The Voyage of Discovery Research Fair opens up the University of Plymouth Main Hall for a full day of free, hands-on research, live demonstrations and conversations with the scientists, engineers, artists and researchers doing world-class work right here in Plymouth.

Explore marine science, digital technology, environmental research, architecture, the arts and much more, brought to life across 16 hands-on stalls designed for curious people of all ages. Whether you are eight or eighty, a scientist yourself or someone who has never set foot in a university, this is a day built for you.

Head to the Main Hall for our live stage shows, running throughout the day. Meet a brand new robot in Jake and The Humanoid, and help decide what it should be called, then stick around for Pyromania, a spectacular science show exploring the chemistry and physics of things that go bang. Next door, step into the Immersive Vision Theatre for an immersive 360-degree film, or catch live magic in the foyer as researchers reveal the psychology behind the tricks.

There's a dedicated Quiet Hour from 9.30 to 10.30am for anyone who would prefer a calmer, less crowded start, before the fair opens to everyone from 10.30am.

The whole campus is open for the day as part of our open day, so Cafes across campus will be open throughout if you fancy refreshments or just need to sit down for a while.

Talk to researchers about their work. Ask the questions you have always wanted to ask. Get your hands on the science. Find out how research into our oceans, our cities, our climate and our communities is shaping the world we all live in.

The Research Fair follows the flagship European Researchers' Night on Friday 25 September, with events taking place across Plymouth at The Box, Market Hall Devonport, Plymouth city centre and more. Saturday is your chance to come to the heart of it all.

Free entry. All ages welcome. Booking essential to guarantee your place.