CERIS Day Out 2026: CERISously Together!

On 8 October, more than 70 CERIS researchers from across all the research hubs came together for CERIS Day Out 2026, under the motto "CERISously Together" – a day dedicated to strengthening connections, sharing experiences and building new opportunities for collaboration in a relaxed and fun environment.

With the weather on our side, the stage was set for a full day outdoors at Jamor Adventure Park From the moment they arrived, the excitement began to build, with a programme full of challenges, surprises and plenty of opportunities to put their skills to the test.

The day brought together a variety of activities designed to challenge both body and mind. The tree-top adventure course, Laser Tag and Orienteering Trail put participants' agility, teamwork and sense of direction to the test. Alongside these activities, the informal moments throughout the day offered plenty of opportunities to meet colleagues from other CERIS hubs, learn more about their research and exchange ideas, opening the door to potential future collaborations. The Research Exchange Challenge added a playful twist to the programme, with teams putting their knowledge to the test in a quiz featuring questions about CERIS and its research community.

There was no shortage of laughter, enthusiasm and team spirit throughout the day. Whether navigating obstacles, competing for the best results or sharing ideas, everyone contributed to making this gathering a memorable experience. And, of course, those who stood out in the different challenges went home with some symbolic recognition of their achievements!

More than just a day away from the office, CERIS Day Out was an opportunity to bring our community closer together, get to know the people and research behind the different teams, and celebrate what makes CERIS a diverse and collaborative research unit.

We hope everyone enjoyed CERIS Day Out 2026 as much as we did. Thank you to everyone who took part and helped make this day so special!

Until next year – let's keep being CERISously Together!

📸 Relive the fun! Explore the photo gallery [HERE].