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The science of Jurassic Park with Dr Neil Gostling | Talk + Film screening + Q&A


Age suitable for:
  • 7 - 11 years-old
  • 11 - 14 years-old
  • 14 - 16 years-old
  • 16 - 18 years-old
  • 18+ years-old

Date and Time (UK time):
10/03/2026 18:00-22:00
Accessibility alert:
  • Loud sounds
  • Flashing images
  • Potentially upsetting content
  • Enclosed spaces
  • Darkened spaces
  • Hearing loop available

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Get ready for a roar-some night of dinosaurs, palaeobiology and evolution with Neil Gostling!

Join Dr Neil Gostling, Associate Professor in Evolution and Palaeobiology at the University of Southampton, for a screening of the 1993 cult film, Jurassic Park!

The film will be followed by a lively discussion around the science of the film, and the science in reality, with hands-on fossil exhibit and models.

This is your chance to see Jurassic Park, and talk about palaeobiology of dinosaurs with Dr Neil Gostling in the great venue of Lecture Theatre B at Avenue Campus.


LOCATION:
- Avenue Campus (SO17 1BF)
- Building 65 (Parkes)
- Lecture Theatre B

RATING: PG

Check-in: from 17:45, in the foyer of Building 65 (Parkes), just outside the Avenue Café in front of the main entrance from the car park.

Food and drinks: some snacks and drinks are available for purchase at the vending machine alongside the corridor. A water fountain is available.

Accessibility: Expect darkened spaces during the movie screening. Venue has full wheelchair access and hearing loop is available. Priority seating for deaf, hard of hearing and visually impaired in the first front row. A few ear defenders will be available to borrow at the check-in desk upon entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. If you require additional support, please ask a member of the Festival team on site.