Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum

Catalyst Mission Statement Catalyst’s mission is to inform, educate and inspire the widest audience about the relevance of chemistry, through: ~ our unique offerings and hands-on experiences ~ our rich industrial heritage archives ~ our strong links to the local area Catalyst’s Vision Statement To be a premier visitor attraction, recognised as the best Science Discovery Centre dedicated to chemistry and a unique Museum of the chemical heritage of NW England. Activities include: Accredited Museum; Hands on Interactive exhibits, workshops and activities; Education offer, Cafe; Gift Shop; Theatre, Conferencing; Corporate events/team builds, Overnight stays for uniformed groups, Science Birthday Parties, Heritage Afternoon teas.

Dementia Cafe - Monthly

The sessions are usually held on the first Sunday of each month at 3pm | Free

Our Dementia Café is held every month in the café at Catalyst Science Discovery Centre
and Museum.
The session offers attendees and their carers a place to socialize with someone who
understands, in a relaxed and interesting setting.
The sessions are usually held on the first Sunday of each month at 3pm.
(Please note: January’s session will be held on Sunday 8th January).
No need to book—this is a drop in session.
Refreshments are available to purchase.

Mind Lab

Sessions are held approximately 3 times a year. | Free

Mindlab is open to all adults in Halton who are struggling with a mental health issue. It is an opportunity for people to meet other people in a joint counselling session – the topics are Managing Emotions, Resilience and Managing Anxiety. We then take participants into our lab and let them try some fully guided science experiments!

Participants are met in our café area by one of our team and a counsellor from Mind. The group session is held in our lovely Gossage Room in the museum and then participants take part in the interesting science session that relates to the theme of the programme.

Due to numbers this is currently set at a science session at the end of the programme but when we have a larger group, we like to provide this opportunity after each session.

Limited places available, call 01928 563612 or email MIND Halton to secure your place

Men's Shed Group Talks

Thursday | Paid

Men’s Shed Group Talks are for men to discuss a variety of topics that can help improve their health and wellbeing. Discussions are impartial, independent, non-judgmental and non-discriminatory. Introductory sessions are being held on Thursday 21st September and Thursday 5th October at 11-2pm.

The group is open to men aged 18 and over from Halton and surrounding areas. Subs will be £3 per session and includes tea/coffee and biscuits. Any money over will be spent on activities for the group. As this is a new group, new ideas for group activities such a trips, photography, art, joinery, learning a new instrument, job application tips are welcome!

For an informal chat and to find out more or to book your place please contact Colin on 07910 926595 or email chorley21658@gmail.com