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Events
The Brain Bending Science Illusion Show
- Tue 27 Oct 2026Tue 27 Oct, 2pm; ages 6+Add to calendar
- The Met, BuryAbout 40 min drive from TimperleyDirections
- £10–25£12 incl. fees
- Good for most agesIndoors
- On saleTue 27 Oct 2pm; £12 inc fees; ages 6+Booking page
A family science show with The Magical Mr West and his crow sidekick Crowbert, packed with optical illusions, puzzles for the brain and tricks children can try at home. It also looks at how clever wording and visual tricks are used to sell us things. Recommended for ages 6 and up, and lasts an hour with no interval.
Good to know about The Met
- Parking
- No car park of its own; use Bury town centre car parks. Bury Interchange (tram and bus) is 0.2 miles away.
- Buggies
- Step-free main entrance, with a lift to the first-floor theatre.
- Food
- Monthly pop-up kitchens Thursday to Saturday, 4pm to 9pm, plus bars.
- Toilets
- Changing Places toilet with hoist on the first floor, reached by lift.
From themet.org.uk, checked Mon 19 Oct 2026. Check before you travel.
Last checked Sat 17 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the venue before you travel. Source: themet.org.uk. Report a problem
