Kids Invent Stuff is excited to announce the development of a brand new permanent interactive STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), exhibition at Gulliver’s Valley Theme Park Resort in Rotherham, opening to the public in Spring/Summer 2026, made possible through Innovate UK and Enginuity support.
The project is being part-funded by Innovate UK, the UK’s national innovation agency, alongside strategic investment from Enginuity, who join as a lead partner supporting the educational, skills-development and industry-focused impact of the exhibition. Enginuity, the former Sector Skills Body (previously known as Semta), is a charity dedicated to closing the skills gaps in the UK’s engineering and manufacturing sector.
Their mission to unlock engineering potential across the UK, is one that aligns directly with the project’s aim to inspire the next generation of problem-solvers.
Gulliver’s Valley has also joined as a key delivery partner, providing the building and land in kind to house the exhibition. Their support ensures the experience becomes a long-term part of the park’s educational and family offer, accessible to thousands of children every year.
The exhibition marks a major milestone for Kids Invent Stuff – transitioning their YouTube platform into a permanent, physical visitor attraction. It will showcase real inventions submitted by children aged 4 to 11, brought to life by the Kids Invent Stuff engineering team, alongside hands-on activities, build zones and interactive STEAM experiences.
Designed and fabricated in Kids Invent Stuff’s Derbyshire workshop, the new space will become a dedicated hub for invention-led learning, hosting:
- School trips and curriculum-linked workshops
- Family-friendly maker activities
- Live demonstrations and engineering shows
- Community and outreach sessions
- Rotating displays of children’s invention ideas
The exhibition represents a permanent legacy for the organisation, significantly expanding its ability to engage young people in engineering, creativity and design.
Ruth Amos, Inventor and Co-founder at Kids Invent Stuff, said:
“Since we launched Kids Invent Stuff, our dream has always been to create a space where children can see their ideas brought to life and feel the excitement of real engineering up close. Thanks to the support of Innovate UK, Enginuity and Gulliver’s Valley, we can now build a permanent home for invention – a place where every child can experiment, explore and realise that their ideas have value. We’re so excited to open the doors in 2026.”
Nicola Dolan, Associate Director of Charity Impact & Operations at Enginuity, said: “We are thrilled to support Kids Invent Stuff in bringing you people’s ideas to life through this exciting new exhibition at Gulliver’s Valley. Giving young people hands-on experience of engineering and creativity is exactly how we can inspire the next generation of problem-solvers and engineers. Initiatives like this help children see that their ideas have real value, spark curiosity, and encourage practical problem-solving skills.
“By connecting young people with the world of engineering and manufacturing at an early age, we are reshaping perceptions of the industry, inspiring future engineers and innovators, and addressing the skills gaps facing the UK’s engineering and manufacturing sector.”
Julie Dalton, managing director of Gulliver’s Theme Park Resorts, said: “It’s a real honour to facilitate the development of this exciting new space for children to develop their skills, explore their creativity and immerse themselves in STEAM experiences.
“Providing learning opportunities such as this is something very close to our hearts here at Gulliver’s and we can’t wait to see the Kids Invent Stuff exhibition arrive at Gulliver’s Valley next year.”
The exhibition will open in Spring/Summer 2026, with further updates released throughout the year.
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