Battle of the Bangs

The ultimate fiery demonstration? YOU DECIDE!

40 years of discovery at Techniquest has led us to one all-important question: which of our fiery exploding demos is the best?!

Our Battle of the Bands-inspired science tournament will see our most epic booms and fireballs go head-to-head. Will Hydrogen Balloon reign supreme? Will Sodium Metal make the crowd roar? There’s only one way to find out.

Vote for your favourites during the live show and help us crown the ultimate winner of Battle of the Bangs!

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• Age guidance: 5+

  Aimed at children aged 5+ but everyone is welcome. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult.

• Content warning

  There are multiple loud bangs during this show. Ear defenders will be available to those who would like them, and plenty of warnings will be given before the bangs.

• Accessibility

  There is space for two wheelchairs (please select a wheelchair ticket when booking). Our Science Theatre is an enclosed area, but you can leave if you’d like to. Ear defenders are available on request. Sensory bags are available from the ticket desk (£20 refundable deposit, subject to availability).

• Tickets

  Our live science shows are free of charge and we operate a first-come, first-served queue on the day. Want to secure your seat? You can book our guaranteed access spaces for just £1 per person (subject to availability and capacity).

  Please note that every show ticket must be booked in conjunction with a valid admissions ticket.