So get your ray guns read, strap on your goggles and stop by the National Space Centre in Leicester for a fantasy-fuelled alternative weekend to celebrate the 155th birthday of the science fiction himself, HG Wells.
Be the first to see some amazing newly commissioned works from Steampunk artists such as Herr Döktor, Imaginarium, and Gary Nicholls in the exhibition hall. There will also be live performances from artists Victor Ghastly (on Saturday) and Alice Strange (on Sunday) on the Space stage. for new gadgets and gear, head down to The POD to enjoy a fully curated Steampunk market where you can find just about anything from Brass Magpie Designs to Broadarrow Jack Leathers and many more!
Fancy a cuppa? Doctor Geof’s Fantastical Steampunk Tea Museum awaits you.
Create something special that you can take home with you at Coglings Crafts which is free to all ticket holders. Sessions include jewellery making, clay crafts and Steampunk Christmas wreaths.
Oh and there’s also Tea duelling. Yes, that’s right, Tea duelling. Seen as the ultimate Steampunk extreme sport, this activity includes two cups of tea, two competition standard Malted Milk biscuits, and a Tiffin Mistress or Master.
