Edinburgh Science Festival: Planet Power
If you love gems, volcanoes and all things rocky, join us at Dynamic Earth for a meet and greet with scientists from the British Geological Survey!
About Edinburgh Science Festival: Planet Power
Did you know there are such jobs as space weather forecaster, deep sea mapper, or volcano landslide expert? Step into their shoes with dazzling displays and fun hands-on activities to find out the deep secrets of the Earth that can be unlocked by rocks.
Suitable for All ages
Presented by Dynamic Earth and the British Geological Survey
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