THE UK’s biggest, cheekiest,
most inspiring science show
featured on CBBC’s blue peter, perfect for 5-14yrs
BOOK TICKETS
TUE 26 MAY 2026
11.30aM & 3PM
Running time 1hr 45m incl interval
Tickets from £21
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Looking for an hilarious, unforgettable family show in Barnstaple this May half term?
Brace yourselves for BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ revolutionary, high-tech, highly-explosive new show, packed with outrageous science stunts and perfect for ages 5-14...and badly-behaved grown-ups.
On the surface it’s a riot of disgusting experiments built to delight young audiences but under the bonnet it’s a brilliantly-constructed curriculum-driven adventure designed to inspire Britain’s kids with a lasting fascination for science.
Expect enormous bottoms, f*rt machines, snot cocktails, vast whoopee cushions, pee-powered fireworks and ear-wax-oozing mannequins in this celebration fascinating bodily science.
Stefan Gates is an award-winning presenter of 20 TV series, and a STEM author of 12 books.
“Stellar” “Absolutely loved it” “AWESOME” “We had the best time, kids and adults!!”“100% recommend”“AMAZING” “So much fun and we were all learning loads” “Thrilled” “Very funny” “Lots of action and laughter” “Funny, gross education for everyone” “Such a great time”
FAQs
RECOMMENDED AGES?
Ages 5-14 (and adults will have a blast, too). Younger children are welcome, but bear in mind that there’s a lot of sensory stimulation (and lots of revolting science). See below.
IS IT EDUCATIONAL?
Yes - it’s curriculum-driven and hugely educational, making complex biology, physics and chemistry visual and entertaining. It also tackles body-shame and embarrassment about bodily functions. And yes, we do discuss fart acoustics, pee chemistry, snot biology and bum anatomy.
HOW LONG IS THE SHOW?
1hr 45mins including a 20min interval
SHOW WARNINGS
Loud bangs, whole-audience shouting, audience participation, latex balloons, stage fog, edible samples.
WILL ADULTS ENJOY IT?
Without question. You WILL join in the screaming and laughter, sit with hands over your eyes and learn a vast amount about the science that nobody ever talks about.
IS IT SUITABLE FOR SEND/AUTISTIC CHILDREN?
Lots of neurodivergent children and adults come along to the show and love it, but bear in mind the show warnings above.
