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Access
Catalyst has been designed with all visitors in mind, with ramped access to the building, level access to all areas, a lift to all floors and accessible cafe, shop and toilet facilities including a Changing Places facility.
Resources and information
We have a range of resources available to download or borrow that might support you on your visit.
Visual Story
We have created a visual story that will help you plan your visit and understand what activities and facilities are available. You can download the Catalyst Visual Story
here
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Click
here
for detailed access information
Our museum also has
a page on Euan’s Guide
, “the trusted disabled access charity working to make it easier, safer and more rewarding for disabled people and their families, friends and carers to discover accessible places.”
Sensory bags and Ear Defenders
Sensory bags can be borrowed from the Visitor Services Team at Reception. These might support younger visitors with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). They contain resources and items such as:
a selection of ‘fidget’ toys
sand timer
laser specs
stretchy toy
card to hand to reception if you’d like to utilise a quiet space in our centre
Ear defenders are also available to borrow. Please just ask a member of the team if you would like to borrow a set.
Please ask a member of staff if you would like to see the bag and borrow one. We only have a limited number of resources so if you’d like to reserve one before you visit then please email VisitorServices@catalyst.org.uk and they can put one aside for you.
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4th Mar -


15th Jul
Little Wonders
Wednesdays 9.15am – 10.30am Every Wednesday during term time (March to July 2026), join us for an educational morning filled with hands-on sensory learning, interacti...
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5th Mar -


16th Jul
Breakfast & Brew
Thursdays 10am – 12pm Catalyst invites over 50s to join us for breakfast on Thursdays, 10am -12pm, at our NEW Breakfast and Brew Club! These mornings will run in term...
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18th Apr -


17th May
Operation Earth – Weekend Workshops
Visit Catalyst at weekends between 18th April and 17th May for a chance to see our Operation Earth Show!                                Come along to our family show and to...
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18th Apr -


17th May
Bee Discovery – Weekend Workshops
Visit Catalyst at weekends between 18th April and 17th May for a chance to join our hands-on workshop. Come and learn about one of nature’s best scientists – th...
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25th Apr
City Nature Challenge
On 25th April 2026 we will be joining forces with the Mersey Gateway Environmental Trust (MGET) to take part in the City Nature Challenge (CNC) City Nature Challenge is an ...
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1st May -


31st Jul
Community Pricing!
Throughout the months of May, June and July 2026 we will be supporting our local community with a special community entry price of just £5 per person! Proof of address (i.e...
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21st May
Quiet Hours at Catalyst May 2026
With thanks to National Lottery players, we are continuing our Quiet Hours series. We’ve listened to your feedback and are excited to offer a Quiet Hours visit in the...
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23rd May -


31st May
Towering Tetrahedrons
Visit during half term from 23rd to 31st May to take part in our room filling tetrahedron challenge! Explore the strongest shape in more depth! Using nothing but sticks and...
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Mersey Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 0DF.
Catalyst has a large free car park.
If you are coming over the Mersey Gateway Bridge or the Silver Jubilee Bridge, please don't forget to pay your toll within 24 hours. This can be done online at www.merseyflow.co.uk
0151 420 1121
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