Relaxed Mondays @ The Cartoon Museum, London
2025-10-27 11:00 - 17:30 (Europe/London) | Cartoon Museum, London, W1A 3AE
Relaxed Mondays: Events this year: February 17th. April 7th. May 26th. July 28th. August 4th. August 25th. October 27.

Overview
Our free Relaxed Monday events have been specifically designed for children and young people with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences.
Events this year: February 17th. April 7th. May 26th. July 28th. August 4th. August 25th. October 27.Events are free, but advance booking is essential. One ticket per person, and one member of the group needs to be aged 5-25 with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences. Drop-in workshops are most suitable for ages 8-14. Drinks and snacks will be available. Join us for a free morning or afternoon event specifically designed for children and young people with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences. The event offers children and young people the opportunity to visit the museum without the distraction of other visitors, accompanied by their families, carers or friends. Throughout each session there will be drop-in cartoon workshops with our cartoonist Steve Marchant, as well as a self-led trail of the museum – or you can just use the time to explore the museum at your own pace. We cannot be responsible for any attendees. However, if there are any access requirements you would like us to know about or discuss, as well as any questions you may have, please email learning@cartoonmuseum.org and our Learning and Outreach Officer, Steve, will be happy to talk through everything. If you have booked tickets, we will email you our accessibility information ahead of the visit, including: Visual Story of the day, exhibition videos along with accessible descriptions, sensory descriptions of the museum, and the best accessible routes to get to the museum using public transport.

Location

Quieter Time @ Tower Bridge, London
2025-10-28 09:30 - 11:10 | Tower Bridge, SE1 2UP
Quieter Time
A calmer way to explore London’s defining landmark
We know that visiting a busy attraction can be challenging for people who experience the world differently. That’s why we offer Quieter Time: a specially-designated period, designed to create a more inclusive and comfortable environment for all.
About Quieter Time
Quieter Time is ideal for:
Neurodivergent individuals
People living with dementia
Blind or visually impaired visitors
Deaf or hearing-impaired visitors
Anyone seeking a more tranquil experience
Families, friends, and carers accompanying any of the above
What to expect:
To help make your visit as smooth and enjoyable as possible, we:
Limit the number of visitors inside the Bridge
Turn off loud hand dryers and provide disposable hand towels
Reduce the volume of soundscapes and video
Run regular disability and access awareness training for our staff
Provide a visual story to help you plan ahead
Offer Access Toolkits with sensory items for those who may feel overwhelmed
Please note there are approx. 200 stairs up the North Tower (there is Lift access available if required).
Whether you’re visiting with others or on your own, Quieter Time helps you explore inside Tower Bridge in a way that suits you best.
On the second Saturday of every month, we are more relaxed with even further reduced capacity from 09:30 to 11:00. Previously called Relaxed Openings.
Booking information
Upcoming dates
Saturday 13 September, 9:30-11:10. The attraction will open to the general public at 11:30 but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.
Saturday 11 October, 9:30-11:10. The attraction will open to the general public at 11:30 but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.
Friday 24 October, 13:50-14:50. The attraction will open to the general public at 15:10 but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.
Tuesday 28 October, 9:30 -11:10. The attraction will open to the general public at 11:30 but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.
Price: Standard entry charge
Guarantee your entry to Tower Bridge by booking your tickets online.
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Important information
If you have access needs, please plan your route in advance.
Getting here
If you have further questions, please contact us:
+44 (0)20 7407 9191
bookings@towerbridge.org.uk
For more detail about your visit, view our Visual Story in advance:
View the Visual Story

Seacole Sessions Family Activity:Creepy Crawlies & Collections Conservation @ Museum of the Order of St John, London
2025-10-28 11:00 - 14:30 | Museum of the Order of St John, London, EC1M 4DA
Discover how insects and other things can affect the condition of our collection and make your own bug with storytelling by Olivia Armstrong.
Seacole Sessions are sensory friendly events for families. They are designed to support autistic and neurodiverse families and are suitable for people who would benefit from visiting the museum when it is less crowded and noisy. Spaces for these activities are limited and free tickets must be booked in advance. All those who sign up will be sent a visual story via email.
Important information:
•Our programme is recommended for 3-10 year olds but siblings and babies are very welcome.
•Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the activity.
•The workshop will take place in the Museum’s Learning Centre, beside the Priory Church, on the north side of St John’s Square. For an exact location, please use what3words:///pardon.thing.fuzzy.
•If you can no longer attend the activity, please let us know so that we can give another family the opportunity to participate.
•If anyone in your group has sensory needs please contact us (museum@sja.org.uk) and we will ensure that your table is located in a quieter environment, provide you with a visual story or talk through how else we can best assist you on the day.

SEND Family Workshop: Sensory Storytelling @ British Library, London
2025-10-28 14:15 - 16:30 | British Library, London, NW1 2DB, United Kingdom
A child looking through a kaleidoscope in the Story Explorers Exhibition
This workshop is designed for families with children with special educational needs and/or complex needs.
There are two separate bookable sessions 2.15-3.15pm and 3.30-4.30pm
Enjoy our family-friendly exhibition, Story Explorers: A Journey Through Imaginary Worlds, and take part in a sensory storytelling workshop. Families will be able to explore the space and discover imaginary worlds through multi-sensory storytelling, song and music.
All visitors to this event will receive a visual story in advance to help prepare for the visit. All tickets need to be pre-booked for everyone in your group.
If you require any access support, please contact us on outreach@bl.uk.
Find out further useful information about facilities at the Library and how to find us.
British Library, London
Duration
14.15 – 15.15 and 15.30 – 16.30
Age
Parent or carer with children aged 2 – 11, but all ages are welcome
Price
Free, booking essential

Relaxed Opening - Blitz: the club that shaped the 80s @ Design Museum, London
2025-10-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Design Museum, London, Greater London, W8 6AG, United Kingdom
Wednesday 29 October 2025, 10:00 – 12:00
Open from September 2025.
Location: Level -1 (wheelchair entrance via Level -2)

Visit the exhibition webpage for further information about Blitz: the club that shaped the 80s
Book your tickets here

The Relaxed Opening allows you to visit our exhibitions with fewer people in the gallery, a more relaxed attitude towards noise and movement, and additional support.
Special adjustments will include:

Fewer tickets are available per time slot, so the galleries will be less busy than usual
A small Chill Room will be available on Level -1, near the gallery entrance and exit
A selection of tactile materials from the exhibition will be available to touch during the relaxed opening
You can download a Sensory Map and a Large Print Guide for each exhibition space from our Access Information webpage, and also on this page (please scroll down to find out more)
A print copy of the Sensory Maps and Large Print Guides will be available onsite during the Relaxed opening. Please ask a member of staff for assistance

Please note:

You must purchase a ticket to each exhibition
The museum’s cafés, shops, and other displays are also open to the public from 10:00am
A video description of the entrance journey to the museum will be added to this page soon
You can use the museum’s free Wi-Fi during your visit by setting up a free account
The recommended time to see the exhibitions is approximately one hour for each gallery space, but this really varies from visitor to visitor

How to book your ticket:

Pre-booking online is required as spaces are limited
Ticket sales are limited to 50% capacity, so we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment
Tickets are non-refundable. If you cannot make it to the event, please contact the team via the email bookings@designmuseum.org as soon as possible, and we will get in touch to exchange your ticket for another time.
After your booking, you will receive an automated email to confirm your purchase. And, 4 days before the event date, you will receive an email with further information to help you prepare for your visit
Suitable Age: 12 +. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible, ticket-holding adult

Scroll down for more information and booking links.

Relaxed Hours, Late Opening @ Imperial War Museum, London
2025-10-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Imperial War Museum, London, SE1 6HZ, United Kingdom
Relaxed Hours
Late Opening
29 October 2025
5pm to 7pm
IWM London
Everyone
Free event
Booking required
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The Blavatnik Art, Film and Photography Galleries at IWM London
IWM
Join 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.
As 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.
There 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.
To 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.
We 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 be open to the general public for the first hour of your visit.
Access
We ask those attending the Relaxed Hours event to please use the West Entrance, which can be found by following the path along the right side of the museum’s main entrance. There will be staff in the surrounding park to help direct people to the entrance. A map can be downloaded here, or use What3words: ///dairy.chef.full. See IWM’s Accessibility Page for more information.
Tickets are limited to 6 per group
IWM 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.
There 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.
If 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.
A visitor walks through the Second World War Galleries at IWM London
Exhibition Information
There will be a temporary exhibition running called Emergency Exits: The Fight for Independence in Malaya, Kenya and Cyprus, exploring the wave of independence movements that followed the end of the Second World War, as many of Britain’s former imperial territories gained independence.
Please 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.
The 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.
Facilities
· The café will be open for hot drinks and cold snacks.
· Accessible toilets and baby change facilities are available throughout the museum and are signposted.
· 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:
Ear defenders
Sunflower lanyard.
2x fidget toys.
A simple map.
Magnifying glass.
Cuddly toy.
Pencils and grips.
Emotions fan.
Reading overlays.

Relaxed Hours: Gilbert & George: 21ST CENTURY PICTURES @ Hayward Gallery, London
2025-11-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Hayward Gallery, London, SE1 8XX
Relaxed Hours: Gilbert & George
Tue 4 Nov & Wed 26 Nov 2025
Experience our current Hayward Gallery exhibition, Gilbert & George: 21ST CENTURY PICTURES, in a more relaxed environment with access to additional support.
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We welcome everyone to our exhibitions whenever our gallery is open, but we also recognise that some visitors may require a more relaxed approach to noise and movement in the space, or may welcome additional support to experience the exhibition fully.
Our Relaxed Hours are shaped around the needs of visitors with sensory processing differences, neurodivergent visitors or those living with neurological conditions, as well as early-year visitors, parents and carers.
During Relaxed Hours there is reduced capacity inside the galleries, spotlight talks and chill-out spaces.
Need to know
Age guidance
There is no age guidance for this exhibition but please be prepared to have age appropriate conversations with children about the content of the work. Our staff are available to support you if you would like any further information.
Content warnings
The exhibition contains images and language that some viewers may find offensive, including swear words, sexually explicit and violent language.
Event information
Advance booking is essential and you’re asked to choose a time slot when you book. However, for this event your ticket allows you to arrive, leave and re-enter at any time throughout the Relaxed Hours event.
There is a preparation story available for visitors who may benefit from preparing for the exhibition. The preparation story will be available to download from this page within a couple of weeks of the exhibition opening, and sent to bookers in advance.
To receive our registration form for Community Connect free tickets which remove financial barriers to attending for organisations from Lambeth and Southwark, email haywardrelaxedhours@southbankcentre.co.uk. There are a limited number of these available per session. The deadline to register is 12 noon on Tuesday 21 October.
Times & tickets
Dates, times and prices
Dates & times
Tue 04 Nov, 10am – 3pm
Wed 26 Nov, 3pm – 6pm
Standard entry
£20 / Members free*
* No booking fee
Ticket prices may be adjusted without notice to reflect demand.
Concessions
Concessions available for full-time students, Lambeth and Southwark residents, under-30s and recipients of Universal or Pension Credit. Under-30s tickets are only available to book online.
Limited availability
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Members get free entry to the Hayward Gallery and the first chance to book our entire programme of events, including go-down-in-history gigs, concerts with world-class orchestras, and talks from cultural icons and political giants.
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Accessible events
The performance on
Tuesday 4 November at 10.00am
is A Relaxed Performance
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The performance on
Wednesday 26 November at 3.00pm
is A Relaxed Performance
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This session has a relaxed approach to noise and movement, a reduced capacity, and nearby chill-out spaces available to access for the duration of the session whenever needed. Feel free to come and go as you please.
The following adaptations are in place during Relaxed Hours:
Reduced capacity in the gallery.
Nearby chill-out spaces with low lighting and comfortable seating including beanbags, cushions, to rest, lie down and get comfortable on.
Sensory backpacks for children are available from the gallery ticket office including ear defenders and stim toys.
Touch materials inside the gallery.
A limited number of Community Connect free tickets for organisations from Lambeth and Southwark, to remove financial barriers to attending.
If you have a particular requirement or any questions ahead of your visit, email accesslist@southbankcentre.co.uk or call us on 020 3879 9555.
You can join our free Access Scheme through your online Southbank Centre account or via email.
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Relaxed Early Opening for Families - Secret Maps @ British Library
2025-11-09 09:00 - 11:00 | British Library, London, NW1 2DB, United Kingdom
Relaxed Early Opening for Families
Join us for a free sensory friendly early opening of the Library. For families with children aged 2 – 11.
Sunday 9 November, 9.00
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Location
British Library, London
Duration
09.00 – 11.00
Age
Suitable for ages 5 – 15, but all ages are welcome
Price
Free but booking required
Additional Information
Relaxed Opening
A child and adult taking part in a family workshop at the British Library
Credit: British Library
This early opening is for families with children with special educational needs including those on the autism spectrum and with other sensory needs. Enjoy the Library free from the hustle and bustle of the general public.
At this special early opening, you’ll get the opportunity to visit our Secret Maps exhibition and take part in a workshop in our Learning Centre with Artist Hazel East.
A dedicated sensory room will also be available for children needing a quieter and calmer space.
This event is free and suitable for parents and carers with children aged 5 – 15 years and their siblings.
All visitors to this special early opening will receive a visual story in advance to provide an idea of what to expect on arrival. Please note that the Library opens to the general public at 11.00.
Find out further useful information about facilities at the Library and how to find us.
Your support
The British Library is a charity. Your support helps us open up a world of knowledge and inspiration for everyone. Please consider adding a donation to your basket.
Dates and times
Sunday 9 November
09.00

Relaxed morning opening - adults and young people @ Kensington Palace, London
2025-11-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Kensington Palace, London, W8 4PX, United Kingdom
Relaxed Events: Young People and Adults, Kensington Palace
A relaxed morning event for Neurodivergent & Disabled adults and their family/friends
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When
Sunday 16 November 2025
10:00 – 12:00
Booking information
Tickets for this event are £1.00 per person. Tickets on sale 16 September.
You do not have to leave the site after the event ends, however it will get considerably busier and louder after 12:00.
Separate ticket (advance booking required)
Events
Start of the events summary
Relaxed events at Kensington Palace are for Neurodivergent and learning-disabled young people/adults and families/friends [16+].
We welcome anyone who identifies as Neurodivergent, Learning-Disabled or Disabled. This includes ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, OCD, Tourette’s and all other sensory and processing difficulties.
Enjoy two hours at Kensington Palace free from crowds between the hours of 10:00 – 12:00.
The event will include free entry to Kensington Palace, access to Dress Codes, our temporary exhibition, and access to relaxed and SEN programming lead by disability aware contractors and facilitators.
Crowd levels are limited, and access considerations have been made to ensure you, and your group can enjoy the Palace free from loud sound effects and harsh lighting.
A café and retail space will also be available.
Event information
Crowd levels will be kept to a minimum for these events with only ticket holders being permitted entry during the event time slots. Ticketing is significantly capped compared to a standard operational day.
Lighting, sound and general effects throughout the Palace will be minimised or turned off for your comfort.
Content warnings will be placed upon spaces that may contain material audiences may find distressing.
We will not be asking for proof of disability or supporting documents for these events.
Visitors with limited mobility
Kensington Palace is a historic building with difficult stairs and passageways, including spiral staircases, and wheelchair access is limited. There are some low and narrow doorways.
Resources
A visual story will be emailed to you two weeks before the event takes place. The visual story will detail your arrival and what to expect from our activity offer at Kensington Palace. This will also be available on our Kensington Palace accessibility page closer to the time of the event.

Relaxed Mini Marvels @ Estorick Collection, London
2025-11-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Estorick Collection, London, N1 2AN, United Kingdom
Relaxed Mini Marvels: A Sensory-Friendly Museum Adventure!
Introducing Relaxed Mini Marvels, our new monthly workshop series designed for neurodivergent children and their families, plus families with learning differences. Explore the museum at your own pace in a calm, open-ended environment with tailored sensory activities and hands-on creative stations.
The families’ area, located in the temporary exhibition galleries, includes a wealth of sensory and creative resources that will captivate and delight children under 5.
Free for children accompanied by a paying adult. Advanced booking is required.

Accessible by Design: Building Inclusive Immersive Experiences @ V&A, London
2025-11-21 18:30 - 19:45 | V&A, London, SW7 2RL, United Kingdom
Hear from artists and producers who embed accessibility in immersive design, revealing how equity drives creativity, expression, and deeper audience connection
Talk
Friday, 21 November 2025
V&A South Kensington
Free
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+44 (0)20 7942 2000
Friday, 21 November 2025
18.30 – 19.45
V&A South Kensington
Cromwell Road
London, SW7 2RL
Hochhauser Auditorium, Level 1, Learning Centre
Free event
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Accessible by Design: Building Inclusive Immersive Experiences photo
Drawing on the themes of the V&A’s Design and Disability exhibition, this panel explores practical strategies and immersive case studies that highlight collaboration and community, showing how equity is not an afterthought but a powerful driver of creativity. By embedding accessibility into multi-sensory, participatory experiences, the speakers will reveal how inclusive design transforms cultural encounters, engages many audiences, and redefines what immersive art and storytelling can achieve.
Speakers:
– Natalie Kane, V&A Curator, Digital Design (chair)
– Jess Starns, V&A Inclusive Design Resident
– Sacha Wares, Theatre/XR Director and Founder of Trial and Error Studio
– Harshadha Balasubramanian, Anthropologist at UCL and Digital Access Consultant in Arts and Heritage
– Ben Glover, Creative Captioner
– Ashley James Brown. Artist, Educator and Creative Technologist
The lecture theatre has an induction loop system for hearing aid users. A British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter will also be available for this event.

Relaxed Stir Up Sunday @ Gunnersbury Park Museum, London
2025-11-23 10:30 - 12:00 | Gunnersbury Park Museum, London, W5 4NH
A Relaxed, sensory festive visit to the Historic Kitchens
For anyone with additional needs or disabilities of any age and their families/friends.

Join our experienced staff and volunteers for a special visit to the Historic Kitchen, decorated in Holly and Ivy. Discover the difference between how we prepared our festive food in Victorian times, and the present day.
There will be opportunities to handle museum objects and costume, sensory activities and traditional Christmas decorations to make and take home. Don’t forget to stir the Christmas pudding and make a wish!

A cloakrooms, chill out zone and lunch/snack rooms are available. The historic kitchens are wheelchair accessible, and FREE parking is available, if reserved in advance. All attendees will be contacted in advance of the visit, to help us plan for their individual needs.
Please email Lawj@visitgunnersbury.org to reserve your place.

Secret Maps: Relaxed Hours @ British Library, London
2025-11-23 11:15 - 13:00 | British Library, London, NW1 2DB, United Kingdom
This event is particularly suitable for neurodivergent people and those with other sensory needs, but anyone who would benefit from visiting our Secret Maps exhibition at a quieter time is welcome. The number of tickets available will be limited to ensure the gallery is not too crowded. Our staff will be on hand to give you a warm welcome and support your visit.
For ages 14+ this event is free.
All visitors to this special opening will receive a visual story in advance via e-mail to provide information on what to expect at the event. Please note that the rest of the Library will be open to the general public.
This event is free and aimed at visitors aged 14+ and their family or carers. All tickets need to be pre-booked for everyone in your party.
If you require any other access support, please contact us on outreach@bl.uk.
Your support
The British Library is a charity. Your support helps us open up a world of knowledge and inspiration for everyone. Please consider adding a donation to your basket.
Dates and times
Sunday 23 November
11.15
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Sunday 23 November
11.45
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Relaxed Hours: Gilbert & George @ Hayward Gallery, London
2025-11-26 15:00 - 18:00 | Hayward Gallery, London, SE1 8XX

Jennie Baptiste: Rhythm & Roots - Relaxed Session @ Somerset House, London
2025-11-28 09:00 - 11:30 | Somerset House, London, WC2R 1LA
Jennie Baptiste: Rhythm & Roots – Relaxed Session
We are hosting a relaxed session for anyone who would like to explore Jennie Baptiste: Rhythm & Roots in a calm and comfortable environment on Fri 28 Nov 2025, 9–11.30am.
What’s On
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To ensure that the exhibition is as welcoming and calm as possible, we:
Limit the number of visitors in the session
Lower elements of AV in the space
Provide Access Packs – available at the entrance to the exhibition. These contain: Noise cancelling headphones, magnifying glass sheets for reading any printed text, a large print guide and a stress ball
Run regular disability awareness sessions with our staff
Provide a safe/calm space to help assist visitors who may be overwhelmed due to the new environment
For any questions about these sessions, please contact visitor@somersethouse.org.uk or for general ticketing enquiries please call +44 (0)333 320 2836. Lines are open between 09.00-18.00- Mon-Fri, 10.00-18.00 Sat/Sun/Bank Holidays.Please be aware that we do not offer refunds or exchanges as per our terms and conditions of sale. We look forward to welcoming you to Somerset House.
A landmark exhibition celebrating Jennie Baptiste, a defining voice in British photography — capturing the sound, style, and spirit of Black British youth culture from the 1990s to today.
This autumn, Somerset House presents Jennie Baptiste: Rhythm & Roots — the first major solo exhibition from pioneering Black British photographer Jennie Baptiste.
Spanning three decades of photography, the exhibition showcases iconic and previously unseen portraits from Baptiste’s archive, celebrating the rich cultural influence of Black British communities across music, fashion, and youth identity. From the flamboyant energy of London’s dancehall scene to the rise of hip hop and R&B, Baptiste’s lens offers a vital visual record of a generation in motion.
Visitors will encounter defining images of figures including Roots Manuva, Estelle, Ms Dynamite and NAS, as well as street portraits of everyday icons from 1990s Brixton and beyond. A highlight includes the return of Revolutions @33 1/3 rpm — Baptiste’s seminal documentation of London’s hip hop DJ scene, exhibited here for the first time since 1999, complete with original mixes from the DJs she photographed.
The exhibition also features Black Chains of Icon, a powerful conceptual series exploring themes of Black identity, resilience, and legacy through layered materials, historic quotes, and experimental printing techniques.
Immersive and celebratory, Rhythm & Roots affirms Baptiste’s rightful place in the canon of British photography. Presented with a soundtrack of DJ-curated mixes, a public programme of talks, and creative responses from the community, this exhibition honours the sound, style, and stories that shaped a cultural movement — and continue to shape it today.
Header Image: Roots Manuva by Jennie Baptiste, 1999.

Wayne McGregor: Infinite Bodies Relaxed Sessions @ Somerset House, London
2025-11-28 09:30 - 11:00 | Somerset House, London, WC2R 1LA
Wayne McGregor: Infinite Bodies Relaxed Sessions
We are hosting a Relaxed Sessions for anyone who would like to explore Wayne McGregor: Infinite Bodies in a calm and comfortable environment, including people with autism and other neurodiverse needs, as well as their siblings, families and carers.
These will be held on Friday 28 November 2025 and Friday 23 January 2026 at 9.30–11am
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To ensure that Wayne McGregor: Infinite Bodies is as welcoming and calm as possible, we:
Limit the number of visitors in the session
Lower elements of AV in the space
Provide Access Packs – available at the entrance to the exhibition. These contain: Noise cancelling headphones, magnifying glass sheets for reading any printed text, a large print guide and a stress ball
Run regular disability awareness sessions with our staff
Provide a safe/calm space to help assist visitors who may be overwhelmed due to the new environment
This autumn, Somerset House proudly presents Infinite Bodies, a groundbreaking exhibition dedicated to the polymath practice of internationally renowned choreographer and director Sir Wayne McGregor CBE. Marking the culmination of Somerset House’s 25th birthday celebrations, it will offer a bold exploration of McGregor’s three-decade career.
This landmark exhibition explores how McGregor’s investigations into the body, movement and cutting-edge digital technologies have radically redefined our perception of physical intelligence. A series of multi-sensory choreographic installations, performances and experiments will take over Somerset House’s Embankment Galleries, including spectacular new commissions. Extending the experience beyond Somerset House, a major off-site installation will also be presented at Stone Nest in London’s West End — forming part of a city-wide celebration of Infinite Bodies.
Reflecting the collaborative nature that defines Studio Wayne McGregor’s creative home in East London, the exhibition features collaborations with world-leading artists, designers, musicians, and technologists, such as Industrial Light & Magic, artist group Random International, Oscar-winning sound designer Nicolas Becker, renowned music producer LEXX, and artists Ben Cullen Williams and Jeffrey Shaw. McGregor also continues his creative exchanges with visionary collaborators such as fashion designer Gareth Pugh, visual artist Theresa Baumgartner, photographer Indigo Lewin, and filmmaker Ruth Hogben.
At select moments during the run, Company Wayne McGregor, the world-class dancers in residence, will bring the artworks to life, offering audiences a rare glimpse into their creative process. These special appearances will take place on unannounced dates.
Image: Wayne McGregor: ON THE OTHER EARTH, Company Wayne McGregor (Jasiah Marshall) 2025, Photo credit Ravi Deepres and Luke Unsworth

Friday Late: Radical Kinship @ V&A, London
2025-11-28 18:30 - 22:00 | V&A, London, SW7 2RL, United Kingdom
Friday Late: Radical Kinship
This Friday Late reimagines how we relate to the world through disabled creativity.
Drop-in
Friday, 28 November 2025
V&A South Kensington
Free
+44 (0)20 7942 2000
Friday, 28 November 2025
18.30 – 22.00
V&A South Kensington
Cromwell Road
London, SW7 2RL
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Free event
Experience how artists and thinkers subvert the way we move, sense and co-create. Immerse yourselves in radical, interactive spaces, exploring diverse narratives around connections, rhythms and access. Through music, performances, talks and workshops, celebrate disabled ingenuity, resilience and ways of life. Embrace transformative practices of care, justice and interdependence, guiding us all to navigate future challenges.
All events are free, and places are designated on a first-come, first-served basis unless stated otherwise. Please note, if the V&A or any of the activations reaches capacity, we will allow access on a one-in, one-out basis. If you would like to know whether spaces are still available for an event, please approach our access support staff at Cromwell Road and Exhibition Road entrances. BSL support is also available at these two locations.

Sensory Friendly Workshop @ V&A, London
2025-11-29 11:00 - 16:00 | V&A, London, SW7 2RL, United Kingdom
Sensory Friendly
Take part in these free child and family workshops for visitors with a neurodiversity or sensory processing disorder and their families, get creative and have fun!
Workshop
Saturday, 29 November 2025
V&A South Kensington
Free
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+44 (0)20 7942 2000
Saturday, 29 November 2025
11.00 – 16.00
V&A South Kensington
Cromwell Road
London, SW7 2RL
Art Studio, Learning Centre
Families
Free event
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Sensory Friendly photo
Come along to our Sensory Friendly monthly workshop for neurodiverse visitors of all ages and their families.
As a family you’ll get to design, make, experiment and draw using lightboxes, overhead projectors and a range of materials. Play with light and dark, reflections, shadows, and colours.
If you need a break, there will be a breakout space available through the day, with one within the event space and the other nearby. This space will have: a blackout tent, cushions, sensory toys, and ear defenders.
All activities are optional, and you can visit at any point during the event timings, between 11am – 4pm. However, please book your tickets to give us an idea if you’re likely to visit us earlier 11am-1:30pm, or later in the day 1:30-4pm.
These sessions are created and led by Groundswell Arts.
This is an activity for families where either a child or the parent/ carer/ guardian has a neurodiversity or sensory processing disorder. This is a free, drop-in event for families to enjoy all together; no child can be left unattended. Suitable for ages 5+.
All materials will be provided, all sourced sustainably. No previous creative experience is necessary.
Siblings, family members, and carers, of all ages are all welcome (please book a space for each child attending).
The Museum is accessible and step-free. Please find further information by clicking here
Image credit: Groundswell Arts Shadows 2 – Credit Anna Gordon

Night Owls @ Science Museum, London
2025-11-29 18:30 - 21:30 | Science Museum, SW7 2DD
Night Owls is a sensory friendly event for visitors aged 16+ who need a quieter environment to enjoy the museum.
NEXT NIGHT OWLS: Saturday 29 November 2025
This event is suitable for those who benefit from visiting the museum free from the hustle and bustle of the general public (for example, individuals with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences).
Taking place on selected dates across the year, we open the museum exclusively after hours, and wherever possible will have adjusted operations and/or lowered volume levels on exhibits.
As well as exploring some of the galleries, you can enjoy a selection of fun activities across the museum. There will also be quiet areas for those needing to take a break. More details on exactly what to expect on the day will be sent out in advance of each Night Owls event.
General admission to Night Owls accessible events is free and suitable for visitors aged 16+. Family and friends are free to attend as well, but everyone will need to book a free ticket in advance of the event
Information
Accessible event
Date: Saturday 29 November 2025
Time: 18.30–21.30
Price: Free but booking required
Age: 16+ only
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Relaxed Mornings: Cecil Beaton's Fashionable World @ National Portrait Gallery, London
2025-11-30 09:00 - 10:30 | National Portrait Gallery, London, Greater London, WC2H 0HE, United Kingdom
Relaxed Mornings:
Cecil Beaton’s Fashionable World
Colour photo of a man and young boy sitting on the Gallery floor writing in an activity book
© Jonny Guardiani
30 November 2025, 09.00-10.30
Meet Gallery main entrance on Ross Place
Free (booking required)
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Our Relaxed Mornings have been designed for children with SEND and their families and carers, as well as individuals of any age with sensory differences or disabilities.
Relaxed Mornings provide an informal, friendly and safe environment where visitors can explore exhibitions at their own pace, in their own way, without feeling overwhelmed by the crowds or worried about disturbing others.
We aim to ensure reduced visitor numbers during our Relaxed Mornings and minimise audio-visual and other sensory elements inside the Gallery. Chill-out zones and a range of creative tools, including Sensory Bags which are free to borrow, are available for visitors to enjoy within the exhibition.
A Visual Story will be sent to visitors in advance of their visit to help them prepare for the experience of visiting the Cecil Beaton’s Fashionable World exhibition.
Relaxed Mornings have been designed for visitors to enjoy our exhibitions independently; please be aware these sessions do not include a tour or workshop.
Important information:
Tickets and cloakroom are free, but booking is essential to reserve your place.
A carer or companion does not need to book a ticket.
Guide and assistance dogs are very welcome in the Gallery. Please ensure your dog is wearing its harness within the Gallery.
When you arrive, please meet at the main entrance on Ross Place. More information about getting to the Gallery can be found in the Access section of our website.
If you have any access requirements you want us to be aware of, or need assistance booking a ticket please email info@npg.org.uk.
Check the Access section of our website for more information about accessibility at the Gallery.
Plan your visit

Relaxed Openings of Thirst: In Search of Freshwater @ Wellcome Collection, London
2025-11-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE
Join us for a relaxed opening of the ‘Thirst: In Search of Freshwater‘ exhibition. Relaxed openings provide a calm, friendly atmosphere with additional support and facilities.
You will find:

extra staff available to help you
fewer people in the exhibition
sensory-support equipment (including ear defenders, tinted glasses and visors, stim toys and weighted lap pads)
comfortable cushions and mats if you need to sit or lie down in the exhibition
a chill-out space.

For a break from the exhibition and gallery spaces, take advantage of our Chill-Out Room. This room has low lighting, comfortable seating, cushions, mats and space to move around and be yourself.

Relaxed Exhibition Viewing : Wildlife Photographer of the Year @ Natural History Museum, London
2025-12-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Relaxed Exhibition Viewing
Our relaxed viewings allow our disabled and neurodiverse visitors to see the newest edition of our Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition away from the daytime crowds.
Book your tickets
Until 12 July 2026
From £15.50
Members: free
East Pavillion Gallery
Exhibitions
People and planet
Art and science
Relaxed visit
Audio-described
Experience the exhibition’s breathtaking photography in a quieter setting at one of our relaxed viewings, designed specifically for our neurodiverse and disabled visitors.
With a reduced capacity, careful lighting and low-noise levels, these viewings allow you to explore the natural world in all its beauty and fragility through the work of the world’s best wildlife photographers. From the peaks of the high mountains to the deep polar seas, meet the incredible creatures that call these places home in this year’s selection of stunning images.
Come face to face with species at risk of extinction as well as those we’ve brought back from the brink. Plus, see first-hand how our activities – good and bad – are shaping the natural world on which we all depend.
Step into a world of wonder, where every image tells a powerful story. Book your visit today and see our planet through a different lens.

Dawnosaurs @ Natural History Museum, London
2025-12-06 08:00 - 10:00 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Dawnosaurs: Relaxed Morning Visit

Event information

Neurodivergent children and their families have the opportunity to explore the museum before anyone else and enjoy activities around different themes.
19 February, 10 May, 23 July, 11 October, 6 December
08.00-10.00
Free, booking required
Tickets for February and May will go on sale in early January

Dawnosaurs is a free event for neurodivergent children (including autism ADHD, Tourette’s, OCD and other sensory processing difficulties).
Enjoy the Museum, free from the hustle and bustle of the general public. Visitors have access to a wide range of galleries and activities, supported by and led by experienced, neurodivergent-aware facilitators.
This event is best for children aged five to 15, and siblings are welcome.
Tickets
It’s essential that all visitors book a free ticket online in advance. Tickets are released for each event a few months in advance.
Please read the essential information before booking.

Dawnosaurs Visual Story (PDF 3.40MB)

Essential information

FAQs

Can’t make it to the Museum?

If you can’t make it to the Museum but still want to join in on the Dawnosaurs fun, take part in our free online activities from home at a time that suits you.

Discover Dawnosaurs online

2025 event dates
Wednesday 19 February (on sale soon)
Saturday 10 May (on sale soon)
Wednesday 23 July
Saturday 11 October
Saturday 6 December

FULLY BOOKED Christmas Early Explorer Morning @ London Transport Museum
2025-12-06 08:30 - 10:00 | London Transport Museum, WC2E 7BB
Christmas Early Explorer morning
London Transport Museum, London
A child sitting in Santa’s sleigh while looking at her mum
Upcoming dates:
Saturday 6 December 2025, 08:30-10:00
Introduction
Explore the Museum at a quieter time
We open outside our regular hours on certain special days for families with children with special educational needs, neurodivergent and disabled children. Enjoy the Museum at a quieter time, free from the general public and with many of the gallery sounds turned off.
Explore our All Aboard family spaces, get hands-on with genuine parts of transport history and make use of our sensory bags to support exploring the collection. There will also be a chance to meet Santa and enjoy our family activities!
Information
Advanced booking is essential as places are limited. Families are welcome to stay later, general public will be admitted from 10:00.
Tickets:
Free for children with one accompanying adult. Additional adults, £18.50.
Meeting Santa:
Meet Santa and his elf during your Early Explorer visit.
Festive family activities:
Plenty of unique activities for families to engage with.

Quiet Mornings: Cecil Beaton's Fashionable World @ National Portrait Gallery, London
2025-12-06 09:00 - 10:30 | National Portrait Gallery, London, Greater London, WC2H 0HE, United Kingdom
Quiet Mornings:
Cecil Beaton’s Fashionable World
Colour photo of a white woman in profile looking at the sculpture of a man’s head inside a glass case
© David Parry
6 December 2025, 09.00-10.30
Meet Gallery main entrance on Ross Place
Free (booking required)
Book now
Our Quiet Mornings have been designed for neurodivergent visitors, people with sensory differences or disabilities, or anyone who would benefit from a calm and quiet environment.
Quiet Mornings offer a lower stress space to enjoy our exhibitions. To ensure a peaceful experience, we reduce visitor numbers and minimise noise throughout the Gallery. We ask that Quiet Morning visitors please respect others and talk quietly. Phones and devices must be switched off or placed on silent.
A Visual Story will be sent to visitors in advance of their visit to help them prepare for the experience of visiting the Cecil Beaton’s Fashionable World exhibition.
Quiet Mornings have been designed for visitors to enjoy our exhibitions independently; please be aware that these sessions do not include a tour or workshop.
Important information:
Tickets and cloakroom are free, but booking is essential to reserve your place.
A carer or companion does not need to book a ticket.
Guide and assistance dogs are very welcome in the Gallery. Please ensure your dog is wearing its harness within the Gallery.
When you arrive, please meet at the main entrance on Ross Place. More information about getting to the Gallery can be found in the Access section of our website.
If you have any access requirements you want us to be aware of, or need assistance booking a ticket please email info@npg.org.uk.
Check the Access section of our website for more information about accessibility at the Gallery.
Plan your visit

Relaxed Exhibition Viewing: Wildlife Photographer of the Year @ Natural History Museum, London
2025-12-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Relaxed Exhibition Viewing
Our relaxed viewings allow our disabled and neurodiverse visitors to see the newest edition of our Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition away from the daytime crowds.
Book your tickets
Until 12 July 2026
From £15.50
Members: free
East Pavillion Gallery
Exhibitions
People and planet
Art and science
Relaxed visit
Audio-described
Experience the exhibition’s breathtaking photography in a quieter setting at one of our relaxed viewings, designed specifically for our neurodiverse and disabled visitors.
With a reduced capacity, careful lighting and low-noise levels, these viewings allow you to explore the natural world in all its beauty and fragility through the work of the world’s best wildlife photographers. From the peaks of the high mountains to the deep polar seas, meet the incredible creatures that call these places home in this year’s selection of stunning images.
Come face to face with species at risk of extinction as well as those we’ve brought back from the brink. Plus, see first-hand how our activities – good and bad – are shaping the natural world on which we all depend.
Step into a world of wonder, where every image tells a powerful story. Book your visit today and see our planet through a different lens.
See event dates and times

Post Early: Relaxed Events @ Postal Museum, London
2025-12-07 10:00 - 17:00 | Postal Museum, London, WC1X 0DA
Post Early: Relaxed Events

7 December / 10.00 – 17.00 Booking opens near event
The Postal Museum

£3.50 per person

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What is Post Early?
Post Early is a relaxed event that has been co-produced with Ambitious about Autism and a group of their autistic Youth Patrons.
Although the event is designed to support autistic and neurodiverse people, including families and adults, it is suitable for anyone who would benefit from visiting the museum when it is less crowded.

Admission

£3.50 per person.
Visitors are welcome to book a space for 1 accompanying companion or carer (included in the admission fee). Please contact the Bookings Support Team if you require additional essential companion or carer tickets at bookings@postalmuseum.org.
Admission includes entry to all exhibitions and an optional ride on Mail Rail.

About the event
At this event visitors can:

Ride Mail Rail.
Visit Sorted!, the Postal Play Space.
Explore the exhibitions with adjusted sounds and lighting.
Take part in a creative arts and crafts activity.
Relax in our breakout space.
Borrow sensory support items.
Enjoy 20% off food and drink in the cafe.

Mail Rail access
Mail Rail carriages have size and accessibility restrictions. Read our Mail Rail page to find out more about ride restrictions and what to expect, to help you decide if riding is suitable for you.

Travelling to the museum
The nearest step-free stations are Farringdon (15 minute walk) and King’s Cross which is a 20-minute walk to the museum.
See our Visit us page for more information about travelling to the museum.

Pre-visit information
To help you plan your trip, visit our Accessibility page for useful information, including a visual story and a pre-visit film.

Quieter Time @ Tower Bridge, London
2025-12-13 09:30 - 11:30 | Tower Bridge, SE1 2UP
Quieter Time
A calmer way to explore London’s defining landmark
We know that visiting a busy attraction can be challenging for people who experience the world differently. That’s why we offer Quieter Time: a specially-designated period, designed to create a more inclusive and comfortable environment for all.
About Quieter Time
Quieter Time is ideal for:
Neurodivergent individuals
People living with dementia
Blind or visually impaired visitors
Deaf or hearing-impaired visitors
Anyone seeking a more tranquil experience
Families, friends, and carers accompanying any of the above
What to expect:
To help make your visit as smooth and enjoyable as possible, we:
Limit the number of visitors inside the Bridge
Turn off loud hand dryers and provide disposable hand towels
Reduce the volume of soundscapes and video
Run regular disability and access awareness training for our staff
Provide a visual story to help you plan ahead
Offer Access Toolkits with sensory items for those who may feel overwhelmed
Please note there are approx. 200 stairs up the North Tower (there is Lift access available if required).
Whether you’re visiting with others or on your own, Quieter Time helps you explore inside Tower Bridge in a way that suits you best.
On the second Saturday of every month, we are more relaxed with even further reduced capacity from 09:30 to 11:00. Previously called Relaxed Openings.
Booking information
Upcoming dates
Saturday 8 November, 9:30-11:10. The attraction will open to the general public at 11:30 but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.
Saturday 13 December, 9:30 -11:10. The attraction will open to the general public at 11:30 but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.
Price: Standard entry charge
Guarantee your entry to Tower Bridge by booking your tickets online.
Book now
Important information
If you have access needs, please plan your route in advance.
Getting here
If you have further questions, please contact us:
+44 (0)20 7407 9191
bookings@towerbridge.org.uk
For more detail about your visit, view our Visual Story in advance:
View the Visual Story

Relaxed Family Workshop: The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland @ British Library, London
2025-12-13 10:30 - 12:45 | British Library, London, NW1 2DB, United Kingdom
Relaxed Family Workshop: The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland
Start your festive adventures at the Library at this event designed for SEND families.
Saturday 13 December 10.30
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Location
Knowledge Centre, British Library, London
Duration
10.30 – 12.45
Age
5+
Price
Free, booking essential
Additional Information
Step-free access
An illustration of characters from Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland including Alice, the Queen of Hearts and the Cheshire Cat in a snowy Christmas scene. Text reads The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland, in partnership with Macmillan Children’s Books and Lupus Films. With Carys Bexington and Kate Hindley.
Credit: The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland (c) Carys Bexington and Kate Hindley 2019 and 2023
We’re welcoming author Carys Bexington and illustrator Kate Hindley for a fun-filled wonderland treat, designed for SEND families.
Discover their enchanting picture book The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland, which reimagines Lewis Carroll’s whimsical Wonderland world – but this time, it’s St. Nick’s turn for an adventure down the rabbit hole!
This relaxed event has been designed for families with special educational needs and disabilities and will have reduced numbers. If your family does not need to attend the relaxed event, please book onto the afternoon workshop instead.
Join Carys and Kate to discover their picture book through storytelling and fun draw-a-longs. Then sit back, relax, and enjoy a special screening of the animated film adaptation from Lupus Films. A dedicated sensory room will also be available for children needing a quieter and calmer space.
Please book one ticket for every member of your group.
Please note this screening is for family audiences only. This film has been BBFC classified a U – but assessing suitability of any film is the responsibility of parents/guardians. Please see www.bbfc.co.uk for more information on film ratings and content guidelines.
If you require any other access support, please contact us on outreach@bl.uk.
Learn more about your visit, accessibility, our facilities and cafés.
