity](/sites/default/files/styles/25_17_media_small/public/2024-02/boy-with-balloon-creating-static-electricity-science-spectacular-feb-half-term-eden-project.jpg?h=50213d52&itok=8fKkDuis 500w, /sites/default/files/styles/25_17_media_large/public/2024-02/boy-with-balloon-creating-static-electricity-science-spectacular-feb-half-term-eden-project.jpg?h=50213d52&itok=Mvvjsx28 1000w)
Ministry of Science relaxed workshops
SOLD OUT
When: 10.30am and 2pm (Tuesday 13 and Saturday 17 February)
Location: Tipis
We're offering relaxed sessions for those who’d benefit from an environment with fewer people, and more chance to explore at your own pace. Relaxed sessions are open to all but are designed with those with autism, sensory or communication needs in mind.
During the relaxed session, we will ensure there are no loud or sudden noises and no flashing lights. We will also be operating at a reduced capacity.
An additional charge of £1 applies per ticket. Children's tickets can only be booked with an accompanying adult ticket. Max 4 children per adult. Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance. Each session lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Please note, these workshops have now sold out. There's still plenty of fun to be had! Don't miss the explosive live science shows with Ministry of Science, the weird and wonderful Kids Invent Stuff exhibition, and discover a range of drop-in experiments and demonstrations at Discovery Zone.