The Strathpeffer Community Centre held the highly anticipated Science Fair on Saturday, September 14th September. This year it exceeded all expectations. Over 600 children, families and adults attended, triple the amount of last year’s Fair. The event was an overwhelming success packed with interactive exhibits and educational fun for all ages.

There was a diverse range of exhibits and stands for visitors, creating an atmosphere of wonder and discovery. Among the highlights were:

1. Cosmos Planetarium: This included shows for all ages in the planetarium as well as the opportunity to experience Virtual Reality Headsets, dress up in space suits and rocket workshops.   2. Highlands Astronomical Society: Enthusiastic astronomers shared their celestial insights with creative workhops.  3. T-exchange Moray Firth Makerspace: Amazing 3-D printing and a creative space for makers and inventors. 4. Science Skills Academy: Super Sphero robots and land yachts 5. The Highland Museum of Childhood : Demonstrating the science of Strathpeffer Spa and why peat baths were used. 7. Highlands Geological Society: Dinosaur dung being a main attraction for all and rock detectives. 8. Station Trading and Highland Council: Explored recycling processes and reducing waste. 9. SSEN: Exploration of transmission and renewables. 

The undoubted highlight was the planetarium star dome, an immersive experience through the cosmos and all shows sold out quickly with such a high demand. Rockets were launched in the outside area and the virtual reality headsets were a definite success.

The Science Fair’s success was made possible through the generous funding provided by the Institute of Physics (Scotland). The Strathpeffer Community Centre organised the event and was supported by many extremely hardworking volunteers to make the Science Fair such an amazing event.

Children had the opportunity to participate in quiz competitions for both under eights and older children, making learning a fun and engaging experience for all.

The popular community café was set up, providing a space for everyone to unwind and enjoy refreshments, adding to the day's overall comfort and enjoyment.

There was a definite buzz in the air at the Science Fair was nothing short of electric, with families and children engaging in the multitude of activities and exhibits. It was a day filled with laughter, learning, and exploration as people travelled from across he Highlands to attend.

Comments from attendees about what they would remember about the event included :

“The kids had a wonderful time”