SEND-friendly hour London Transport Museum Depot @ Museum Depot - Acton
2026-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 (Europe/London) | Acton Depot – London Transport Museum, London, W3 9BQ, United Kingdom
Depot open days: design classics
Museum Depot, Acton

Event description

Join us this September for a weekend of fun and creativity – don’t miss the final Museum Depot open days of the year.
London transport’s design heritage is world-famous – but what about the people and stories behind those iconic creations? From Charles Holden’s architectural vision to Harry Beck’s revolutionary Tube map and Enid Marx’s bold Tube seating fabric or ‘moquette’ patterns, discover the names that shaped the look and feel of London.
The Museum Depot is a treasure trove of transport history, usually closed to the public. Spend the day exploring our storehouse and discover our unique stories.
What’s happening

Hands-on fun: get creative with design-themed drop-in activities designed for all ages
Unique historic items: explore the sign mezzanine, home to historic Underground maps, and see the evolution of the Underground logo
Interactive demos: join live demos and expert talks exploring the development of transport design
Creative minds welcome: step into the stunning art-deco-styled 1938 stock train, and marvel at the RM1 bus prototype with its distinctive design features
SEND-friendly hours: designed for visitors with additional needs, including visitors with special educational needs and disabled visitors

From moquette to roundels, LEGO-inspired maps to the legendary brand, design is woven into every part of London’s transport history. With activities for all ages, this is your chance to celebrate creativity, history and design.

Relaxed Morning @ Tower of London
2026-09-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Tower of London, London, Greater London, EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom
Relaxed Events, Children and Families – Tower of London

A relaxed morning event for Neurodivergent, Learning Disabled children and their families/friends

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When
Sunday 22 March 2026 & Sunday 27 September 2026
09:00 – 11:00

Booking information
Ticketing for this event is £1.00 per person.
If you wish to remain in the Tower of London after 11:00, you may do so.

Separate ticket (advance booking required)
Book tickets

Events
Families

Start of the events summaryRelaxed events at the Tower of London are for Neurodivergent and Learning Disabled children & their families (5-16).
We welcome all families who identify as Neurodivergent or Learning Disabled including ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, OCD, Tourette’s and all other sensory and processing difficulties.
Enjoy two hours at the Tower of London free from crowds between the hours of 9:00-11:00.
The event will include entry to The Tower of London, the Crown Jewels 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 family can enjoy the Tower, 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 this event with only ticket holders being permitted entry during the event time slots. Ticketing is limited to 1500 people.
Lighting, sound and general effects throughout the Tower grounds will be minimised or turned off for your comfort.
Content warnings will be placed upon spaces that may contain material audiences may find distressing.
Access guides to the Tower of London are on our accessibility page. We will not ask for proof of disability or supporting documents.
Visitors with limited mobility
The Tower of London is a historic building with difficult stairs and passageways – including spiral staircases – and wheelchair access is limited. There are many steps throughout the Tower with cobbles laid in some of the surfaces and pathways. There are some low doorways.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Find out more information about Relaxed Events, Children and Families at the Tower on our dedicated frequently asked questions.
Relaxed Events at the Tower FAQs

Visual Story

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Access information
Level access
The Jewel House, which houses the Crown Jewels, has level access. There is a moving walkway (‘travelator’) alongside the Crown Jewels. Our Palace Hosts will be happy to stop the travelator.
Mobility aids
A wheelchair is available free of charge. These cannot be pre-booked and are issued on a first-come first-served basis. It can be obtained by speaking to a member of staff on entry.
Lifts and ramps
There is a lift in the White Tower, which will take you to and from the shop in the basement. This is on the north side of the White Tower, opposite the entrance to the Crown Jewels. For safety reasons, we can only permit one wheelchair user in the basement at a time. Please ask a member of staff in the area for assistance.
There is a platform lift at the end of the moving walkway in the Crown Jewels exhibition, which allows you to access the raised platform to spend more time viewing the Crown Jewels. It is not suitable for mobility scooters. Please ask a member of the Jewel House team to use the lift.

Relaxed Events: Young People and Adults @ Kensington Palace, London
2026-09-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Kensington Palace, London, W8 4PX, United Kingdom
Relaxed Events, Children and Families – Tower of London

A relaxed morning event for Neurodivergent, Learning Disabled children and their families/friends

Skip the event ticket details and go to event summary.

When
Sunday 27 September 2026
09:00 – 11:00

Booking information
Ticketing for this event is £1.00 per person.
If you wish to remain in the Tower of London after 11:00, you may do so.

Separate ticket (advance booking required)
Book tickets

Events
Families

Start of the events summaryRelaxed events at the Tower of London are for Neurodivergent and Learning Disabled children & their families (5-16).
We welcome all families who identify as Neurodivergent or Learning Disabled including ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, OCD, Tourette’s and all other sensory and processing difficulties.
Enjoy two hours at the Tower of London free from crowds between the hours of 9:00-11:00.
The event will include entry to The Tower of London, the Crown Jewels 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 family can enjoy the Tower, 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 this event with only ticket holders being permitted entry during the event time slots. Ticketing is limited to 1500 people.
Lighting, sound and general effects throughout the Tower grounds will be minimised or turned off for your comfort.
Content warnings will be placed upon spaces that may contain material audiences may find distressing.
Access guides to the Tower of London are on our accessibility page. We will not ask for proof of disability or supporting documents.
Visitors with limited mobility
The Tower of London is a historic building with difficult stairs and passageways – including spiral staircases – and wheelchair access is limited. There are many steps throughout the Tower with cobbles laid in some of the surfaces and pathways. There are some low doorways.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Find out more information about Relaxed Events, Children and Families at the Tower on our dedicated frequently asked questions.
Relaxed Events at the Tower FAQs

Visual Story

Download Visual Story (PDF)

Access information
Level access
The Jewel House, which houses the Crown Jewels, has level access. There is a moving walkway (‘travelator’) alongside the Crown Jewels. Our Palace Hosts will be happy to stop the travelator.
Mobility aids
A wheelchair is available free of charge. These cannot be pre-booked and are issued on a first-come first-served basis. It can be obtained by speaking to a member of staff on entry.
Lifts and ramps
There is a lift in the White Tower, which will take you to and from the shop in the basement. This is on the north side of the White Tower, opposite the entrance to the Crown Jewels. For safety reasons, we can only permit one wheelchair user in the basement at a time. Please ask a member of staff in the area for assistance.
There is a platform lift at the end of the moving walkway in the Crown Jewels exhibition, which allows you to access the raised platform to spend more time viewing the Crown Jewels. It is not suitable for mobility scooters. Please ask a member of the Jewel House team to use the lift.

Dawnosaurs @ Natural History Museum, London
2026-10-10 08:00 - 11:00 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Dawnosaurs: Relaxed Morning Visit

Neurodivergent children and their families have the opportunity to explore the museum before anyone else and enjoy activities around different themes.

Book your tickets

Free, booking required

East Entrance on Exhibition Road

Families

Out of hours

Relaxed visit

Dawnosaurs is a free event for neurodivergent children, including those with 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.
It’s essential that all visitors book a free ticket online. Tickets are released for each event a few months in advance.
Please read the essential information before booking.
Find out about the security measures we have in place.

Early Explorer Morning: along the Piccadilly line @ London Transport Museum
2026-10-28 08:30 - 10:00 | London Transport Museum, WC2E 7BB
Family Events
Family SEND events

Early Explorer morning:
along the Piccadilly line
London Transport Museum, London

Explore the Museum during October half term at a quieter time, free from the general public and with many of the gallery sounds turned off.
This session is designed especially for families with children with special educational needs, neurodivergent and disabled children. There will be a sensory space, a quiet space and sensory bags available throughout the morning.
The Piccadilly line opened in 1906 and now stretches over 70km with 53 stations. In 1977, it became the first Tube line to reach Heathrow, connecting London to the whole world.
Today, it takes you to the buzz of Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square, the stunning Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park and some of the city’s most loved museums and attractions, from London Transport Museum to the Natural History Museum and V&A.

Key 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.

Gallery

The Piccadilly line

Postcard; Great Northern, Piccadilly & Brompton Railway train at Piccadilly Circus Station, December 1906

This postcard shows one of the platforms at Piccadilly Circus station on the Piccadilly line (then called Great Northern, Piccadilly and Brompton Railway). It was created in 1906 – more than a century ago.
Fun facts

It is the second longest line on the Underground after the Central line, but it has more stations.
The first escalator on the London Underground was opened at the Piccadilly line station at Earl’s Court in October 1911.
The shortest distance between stations on the Underground is on the Piccadilly line between Leicester Square and Covent Garden – just 0.26 km distance!

Dawnosaurs @ Natural History Museum, London
2026-12-05 08:00 - 11:00 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Dawnosaurs: Relaxed Morning Visit

Neurodivergent children and their families have the opportunity to explore the museum before anyone else and enjoy activities around different themes.

Book your tickets

Saturday 28 February and 9 May, 08:00–10:00

Free, booking required

East Entrance on Exhibition Road

Families

Out of hours

Relaxed visit

Dawnosaurs is a free event for neurodivergent children, including those with 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.
It’s essential that all visitors book a free ticket online. Tickets are released for each event a few months in advance.
Please read the essential information before booking.
Find out about the security measures we have in place.
