Rocket Day for “kids” all set for lift off in the Elan Valley

“Kids” of all ages are being invited to an Elan Space Agency Rocket Day in the Elan Valley later this month.

Designed to be a fun day, the event on August 17 from 11am to 3pm will see Elan Space Agency rangers help “kids” to design and build their very own pop bottle Rocket and then launch it into low earth orbit powered by water and air alone.

Adults are requested to assist their children with the design and construction of their rocket in the Vehicle Assembly Building at the Visitor Centre and they can even make their own.

All materials will be provided for participants, who will be asked to pay £2 per rocket. To book a place, contact the Elan Valley Visitor Centre on Tel: 01597 810880.

The organisers have warned the day may have to be cancelled at short notice if it rains or is windy.

For more information about the Elan Valley and their other events visit http://elanvalley.org.uk/

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