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SUMMARY:Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep Relaxed Exhibition Viewing @ Natural History Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:Our relaxed viewings allow our disabled and neurodiverse visitors to see our brand new Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep exhibition away from the daytime crowds. \n\nBook your tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVarious dates\, 10:00–11:00 \n\n\n\nFrom £15 \nMembers: free \n\n\n\nWaterhouse Gallery \n\n\n\n\nExhibitions\n\n\nDinosaurs and fossils\n\n\nFamilies\n\n\nLarge print guide\n\n\nRelaxed visit\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExperience the exhibition in a quieter setting at one of our relaxed viewings\, designed specifically for our neurodiverse and disabled visitors. \nWith a reduced capacity\, careful lighting and low-noise levels\, these viewings allow you to explore the depths of the Jurassic oceans\, away from the daytime crowds. \nPacked with the all monsters you want to see as well as millions-of-years-old fossils\, bite-sized science and gigantic fun\, Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep is our latest blockbuster exhibition. \nIt’s the perfect blend of prehistoric monsters\, memory-making moments and hands-on discovery from our expert palaeontologists.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/jurassic-oceans-monsters-of-the-deep-relaxed-exhibition-viewing-natural-history-museum-london/
LOCATION:Natural History Museum\, London\, SW7 5BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:SENDsational Mornings @ NHM Tring\, Hertfordshire
DESCRIPTION:SENDsational Mornings at Tring\n\n\nAn opportunity for children with neurodiverse conditions to enjoy the Museum at a quieter time. \n\nBook your tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday 1 February and Sunday 24 May\, 10:00–12:00 \n\n\n\nFree\, booking required \n\n\n\nThe Natural History Museum at Tring \n\n\n\n\nRelaxed visit\n\n\n\nPre-visit information (PDF 185KB)Pre-visit visual guide (PDF 3.5MB)\n\n\nWe are excited to present SENDsational Mornings at Tring\, Hertfordshire. \nOur SENDsational mornings offer children with neurodiverse conditions\, including autism and other sensory processing difficulties\, the chance to take part in activities and enjoy our galleries with their families and siblings away from the hustle and bustle of the general public. \nThis event is best for children aged five to 15 and siblings are welcome. \nWhat can you expect from the experience? \n\nVisitors have access to a few activities including specimen handling\, crafting and a gallery trail.\nAll activities are supported by experienced\, autism-aware facilitators.\nA sensory space will be available for those children needing a quieter and calmer space.\nAll of the galleries\, outdoor spaces and the shop will be accessible throughout the event.\nEach event has a different theme. In February it’s Deserts\, in May it’s rainforests\, in August it’s Oceans and in November it’s Autumn.\n\nWalk-ups are not possible – you must have a ticket. Adult tickets are limited to three per group. \nWe will email more information about your visit a week in advance\, to help you prepare for your visit. On the day you will be given a programme and map to let you know what you can do. \nThe Museum in South Kensington has been successfully running a similar event called Dawnosaurs for the past four years. \nBefore your visit take a look at our pre-visit information including a visual guide and logistics and facilities information. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee event dates and times\n\n\n\n\nSunday 1 February\n\n\n\n\nAvailable time slots\n\n10:00\n\nBook your tickets\n\n\nSunday 24 May
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/sendsational-mornings-nhm-tring-hertfordshire-2/
LOCATION:NHM Tring\, Tring\, HP23 6AP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:East of England
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SUMMARY:Relaxed mornings for adults | May (autism and learning disability friendly) @ Portrait\, Scotland
DESCRIPTION:Relaxed mornings for adults | May (autism and learning disability friendly)\n\n Share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPortrait \nTuesday 26 May 2026\, 10.30–11.30am \nFree \nBooking essential \nBook tickets \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us at the Portrait for regular\, relaxed\, sensory-friendly mornings for adults with additional support needs\, including autistic adults and those with learning disabilities. At these sessions you can meet other people\, see artworks in our gallery spaces and take part in creative activities. There will be a quiet\, comfortable space available at all times for you to use. \nPlaces are free but limited so please book online. \nOnly one ticket is needed per participant\, companions do not need a ticket. \nFor more information or assistance please contact us on 0131 624 6410 or learning@nationalgalleries.org. \nWatch an introduction to the gallery \nDownload sensory map
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-mornings-for-adults-may-autism-and-learning-disability-friendly-portrait-scotland/
LOCATION:Portrait Scotland\, Edinburgh\, EH2 1JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Scotland
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SUMMARY:Early Explorer Morning: Caribbean connections @ London Transport Museum
DESCRIPTION: Family Events\n Family SEND events\n\nEarly Explorer morning: Caribbean connections\nLondon Transport Museum\, London \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming dates:\n\n\n\n\nWednesday 27 May 2026\, 08:30-10:00\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIntro\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore the Museum during May half term at a quieter time\, free from the general public and with many of the gallery sounds turned off.\nThis session is designed especially for families with children with special educational needs\, neurodivergent and disabled children. There will be a sensory space\, a quiet space and sensory bags available throughout the morning. \nCelebrate Caribbean history and culture as we mark 70 years since London Transport began recruiting employees in the Caribbean. In 1956\, London Transport launched a recruitment campaign in the Caribbean\, inviting people to work on buses\, stations\, canteens and track maintenance. Their contribution shaped the city we know today. \nDiscover how Caribbean communities helped keep London moving and enjoy hands-on fun for all ages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey information\nAdvanced booking is essential as places are limited. Families are welcome to stay later\, general public will be admitted from 10:00. \nTickets:\nFree for children with one accompanying adult. Additional adults\, £18.50. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Donald\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nB/W print; Half length portrait of Mr Donald Hinds a bus conductor from Jamaica\, 1964 – 1965\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn the 1950s and 1960s\, many people travelled from places like Jamaica\, Barbados and Trinidad to the United Kingdom – and many stayed in London! They found important jobs in hospitals\, factories and also in London Transport (what we know today as Transport for London). \nDonald Hinds was originally from Jamaica and moved to London\, where he worked as a bus conductor. \nWhat did a bus conductor do? \n\nSold tickets in the bus\nHelped passengers get on and off\nHelped with directions\nKept everyone safe\n\nFun fact\nIn the 1960s\, bus conductors helped Londoners get around long before modern Oyster cards and contactless payment existed!
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/early-explorer-morning-caribbean-connections-london-transport-museum/
LOCATION:London Transport Museum\, WC2E 7BB
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep Relaxed Exhibition Viewing @ Natural History Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:Our relaxed viewings allow our disabled and neurodiverse visitors to see our brand new Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep exhibition away from the daytime crowds. \n\nBook your tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVarious dates\, 10:00–11:00 \n\n\n\nFrom £15 \nMembers: free \n\n\n\nWaterhouse Gallery \n\n\n\n\nExhibitions\n\n\nDinosaurs and fossils\n\n\nFamilies\n\n\nLarge print guide\n\n\nRelaxed visit\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExperience the exhibition in a quieter setting at one of our relaxed viewings\, designed specifically for our neurodiverse and disabled visitors. \nWith a reduced capacity\, careful lighting and low-noise levels\, these viewings allow you to explore the depths of the Jurassic oceans\, away from the daytime crowds. \nPacked with the all monsters you want to see as well as millions-of-years-old fossils\, bite-sized science and gigantic fun\, Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep is our latest blockbuster exhibition. \nIt’s the perfect blend of prehistoric monsters\, memory-making moments and hands-on discovery from our expert palaeontologists.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/jurassic-oceans-monsters-of-the-deep-relaxed-exhibition-viewing-natural-history-museum-london-2/
LOCATION:Natural History Museum\, London\, SW7 5BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
GEO:51.4965633;-0.176892
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T160000
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Hours\, Late Opening @ Imperial War Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelaxed Hours\nLate Opening\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n28 May 2026\n\n4pm to 7pm\n\n\n\nIWM London\n\n\nEveryone\n\n\nFree event\n\nBooking required\n\n\n\nBook Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n© IWM\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a relaxed late opening of IWM London. This is a sensory-friendly event for families and individuals. The event is suitable for individuals or families with members who may have sensory processing differences\, autistic spectrum conditions or would otherwise benefit from a quieter environment to explore IWM London. \nAs part of our late opening\, you will be able to explore all our current exhibitions and have the opportunity to participate in family-friendly activities. \nThere will also be quiet rooms for those needing to take a break\, a breakout space\, and an indoor eating area for anyone wishing to bring their own food. \nTo help ensure a smooth entry to the museum\, we kindly ask visitors to book a free ticket online in advance. However\, we will still have capacity available onsite for those who are unable to book tickets. \nWe will send all visitors an email around a week before the event with more information and a visual walkthrough to help you fully plan for your visit. Please be aware\, the museum will still be open to the general public from 4pm to 6pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\nIf you would like a step-free entrance\, please use the West Entrance\, which can be found by following the path along the right side of the museum’s main entrance. A map can be downloaded here\, or use What3words: ///dairy.chef.full. See IWM’s Accessibility Page for more information.\nTickets are limited to 6 per group.\nIWM London is fully accessible by wheelchair. There are manual wheelchairs available for loan on a first-come\, first-served basis. These are provided free of charge and are located at the West Entrance.\nThere are some limited designated disabled parking bays available (located off Brook Drive\, behind IWM London). Any visitors wishing to use these bays must book them prior to the event by contacting us at RearYard@zeglobal.com or calling 020 7416 500. Please provide your vehicle model and registration number\, your expected time of arrival and a contact number when requesting a space.\nIf the museum is busy\, there will be one tannoy announcement during this event at 5:45 pm\, alerting existing visitors that the museum will be closing to members of the public not in attendance for the Relaxed Hours session. There are no other planned announcements. Fifteen minutes before closing at 6:45 pm\, you will be approached by staff to let you know about the upcoming closure.\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n© IWM\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExhibition Information\n\nThere will be a temporary exhibition running called Beauty and Destruction: Wartime London in Art\, telling the story of London during the Second World War\, as seen by artists.\nPlease be aware that areas of our galleries can be dark and contain loud noises and potentially distressing images. Details of where these areas are located can be found in the visual walkthrough. There will be signage at the event.\nThe exhibitions are designed to encourage visitors to consider the experiences of people during conflict. In our First World War Galleries\, there is a short\, optional section that takes visitors through a replica trench. The floor in this area is textured\, with low lighting and sound effects. Visitors using mobility aids\, with mobility impairments\, sensory processing differences or with buggies may wish to take extra care in this area or take an alternative route that avoids this experience.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilities\n· The café will be open for hot drinks and cold snacks. \n· Accessible toilets and baby change facilities are available throughout the museum and are signposted. \n· There are a small number of ear defenders and sensory backpacks containing items that may help your visit. They are available upon request on a first-come\, first-serve basis and are free to use. Examples of what they may contain include: \n\nEar defenders\nSunflower lanyard.\n2x fidget toys.\nA simple map.\nMagnifying glass.\nCuddly toy.\nPencils and grips.\nEmotions fan.\nReading overlays.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-hours-imperial-war-museum-london/
LOCATION:Imperial War Museum\, London\, SE1 6HZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Opening @ History of Science Museum\, Oxford
DESCRIPTION:Relaxed Opening\nSaturday 30 May | 9:00-10.00am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nEmail Helen to book for your family: learning@hsm.ox.ac.uk\n  \nA relaxed morning for exploring the Museum in a quieter setting. Created for neurodivergent and SEND visitors\, those with sensory processing differences\, and anyone who would enjoy a calmer environment for their visit.\n  \n\nAt the Welcome Desk you can pick up a backpack* with activities to help the whole family explore the museum together. \nAlthough this is a relaxed opening\, there may still be some noises around the Museum\, so please do bring along ear protectors if you need them. \nAll ages welcome. \nBook a space by emailing Helen: learning@hsm.ox.ac.uk \n  \n*The Museum’s SEND-friendly backpacks for families were developed in collaboration with RAL Space and Iffley Academy specialist school. \n  \nYou can join our mailing list to hear about future events. \nAnd don’t miss Autism-Friendly openings at the Museum of Natural History. \n 
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-opening-history-of-science-museum-oxford-7/
LOCATION:History of Science Museum – University of Oxford\, Oxford\, OX1 3AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:South East
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SUMMARY:Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep Relaxed Exhibition Viewing @ Natural History Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:Our relaxed viewings allow our disabled and neurodiverse visitors to see our brand new Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep exhibition away from the daytime crowds. \n\nBook your tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVarious dates\, 10:00–11:00 \n\n\n\nFrom £15 \nMembers: free \n\n\n\nWaterhouse Gallery \n\n\n\n\nExhibitions\n\n\nDinosaurs and fossils\n\n\nFamilies\n\n\nLarge print guide\n\n\nRelaxed visit\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExperience the exhibition in a quieter setting at one of our relaxed viewings\, designed specifically for our neurodiverse and disabled visitors. \nWith a reduced capacity\, careful lighting and low-noise levels\, these viewings allow you to explore the depths of the Jurassic oceans\, away from the daytime crowds. \nPacked with the all monsters you want to see as well as millions-of-years-old fossils\, bite-sized science and gigantic fun\, Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep is our latest blockbuster exhibition. \nIt’s the perfect blend of prehistoric monsters\, memory-making moments and hands-on discovery from our expert palaeontologists.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/jurassic-oceans-monsters-of-the-deep-relaxed-exhibition-viewing-natural-history-museum-london-3/
LOCATION:Natural History Museum\, London\, SW7 5BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
GEO:51.4965633;-0.176892
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SUMMARY:May Half Term Relaxed Morning @ Gunnersbury Park and Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:30th May \n10:00 am \nFree \nMay Half Term Relaxed Morning\nJoin us for our Relaxed Morning\, a dedicated museum opening for children and young people (aged 5-25) who are neurodivergent or have additional needs\, and their families. \nAs well as providing a sensory reduced environment within the Museum\, all activities have been adapted to be neurodivergent and SEND friendly. \nOn the day you will be able to: \n\nDiscover and play with popular toys from the past 100 years. Handle a 1930s toy tractor\, build a 1960s tower block\, play with a cup and ball and more!\nPlay with giant Jenga\, Fishing games\, Dominos\, Snakes and Ladders\, Quoits\, and others.\nTake part in hands-on craft activities.\n\nOur friendly staff and volunteers will be on hand to offer a warm welcome and any support you may need. Chill-out room and indoor picnic room will also be available. \nBook your space via the button on this page. Numbers will be limited to ensure a quiet environment. \nAccess:\nWheelchair AccessibleAutism/neuro-diverse friendlyTactile ElementsSeating AvailableQuiet Rooms Available
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/may-half-term-relaxed-morning-gunnersbury-park-and-museum-london/
LOCATION:Gunnersbury Park Museum\, London\, W5 4NH
CATEGORIES:London
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