About FameLab UK Final
Ten outstanding science communicators from across the UK take to the stage to compete for the title of FameLab UK Winner 2026, each delivering unforgettable, fast‑paced unique talks designed to inspire, intrigue and amaze.
An evening of big ideas, bold explanations and brilliant entertainment, this electrifying celebration of science will be hosted by the hilarious local comedian and non-scientist, Shirley Halse. Deciding this year's winners will be chemist Ijeoma Uchegbu, physicist Jeff Forshaw and writer Sascha Pare. With live entertainment by the one and only Stefan Gates.
Get ahead of your Festival reading and visit the Waterstones Cheltenham Science Festival bookshop and support Cheltenham Festivals with every purchase.
In memory of
- Frank Burnet, MBE
Getting Here
Parking
Imperial Gardens (GL50 1QA) is in the centre of Cheltenham, with numerous car parks nearby. The nearest car parks are Rodney Road (GL50 1HX), St Georges Road (GL50 3DT), Royal Well (GL50 3DS) and Regent Arcade (GL50 1HN). There is a regular bus service from Cheltenham Racecourse Park and Ride car park to the centre of Cheltenham.
Rail
Imperial Gardens is a 25-minute walk from Cheltenham Spa Railway Station. There is a taxi rank outside the station should wish you get a taxi.
Bus
Stagecoach bus services stop nearby on the Promenade. Imperial Gardens is 5 minute walk way. For further information on Cheltenham bus services, please visit the Stagecoach website.
There are bike racks located near Imperial Gardens should you wish to visit the festival on your bike. Please note that anyone wishing to secure their bike at one of the bike racks does so at their own risk.
More infoAccess
The Helix has step free access and guide dogs are welcome in the venue. There are accessible toilets located in the Cheltenham Town Hall which is located behind Imperial Gardens.
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