Relaxed Evening Event: Ancient Sculpture @ British Museum, London
2025-08-04 18:30 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | British Museum, London, WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
This event welcomes people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs seeking a calmer environment.
Join us for a relaxed evening at the Museum devoted to exploring the wonders of ancient sculpture. This event offers a unique opportunity to experience the Museum’s Egyptian, Greek and Roman galleries in a calm, sensory-friendly environment ideal for visitors with learning disabilities, their families, friends and carers.
During this event, guests can view, sketch and even touch some of the pieces of the galleries at their own pace, learning about the distinctive styles, materials and techniques used by sculptors from the ancient civilisations of Egypt, Greece and Rome.
Booking information

Book now(Opens in new window) to secure your place.
Please meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6.30pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.
Carers and Disabled people’s companions do not need to book a ticket.
Assistance dogs are very welcome in the Museum.
If you have any access requirements or need assistance booking this event please email access@britishmuseum.org or phone +44 (0)20 7323 8971.

Seacole Sessions - Design a Dressing (with Storytelling) @ Museum of the Order of St John, London
2025-08-05 11:00 - 14:30 | Museum of the Order of St John, London, EC1M 4DA
Learn simple bandaging techniques whilst illustrating your own bandage.

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.

Relaxed Visits @ Newton Abbot Museum, Devon
2025-08-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Newton Abbot Museum, Newton Abbot, TQ12 1JQ, United Kingdom
Upcoming Relaxed visits
Newton Abbot Museum welcomes anyone who might benefit from visiting the Museum at a quieter time.
Upcoming Sessions:
Monday 11th August, 1pm-3pm
Monday 27th October, 1pm-3pm
Monday 16th February, 1pm-3pm
In the meantime you can contact the museum to find out when the quieter times in the museum are.

View of Newton Abbot Museum from the Welcome Desk

Explore our galleries in a calm and relaxed environment where we will ensure our sound levels are reduced. There will be a quiet space available away from the galleries, and you are welcome to borrow our new sensory bags and ear-defenders.
These sessions are great for visitors with Autistic Spectrum Disorder or other communication and sensory needs and their families / carers but are suitable for all.

‘Chill Out’ Room

To help you prepare for your visit we have made a visual story which you can see if you click here. For other access information please visit our Museum Access page.
If you have any questions about the Museum’s relaxed visits or require any further information, please email museum@newtonabbot-tc.gov.uk or phone 01626 201121

Seacole Sessions Family Activity: Lavender Playdough @ Museum of the Order of St John, London
2025-08-12 11:00 - 14:30 | Museum of the Order of St John, London, EC1M 4DA
Join us for scented fun by making your own lavender playdough to take home!

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.

Space: Could Life Exist Beyond Earth? Relaxed Exhibition Viewing @ Natural History Museum, London
2025-08-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Space: Could Life Exist Beyond Earth? Relaxed Exhibition Viewing
Experience our out-of-this-world exhibition away from busy daytime crowds at one of our relaxed exhibition viewings, designed specifically for disabled and neurodiverse visitors.
Book your tickets
4 June 2025 – 7 February 2026, first Saturday and first Wednesday of each month
Adult: £7–£16.50, Child: £3.50–£8.25, Disabled person’s companion: Free, Member: Free
Waterhouse Gallery
Exhibitions
Relaxed visit
Audio-described
Our newest exhibition transports you to distant worlds as you explore space in the search for life.
Travel from Earth’s extreme environments to asteroids, go back in time on Mars, dive beneath the surface of icy moons and venture beyond our solar system. Explore the latest science and get up close to the technology that’s bringing us nearer to discovering if anything is out there. Smell planets, touch parts of our solar system, design your own space mission and see what scientists believe could exist in our out-of-this-world exhibition.

Relaxed Wonderlab: The Bramall Gallery @ National Railway Museum, York
2025-08-13 10:00 - 12:30 | National Railway Museum, York, YO26 4XJ, United Kingdom
Relaxed Wonderlab
Relaxed Wonderlab is a sensory friendly event for families with members who would like a quieter environment to enjoy the gallery.
This event is suitable for anyone that would 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).
Sessions will have adjusted lighting and sound, a flexible learning offer and designated quiet areas for visitors.
Selected dates:
Book here for 13 August 2025
Book here for 8 November 2025
Book here for 1 February 2026

Quieter Time @ Tower Bridge, London
2025-08-13 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-28 10:30 - 12:00 | 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 9 August, 9:30-11:30. The attraction will open to the general public at 11:30 but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.
Wednesday 13 August, 13:10, 13:30, 13:50, 14:10.
Thursday 28 August, 10:30, 10:50, 11:10, 11:30.
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

Quiet Openings @ Keswick Museum, Cumbria
2025-08-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Keswick Museum, Keswick, CA12 4NF, United Kingdom
Sensational Museum and Tale Telt exhibitions.
These sessions are aimed at anyone who would benefit from experiencing out multisensory and audio based exhibitions at a quieter time of day and with background noises reduced.

Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey
2025-08-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Brooklands Museum, Weybridge, KT13 0QN, United Kingdom
Quiet Hour, Saturday 16 August from 9am.

Our Aircraft Factory the home of our Wellington Bomber, the Flight Shed where you have a go at deciphering Morse Code, step inside the Vickers Wellington walkthrough as well as being able to get up close and sit in the pilot’s seats of the Hawker Hunter and Harrier aircraft.*
Visitors who are neurodivergent can enjoy these areas of the Museum, free from the hustle and bustle of our normal opening hours.
​​​Our Café will be open for our ‘Brooklands Breakfast offer’.
The Museum will then be open as normal from 10am – 4pm when all our exhibit areas will be open. *some activities have step access only

Relaxed Openings of Thirst: In Search of Freshwater @ Wellcome Collection, London
2025-08-16 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.

Morning Stars: Advanced Show @ Royal Observatory, Greenwich
2025-08-16 10:15 - 11:00 | Planetarium, Royal Observatory, London, SE10 8XJ
Morning Stars

Relaxed planetarium shows for those who prefer a calmer environment, such as people with autism

Ticketed
Essential Information

Type
Planetarium shows

Location

Royal Observatory

Date and Times
17 and 22 February, 7 and 11 April, 26 and 30 May, 2 and 16 August | 10.15-11.00am

Prices
£10 Adult | £5 Child | Free Companion tickets

10% off for members. Not a member? Join now

Book now Member Tickets

Our Morning Stars planetarium shows are designed for anyone who would benefit from a calmer and more relaxed environment, in particular those with autism.

These shows are presented live by a Royal Observatory astronomer with several adaptations from our normal planetarium sessions, including:

Room lighting is left at a higher level, bright enough that you can walk around safely, and leave and re-enter the show if you wish.
Narration is much slower and calmer.
The presenter will describe everything before it happens, giving plenty of time for you to prepare for any changes in light levels, imagery or sounds.
A small number of ear defenders will be available to borrow for the duration of the show. You will be able to take a pair after you enter the planetarium.
Fewer tickets are available so there is more space to spread out from other visitors.
The show runs at the beginning of the day, so fewer visitors will be around the site in general.

To help you prepare for your Morning Stars show, we have a visual guide to visiting the planetarium available to download.

Download Morning Stars Visual Story – Jun 2024.pdf
pdf, 2.58 MB

Free entry to the Royal Observatory Site is included with this show. Please note that this site will also be open to general entry, so may be overwhelming for some.

There are different variations of this show, to suit those with different levels of astronomy knowledge:

Variation
Upcoming Dates

Beginners
17 February, 7 April, 30 May, 2 August

Advanced
22 February, 11 April, 26 May, 16 August

Beginners show
10.15-11.00am | Royal Observatory Greenwich
This version of the show is more suitable for younger children or anyone who has very little knowledge of astronomy.
It will feature:

The night sky in general
Constellations
The Moon
Mars
Saturn
Deep space images

Advanced show
10.15-11.00am | Royal Observatory Greenwich
This version of the show is more suitable for older children, adults or anyone who would benefit from a more in-depth look into the subject.
It will feature:

The night sky in general
Constellations
Star formation
How stars end
The Moon
The planets with a close look at at least one
Galaxies (if time allows)

Under-5s will not be admitted – the beginners show is suitable for younger children.

How to book

Planetarium shows are available to book online and by phone. Our shows are very popular, so to prevent any disappointment, we recommend booking your tickets in advance.
To book your tickets, please click here or contact the Bookings team on 0208 312 6608. The office is open Monday-Sunday, 9am-5pm.
We have a very limited number of free tickets for each session available for Members of Royal Museums Greenwich. Please contact the Membership office to learn more.

Check out the full list of upcoming planetarium shows and events here.
Header image by ESA/Hubble & NASA

Early Birds Evening @ Science Museum, London
2025-08-16 18:30 - 21:30 | Science Museum, SW7 2DD
Future dates
Early Birds Evening: Saturday 16 August 2025, 18:30-21:30
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More about Early Birds
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 Saturdays and Sundays across the year, we open the museum exclusively before or 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 workshops in a gallery space. 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 Early Birds event.
The Early Birds accessible events are completely free and suitable for families with children aged 4–15. Siblings are welcome to attend, but all children and adults attending the event will need to book.

Relaxed Mornings: Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2025 @ National Portrait Gallery, London
2025-08-17 09:00 - 10:30 | National Portrait Gallery, London, Greater London, WC2H 0HE, United Kingdom
Relaxed Mornings:
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2025
Colour photo of a man and young boy sitting on the Gallery floor writing in an activity book
© Jonny Guardiani
17 August 2025, 09.00-10.30
Meet Gallery main entrance on Ross Place
Free (booking required)
Book now
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 Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2025 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

SENDsational Mornings @ NHM, Tring
2025-08-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Natural History Museum Tring, Tring, HP23 6AP
SENDsational Mornings at Tring

An opportunity for children with neurodiverse conditions to enjoy the Museum at a quieter time.

Book your tickets

The Natural History Museum at Tring

Sunday 17 August and Sunday 9 November, 10.00–12.00

Free, booking required

Pre-visit information (PDF 185KB)Pre-visit visual guide (PDF 3.5MB)

We are excited to present SENDsational Mornings at Tring, Hertfordshire.
Our 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.
This event is best for children aged five to 15 and siblings are welcome.
What can you expect from the experience?

Visitors have access to a few activities including specimen handling, crafting and a gallery trail.
All activities are supported by experienced, autism-aware facilitators.
A sensory space will be available for those children needing a quieter and calmer space.
All of the galleries, outdoor spaces and the shop will be accessible throughout the event.
Each event has a different theme. In May it’s rainforests, in August it’s Oceans and the theme for November is Autumn.

Walk-ups are not possible – you must have a ticket. Adult tickets are limited to three per group.
We 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.
The Museum in South Kensington has been successfully running a similar event called Dawnosaurs for the past four years.
Before your visit take a look at our pre-visit information including a visual guide and logistics and facilities information.

Post Early: Relaxed Events @ Postal Museum, London
2025-08-18 10:00 - 17:00 | Postal Museum, London, WC1X 0DA
Post Early: Relaxed Events

18 August / 10.00 – 17.00 Booking opens near event
The Postal Museum

£3.50 per person

Book now

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.

Relaxed Evening Event - Ancient India, Living traditions @ British Museum, London
2025-08-18 18:30 - 20:00 | British Museum, London, WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
This relaxed event provides a calmer environment to view the Ancient India: living traditions exhibition for people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs.
Where does the image of the beloved and playful Hindu god Ganesha, with his elephant head and rounded belly, originate? What inspired depictions of the serene Buddha and Jain enlightened teachers?
Reaching back more than 2,000 years, this new exhibition explores the origins of Hindu, Jain and Buddhist sacred art in the ancient and powerful nature spirits of India, and the spread of this art beyond the subcontinent.
From the symbolic footprints which preceded portrayals of the Buddha in human form to the cosmic serpents incorporated into Hindu art and the nature spirits who attend Jain enlightened teachers, this compelling exhibition tells the ancient stories behind these living traditions.
This event is part of the public programme supporting Ancient India: living traditions (22 May – 19 October 2025).
Booking information

Book now(Opens in new window) to reserve your place.
Please meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6.30pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.
Please note this event does not include any tour or activity within the exhibition.
Carers and Disabled people’s companions do not need to book a ticket.
Assistance dogs are very welcome in the Museum.
If you have any access requirements or need assistance booking this event please email access@britishmuseum.org or phone +44 (0)20 7323 8971.

Scheduled dates

June 2025

Monday 16 June
Times:18.30–20.00Status:

July 2025

Monday 07 July
Times:18.30–20.00Status:

August 2025

September 2025

Autism Friendly Opening @ Oxford Museum of Natural History
2025-08-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Oxford, OX1 3PW
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Autism Friendly Opening

Autism Friendly Opening

Tuesday, 19 August 2025
09:00 – 10:00
This is a free event but booking is required. To book your place(s) please email: education@oum.ox.ac.uk.

About the event
A relaxed morning opening for families with members on the Autism Spectrum to explore the Museum collections in a quiet environment. More information, including a visual guide, will be emailed to attendees a week prior to the event to help you to prepare for your visit. Please note that although this is a relaxed opening there may still be noises in the Museum so please bring along ear protectors if required. This is a joint event with the Pitt Rivers Museum.

Accessibility information

Wheelchair accessible?
Yes

Hearing loops?
No

Seating?
Yes

Refreshments?
No

Flashing lights?
No

Loud noises?
No

Relaxed Family Morning: Pots and Portraits @ Wallace Collection, London
2025-08-19 09:00 - 12:00 | The Wallace Collection, Manchester Square, London, London, E1 3AQ, United Kingdom
Relaxed Family Morning: Pots and Portraits
Event details
Date Tuesday 19 August 2025
Time 09.00-12.00 BST
Location At the museum (Exhibition Galleries)
Tutor Marc Woodhead
Join us for an autism-friendly morning visit tailored for neurodivergent children and their families. Experience our current exhibition, Grayson Perry: Delusions of Grandeur, through engaging, multisensory activities. Express your thoughts and feelings about the exhibition by creating your own unique artwork to take home. The activities will be suitable for all skill levels and abilities.
This is a great opportunity to explore our exhibition during a quieter time. Please note that the rest of the museum will open to the general public at 10.00 BST.
Free, but pre-booking is essential. Please email schools@wallacecollection.org to book your place.

Post Early: Relaxed Events @ Postal Museum, London
2025-08-19 10:00 - 17:00 | Postal Museum, London, WC1X 0DA
Post Early: Relaxed Events

19 August / 10.00 – 17.00 Booking opens near event
The Postal Museum

£3.50 per person

Book now

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.

Virtual Beauty - Relaxed Session @ Somerset House, London
2025-08-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Somerset House, London, WC2R 1LA
Virtual Beauty – Relaxed Session

We are hosting a relaxed session for anyone who would like to explore Virtual Beauty in a calm and comfortable environment.

Relaxed sessions are to enable visitors with additional needs such as sensory processing differences, SEND or other neurodivergence to experience an exhibition in a comfortable and calm environment. Lighting levels are raised, sound/AV lowered and capacity is reduced in the gallery by 50% or more. This will be held on Friday 22 August at 10am.
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.

Quiet Afternoon @ Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
2025-08-24 14:00 - 17:00 | Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS, United Kingdom
Join us for a Quiet Afternoon on Sunday 24th August 2025, from 2pm – 5pm.
During our Quiet Afternoons, you will find reduced visitor numbers and a designated a quiet space for all to use. Additionally, all videos in our galleries will be captioned and the 4pm Planetarium show includes BSL interpretation.
Accessibility is essential to what we do at Dynamic Earth to allow everyone to discover understanding and empathy for the Earth. In addition to reduced capacity, our standard accessibility features include additional resources such as sensory bags, social stories, and sensory maps. Our staff undergo disability and neurodiversity awareness training, and we offer a wide range of sensory aids.
Further information on visitor accessibility can be found here. If there are any other adjustments we can make to facilitate your visit please get in touch with us at enquiries@dynamicearth.org.uk

Noises Off Morning @ Army Flying Museum, Hampshire
2025-03-31 09:00 - 12:30 | Army Flying Museum, Stockbridge, SO20 8FB, United Kingdom
Noises Off Morning

9am to 12.30pm on the last Monday of the month

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Our ‘Noises Off’ mornings run on the last Monday of the month between 9am and 12.30pm, however, please check the sessions by clicking on the button below because we occasionally have to cancel/move a session.
On these mornings sound effects in the Museum will be turned off, or down, so that visitors that may have sensory processing issues can explore in a quieter environment. Our booking system will also ensure that the Museum isn’t crowded on these mornings. We would advise visitors who wish to experience our normal sound effects and Helicopters in Action show to avoid visiting on these mornings, which will be marked on our booking system.
You can find information about what to expect when visiting the Museum and read our Accessibility statement HERE.

Relaxed Mondays @ The Cartoon Museum, London
2025-08-25 11:00 - 17:30 | 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

Relaxed Evening Event Hiroshige - artist of the open road @ British Museum, London
2025-08-25 18:30 - 20:00 | British Museum, London, WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
This event welcomes people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs seeking a calmer environment in which to visit the Hiroshige: artist of the open road exhibition.
The first exhibition on Hiroshige to be held at the British Museum, and the first on the artist in London for more than a quarter of a century, this is a visually stunning portrait of a country about to change forever.
From fashionable figures and energetic city views to remote landscapes and impressions of the natural world, Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858) captured many aspects of life in the Japan of his time. Stunning bird-and-flower prints reveal his poetic feeling for nature while his evocative landscapes reflected the growing interest in travel across Japan. Hiroshige portrayed his world sometimes as it was, but often the way he imagined it could be.
The exhibition features prints, drawings, illustrated books and paintings from the British Museum collection, as well as a significant gift and loan of prints from Alan Medaugh, a major US collector of Hiroshige’s work, and other important loans. As well as exploring Hiroshige’s incredible body of work, this show considers his global legacy, which spans from Japan’s Edo period (1615–1868) through to Vincent van Gogh and contemporary artists such as Julian Opie.
This event is part of the public programme supporting Hiroshige: artist of the open road (1 May – 7 September 2025).
Booking information

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Please meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6.30pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.
Please note this event does not include any tour or activity in the gallery.
Carers and Disabled people’s companions do not need to book a ticket.
Assistance dogs are very welcome in the Museum.
If you have any access requirements or need assistance booking this event please email access@britishmuseum.org or phone +44 (0)20 7323 8971.

Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey
2025-08-27 09:00 - 10:00 | Brooklands Museum, Weybridge, KT13 0QN, United Kingdom
Quiet Hour, Wednesday 27 August from 9am.

Our Aircraft Factory the home of our Wellington Bomber, the Flight Shed where you have a go at deciphering Morse Code, step inside the Vickers Wellington walkthrough as well as being able to get up close and sit in the pilot’s seats of the Hawker Hunter and Harrier aircraft.*
Visitors who are neurodivergent can enjoy these areas of the Museum, free from the hustle and bustle of our normal opening hours.
Concorde Sensory Tour, £3.50pp
Join us on this special guided tour of Concorde, the world’s most famous aircraft, back at its home in Brooklands. You will experience a feast for the senses as you handle genuine objects from staff and passengers of Concorde and enjoy an item from the menu! This experience is particularly suited to neurodivergent people and those with sensory needs. There will be reduced noise in this tour.
25-minute guided tour which includes:
· Complimentary Concorde Boarding pass
· Hear about the history and operation of the Concorde fleet
· Handle clothing, photographs, and memorabilia from Concorde’s flying days
· Sit in the comfort of Concorde Passenger seats
· Complimentary Concorde Flight Certificate
· Taste a sample from an actual in-flight Concorde menu
​​​Our Café will be open for our ‘Brooklands Breakfast offer’.
The Museum will then be open as normal from 10am – 5pm when all our exhibit areas will be open. *some activities have step access only

Relaxed Opening @ Cutty Sark, Greenwich
2025-08-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Cutty Sark, London, SE10 9HT, United Kingdom
Join us at this session for families, designed to welcome neurodivergent visitors, those with sensory sensitivities, and anyone who would enjoy a more peaceful way to explore this iconic ship without the crowds.
During this quiet morning all audio and visual interactives, apart from the introductory gallery film in the Lower Hold, will be turned off. If you decide to stay on the ship beyond 11am, these will be turned on and tannoy announcements will commence.
Our facilities include:

Limited on-site parking – contact families@rmg.co.uk in advance for more information
All floors have lift access but a few areas on the Main Deck are not wheelchair accessible and there are some tight turning circles
A mix of seating (chairs with or without arms, benches, mats, small beanbags)
Specialist facilitators
A visual story of the site will be shared in advance of the event. For more details, visit the access page below

Relaxed Session: Wayne McGregor: Infinite Bodies @ Somerset House, London
2025-08-28 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
What’s On
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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.
On selected dates, you will be able to witness Company Wayne McGregor, McGregor’s world-class company of dancers in residence as they activate the artworks and reveal their creative process.
Image: Wayne McGregor: ON THE OTHER EARTH, Company Wayne McGregor (Jasiah Marshall) 2025, Photo credit Ravi Deepres and Luke Unsworth

Relaxed creative workshop 'I Fow You' @ Wellcome Collection, London
2025-08-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE
What you’ll do
Join a hands-on, creative workshop where you can playfully experiment with light, colour, shadows and projection. You’ll have the chance to create your own large-scale, moving artworks. This is a space to play, explore, and create without fear of getting it wrong – just bring your curiosity.
The workshop will be led by artists Maral Mamaghanizadeh and Alice Bowen-Churchill from Spectroscope, and is inspired by the ‘1880 THAT’ exhibition  by Christine Sun Kim & Thomas Mader, and the ‘Finger Talk’ installation by Cathy Mager.
Together, we’ll explore what it feels like to live with the threat of losing one’s language and the expressive power of our hand gestures and movements – whether or not you know British Sign Language (BSL).
This workshop will be guided in BSL, with voice over interpreters available for non-signers.
There will be a Chill-Out Room available with low lighting, comfortable seating, cushions, mats, ear defenders, earplugs and sensory toys.
Who can come
This workshop is for people aged 14 to 19 years old and disabled people aged 14 to 25 years old.
