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All Things Rockets
Coleford

Wednesday, 19 February 2025 10:00am to 2:30pm

Address

The Main Place
Old Station Way
Coleford
Gloucestershire
GL16 8RH

Accessibility features

  • Access for Wheelchair UsersAccess for Wheelchair Users
  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible toilet
  • Autism Friendly
  • Drop-off Point
  • Family Friendly
  • Hidden Disabilities Awareness
  • PA/Carer Free Entry
  • Quiet Space
Join Bloodhound Education for the  Of Course We Can event; All About Rockets.Try something new, expand your knowledge, and meet new friends whilst having fun. Attendees can take part in practical activities linked to the Bloodhound 1,000mph car, exploring science and engineering in a safe and supportive environment.
Date: Wednesday 19th February 2025
Air-powered Rocket Cars: 10am – 12noon
Indoor Rockets: 12:30pm – 2:30pm (you can book and attend both sessions if you would like to attend for a full day)

Where: The Main Place, Old Station Way, Coleford GL16 8RH
Air Powered Rockets Workshop – Learn about the jet engine and rocket technology in the Bloodhound 1,000mph Car. Design and build your own rocket car and race it to see the results.
Indoor Rockets- Design and launch a paper rocket to see how far it will travel.This inclusive event is aimed at disabled/neurodivergent children and young people (and their siblings) aged 7 – 25, who welcome a quieter environment with smaller groups and enjoy focusing on S.T.E.M based activities. There will be opportunities to stretch and challenge children and young adults as appropriate. Children under 10 years old need to be accompanied by an adult.Cost: £5 per child per session (accompanying adults are free)No previous experience is required and support can be given to ensure all those attending can be successful in the activities. Participants can work at their own pace and take time out in the quiet area and sensory area as required. Chat with us before booking to let us know about your child’s needs, and we can make sure that the session is likely to be a good fit for your child.

For those joining both the morning and afternoon sessions, please bring a packed lunch.

To find out more, discuss your child’s needs, and book a place: Contact Kirsty on 0208 150 3767  or email accounts@bloodhoundeducation.com

This event is part of the Of Course We Can programme and is supported by Active Impact and Gloucestershire County Council, as part of their delivery of Short Breaks in Gloucestershire for disabled children and young people.

Make a paper rocketImage of a boy testing a rocketRocket Car made out of K'nexTeddy on a rocket

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