Public Engagement

FUTURES

FUTURES is a free festival of discovery which takes place in the South West across venues in Bath, Bristol, Cornwall, Devon, Exeter and Plymouth throughout September and October. The festival is a unique opportunity to find out more about the innovative and world-class research taking place at universities across the South West.

 

2024 Events Showcase

Pop-Up Curiosity Shop of Science and Culture

Over 650 people attended the Pop-Up Shop over the weekend of the 28th and 29th of September, 2024. The event was held in Princesshay Shopping Centre in Exeter city centre. 

Image credit: Ben Knight

Pop Up Shops

Our FUTURES Pop Up Curiosity Shop invites visitors to let their imaginations run wild and embrace extraordinary new ideas! The 2024 shop was hosted in Princesshay, at the heart of Exeter and included a range of workshops, talks, and interactive activities.

Walkie Talkies

Hit the streets with our team of experts to explore the local area in a fun and fascinating way. Join one of our Walkie Talkie excursions, led by academics at University of Exeter, to find out for yourself where the magic happens!

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Researchers in Churches

A new way for researchers to connect with their local communities! As part of FUTURES 2024, researchers from across the South West met at St Mary's Church in Totnes to explore gardening in the face of climate change.

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Researchers in Schools

Bringing the expertise of University professionals into schools, these events look to inspire new generations, encouraging them to get involved with academia and the scientific research taking place in our city.