Swansea’s Festival of Social Science

Y Storfa (Miners Library)
Discover the evolution of computing in this drop-in exhibition from the Swansea History of Computing Collection. Explore heritage computers, play classic games on original hardware, handle punchcards and early storage media, test your skills with code-breaking puzzles.
Suitable for all ages.

Y Storfa (breakout room)
Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services are changing the way we shop, but how do they work, and what are the potential benefits and risks? Join us for an interactive workshop exploring the world of BNPL through real-life scenarios, from fashion purchases to unexpected emergency expenses.
Workshop

Volcano Theatre

Explore a colourful interactive art installation about climate change, created by learners from special schools and alternative provision settings. Made from recycled materials, this accessible exhibit invites visitors of all ages to engage, reflect and explore at their own pace.

Y Ty Celf – The Art House, 1 John Street, Llanelli, SA15 1UH
Explore the cost of living through creativity, conversation and shared experiences. These inclusive workshops bring people together to create artwork, share stories and contribute to a community exhibition.

Volcano Theatre
Wear an animal mask and explore what home means from the perspective of a badger, fox, owl or other animal. This creative workshop invites you to think about space, nature and belonging, and asks a simple question: if animals pay rent too, who is the landlord?