This May half-term, discover how robots help the 999 services save lives.

From bomb-disposal robots to search-and-rescue technology, robots are used by 999 crews to enter places that are too dangerous for people. During the holidays, the museum will be filled with hands-on activities exploring these incredible machines.

Children can design and build their own recycled rescue robot in our creative workshop, take on the robot-driving challenge, and try moving and lifting objects robot-style, just like the robotic arms used by our robot.

Follow our robot trail around the museum and see if you can find all the different parts that make a rescue robot work. Learn amazing facts about real emergency robots, and see our bomb disposal robot on display as you explore the museum.

We’ve created a special robot story for younger visitors, telling the tale of a police robot that helps reach people in need.

All activities are included with normal museum admission, and remember your ticket can be upgraded free of charge on the day into a Year Ticket so you can visit again and again.

Saturday 23, Sunday 24, Bank Holiday Monday 25 and Wednesday 27 to Sunday 31 May. Please note that the museum will be CLOSED on Tuesday 26.