The UK’s first ever seaplane "Waterbird" took off from Windermere in 1911.
And soon (2 weeks time) you can see a stunning replica of the historic original fly!
There will be a chance for a close up look at this beautiful aircraft at #windermeresciencefestival#lakedistrict
The simple terrestrial ecosystems of the Antarctic offer scientists at #Signy Research Station a rare opportunity to understand fundamental biological processes.
We’re thrilled to be joined by @BAS_News station leader Jerry Gillham and Alice Clement @WindScienceFest on 14th May
We are excited to announce that @jamescropper will be joining us at WSF on May 14th
Come along to their live demos where you’ll see pulp, coffee cups and old jeans turned into fine paper before your eyes.
James Cropper is a world-class advanced materials and paper products group
One month to go until windermeresciencefestival.or…
Fun fact: Did you know that the word ‘month’ and ‘moon’ have the same root? A month being equal to a lunar cycle of around 28 days
You’ve just one moonth left to check out our amazing line-up and book your tickets! #cumbria#events
William Bragg was from a small village near Wigton in Cumbria, he went on to pioneer the field of xray crystallography, win a Noble Prize and become director of the Royal Institution of GB, all with his son Lawrence. Quite an achievement @Ri_Science#STEMfb.watch/jSrMaP7vkn/