Get on board for a fun-filled May half term at the Science and Industry Museum.

From mini steam railway rides to hands-on engineering challenges, the museum is packed with activities inspired by power, play and invention.

Hop aboard the Mini Railway (23 May–7 June, excluding 30–31 May) for a journey through the museum’s historic Upper Yard. Tickets are £4, with under 1s riding free.

Join Drumroots for free drop-in music sessions and performances inspired by the sounds of industry (23–31 May at 10.45, 11.45, 12.45 and 14.15), or get stuck into Balancing Machines — playful engineering challenges exploring motion and mechanics running daily from 10.00–16.00.

Families can also relax in the free Planting Stories garden with traditional outdoor games and seating areas. And from 5–7 June, visitors can snap a selfie with real early 20th century traction engines in a special pop-up display.

Plus, enjoy all the usual family favourites across the museum’s free galleries and exhibitions. Always a brilliant family day out, there’s plenty to keep curious minds busy this half term.