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New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Short Break

The science of deep time in the Brecon Beacons: Wales

Explore the concept of deep time with engaging talks and walking seminars as you discover stunning landscapes of South Wales.

1 September 2025

3 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Short Break

The science history of Scotland: The Enlightenment and beyond

Discover Edinburgh and Glasgow's most famous scientific thinkers, visit key sites from the Enlightenment and enjoy seminars, walks and museums.

4 September 2025

5 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Walking Tour

Human origins and gentle walking in prehistoric south-west England

A walking tour to immerse yourself in Neolithic, Bronze Age and Iron Age Wiltshire and Dorset, including Cerne Abbas, Avebury and Stonehenge.

14 July 2025

5 days

Jodrell Bank with Lovell telescope

Weekender

Mysteries of the universe: Cheshire, England

An unforgettable weekend delving into the mysteries of the universe, including a visit to the iconic Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank.

27 June 2025

3 days

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, built by Thomas Telford, and a World Heritage Site, reflecting in the River Dee, with people walking across, near Llangollen, County Borough of Wrexham, Wales, UK

Tour

The science of the waterways: England and Wales

Explore the science of the waterways of England and Wales while visiting six of the seven wonders of the UK's waterways.

28 June 2025

7 days

Llanberis, Snowdonia, Wales

Tour

Retracing Charles Darwin’s travels across north Wales

Immerse yourself in the life of Charles Darwin, seeing the areas of Wales he visited before embarking on his famous journey to the Galapagos Islands. Discover the fascinating geology of Wales on a small group tour with a Darwin expert.

1 September 2025

6 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Weekender

The art and science of writing science fiction course: England

Immerse yourself in the world of science fiction and explore how the experts write whilst learning to craft your own captivating sci-fi tales.

14 November 2025

3 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Tour

Canals and the Industrial Revolution: England

Uncover the captivating history of the Birmingham Canal Navigation, which fuelled the industrial revolution and transformed the local economy. 

22 June 2025

7 days

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