Europe’s longest-running science festival comes to Southampton this 16 – 20 September. All 80 plus events at the British Science Festival are FREE to attend – and Isle of Wight residents can now book their travel at a 45% discount from Red Funnel.

Why would a robot go to church?  What happens at an autopsy? How can we better communicate with dogs? And what will AI’s role be in our future?  Expect fascinating new research, debate and performances exploring these questions and more at the 195th British Science Festival.

To book your discounted ferry tickets, use this link from Red Funnel.

Events will take place across the university’s campus and city centre venues, including top cultural attractions such as the Mayflower Studios, John Hansard Gallery, and Turner Sims.

From comedy shows to art installations, dynamic performances to hands-on workshops, insightful talks to interactive experiences, the British Science Festival programme is free and has something for everyone.

The programme covers a huge range of subjects that encompass science in the broadest sense, and champions initiatives that blend the sciences and arts.

For bookings made between Wednesday 16 September and Sunday 20 September, Red Funnel are offering an Adult Foot Passenger Day Return for £14, with children at £7.

A Foot Passenger Period Return is £23/£11.50.

A 15% discount is available for Vehicle Ferry Travel.