LET’S COUNT ON SOME FUN THIS MATHS WEEK

Prepare to dive into the exciting and intriguing world of maths as Maths Week 2024 rolls out this week with events across the island of Ireland.

The annual celebration reaches over 500,000 participants each year and brings a vibrant mix of events and activities aimed at making maths fun and engaging for learners of all ages.

In Belfast at Botanic Gardens, Victoria Park, The Waterworks and Falls Park, check out special maths trails featuring puzzle pop-ups with similar installations in Brooke Park and St Columb’s Park in Derry~Londonderry.

In Northern Ireland the week culminates locally with Maths in the City from 11am at Victoria Square Belfast on 19 Saturday October. Free to everyone, shoppers of all ages are invited to join maths magicians and presenters in the Maths Week Hub to enjoy brain teasers and maths crafts.

Running until Sunday, 20 October, Maths Week is not just about numbers on a page; it’s about discovering how maths shapes the world around us and plays a role in everything from nature to technology. Whether it’s solving everyday problems, exploring complex challenges, or uncovering patterns, this celebration invites everyone to join in the fun and practical side of maths.