Talk Like A Pirate Day - Float Yer Boat

Ahoy, ye brave landlubbers! Set sail for W5 on Saturday 19 September for Float Yer Boat, a one-day-only voyage of discovery at the W5 Science Bar from 2-3pm.

Can ye build a vessel worthy of the high seas? Grab yer crew, get creative and construct yer very own pirate ship before loading it up with treasure to see just how much plunder it can carry!

Then comes the ultimate test, will yer ship float proud or plunge to the depths of Davy Jones’ locker?

With guidance from our savvy crew of W5 Science Communicators, you’ll discover the science behind what makes things float, experiment with different designs and put yer engineering skills to the test.

And what better way to celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day than with a swashbuckling science challenge?

Gather yer crew and drop anchor at W5 for an afternoon of pirate-themed science, creativity and high-seas adventure!