Pendle Engineering Festival

Tammy Quinn / 26 February 2025 / Categories: General

On 5th February, Year 9 pupils from Marsden Heights attended the Pendle Engineering Festival at Nelson and Colne College, as part of the Lancashire Cyber Festival Education Week.

Pupils from Pendle’s secondary schools were all invited to meet and engage with exhibitors from local Pendle engineering businesses, STEMfirst, Primary Engineer, and Pendle Council Engineering Services.

Organised by Pendle Borough Council, the event offered an inspiring opportunity for pupils to explore engineering, career pathways, and the wide range of job roles in the field.

Pupils visited stands hosted by local employers, STEM specialists, and colleges, where they learned about career opportunities and gained insights from professionals in the area.

There was also an opportunity to quiz Marsden Heights alumni, Ryan, who is currently studying a T-Level in Engineering at Nelson & Colne!

The event also included interactive activities that encouraged pupils to discuss engineering and reflect on their own career aspirations.