Dawnosaurs @ Natural History Museum, London
2026-02-28 08:00 - 11:00 (Europe/London) | 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.

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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.

Relaxed Day @ Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
2026-03-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS, United Kingdom
Dynamic Earth’s 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.
We are looking forward to our next Relaxed Opening Hours Day on Sunday 1st March 2026.  We want everyone to have the entire day to fully experience all that Dynamic Earth has to offer. That’s why our Relaxed Hours run throughout the whole day from 10am-5pm.
During our Relaxed Opening Hours day, the following adjustments are 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 selected Planetarium shows.
A wide range of sensory aids
Flexible admission to our tour and Planetarium.
Designated quiet space for visitors to use.

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
We look forward to welcoming your to our next Relaxed Opening Hours Day.

Relaxed Exhibition Viewing : Wildlife Photographer of the Year @ Natural History Museum, London
2026-03-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Relaxed Exhibition Viewing
Our relaxed viewings allow our disabled and neurodiverse visitors to see the newest edition of our Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition away from the daytime crowds.
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Until 12 July 2026
From £15.50
Members: free
East Pavillion Gallery
Exhibitions
People and planet
Art and science
Relaxed visit
Audio-described
Experience the exhibition’s breathtaking photography in a quieter setting at one of our relaxed viewings, designed specifically for our neurodiverse and disabled visitors.
With a reduced capacity, careful lighting and low-noise levels, these viewings allow you to explore the natural world in all its beauty and fragility through the work of the world’s best wildlife photographers. From the peaks of the high mountains to the deep polar seas, meet the incredible creatures that call these places home in this year’s selection of stunning images.
Come face to face with species at risk of extinction as well as those we’ve brought back from the brink. Plus, see first-hand how our activities – good and bad – are shaping the natural world on which we all depend.
Step into a world of wonder, where every image tells a powerful story. Book your visit today and see our planet through a different lens.

SEND Play @ Young V&A, London
2026-03-07 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-04-04 10:30 - 12:00 | Young V&A, London, E2 9PA
SEND Play (Feb-Jun 2026)
A session just for children with sensory differences or SEND and their families

Drop-in

Occurs on the first Saturday of the Month from February – June. Additional date – Saturday 14 February.

Young V&A

Free

+44 (0)20 7942 2000

Occurs on the first Saturday of the Month from February – June. Additional date – Saturday 14 February.

10.30 – 12.00

Young V&A
Cambridge Heath Road
Bethnal Green, London, E2 9PA

Across the musem

Families
Children with sensory differences or SEND and their families

Free event

Every first Saturday of the month join Young V&A’s Play Champions for a SEND Play session.
Saturday 7th February, 10.30am-12pm
Join us for a whole-family Sensory Design workshop for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and their families. Explore textiles and textile processes and join us an open-ended exploration where there are no wrong answers. This session has been designed for children and young people who enjoy exploring the world through touch.
Alongside the workshop, our Designer in the Shed, Amanda Vesthardt will open her sensory installation for families to explore.
Saturday 14th February, 10.30am-12pm (half term session)
Explore the Mini Museum in Young V&A’s Play Gallery, a space that celebrates the texture, colour and sound of objects. This session is relaxed and designed with you and your child in mind. Children and their carers will be invited to enjoy the space and to play together with tactile and sensory materials. The Mini Museum will be open to children of any age with additional sensory needs for this inclusive play session.
Saturday 7th March, 10.30am-12pm
Explore the Mini Museum in Young V&A’s Play Gallery, a space that celebrates the texture, colour and sound of objects. This session is relaxed and designed with you and your child in mind. Children and their carers will be invited to enjoy the space and to play together with tactile and sensory materials. The Mini Museum will be open to children of any age with additional sensory needs for this inclusive play session.
Saturday 4th April, 10.30am-12pm
Explore a sensory story inspired by an object from the museum’s Adventure gallery with our Play Champions. This session was developed with sensory artist Natalya Martin and is relaxed and designed with you and your child in mind. You will be invited to play with tactile and sensory materials, helping to bring the story to life together.
Saturday 2nd May, 10.30am-12pm
Join us for a whole-family Sensory Design workshop for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and their families. Explore our tactile library of objects and join us an open-ended exploration where there are no wrong answers.
In this workshop, we invite you to have fun exploring a wide range of design materials and techniques. Supported by a visual step-by-step explanation, you’ll assemble objects with a focus on the senses. This session has been designed for children and young people who enjoy exploring the world through touch.
Saturday 6th June, 10.30am-12pm
Explore the Mini Museum in Young V&A’s Play Gallery, a space that celebrates the texture, colour and sound of objects. This session is relaxed and designed with you and your child in mind. Children and their carers will be invited to enjoy the space and to play together with tactile and sensory materials. The Mini Museum will be open to children of any age with additional sensory needs for this inclusive play session.
Further information:
For Saturday 7th February and Saturday 2nd May:

The session will be held in Open studio on the first floor in the Design Gallery at Young V&A. Our building has step-free access to all public areas.
Lifts are on the right as you enter the Town Square and at the back of the Imagine Gallery. In line with the museum’s approach to fire safety, a maximum of six mobility impaired persons may occupy the first floor at any one time.
On the same floor is The Factory, a quieter, dimmed space with a process video playing.

For Saturday 14th February, 7th March and Saturday 6th June:

The session will be held in the Mini Museum in the Play Gallery at Young V&A, which can be accessed via the ramp. Our building has step-free access to all public areas.
The Mini Museum is usually reserved for children aged 2 and under. For this inclusive play session, it will be open to children of any age with additional sensory needs. Our Play Champions will support visitors to safely share the space together. The Mini Museum will return to being exclusively for children aged 2 and under from 12 noon.

For Saturday 4th April:

This session will be held in The Stage on the ground floor in the Imagine Gallery at Young V&A. Our building has step-free access to all public areas.

Our visual story shows you pictures of the museum and how to access our spaces. Please check our Access page for further information.
This is a family event. Children must be accompanied by an adult during the workshop.
Visitors will be welcome to move around, make noise and leave or re-enter the session throughout.
Ear defenders are always available on request at our reception.
The activities will be mainly floor based, and we have a range of seating available.
We know that visiting a museum as a family requires lots of planning. If you would like further information or would like to tell us about your child’s needs in advance of the session, please contact us by email: yvalearningevent@vam.ac.uk
On the day, our friendly team will be available to help with your access needs. Please feel free to approach us to make your visit more comfortable.

This activity is part of Young V&A’s Power of Play programme. The Power of Play is a collective impact consortium which brings quality learning through play to children in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The programme is funded by LEGO Foundation and co-ordinated by the LEGO Group in London. Young V&A is participating in the programme alongside the Institute of Imagination, Save the Children, EasyPeasy and Ambition Aspire Achieve.

Relaxed Hours: Chiharu Shiota & Yin Xiuzhen @ Hayward Gallery, London
2026-03-10 14:00 - 17:00 | Hayward Gallery, London, SE1 8XX
Relaxed Hours: Chiharu Shiota & Yin Xiuzhen
Tue 10 Mar & Thu 16 Apr 2026

Experience our current Hayward Gallery exhibitions in a more relaxed environment with access to additional support during our Relaxed Hours.

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We welcome everyone to our exhibitions whenever our gallery is open, but we also recognise that some visitors may require a more relaxed approach to noise and movement in the space, or may welcome additional support to experience the exhibition fully.
Our Relaxed Hours are shaped around the needs of visitors with sensory processing differences, neurodivergent visitors or those living with neurological conditions, as well as early-year visitors, parents and carers.
During Relaxed Hours there is reduced capacity inside the galleries, spotlight talks and chill-out spaces.

Need to know

Event information

Advance booking is essential, and you’re asked to choose a time slot when you book. However, for this event your ticket allows you to arrive, leave and re-enter at any time throughout the Relaxed Hours event.
There is a preparation story available for visitors who may benefit from preparing for the exhibition. The preparation story will be available to download from this page within a couple of weeks of the exhibition opening, and sent to bookers in advance.
To receive our registration form for Community Connect free tickets (limited number available per session), which remove financial barriers to attending for organisations from Lambeth and Southwark, email
haywardrelaxedhours@southbankcentre.co.uk – the deadline to register is 12 noon on Tuesday 24 February.

Times & tickets

Dates, times and prices

Dates & times

Tue 10 Mar, 2pm – 5pm
Thu 16 Apr, 11am – 2pm

Standard entry
£19 / Members free*
*no booking fee
Ticket prices may be adjusted without notice to reflect demand.

Concessions

Concessions available for full-time students, Lambeth and Southwark residents, under-30s and recipients of Universal or Pension Credit. Under-30s tickets are only available to book online.

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Relaxed Opening @ Tower Bridge, London
2026-03-14 09:30 - 11:30 | Tower Bridge, SE1 2UP
Relaxed Opening is a dedicated, low-capacity session created specifically with neurodivergent visitors in mind. Held on the second Saturday of each month, Relaxed Opening offers visitors a calm, stress-reduced environment to explore Tower Bridge at their own pace – aiming to create a more comfortable environment to make everyone feel at ease.
Who is Relaxed Opening for?
Relaxed Opening is a designated time for neurodivergent individuals, along with their families, friends and carers. Visitors are welcome to move, express themselves, and engage with the space in the way that suits them best.
What happens during Relaxed Opening?

Further reduced visitor numbers inside the attraction with no guided tours or group bookings
Hand dryers switched off. Disposable hand towels provided
Reduced volume of soundscapes and video
Visitors are encouraged to explore Tower Bridge in the way that they feel most comfortable.

We also:

Train our team regularly with access awareness training
Provide a visual story to help you plan ahead
Provide access tool kits that contain sensory items and can help assist visitors who may benefit from distraction, play and sensory management when feeling overwhelmed by the environment. All visitors are welcome to request items from the kits from our team.

What is the difference between Relaxed Opening and Quieter Time?
Quieter Time is for anyone seeking a more tranquil experience at Tower Bridge, while Relaxed Opening is specifically designed for neurodivergent individuals and invite them to be themselves to enjoy Tower Bridge in a way that suits them best.

Discover more about Quieter Time

What to expect

The Ticket Office and entrance is located on the west side of the North Tower. We suggest arriving at the exact time of your timed entry.
Please know that our queue is outside on the Bridge which is a working Bridge and there are a lot of noise and external inputs from the road and pedestrians. Our team will do their best to ensure your entry to the attraction is as smooth as possible.

Plan your visit

Visual Story
This is a visual guide through Tower Bridge. It can be used by any visitor including those with additional needs, who may wish to plan their visit in more detail prior to arrival.

Visual story of Tower Bridge

Access and accessibility
We are committed to creating a welcoming experience for everyone. Step-free access are available in the Towers, Walkways and to the Engine Rooms. We also have two quiet spaces for those in need. View our access support and facilities available.

Access and accessibility

Sensory art club (profound disability friendly) @ Modern One, Scotland
2026-03-14 11:00 - 12:30 | Modern (Modern One), Belford Terrace, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH4 3DR, United Kingdom
Modern One
Saturday 14 March 2026, 11–12.30pm
Free
Booking essential
Book tickets

Join us for our fully inclusive art club for people of all ages with profound and multiple learning disabilities and their families, friends and supporters. Explore the gallery spaces with a sensory-friendly tour and take part in creative activities in the learning room with our friendly artists.
The session will be fun and relaxed with an opportunity for families to enjoy a cuppa and a chat as well.
Places are free but limited so please book online. Only one ticket is needed per participant, companions do not need a ticket.
For more information or assistance please contact us on 0131 624 6410 or learning@nationalgalleries.org.
Watch an introduction to the gallery
Download sensory map

Raqib Shaw Self Portrait with Fireflies and Faces 2016 © Raqib Shaw; photograph © George Darell, courtesy White Cube

SOLD OUT: Bright and Early Relaxed Opening - Voyage to the Deep @ Horniman Museum and Gardens, London
2026-03-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Horniman Museum, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ
Bright and Early session which is happening on Saturday 21st March 2026 from 9.00am – 11.00am. This is an early viewing for families who are unable to visit when the Horniman is busy, including children with autism spectrum conditions or neurodiverse families.
This will be a relaxed opening for our new exhibition Voyage to the Deep https://www.horniman.ac.uk/event/voyage-to-the-deep-underwater-adventures/
The Museum will be open exclusively for families booked onto the Relaxed Opening from 9.00am – 10.00am. The Museum will be open to the public from 10am but Voyage to the Deep and the Aquarium will be reserved just for Relaxed Opening families until 11am.
In the Music Gallery Performance Space we will also have a temporary display on the day:
Autism Circle of Support – Inclusion Art Competition display
Hosted by Autism Circle of Support (ACS) https://www.autismcircleofsupport.com/ , this display features artwork created by students across Lagos, Nigeria, exploring the theme “What Belonging Means to Me.” The competition was designed to celebrate neurodiversity, amplify young voices, and encourage families and schools to reflect on inclusion within their communities. Each piece offers a powerful and personal interpretation of belonging through colour, creativity, and imagination. We are proud to showcase this inspiring collection as we continue Lighting the Way for Autism Inclusion.
You can book free tickets by emailing communitylearning@horniman.ac.uk. Please let us know how many adult and child tickets you need. It also helps us if you let us know in advance what access requirements you or your children have and if you can include the age of your child/children.
Which spaces will be open
Voyage to the Deep is in our Temporary Exhibitions Gallery, and the Natural History Pop-up is in our Studio Gallery. Both are located on the Lower Ground Floor.
If you’d like a bit of rest at any point, there is a Chill Out Space, located in the Education Centre. The Gardens are also a nice place for some peace and quiet.
There are toilets on the Ground Floor, past the Shop. There are more toilets downstairs in Gallery Square, near the Natural History Pop-up exhibition. Please note, some cleaning might sill take place when you first arrive.
The toilets in the Gardens are open before 9.00am. The Aquarium will be open from 10.00am. The Natural History Gallery is currently closed for redevelopment and is due to reopen late 2026.
What time is the event on?
The main entrance, the Voyage to the Deep and Natural History Pop-up exhibitions, the Music Gallery, the World Gallery, the Chill Out Space, the Museum’s shop, and the inside toilets all open at the earlier time of 9.00am.
At 10.00am the Museum opens to the public. The Aquarium and Voyage to the Deep will not be open to the public until 11.00am.
The Chill Out Space is only available to Bright and Early visitors and will be open until 12.00pm. There is no eating or drinking allowed in the Galleries but you can eat and drink in the Chill Out Space.
The Inclusion Art Competition display will be on display in the quiet room at the rear of the Music Gallery which will only be available to Bright and Early visitors and will be open until 12.00pm. Unfortunately, eating and drinking is not allowed in the space.
How do I get there?
Please take a look for directions on our website. There are also some handy videos online that give more details about arriving on site and finding your way around.
If there is anything else we can help you with in advance, please get in touch at communitylearning@horniman.ac.uk or on 0208 291 8725 – we are very happy to help. We will send out a Social Story along with further information closer to the date to everyone who is booked onto the event.
Please note, we often get deliveries in the morning, so you might notice big vehicles on the Horniman site when you arrive.

Access-Friendly Day @ The Story Museum, Oxford
2026-03-21 10:00 - 16:30 | The Story Museum, Oxford, OX1 1BP
Access-friendly Day

Suitable for all

Join us for our Access-friendly Museum Day and enjoy a chance to explore all the Museum Galleries (including Small Worlds) for a single entry ticket. Our Access-friendly days are suitable for everyone.

Enjoy a day of access to both the Galleries and Small Worlds with a single ticket and explore the Museum in whatever way best suits you and your family. Our access-friendly days are suitable for all families but particularly those who prefer a more relaxed experience as the museum spaces will run with adjusted lighting and sounds and the tickets are limited to keep numbers small.
Entry is by timed ticket to help avoid crowds and includes entry to both the Galleries (including our Here Be Dragons exhibition in the Treasure Chamber) and Small Worlds.
If you’d like to find out more about our Access-friendly Day or have any specific enquiries, please send us an email.

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Relaxed Morning @ Tower of London
2026-03-22 09:00 - 11:00 | Tower of London, London, Greater London, EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom
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.

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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 mornings for adults (autism and learning disability friendly) @ Portrait, Scotland
2026-03-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Portrait Scotland, Edinburgh, EH2 1JD, United Kingdom
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Tuesday 25 November 2025, 10.30–11.30am
Free
Booking essential
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Join us at the Portrait for regular, relaxed, sensory-friendly mornings for adults with additional support needs, including autistic adults and those with learning disabilities.
At these sessions you can meet other people, see artworks in our gallery spaces and take part in creative activities. There will be a quiet, comfortable space available at all times for you to use.
Places are free but limited so please book online. Only one ticket is needed per participant, companions do not need a ticket.
For more information or assistance please contact us on 0131 624 6410 or learning@nationalgalleries.org.
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Wheelchair access
Hearing loop

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Watch this short welcome video / social story to prepare you for your visit to the Portrait Gallery. It introduces the people, the spaces and how to get around.
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Relaxed Day - Wildlife Photographer of the Year 61 @ The Base, Greenham, Berkshire
2026-03-26 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-09 10:00 - 17:00 | The Base, Greenham, Greenham, RG19 6HN, United Kingdom
Wildlife Photographer of the Year 61

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Dates
Fri 27 Feb – Sun 26 Apr | Open Tue – Sun, 10am – 5pm

Venues:
The Base Greenham

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The world’s finest nature images are revealed as Wildlife Photographer of the Year 61 comes to The Base!

The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixty-first year and on loan from the Natural History Museum in London, features some of the most exceptional nature photography taken today from across the globe. The exhibition shines a light on powerful and fascinating images that capture hidden animal behaviour, spectacular species and the breathtaking diversity of the natural world. Using photography’s unique emotive power to engage and inspire audiences, the images share stories and species from around the world, encouraging a future of advocating for the planet.

Dates and Times: Fri 27 Feb – Sun 26 Apr (Open Tue to Sun, 10am – 5pm*)
Tickets: £0* Base Pass holder, Full Price £11.20 (£9.50 concs, £9 groups of 10+, £7 under-16s and FREE entry for under-5s)
Songs & Stories in the Gallery: Sat 7, Thu 19 Mar, Thu 2 & Sat 11 Apr
*Gallery Lates: Thu 12 Mar & Thu 2 Apr, Gallery open until 8pm
Poetry Open Mic Night: Thu 19 Mar
Family Day: Sat 21 Mar
Relaxed Day: Thu 26 Mar & Thu 9 Apr
PLEASE NOTE: We recommend booking online in advance of your visit – the exhibition can get busy at times and we can’t always guarantee availability for walk-ups.
**Concessions Price: Concessionary rate tickets are available to students, Blue Light Card Holders and Universal Credit claimants. The Blue Light Card concessionary rate is only valid for the card holder’s ticket. The card holder must be in attendance and may be asked to show their card when they arrive at the exhibition.
Content warning: Visitors may find some images distressing due to images of animal cruelty and animal death. If you prefer not to view this content, please steer clear of the ‘Photojournalism’ and ‘Photojournalist Story Award’ sections.

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Relaxed Opening @ History of Science Museum, Oxford
2026-03-28 10:45 - 11:45 | History of Science Museum – University of Oxford, Oxford, OX1 3AZ, United Kingdom
Relaxed Opening
Saturday 28 March | 10.45-11.45am
Autism Friendly Openings Backpack in use
Email Helen to book for your family: learning@hsm.ox.ac.uk
A relaxed morning for exploring the Museum in a quieter setting. Created for neurodivergent and SEND visitors, those with sensory processing differences, and anyone who would enjoy a calmer environment for their visit.
SEND RAL Autism Friendly backpack
At the Welcome Desk you can pick up a backpack* with activities to help the whole family explore the museum together.
Although this is a relaxed opening, there may still be some noises around the Museum, so please do bring along ear protectors if you need them.
All ages welcome.
Book a space by emailing Helen: learning@hsm.ox.ac.uk
*The Museum’s SEND-friendly backpacks for families were developed in collaboration with RAL Space and Iffley Academy specialist school.
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And don’t miss Autism-Friendly openings at the Museum of Natural History.
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Relaxed Opening: '1880 THAT' @ Wellcome Collection, London
2026-03-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE
What you’ll do
Join us for a relaxed opening of the exhibition ‘1880 THAT’. 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 space. The chill-out room has low lighting, comfortable seating, cushions, mats and space to move around and be yourself.

Dates

15 June 2025 – 26 October 2025

Events
Sunday 15 June 2025

10:00 – 12:00

Relaxed opening

Relaxed Opening of 1880 THAT
Gallery 2
Join us for a calm and friendly opening of the ‘1880 THAT’ exhibition, with additional support and facilities.

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Sunday 7 September 2025

10:00 – 12:00

Relaxed opening

Relaxed Opening of 1880 THAT
Gallery 2
Join us for a calm and friendly opening of the ‘1880 THAT’ exhibition, with additional support and facilities.
Booking opens Thursday 7 August 2025 14:00

Sunday 26 October 2025

10:00 – 12:00

Relaxed opening

Relaxed Opening of 1880 THAT
Gallery 2
Join us for a calm and friendly opening of the ‘1880 THAT’ exhibition, with additional support and facilities.
Booking opens Thursday 25 September 2025 14:00

Museums, My Way Craft Sessions @ Reading Museum
2026-03-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-30 11:15 - 12:15 | Reading Museum, Reading, RG1 1QH, United Kingdom
Museums, My Way Craft Sessions

Monday 30 March 2026
Venue: Reading Museum
Price:
Suggested donation £4, booking essential

What:
Special craft sessions based on our Easter events aimed at neurodivergent visitors and their families to complement our regular Saturday sessions.
A breakout room, Quiet areas with tents and cushions and sensory bags will be available.
Please note that the Museum will be closed, except for those taking part in the sessions.
Who:
Families
When:
1-hour sessions starting at 10am &11.15am
Bookings:
Suggested donation £4, booking essential

Relaxed Morning @ Cartoon Museum, London
2026-03-30 11:00 - 13:30 | Cartoon Museum, London, W1A 3AE
Join us on Monday 30th March for the first Relaxed Monday of the year. Explore the museum under relaxed conditions or come to the timed art workshops.
March’s theme is sci fi. In the workshop Evan Bond the museum’s Young Cartoonist in Resident will teach you how to draw his characters as well as helping you to explore sci fi themes of your own imagination.

Our relaxed Mondays are specifically designed for children and young people (aged between 5-25) with Autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences. This event is free but pre-booking is essential.
Drop-in session: 11am – 1:30pm.
Sci fi workshop: 12:30pm -1:15pm
To book a place, or for further information, please visit our website at cartoonmuseum.org. Accessible information will be emailed the week before. Any questions please email: outreach@cartoonmuseum.org

Relaxed Story Telling @ Cartoon Museum, London
2026-03-30 15:30 - 16:00 | Cartoon Museum, London, W1A 3AE
Professional story teller Olivia Amstrong will bring to life a brand new sci fi story. This story is about an meteor landing on earth and giving humans super powers. Will they use these powers for good or for evil? The story has been created by Evan Bond our current Young Cartoonist in Resident.

The story will last around 25 minutes. Olivia brings the story to life with props and her energy. Children will come away knowing a brand new story and having had a fantastic time.

Our relaxed events are specifically designed for children and young people (aged between 5-25) with Autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences.

Tickets are £5 per child. Adults are free.
Timing: 3:30-4:00pm Timing on the day will slightly vary due to the live nature. The more exited the children are the longer the story will take!

Accessible information will be emailed the week before. Any questions please email: outreach@cartoonmuseum.org

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Flexibility to reschedule up to 3 days before the experience starts is included with your booking.

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Relaxed event - Samurai @ British Museum, London
2026-03-30 18:00 - 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 Samurai exhibition.
Discover the reality behind a millennium of myth at this sweeping exhibition on the legendary Japanese warriors. The samurai is an iconic figure, evoking images of formidable fighters possessing ideals of courage, honour and self-sacrifice. Yet much of what we think we know about samurai is invented tradition.
Our concept of samurai today has its origins in medieval reality. A distinct warrior class – known in Japan as bushi – emerged and gained political dominance from the 1100s. But during a prolonged period of peace, beginning in 1615, the samurai moved away from the battlefield to become an elite social class that also included women. Samurai men formed the government, serving as ministers and bureaucrats. Many became leaders in scholarship and the arts, as patrons, poets and painters, in a world where intellectual pursuits were just as important as swordsmanship.
This event is part of the public programme supporting the exhibition Samurai (open until 4 May 2026).
Booking information

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Please meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.
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.

Autistic Girls Workshop @ Cartoon Museum, London
2026-03-31 12:00 - 17:00 | Cartoon Museum, London, W1A 3AE
31st March: Autistic Girls Workshops

Overview

Come along to this arts and crafts session designed for autistic girls to get creative together. This workshop will be hosted by Bex Knight, who is an autistic woman herself and has worked with us over the years to create our access comics, which you’ll be able to see in person on the day! During this session, participants will make physical objects using their own drawings and art, coming out of it with their own key rings, stickers and badges! There will also be snacks on offer and breaks during the session.

Ages 8-14: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Ages 15-19: 3:00pm – 5:00pm

15 tickets per session so booking is essential. Tickets are free.
Access information will be emailed the week before.
These sessions are open to anyone who identifies as female or non-binary and fits within the stated age groups above.
Any questions please email: outreach@cartoonmuseum.org

Relaxed event - Hawaiʻi: a kingdom crossing oceans @ British Museum, London
2026-04-06 18:00 - 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 Hawaiʻi: a kingdom crossing oceans.
The exhibition is a dazzling celebration of the artistry and history of Hawaiʻi. It brings together remarkable objects – from feathered cloaks worn by chiefs and finely carved deities, to powerful shark-toothed weapons and bold contemporary works by Kānaka ʻŌiwi (Native Hawaiian) artists.
In 1824, the young King Liholiho and Queen Kamāmalu travelled across vast oceans on a journey that would mark a turning point in the history of their kingdom, Hawaiʻi. The exhibition commemorates over 200 years since this ill-fated royal visit and sheds light on Hawaiʻi’s history and culture through an exploration of the complex and enduring relationship between the Hawaiian and British nations.
This event is part of the public programme supporting the exhibition Hawaiʻi: a kingdom crossing oceans (open until 25 May 2026).
Booking information

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Please meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.
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.

Dream, Mix, Make | Relaxed morning for children (Autism and learning disability friendly) @ Modern One, Scotland
2026-04-07 10:30 - 12:00 | Modern (Modern One), Belford Terrace, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH4 3DR, United Kingdom
Modern One
Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.30–12noon
Free
Booking essential
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This relaxed, welcoming drop-in workshop invites families to explore art together in a calm and supportive space, where the ordinary can become extraordinary.
Through playful mark-making, collage, storytelling and hands-on creative exploration, families can build their own dreamlike worlds, filled with curious creatures, surprising combinations and wonderful changes in scale.
Activities are open-ended and adaptable, with flexible pacing and gentle guidance from friendly facilitators. You can take part in your own way, at your own speed.
Designed especially to be inclusive and accessible for autistic children, young people and those with learning disabilities – and enjoyable for siblings, parents and carers too.
All ages welcome.

Relaxed Opening Hours: Seurat and the Sea @ The Courtauld, London
2026-04-08 10:00 - 11:00 | The Courtauld, London, WC2R 0RN, United Kingdom
13 February – 17 May 2026
Denise Coates Exhibition Galleries, Floor 3
★★★★★ “Tremendous” – The Guardian
“The magic of Seurat’s seascapes” – The Times
“Unmissable” – Time Out
The Courtauld presents the first ever exhibition dedicated to the seascapes of the French artist Georges Seurat (1859–1891). This major, focused display is the first devoted to Seurat in the UK in almost 30 years. It charts the evolution of his radical and distinctive style through the recurring motif of the sea.
The Courtauld holds the largest collection of works by Seurat in the UK. The artist is best known as the creator of the Neo-Impressionist technique, in which shapes and light are rendered by juxtaposing small dots of pure colour. Due to his early death at the age of 31, Seurat has a very small pool of works and exhibitions devoted to him are rare.
The Griffin Catalyst Exhibition: Seurat and the Sea brings together 26 paintings, oil sketches and drawings made by Seurat during the five summers he spent on the northern coast of France, between 1885 and 1890. Working in port towns along the English Channel, including Honfleur, Port-en-Bessin and Gravelines, Seurat captured their seascapes, regattas and port activity in his distinctive Neo-Impressionist technique. He sought, in his words, ‘to wash his eyes of the days spent in the studio [in Paris] and to translate in the most faithful manner the bright clarity, in all its nuances’.
These works are an important counterpoint to his Parisian works, which are better known and more widely studied. This exhibition will therefore provide a unique opportunity to reassess an important but often overlooked aspect of Seurat’s career.
Due to unprecedented demand, the Courtauld has extended its opening hours on every Friday evening until 8pm throughout the run, to ensure visitors do not miss out.
Tickets for 13 April – 17 May and late openings are on sale to Courtauld Members from Friday 13 February, 10:00, and to the public on Monday 16 February, 10:00. Sign up to our newsletter to hear about further ticket announcements.

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13 Feb – 17 May 2026

10:00 – 18:00 (last entry 17:15)

Courtauld Gallery Somerset House The Denise Coates Exhibition Galleries

Tickets for 13 April – 17 May and late openings are now on sale to Courtauld Members
Courtauld Members go free.

RELAXED OPENING HOURS

Wednesday 8 April and Tuesday 5 May 2026 at 10am or 10.15am.
Join us for relaxed openings of The Griffin Catalyst Exhibition: Seurat and the Sea.
Our relaxed openings provide a quieter moment to enjoy the exhibition, with additional support and facilities from our friendly team.
These events are suitable for anyone who prefers to visit the gallery when it is less crowded, including disabled visitors, neurodivergent visitors or those with additional sensory needs, and their families and carers.
You can expect:
– Fewer people in the exhibition
– Extra staff on hand to answer any questions
– Multisensory handling resources and ear defenders available
– Comfortable cushions and mats to sit and enjoy the exhibition
– Book now 8 April
– Book now 5 May
Please note this is a relaxed event, which means you are welcome to move around and make noise at any time.

Autism-friendly early opening @ Wembley Library, London
2026-04-10 09:30 - 10:30 | Wembley Library, London, HA9 8TS, United Kingdom
About this event
Enjoy an early opening of Wembley Library for a limited number of children aged 3-15 years with their siblings, parents and carers.

Join us for a relaxed morning at Wembley Library, specially designed for our friends with autism!

Autism-Friendly morning at Wembley Library!
Come and join us for a special Autism-Friendly morning at Wembley Library for children aged 3-15 years with their siblings, parents and carers.
We’re creating a welcoming and inclusive space for individuals with autism to enjoy the building. Our staff are trained to provide a supportive environment. Whether you want to read, relax, or explore, we’re here to make your visit enjoyable. Join us for a morning tailored just for you!
This is an autism-friendly hour with quieter space where you can take part in a craft activity inspired by Romanian Easter egg designs – come and make your own 2D collage to take home.
You can also borrow books and explore the library. Please book a ticket for each person coming in your group, such as each of the brothers, sisters and parents/carers.
There are accessible toilets in the Civic Centre on the Ground and First Floors.
All visitors to this special early opening will receive a visual story in advance to provide an idea of what to expect during the event. Please add the email address museum.archives@brent.gov.uk to your contacts to avoid the visual story email going to your junk folder by accident.
If you already have a library card you can use the computers from 9am.
If you book to come for the early opening you can join the library from 9.30am and use the computers from then.
The Children’s Library and the main library displays are open to the general public from 10.30am.
Drop in
Free
Age range: 3 – 15 years
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Jana Cameron, Learning Officer at Brent Museum and Archives on 020 8937 3603 or 07909 007 182 or at jana.cameron@brent.gov.uk

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Relaxed Opening @ Tower Bridge, London
2026-04-11 09:30 - 11:30 | Tower Bridge, SE1 2UP
Relaxed Opening

A designated period for neurodivergent individuals to explore Tower Bridge in the way that best suits them.

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Date
Saturday 11 April 2026

Time
09:30 to 11:30

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Included in your entry ticket

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Throughout the attraction

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Relaxed Opening is a dedicated, low-capacity session created specifically with neurodivergent visitors in mind. Held on the second Saturday of each month, Relaxed Opening offers visitors a calm, stress-reduced environment to explore Tower Bridge at their own pace – aiming to create a more comfortable environment to make everyone feel at ease.
Who is Relaxed Opening for?
Relaxed Opening is a designated time for neurodivergent individuals, along with their families, friends and carers. Visitors are welcome to move, express themselves, and engage with the space in the way that suits them best.
What happens during Relaxed Opening?

Further reduced visitor numbers inside the attraction with no guided tours or group bookings
Hand dryers switched off. Disposable hand towels provided
Reduced volume of soundscapes and video
Visitors are encouraged to explore Tower Bridge in the way that they feel most comfortable.

We also:

Train our team regularly with access awareness training
Provide a visual story to help you plan ahead
Provide access tool kits that contain sensory items and can help assist visitors who may benefit from distraction, play and sensory management when feeling overwhelmed by the environment. All visitors are welcome to request items from the kits from our team.

What is the difference between Relaxed Opening and Quieter Time?
Quieter Time is for anyone seeking a more tranquil experience at Tower Bridge, while Relaxed Opening is specifically designed for neurodivergent individuals and invite them to be themselves to enjoy Tower Bridge in a way that suits them best.

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What to expect

The Ticket Office and entrance is located on the west side of the North Tower. We suggest arriving at the exact time of your timed entry.
Please know that our queue is outside on the Bridge which is a working Bridge and there are a lot of noise and external inputs from the road and pedestrians. Our team will do their best to ensure your entry to the attraction is as smooth as possible.

Plan your visit

Visual Story
This is a visual guide through Tower Bridge. It can be used by any visitor including those with additional needs, who may wish to plan their visit in more detail prior to arrival.

Visual story of Tower Bridge

Access and accessibility
We are committed to creating a welcoming experience for everyone. Step-free access are available in the Towers, Walkways and to the Engine Rooms. We also have two quiet spaces for those in need. View our access support and facilities available.

Access and accessibility

Booking information

Pre-booking is recommended

Relaxed Opening takes place on the second Saturday of the month. The attraction will open to the general public after Relaxed Opening but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.

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