Cinderella - Touch Tour @ Queen's Theatre, Hornchurch
2024-12-07 12:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch, Greater London, RM11 1QT, United Kingdom
You shall go to the ball, as the classic panto family favourite Cinderella makes a grand entrance!
Bursting with glitz and glamour, it’ll be the most magical event of the year!
Cinderella dreams of a glamorous life far removed from the everyday grind of primping and preening her vain stepsisters, and an invitation to the Prince’s royal ball is just the ticket! But the Wicked Stepmother has other plans for Cinders, confiscating her ticket to the party of the decade… Fear not, for her Fairy Godmother arrives in the nick of time, ready to weave her magic and transform Cinderella’s fortunes! But can she sashay away from the sensational soirée before the clock strikes midnight and her riches turn back to rags once more…?
This much-loved traditional pantomime reunites the team behind last year’s smash-hit production Dick Whittington. Written by Andrew Pollard, with original music and lyrics by Tom Self, and directed by Kate Lovell (Co-Creative Director at Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch).

Relaxed SENDay @ Eureka - Science & Discovery, Wirral
2024-12-08 10:00 - 15:00 | Eureka – Science & Discovery, Wirral, Merseyside, CH44 6QY, United Kingdom
Relaxed SENDay
Event Date: 8 December
Book your visit
A relaxed day for disabled visitors and their families.
We’re running ‘relaxed’ SENDays on various dates, at both our venues, throughout 2024!
Check out our online sensory guide to help you prepare for your visit!
Sign up for our Access All Areas email list to be the first to hear about accessible events and updates
What’s relaxed about it?
Low visitor numbers:
We’ve heavily restricted ticket availability on these days, so our galleries will be much less busy than usual.
Flexible timings:
We want these days to work around you! Which is why – although we do ask you to select an arrival time – we are flexible if you happen to get here a little earlier or later than your slot.
Chill Out Room:
Need some time out away from the main museum? Just ask any of our Enablers (the people in light blue shirts with “Team Eureka!” written on the back) for access to our Chill Out Room.
Ear defenders:
You can borrow a pair of ear defenders for free from our Information Desk (by the admissions tills) – subject to availability, obvs.
Trained, supportive staff:
Our whole team are trained in disability awareness, and we really want you all to have a great day out. Just ask us if there’s anything we can do to support you 🙂
For more information about our dedicated SENDays at Eureka! and what makes us an accessible venue, please click here.
SENDates coming up:
Sunday 8 September – Halifax only
Sunday 15 September – Wirral only
Sunday 8 December – Wirral only
Sunday 15 December – Halifax only

Relaxed Morning View for Families: A visit to Japan @ V&A South Kensington, London
2024-12-14 08:30 - 10:00 | V&A South Kensington, Victoria and Albert Museum, Cromwell Road, London, London, SW7 2RL
Relaxed Morning View for Families: A Visit to Japan
Saturday 14 December 2024, 08:30-10:00
V&A South Kensington, Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL
This morning viewing is for families of children who would benefit from visiting the V&A at a quieter time, outside of our normal opening hours. The Japan Galleries will be open from 08.30am with a drop-in activity exploring kimonos found in the galleries, and a musical, sensory storytelling session. This event is suitable for anyone who needs a quieter environment to get the most out of their visit. Please note that the museum will be open to the general public from 10am.
To book a place please contact Holly via communities@vam.ac.uk

Relaxed Opening @ Tower Bridge, London
2024-12-14 09:30 - 11:30 | Tower Bridge, SE1 2UP
About Relaxed Opening
On the second Saturday of every month, we host Relaxed Opening for anyone who would like to explore the Bridge in a calm, tranquil atmosphere, including people with autism and other neurodiverse needs, as well as their siblings, families and carers.
Families are able to explore the Towers, Glass Floors and Engine Rooms and also take part in a family trail if they wish.
To ensure the Bridge is as welcoming as possible, we:
Limit the number of people in the Bridge
Turn off loud hand-dryers and replace them with disposable hand-towels
Turn off loud soundscapes and video
Run regular disability awareness sessions with our staff
Provide visual story to help you plan your visit, available here.
Have Access Toolkits around the Bridge, which contain sensory items to help to assist visitors who may be overwhelmed due to the new environment.
A full list of Access features inside the Tower Bridge can be found on the Access for All page.
For any questions about the event please contact learning@towerbridge.org.uk or 020 7940 8397.
What our visitors say
“Our family liked how relaxed it was and so both boys were able to enjoy themselves without worry. It was a pleasant day out.”
“Very well prepared and organised Relaxed Opening. Staff had great SEN awareness, well trained, helpful and supportive.”
“The Relaxed Opening made it autism-friendly for me. Staff are extremely helpful.”

Relaxed Performance: A Christmas Carol @ Old Vic, London
2024-12-14 14:30 - 16:30 | Old Vic, London, SE1 8NB, United Kingdom
Relaxed performances are specially adapted performances for those who benefit from a more relaxed atmosphere whilst in the theatre. They provide a supportive environment which allows for noise and movement in the auditorium and allows re-entry if audience members need time out during the performance. There will be ambient lighting in the auditorium throughout the show.
Please note: this page will be updated with further information on each relaxed performance closer to the show date, so please check back here for updates or contact access@oldvictheatre.com to find out more about what to expect. Ahead of you coming to the show you will be emailed a visual story which will include information to prepare you for your visit, including details on the story, characters and ways to navigate around the Old Vic building.
Access Membership
Access Members can buy access tickets online (including wheelchair spaces) and pick the best seats in the house to suit their requirements, for example front row, aisle seats, or the best seats to view the caption units.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
RUNNING TIME
Approximately 2 hours including interval
SUITABLE FOR AGES
8+
TICKETS
PwC £10 Previews. Previews £13–£70, Off Peak £13–£75, Peak £15–£90. Premium and Old Vic Plus tickets available. A £2.50 transaction fee applies per booking (does not apply to OV TOGETHER Members).
PREVIEW
PwC £10 Previews 09–14 Nov
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted: Wednesday 11 December at 7pm
Audio described: Friday 13 December at 7pm. Touch Tour at 5pm
Relaxed (also audio described, captioned and BSL interpreted): Saturday 14 December at 2pm
Captioned: Monday 16 Dec at 7pm
DATES
09 Nov 2024–04 Jan 2025
ABOUT THE SHOW
Tickets for A Christmas Carol go on sale to OV TOGETHER Members from Mon 08 Jan, with general on sale from Fri 12 Jan. See more information on priority booking dates below.
Matthew Warchus’ big-hearted, smash hit production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic returns to The Old Vic, joyously adapted for the stage by  Jack Thorne (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, His Dark Materials).
A Christmas Carol  fills the auditorium to the brim with mince pies, music and merriment. A unique staging immerses the audience in London’s longest running adaptation of this beloved festive favourite.
We recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
INFO & DISCOUNTS
Skip the queue with OV TOGETHER
Join as an OV TOGETHER Member from £65 to access early booking plus other potential benefits including complimentary tickets, personalised booking and invitations to special events.
Priority booking dates
OV Vision, OV Innovate – Mon 08 Jan, 10am
OV Thrive – Mon 08 Jan, 12 noon
OV Discover – Tue 09 Jan, 10am
OV Evolve – Tue 09 Jan, 12 noon
OV Advance – Wed 10 Jan, 12 noon
General on sale – Fri 12 Jan, 12 noon
OV Local
Live in Lambeth or Southwark? Make the most of your visit with our FREE OV Local Membership.
Please note, off peak performances of A Christmas Carol are 09–21 Nov, 22 Nov Matinee and 02–04 Jan.
Find out more about concessions.
Please be advised that patrons sat in the Stage Stalls cannot leave their seats during the performance for safety reasons. These seats can only be accessed prior to the performance or in the interval.

Family Explorer Event @ London Transport Museum
2024-12-15 08:30 - 10:00 | London Transport Museum, WC2E 7BB
Family Explorer Event
Location and/or online participation URL:
Date(s)
Upcoming dates:
Sunday 15 December 2024, 08:30-10:00
Explore the Museum at a quieter time
Explore the Museum at a quieter time
Our free Family Explorer event is for children with special educational needs, disabled children, and their families, we open outside our regular hours on certain special days.
Meet Santa
Santa will be landing his sleigh at the Museum to meet families. Step into a magical winter scene where little ones can climb aboard Santa’s interactive sleigh adorned with buttons, bells and lights for imaginative play. Santa’s helpful elves will be on hand to welcome families and help them take the perfect festive family photo.
Explore the Museum
Enjoy the Museum at a quieter time, free from the general public, and with many of the gallery sounds turned off.
This special time offers a calm opportunity to explore our All Aboard family spaces and exhibition spaces in peace. Get hands-on with genuine parts of transport history, or make use of our sensory bags to support exploring the collection.
What’s happening?
Quiet Space
Luke’s Skills Space and Prayer Room
If at any point you or a member of your family needs to take a moment of quiet to self regulate, please do feel free to make use of our quiet spaces. They are located at on the first floor by the All Aboard Play area, and on the ground floor by the toilets.
Tickets
Advanced book is essential.
Tickets for children and one accompanying adult are free.
Additional adult tickets cost £18.50. Concessions available.
Preparing for your visit
Virtual tour
This video tour of the Museum shows you what you can expect to see during your visit.
Visual story
To prepare for your visit to London Transport Museum, we have made a visual story you can download. This will help show you what to expect when you arrive.

Relaxed SENDay @ Eureka, Halifax
2024-12-15 10:00 - 15:00 | Eureka – The National Children’s Museum, Halifax, HX1 2NE, United Kingdom
Relaxed SENDay
Event Date: 15 December
Book your visit
A relaxed day for disabled visitors and their families.
We’re running ‘relaxed’ SENDays on various dates, at both our venues, throughout 2024!
Check out our online sensory guide to help you prepare for your visit!
Sign up for our Access All Areas email list to be the first to hear about accessible events and updates
What’s relaxed about it?
Low visitor numbers:
We’ve heavily restricted ticket availability on these days, so our galleries will be much less busy than usual.
Flexible timings:
We want these days to work around you! Which is why – although we do ask you to select an arrival time – we are flexible if you happen to get here a little earlier or later than your slot.
Chill Out Room:
Need some time out away from the main museum? Just ask any of our Enablers (the people in light blue shirts with “Team Eureka!” written on the back) for access to our Chill Out Room.
Ear defenders:
You can borrow a pair of ear defenders for free from our Information Desk (by the admissions tills) – subject to availability, obvs.
Trained, supportive staff:
Our whole team are trained in disability awareness, and we really want you all to have a great day out. Just ask us if there’s anything we can do to support you 🙂
For more information about our dedicated SENDays at Eureka! and what makes us an accessible venue, please click here.
SENDates coming up:
Sunday 8 September – Halifax only
Sunday 15 September – Wirral only
Sunday 8 December – Wirral only
Sunday 15 December – Halifax only

Relaxed Hours - Turner Prize 2024 @ Tate Britain, London
2024-12-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Tate Britain, London, SW1P 4RG, United Kingdom
Relaxed Hours: Turner Prize 2024
Third Wednesday of the month at 10.00–11.00
Free for Members
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Image of Tate Britian
A quieter time to enjoy the Turner Prize 2024 on its return to Tate Britain
Join us on these relaxed mornings to enjoy Turner Prize 2024 in a gallery environment with limited numbers of people.
These events are open to anyone who is disabled or neurodivergent and any other visitors with sensory needs who prefer a more relaxed experience, plus their families, friends and carers.
Resources will be available on the day including:
Access Station
Ear defenders
A quiet breakout space
Tate staff will be aware that this is an access hour and will take that into consideration as they look after you and the artwork.
Accessibility
Tate Britain
Millbank
London SW1P 4RG
Plan your visit
Dates
Third Wednesday of the month at 10.00–11.00
16 October 2024 at 10.00–11.00
20 November 2024 at 10.00–11.00
18 December 2024 at 10.00–11.00
15 January 2025 at 10.00–11.00
Pricing
£14 / Free for Members
Concessions available
£5 for Tate Collective. 16–25? Sign up and log in to book
Booking and Ticketing FAQs
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Cinderella – Relaxed/SEN Friendly @ Queen's Theatre, Hornchurch
2024-12-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT, United Kingdom

Relaxed Opening of Jason and the Adventure of 254 @ Wellcome Collection, London
2025-01-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE
If you need additional support to enjoy the exhibition ‘Jason and the Adventure of 254’, join us for a friendly Relaxed Opening. We want you to feel comfortable to be yourself and experience the exhibition in a way that is right for you.
To help you prepare for your visit you can use the Visual Story.
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.
If you need a space away from the exhibition at any time, you can come to our Chill-Out Room. In this room, there will be low lighting, comfortable seating, cushions, mats and space to move around and be yourself. You can also make use of ear defenders, earplugs, board games, stim toys and materials with different textures.
There are five Relaxed Openings. The events in May, August and November are during our normal opening hours, and the rest of the building will be open and in use. The Relaxed Openings in July and January will be after our normal hours, and the rest of the building will be closed.

Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft: Work, Health and Rights @ Wellcome Collection, London
2025-01-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE
Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft: Work, Health and Rights
7 November 2024 – 19 April 2025
Free
Relaxed opening
Photo of a person at a relaxed opening of the exhibition ‘Hard Graft: Work, Health and Rights’. They are wearing ear defenders and sitting on a comfortable mat in the exhibition space.
show credit information for image ‘Hard Graft: Work, Health and Rights Exhibition at Wellcome Collection’
What you’ll do
If you need additional support to enjoy the exhibition ‘Hard Graft: Work, Health and Rights’, join us for a friendly, relaxed opening. We want you to feel comfortable to be yourself and experience the exhibition in a way that is right for you.
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.
If you need a space away from the exhibition at any time, you can come to our chill-out room. In this room there will be low lighting, comfortable seating, cushions, mats and space to move around and be yourself. You can also make use of ear defenders, earplugs, board games, stim toys and materials with different textures.
There are four relaxed openings. The events in November and April are during our normal opening hours, and the rest of the building will be open and in use. The relaxed openings in January and February will be after our normal hours.
In November and January there are also relaxed openings of ‘Jason and the Adventure of 254’. You do not need to book a separate ticket to attend both exhibition openings.
Dates
7 November 2024 – 19 April 2025
Events
Saturday 4 January 2025
18:30 – 20:30
Relaxed opening
Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft
Gallery 1
The rest of our building will be closed during this event but there is a relaxed opening of ‘Jason and the Adventure of 254’ that you are also welcome to join.
Booking opens Thursday 5 December 2024 16:00
Saturday 22 February 2025
18:30 – 20:30
Relaxed opening
Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft
Gallery 1
The rest of our building will be closed during this event.
Booking opens Thursday 23 January 2025 16:00
Saturday 19 April 2025
10:00 – 12:00
Relaxed opening
Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft
Gallery 1
The rest of our building will be open as usual during this event.
Booking opens Thursday 20 March 2025 16:00
Past events
Thursday 7 November 2024
10:00 – 12:00
Relaxed opening
Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft
Gallery 1
The rest of our building will be open as usual during this event. You can also join a relaxed opening of ‘Jason and the Adventure of 254′.
Need to know
Location
We’ll be in Gallery 1. When you enter Wellcome Collection, it’s on the left on level 0.
Place not guaranteed
Booking a ticket for a free event does not guarantee you a place. You should aim to arrive 15 minutes before the event is scheduled to start to claim your place. If you do not arrive on time, your place may be given to someone on the waiting list.
Waiting list
If this event is fully booked, you may still be able to attend. We will operate a waiting list, which opens 30 minutes before this event starts. Arrive early, and we’ll give you a numbered ticket. If there are any unfilled places just before the start time, we will invite you to enter in order of ticket number.
For more information, please visit our Accessibility page. If you have any queries about accessibility, please email us at access@wellcomecollection.org or call 0 2 0. 7 6 1 1. 2 2 2 2020 7611 2222.
Our event terms and conditions

Family Explorer Evening @ London Transport Museum
2025-01-10 18:30 - 20:00 | London Transport Museum, WC2E 7BB
Explore the Museum at a quieter time
Our free Family Explorer event is for children with special educational needs, disabled children, and their families, we open outside our regular hours on certain special days.
Enjoy the Museum at a quieter time, free from the general public, and with many of the gallery sounds turned off.
This special time offers a calm opportunity to explore our All Aboard family spaces and exhibition spaces in peace. Get hands-on with genuine parts of transport history, or make use of our sensory bags to support exploring the collection.
What’s happening?
Sensory Space
Transportorium
Take this time to enjoy the Museum at your own pace, with the sounds turned off but if you need to take some time to relax, feel free to do so in our Sensory Space. With fidget toys and bespoke stimming board made exclusively for the Museum, you can play and explore in a safe environment. Please note that the sensory space is different to our quiet area, and some of the resources do make noise.
Quiet Space
Luke’s Skills Space and Prayer Room
If at any point you or a member of your family needs to take a moment of quiet to self regulate, please do feel free to make use of our quiet spaces. They are located at on the first floor by the All Aboard Play area, and on the ground floor by the toilets.
Tickets
Advanced book is essential.
Tickets for children and one accompanying adult are free.
Additional adult tickets cost £18.50. Concessions available.
Preparing for your visit
Virtual tour
This video tour of the Museum shows you what you can expect to see during your visit.
Visual story
To prepare for your visit to London Transport Museum, we have made a visual story you can download. This will help show you what to expect when you arrive.

Early Birds @ Science Museum, London
2025-01-11 08:00 - 11:00 | Science Museum, SW7 2DD
Early Birds is a sensory friendly event for families with members who need a quieter environment to enjoy the museum.
Early Birds visitors will also have an opportunity to book tickets to lower capacity sessions in Wonderlab at a reduced rate.
Next Early Birds: Saturday 11 January 2025 08.00 – 11.00
Wonderlab and Power Up will be available to Early Birds Visitors for a reduced fee.
Book tickets now
Future dates
Saturday 15 February 2025 18.30 – 21.30
Saturday 22 March 2025 08.00 – 11.00
Sign up to our Accessible newsletter to be the first to hear when new dates are announced and tickets are available.
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 Opening @ Tower Bridge, London
2025-01-11 09:30 - 11:30 | Tower Bridge, SE1 2UP
Relaxed Opening
Experience a quieter and calmer Tower Bridge.
Booking information
Upcoming dates:
Saturday 14 Dec
Saturday 11 Jan
Saturday 8 Feb
Time: 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.
Price: Standard entry charge
Guarantee your entry to Tower Bridge by booking your tickets online.
Book now
About Relaxed Opening
On the second Saturday of every month, we host Relaxed Opening for anyone who would like to explore the Bridge in a calm, tranquil atmosphere, including people with autism and other neurodiverse needs, as well as their siblings, families and carers.
Families are able to explore the Towers, Glass Floors and Engine Rooms and also take part in a family trail if they wish.
To ensure the Bridge is as welcoming as possible, we:
Limit the number of people in the Bridge
Turn off loud hand-dryers and replace them with disposable hand-towels
Turn off loud soundscapes and video
Run regular disability awareness sessions with our staff
Provide visual story to help you plan your visit, available here.
Have Access Toolkits around the Bridge, which contain sensory items to help to assist visitors who may be overwhelmed due to the new environment.
A full list of Access features inside the Tower Bridge can be found on the Access for All page.
For any questions about the event please contact learning@towerbridge.org.uk or 020 7940 8397.
What our visitors say
“Our family liked how relaxed it was and so both boys were able to enjoy themselves without worry. It was a pleasant day out.”
“Very well prepared and organised Relaxed Opening. Staff had great SEN awareness, well trained, helpful and supportive.”
“The Relaxed Opening made it autism-friendly for me. Staff are extremely helpful.”

Relaxed Hours: Medieval Women @ British Library, London
2025-01-19 11:15 - 12:30, 2025-01-19 11:45 - 13:00 | British Library, London, NW1 2DB, United Kingdom
More information about Relaxed Hours: Medieval Women tickets

Join us for a relaxed opening of Medieval Women: In Their Own Words where you can enjoy the gallery in a calm environment with reduced capacity.
This event is particularly suitable for neurodiverse adults and those with other sensory needs, but any adult who would benefit from visiting 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.
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.

These tickets are free.

Sensory Tour: Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize @ National Portrait Gallery, London
2025-01-20 15:00 - 16:00 | National Portrait Gallery, London, Greater London, WC2H 0HE, United Kingdom
Sensory tour: Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 2024
Close-up colour photograph of a pair of hands working with wool on a spindle
© National Portrait Gallery, London
20 January 2025, 15.00-16.00
In Gallery
Free
Book now
Our sensory tour supports neurodivergent visitors to experience our exhibition Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 2024 in imaginative ways. Our artists use sound, movement, touch and smell to bring the stories behind featured artworks to life.
Meet in the Gallery’s Entrance Hall, accessed via Ross Place.
Free, booking essential.
Carers, companions and friends do not need to book a ticket.

Relaxed Evening Event: Silk Roads @ British Museum, London
2025-01-20 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 view the Silk Roads exhibition.
Camel caravans crossing desert dunes, merchants trading silks and spices at bazaars – these are the images that come to mind when we think of the Silk Roads. But the reality goes far beyond this.
Rather than a single trade route from East to West, the Silk Roads were made up of overlapping networks linking communities across Asia, Africa and Europe, from East Asia to Britain, and from Scandinavia to Madagascar. This major exhibition unravels how the journeys of people, objects and ideas that formed the Silk Roads shaped cultures and histories.
The Silk Roads were in use for millennia, but this visually stunning show focuses on a defining period in their history, from about AD 500 to 1000. This time witnessed significant leaps in connectivity and the rise of universal religions that linked communities across continents.
This event is part of the public programme supporting the exhibition Silk Roads (26 September 2024 – 23 February 2025).
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.

Scheduled dates

January 2025

Relaxed Opening Hours @ Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
2025-01-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS, United Kingdom
Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh’s Science Centre & Planetarium is holding a Relaxed Opening Day on 24th January. The Relaxed Opening Hours aim to provide a calm and inclusive environment for visitors; designed for those who would benefit from a more relaxed visit, but open to everyone. These sessions prioritise sensory comfort without compromising on the overall Dynamic Earth experience.
During Relaxed Opening hours, the following changes will be made:

Reduced visitor numbers throughout the day.
Alterations to lighting and audio features.
Additional accessibility resources available, including sensory bags, social stories and sensory maps.
Disability and neurodiversity awareness training for staff.
Captions on all videos, and BSL interpretation on the 3pm Planetarium show.
A wide range of sensory aids
Flexible admission to our tour and Planetarium.
Designated quiet space for visitors to use.
If you have any specific needs, please contact us beforehand so we can provide the best possible experience for you.

Relaxed Hour at the Tower @ Tower of London
2025-01-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Tower of London, London, Greater London, EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom
Relaxed Hour at the Tower
A relaxed morning event for Neurodivergent, Learning Disabled children and their families
Enjoy two hours at the Tower of London free from crowds, with our Relaxed Hour at the Tower. This event has been designed for Neurodivergent and Learning Disabled children (aged five to 16) and their families.
You’ll receive free entry to the Tower, the Crown Jewels and access to relaxed and SEN programming led by disability-aware contractors and facilitators.
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.
Crowd levels are limited and access considerations have been made to ensure you and your family enjoy the experience, free from loud sound effects and harsh lighting. A café and retail space will also be available.
When
Sunday 26 January 2025
09:00 – 11:00
Booking information
Tickets are free but advance booking is essential. Tickets will be available to book online soon.
If you wish to remain in the Tower of London after 11:00, you must purchase an admission ticket (unless you are a Historic Royal Palaces member). The Tower will be louder and busier once the event has ended.
Free (advance booking required)
Events
Families
General information
Capacity and timings
Crowd levels will be kept to a minimum. Only ticket holders for this event will be permitted between 09:00 and 11:00.
Our capacity for this event is far lower than a usual day for The Tower of London and tickets are limited to 1500 people. The Tower is a big site with both indoor and outdoor routes for you and your family to enjoy.
Event information
Lighting, sound and general effects throughout the Tower grounds will be minimised, or turned off. Content warnings will be placed on spaces containing material audiences might 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.
A visual story will be emailed to you two weeks before the event. This will include information about your arrival and what to expect from the event.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Find out more information about Relaxed Hour at the Tower on our dedicated frequently asked questions.
Relaxed Hour at the Tower FAQs
Access information
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 surfaces and pathways. There are some low doorways.
Level access
The Jewel House, which houses the Crown Jewels, has level access. There is a moving walkway (‘travelator’) alongside the Crown Jewels which our Palace Hosts will be happy to stop if needed.
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 these. It is not suitable for mobility scooters. Please ask a member of the Jewel House team to use the lift.

Relaxed Opening @ Royal College of Music Museum, London
2025-01-26 10:00 - 13:00 | Royal College of Music Museum, London, Greater London, SW7 2BS, United Kingdom
RCM Museum: Relaxed Opening

Dates
26 January 2025, 10:00am
Venue
RCM Museum
Tickets
Free, no ticket required

Visit
Museum

The RCM Museum will open an hour early for anyone who may benefit from a reduced-sensory experience of the exhibition and museum.
No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Relaxed Evening Event: Hew Locke - What have we here? @ British Museum, London
2025-01-27 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 view the exhibition Hew Locke: what have we here?
In this groundbreaking new show, Locke (born 1959) explores, questions and challenges narratives of British imperialism through objects from the British Museum collection, alongside specially commissioned new works. Offering a fresh perspective on the British Museum’s history and collection, which are closely tied to those of the British empire, Locke explores the messy and complex ways museums are implicated in these histories.
Locke, who was born in Edinburgh and spent his formative years in Georgetown, Guyana, focuses on Britain’s historical interactions with Africa, India and the Caribbean, all of which had a significant impact on the history of Guyana – informing a very personal exploration of the objects on display. Using interventionist techniques, he reframes historical objects, from the earliest surviving drawings of Indigenous Americans by a European artist to a Guyanese Akawaio feather headdress.
The Watchers, newly commissioned sculptural works by Locke, form a central part of the exhibition, with figures observing visitors from vantage points around the exhibition, and spilling out into the Museum’s Enlightenment gallery (Room 1).
This bold and exciting co-curated exhibition provides an opportunity to open up ongoing discussions around questions of history, ownership and identity.
This event is part of the public programme supporting the exhibition Hew Locke: what have we here? (17 October 2024 – 9 February 2025).
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.

Scheduled dates

January 2025

Monday 27 January
Times:18.30–20.00

Relaxed sessions: Entire Museum @ Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Exeter
2025-01-28 09:30 - 10:30 | Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery, Exeter, EX4 3RX, United Kingdom
Relaxed sessions: Entire Museum

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A Relaxed Session is a good way to enjoy the museum at a quieter pace.
These times are especially suited to people with autism, anxiety and associated conditions. Everyone is welcome at RAMM.
Numbers are limited to create a calmer atmosphere, so book before you travel to be sure of your place.
Relaxed sessions will take place on-

Tuesday 28 Jan, 9.30am to 10.30am
Friday 28 Feb, 17:00-18:00

If you are unable to use pre-booked tickets, they can be transferred to a later Relaxed session time/date (space permitting).
Entry via the Queen Street entrance at the front of the building. Toilets will be open and are fully accessible.
Ear defenders are free to borrow. If you need to step into a separate calm area during your visit, just ask at Reception.
Get in touch on ramm.enquiries@exeter.gov.uk or ask at Reception for more information.
See our access page for visual stories to prepare your visit.

Event Information

Dates and Times

28 January 2025 9.30 to – 10.30am
28 February 2025 5 to – 6pm

Price
Free

Location
RAMM

Event Types
Families & Children

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Relaxed Opening Morning @ The Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth
2025-01-30 10:00 - 12:00 | The Mary Rose, Portsmouth, PO1 3PY
Relaxed Opening Morning

When
Sunday 29th Dec 2024,
Thursday 30th Jan 2025,
Sunday 23rd Feb 2025,
Thursday 27th Mar 2025

Time
–

Price
Free with a valid Mary Rose Museum ticket

Event type
Accessibility events

For
Visitors with visual impairment or other medical and physical conditions, such as autism or dementia

Every month we hold Relaxed Opening Mornings, where from 10am-12 noon the lights in the museum will be at a higher level, and sound effects will be turned down. As always our wonderful team of volunteers and staff will be on hand to guide you through the experience.
The environment within the Mary Rose Museum is designed to create a stunning atmosphere and display, as well as helping protect the delicate collection of objects within the gallery showcases. However, we understand that visitors with a visual impairment or those with other medical and physical conditions, such as autism or dementia, can find our lighting levels, as well as the sound effects, to be a challenge.
At this higher lighting level, some visual displays may not be so effective, so guests wishing to enjoy the full immersive experience and displays would be advised to visit us after 12 noon on these specific days.

The Pirates of Penzance - Relaxed Performance @ English National Opera, London
2025-01-30 13:00 - 15:15 | The English National Opera – London Coliseum, London, WC2N 4ES
Relaxed Programme
Relaxed performances are for everyone, and they may particularly benefit those who might normally find it challenging to access theatre.
This might include anyone with dementia, learning disabilities, an autistic spectrum condition, Tourette’s syndrome, sensory disorders, anxiety, bladder and bowel conditions.
In our 2024/25 London Coliseum, we have two relaxed performances
The Elixir of Love Thursday 5 December 2024, 12.30pm
The Pirates of Penzance Thursday 30 January 2025, 1pm
Book your tickets by calling our box office team on 020 7845 9300. Large groups and schools should book tickets by email relaxed@eno.org, we aim to respond within 3 working days. Please provide all access requirements for your party so we can make your visit as smooth as possible.

Relaxed Morning @ National Museum of Scotland
2025-02-02 10:00 - 12:00 | National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF, United Kingdom
Relaxed Morning
2 Feb – 6 Jul 2025, 10:00 – 12:00 (Quiet space open until 12:30)
National Museum of Scotland
Free admission, drop-in

About Relaxed Morning

Join us for our monthly Relaxed Morning for anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to the museum.
This session is primarily for, but not limited to, families with autistic children; autistic young people and adults; adults living with dementia; adults and children with mental health problems and any other visitors with sensory needs or who may prefer a more relaxed experience, plus their families, friends and carers.
Friendly staff will be there to give you a warm welcome and support your visit, as you explore some areas of the museum without noisy interactives and videos to give a more relaxed environment.
The Relaxed Morning includes access to the entirety of the museum currently open to the public.
At 12:00 sound will be switched back on, but visitors to this session are welcome to remain in the museum for as long as they like. A quiet space will be available in the Level 4 Learning Centre from 10:00-12:30, please speak to a member of staff for directions.
Upcoming dates

Sunday 2 February
Sunday 2 March
Sunday 6 April
Sunday 4 May
Sunday 1 June
Sunday 6 July

What does ‘relaxed’ mean?
‘Relaxed’ means the following changes will be made and additional resources offered:

Where possible, loud sounds from audiovisual displays, interactives and films will be reduced or switched off.
Our well-trained Visitor Experience team and other staff will be available to answer questions and support your visit – we’ll be looking out for sunflower lanyards too.
Some sensory backpacks are available for children to borrow to enhance their visit.
A Sensory Map of the museum is available to help you learn about sound levels, lighting levels, tactile opportunities and which galleries are more/less crowded.
Signage around the museum, alerting visitors to the time slot being a ‘relaxed’ session, and signposting noisier and busier galleries that cannot be adapted.
A quiet space will be available.
We also offer bookable sessions for children with ASN and their families. Please visit our Sensory Sunday page for more information.

Please note, there are some sounds that we are unable to change:

The Millennium clock in the Collecting Stories gallery will sound at 11:00 and 12:00.
The audio-visuals in the Science and Technology galleries.

Planning and preparing for your visit

We suggest entering the museum through the Tower Entrance as this is usually a quieter space and staff will be there to welcome you.
Download a visual story of the museum to help you familiarise yourself with the galleries.
Download a PDF of the Sensory Map to help you plan your route around the museum (physical copies are also available at the museum).

Please be aware that this opening takes place during regular museum hours so we are unable to promise reduced numbers, but first thing on a Sunday morning tends to be a quieter time. However, some areas may get busy and loud with excited visitors. Our Sensory Map can help identify areas of the museum that are usually less busy and we will have signs outside particularly noisy galleries.
Find out more about accessibility at the National Museum of Scotland.

SENDsational Mornings @ Natural History Museum, Tring
2025-02-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Natural History Museum Tring, Tring, HP23 6AP
SENDsational Mornings at Tring

Event information

An opportunity for children with neurodiverse conditions to enjoy the Museum at a quieter time.
2 February (desert animals) and 18 May (rainforests)
10.00-12.00
Free – bookings essential

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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.

SENDsational Morning Pre-visit information PDF (184KB)
SENDsational Morning Pre-visit visual guide PDF (2.73MB)

Useful information

Doors open at 10.00.
The Museum opens to the public at 12.00, and you are welcome to stay for the afternoon but it may become busy and noisy.
You can bring a picnic lunch which you can have in Walter’s Workshop, the small building located in the car park.
There are baby changing facilities and accessible toilets.
The Museum is fully accessible for wheelchair and buggy access.
Mobiloo may be in attendance depending on availability. Please let us know as soon as possible if you require this facility.

Relaxed Early Morning Event, Exploring Mesopotamia @ British Museum, London
2025-02-08 08:00 - 10:00 | British Museum, London, WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
This event is designed to be more accessible for families including children and adults who are autistic, learning disabled, or have mental health conditions.
Selected parts of the Museum (Rooms 4, 6–10 and 53–59) will open at 8am until 10am for two hours, before the Museum opens to the public.
Visitors can explore the galleries and take part in sensory-based activities including object-handling and arts and crafts.
We will be joined by Stuart Milburn, an artist from the national arts charity Outside In, who will help you to create your own cuneiform tablets using clay.

Relaxed Hour @ Showtown, Blackpool
2025-02-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Showtown, Blackpool, Blackpool, FY1 4TQ, United Kingdom
Showtown Relaxed Hour
Our relaxed hour is perfect for visitors who prefer a calmer environment and would like to enjoy the museum without the hustle and bustle of the general public. We will lower sounds and sensory activities will be available for visitors to enjoy.
Who is the Showtown Sensory Hour for?
These events are for our visitors with additional and/or sensory needs. Any age welcome, but tickets must be booked in advance.
Further Information

Showtown Relaxed Hour is a monthly event.
Visitors will be free to explore the museum at their leisure. Your ticket includes the access event and a further one hour (10-11am) in the museum if desired.
Our learning space will provide a quiet zone for any visitors that need a break.

Please note, this is an event ticket and therefore will NOT work as an annual pass.
Gallery Highlights:
Visitors will be free to explore the whole museum, but each monthly session will highlight and celebrate a particular gallery. In that gallery, we will have audio descriptive and/or touch tours on offer and BSL interpretation.
If you would like to discuss any special requirements you may need for your visit, please email us to discuss at info@showtownblackpool.co.uk
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Event times
Saturday 14th December 2024, 9am – 10am
Saturday 8th February 2025, 9am – 10am
Saturday 8th March 2025, 9am – 10am

Tickets
Adult – £7
Child – £5
Concession (senior aged 65+, student with ID) – £5
Carer – FREE
Resident Adult – FREE
Resident Child – FREE

Showtown Blackpool

Bank Hey Street,
Blackpool
FY1 4TQ
