What’s on at NRM York
Science Week
Experience science and technology brought to life amidst the railways.
- Date:
- 12 March, 19-20 March
- Price:
- Admission FREE (* a charge applies for some activities)
- Audience:
- Suitable for all ages
- Type:
- Family activities
Engage the brain for family fun that ties in with National Science & Engineering Week.
19-20 March: Record Breakers
On your marks... get set... GO! Explore the world of the fast and the glamorous at our Record Breakers event. Get up close to the full-size model of BLOODHOUND, the impressive Super Sonic Car (SSC) attempting to beat the World Land Speed Record by reaching 1000mph next year – that’s equivalent to over four football pitches every second! Meet the BLOODHOUND Ambassadors to learn more about this amazing vehicle and make your own speedy car.
Plus climb onboard some of our locomotives with free cab access and find out how our vehicles are built for speed and what makes them travel fast.
Just announced! We'll also have a Bloodhound simulator in the Museum – experience the thrill of travelling at 1,000mph! See how it works in this video.
WIN! Grab your chance to get your name travelling at 1,000mph in our BLOODHOUND SSC Competition
19-20 March: more activities
Segway rides*
Take to our train-themed track on a futuristic Segway at Exhilaration Station.
Museum trail
Solve the clues for your chance to win a Toy Story 3 electric train set. Download the trail sheet or pick one up at the Museum entrance.
Adventure playground
Let off steam on our slides and climbing frames.
Simulator*
Experience breathtaking rides on our rocking and rolling Simulator.
Science shows and storytelling
Enjoy our science extravaganza, From Rocket To Bullet. Plus spellbinding storytelling sessions for little ones.
Image: BLOODHOUND SSC modelled in NX, Siemens, imaging by Curventa.
