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SUMMARY:Relaxed Visits @ Newton Abbot Museum\, Devon
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming Relaxed visits\nNewton Abbot Museum welcomes anyone who might benefit from visiting the Museum at a quieter time. \nUpcoming Sessions:\nMonday 11th August\, 1pm-3pm \nMonday 27th October\, 1pm-3pm \nMonday 16th February\, 1pm-3pm \nIn the meantime you can contact the museum to find out when the quieter times in the museum are. \n\nView of Newton Abbot Museum from the Welcome Desk\n\nExplore our galleries in a calm and relaxed environment where we will ensure our sound levels are reduced. There will be a quiet space available away from the galleries\, and you are welcome to borrow our new sensory bags and ear-defenders. \nThese sessions are great for visitors with Autistic Spectrum Disorder or other communication and sensory needs and their families / carers but are suitable for all. \n\n‘Chill Out’ Room\n\nTo help you prepare for your visit we have made a visual story which you can see if you click here. For other access information please visit our Museum Access page. \nIf you have any questions about the Museum’s relaxed visits or require any further information\, please email museum@newtonabbot-tc.gov.uk or phone 01626 201121
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-visits-newton-abbot-museum-devon-3/
LOCATION:Newton Abbot Museum\, Newton Abbot\, TQ12 1JQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:South West
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Hours Late Opening @ IWM North\, Manchester
DESCRIPTION:Relaxed Hours\nLate Opening\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n17 February 2026\n\n4pm to 6pm\n\n\n\nIWM North\n\n\nEveryone\n\n\nFree event\n\nFree ticket required\n\n\n\nBook Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a relaxed late opening of IWM North. This is a sensory-friendly event for families and individuals. The event is suitable for individuals or families with members who may have sensory processing differences\, autistic spectrum conditions or would otherwise benefit from a quieter environment to explore IWM North. \nAs part of our late opening\, you will be able to explore all our current exhibitions and have the opportunity to participate in family-friendly activities. \nThere will also be quiet rooms for those needing to take a break\, a breakout space\, and an indoor eating area for anyone wishing to bring their own food. \nTo help ensure a smooth entry to the museum\, we kindly ask visitors to book a free ticket online in advance. However\, we will still have capacity available onsite for those who are unable to book tickets. \nWe will send all visitors an email around a week before the event with more information to help you plan your visit. Please be aware\, the museum will be open to the general public for the first hour of your visit. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n© IWM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIWM North is located in Media City and is easily accessible by public transport or car. What3Words: ///rungs.test.toward\nAn Access Guide is available on the Accessibility page\, Accessibility at IWM North | Imperial War Museums\, with further information about getting here.\nTickets are limited to 6 per group.\nIWM North is fully accessible by wheelchair. There are three manual wheelchairs available for loan on a first-come\, first-served basis. These are provided free of charge and are located near the lift.\nDesignated disabled parking bays and parent and child bays are available in the car park. Please note that charges apply for all parking at IWM North.\nIf the museum is busy\, there will be one tannoy announcement during this event at 4:45 pm\, alerting existing visitors that the museum will be closing to members of the public not in attendance for the Relaxed Hours session. There are no other planned announcements. Fifteen minutes before closing at 5:45 pm\, you will be approached by staff to let you know about the upcoming closure.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExhibition Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur free temporary exhibition\, Spies\, Lies and Deception\, will be open to visitors. There is a family trail to accompany the exhibition\, which you are welcome to take part in. There is background noise in this exhibition\, which will be played at a lower volume during your visit.\nThe IWM North building is designed to encourage visitors to consider the confusion experienced during conflict. As a result\, the floor of the Main Exhibition Space has a gentle slope and visitors with mobility impairments\, mobility aids\, sensory processing differences\, or buggies may wish to take extra care in this area.\nThere will be Big Picture Shows played in the Main Exhibition Space at 4pm and 5pm. During the shows\, the Main Exhibition Space will be dark\, and the film will be projected around the walls. The shows will play at a lower volume than usual and contain no sudden loud sound effects.\nAt 4pm the show is called The Roads We Walked: The Fifth Pan-African Congress. The show celebrates the 80th Anniversary of the Fifth Pan-African Congress\, which took place in Manchester in 1945. At 5pm the show is called Animals and War which explores the stories of brave animal heroes from the First World War to the present day. Anyone not wishing to watch is welcome to leave the Main Exhibition Space and return later\, should they wish to continue exploring. Ear defenders will be available and staff and volunteers will be on hand to help.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilities\n\n\n\nAccessible toilets and baby change facilities are available on the ground floor and are signposted.\nThere are a small number of ear defenders and sensory backpacks containing items that may help your visit. They are available upon request on a first-come\, first-serve basis and are free to use. Examples of what they may contain include:\n\nEar defenders\nSunflower lanyard\n2x fidget toys\nA simple map\nMagnifying glass\nCuddly toy\nPencils and grips\nEmotions fan\nReading overlays.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-hours-late-opening-iwm-north-manchester/
LOCATION:IWM North – Imperial War Museums\, The Quays\, Trafford Wharf Road\, Manchester\, M17 1TZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:North West
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Hours Late Opening @ Imperial War Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:Relaxed Hours\nLate Opening\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n17 February 2026\n\n4pm to 7pm\n\n\n\nIWM London\n\n\nEveryone\n\n\nFree event\n\nBooking required\n\n\n\nBook Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIWM\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a relaxed late opening of IWM London. This is a sensory-friendly event for families and individuals. The event is suitable for individuals or families with members who may have sensory processing differences\, autistic spectrum conditions or would otherwise benefit from a quieter environment to explore IWM London. \nAs part of our late opening\, you will be able to explore all our current exhibitions and have the opportunity to participate in family-friendly activities. \nThere will also be quiet rooms for those needing to take a break\, a breakout space\, and an indoor eating area for anyone wishing to bring their own food. \nTo help ensure a smooth entry to the museum\, we kindly ask visitors to book a free ticket online in advance. However\, we will still have capacity available onsite for those who are unable to book tickets. \nWe will send all visitors an email around a week before the event with more information and a visual walkthrough to help you fully plan for your visit. Please be aware\, the museum will still be open to the general public from 4pm to 6pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\nWe ask those attending the Relaxed Hours event to please use the West Entrance\, which can be found by following the path along the right side of the museum’s main entrance. There will be staff in the surrounding park to help direct people to the entrance. A map can be downloaded here\, or use What3words: ///dairy.chef.full. See IWM’s Accessibility Page for more information.\nTickets are limited to 6 per group\nIWM London is fully accessible by wheelchair. There are manual wheelchairs available for loan on a first-come\, first-served basis. These are provided free of charge and are located at the West Entrance.\nThere are some limited designated disabled parking bays available (located off Brook Drive\, behind IWM London). Any visitors wishing to use these bays must book them prior to the event by contacting us at RearYard@zeglobal.com or calling 020 7416 500. Please provide your vehicle model and registration number\, your expected time of arrival and a contact number when requesting a space.\nIf the museum is busy\, there will be one tannoy announcement during this event at 5:45 pm\, alerting existing visitors that the museum will be closing to members of the public not in attendance for the Relaxed Hours session. There are no other planned announcements. Fifteen minutes before closing at 6:45 pm\, you will be approached by staff to let you know about the upcoming closure.\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExhibition Information\n\nThere will be a temporary exhibition running called Emergency Exits: The Fight for Independence in Malaya\, Kenya and Cyprus\, exploring the wave of independence movements that followed the end of the Second World War\, as many of Britain’s former imperial territories gained independence.\nPlease be aware that areas of our galleries can be dark and contain loud noises and potentially distressing images. Details of where these areas are located can be found in the visual walkthrough. There will be signage at the event.\nThe exhibitions are designed to encourage visitors to consider the experiences of people during conflict. In our First World War Galleries\, there is a short\, optional section that takes visitors through a replica trench. The floor in this area is textured\, with low lighting and sound effects. Visitors using mobility aids\, with mobility impairments\, sensory processing differences or with buggies may wish to take extra care in this area or take an alternative route that avoids this experience.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilities\n· The café will be open for hot drinks and cold snacks. \n· Accessible toilets and baby change facilities are available throughout the museum and are signposted. \n· There are a small number of ear defenders and sensory backpacks containing items that may help your visit. They are available upon request on a first-come\, first-serve basis and are free to use. Examples of what they may contain include: \n\nEar defenders\nSunflower lanyard.\n2x fidget toys.\nA simple map.\nMagnifying glass.\nCuddly toy.\nPencils and grips.\nEmotions fan.\nReading overlays.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFinding IWM London\n\n\nFind out how to get to IWM London here. Or see the journey from local transport hubs to IWM’s West Entrance below: \nElephant and Castle Train Station to IWM London \nWaterloo Station to IWM London \nKennington Road Bus Stop to IWM \nIWM West Entrance 
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-hours-late-opening-imperial-war-museum-london-2/
LOCATION:Imperial War Museum\, London\, SE1 6HZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Quiet Hour - Art Explorers: Collage Creations @ London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE
DESCRIPTION:Art Explorers: Collage Creations\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday 18th February  \n10am – 4pm \n\n\n\n\n3:30pm – 4pm is Quiet Hour at London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE. This session has a smaller capacity to ensure a quieter experience for those with sensory needs. \n\n\n\n\n\nFull access information for London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE can be found here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for free\, hands-on art activities for children and families inspired by our newest installation\, Room with All Existing Words by Mark Manders. Working with our friendly facilitators children will use collage and paper cutting to create their own artworks\, taking inspiration from Manders’ monumental sculptures and artworks that appear like mysterious ancient relics. \nCreate something unique before exploring the atmospheric Temple of Mithras below and the Roman artefacts discovered on this historic site. \nSuitable for children aged 5–11\, with all ages welcome. \nPlease book a 30-minute time slot. \n\n\n\n\nBook your free tickets now
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/quiet-hour-art-explorers-collage-creations-london-mithraeum-bloomberg-space/
LOCATION:London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE\, London\, EC4N 8AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Opening @ History of Science Museum\, Oxford
DESCRIPTION:Relaxed Opening\nSaturday 21 February  | 10.45-11.45am \nAutism Friendly Openings Backpack in use \nEmail Helen to book for your family: learning@hsm.ox.ac.uk \nA 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.  \nSEND RAL Autism Friendly backpack\nAt the Welcome Desk you can pick up a backpack* with activities to help the whole family explore the museum together. \nAlthough 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. \nAll ages welcome.  \nBook a space by emailing Helen: learning@hsm.ox.ac.uk \n*The Museum’s SEND-friendly backpacks for families were developed in collaboration with RAL Space and Iffley Academy specialist school. \nYou can join our mailing list to hear about future events. \nAnd don’t miss Autism-Friendly openings at the Museum of Natural History. \nWant to see more events?
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-opening-history-of-science-museum-oxford-6/
LOCATION:History of Science Museum – University of Oxford\, Oxford\, OX1 3AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:South East
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SUMMARY:Relaxed mornings for adults (autism and learning disability friendly) @ Portrait\, Scotland
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\nCourse or workshop Communities & access \nRelaxed mornings for adults (autism and learning disability friendly)\n\n Share \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nPortrait \nTuesday 25 November 2025\, 10.30–11.30am \nFree \nBooking essential \nBook tickets \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us at the Portrait for regular\, relaxed\, sensory-friendly mornings for adults with additional support needs\, including autistic adults and those with learning disabilities. \nAt 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. \nPlaces are free but limited so please book online. Only one ticket is needed per participant\, companions do not need a ticket. \nFor more information or assistance please contact us on 0131 624 6410 or learning@nationalgalleries.org. \nWatch an introduction to the gallery  \nDownload sensory map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent accessibility\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWheelchair access\nHearing loop\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nRelated events\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nCourse or workshop | Communities & access \nRelaxed mornings for adults (autism and learning disability friendly)\nPortrait \nTue 27 Jan 2026\n10.30–11.30am\nFree\nBooking essential \n\n More Info\n\n\nBook ticketsRelaxed mornings for adults (autism and learning disability friendly) \n\n\n\n\n \n\nCourse or workshop | Communities & access \nRelaxed mornings for adults (autism and learning disability friendly)\nPortrait \nTue 24 Feb 2026\n10.30–11.30am\nFree\nBooking essential \n\n More Info\n\n\nBook ticketsRelaxed mornings for adults (autism and learning disability friendly) \n\n\n\n\n \n\nCourse or workshop | Communities & access \nRelaxed mornings for adults (autism and learning disability friendly)\nPortrait \nTue 24 Mar 2026\n10.30–11.30am\nFree\nBooking essential \n\n More Info\n\n\nBook ticketsRelaxed mornings for adults (autism and learning disability friendly) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPortrait Gallery\nWatch 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. \nInformation on accessibility at our galleries \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSensory-friendly\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about sensory-friendly events and resources created for and with autistic visitors\, visitors with learning disabilities and those with additional sensory needs in mind. \n\nFind out more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n 
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-mornings-for-adults-autism-and-learning-disability-friendly-portrait-scotland-3/
LOCATION:Portrait Scotland\, Edinburgh\, EH2 1JD\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Afternoon @ Kirkcaldy Galleries\, Scotland
DESCRIPTION:The Relaxed Afternoon is for anyone who would like to visit to the Kirkcaldy Galleries without noisy interactives and videos. The afternoon is mainly for families with neurodivergent children\, neurodivergent young people and their friends and carers but everyone else is welcome too. \nPlease note that the museum will remain open to all visitors\, but audio and video displays will be turned down or completely off\, and a Quiet Space is available for anyone who is feeling overwhelmed. \nWe are also offering some additional self-led activities on the day: \n\nPattern Block activity\nColouring-In\nA Sensory Space\nGame On – a casual board and video game club at café Wemyss\, from 5pm-6:30pm\n\nThe Relaxed Afternoon is an open session – it does not have a specific start time. Please arrive at time that suits you best. The building closes at 7pm.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-afternoon-kirkcaldy-galleries-scotland/
LOCATION:Kirkaldy Galleries\, Kirkaldy\, KY1 1YG
CATEGORIES:Scotland
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SUMMARY:Dawnosaurs @ Natural History Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:Dawnosaurs: Relaxed Morning Visit\n\n\nNeurodivergent children and their families have the opportunity to explore the museum before anyone else and enjoy activities around different themes. \n\nBook your tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday 28 February and 9 May\, 08:00–10:00 \n\n\n\nFree\, booking required \n\n\n\nEast Entrance on Exhibition Road \n\n\n\n\nFamilies\n\n\nOut of hours\n\n\nRelaxed visit\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDawnosaurs is a free event for neurodivergent children\, including those with autism\, ADHD\, Tourette’s\, OCD and other sensory processing difficulties. \nEnjoy 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. \nThis event is best for children aged five to 15\, and siblings are welcome. \nIt’s essential that all visitors book a free ticket online. Tickets are released for each event a few months in advance. \nPlease read the essential information before booking. \nFind out about the security measures we have in place.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/dawnosaurs-natural-history-museum-london-6/
LOCATION:Natural History Museum\, London\, SW7 5BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Day @ Dynamic Earth\, Edinburgh
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe 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. \nDuring our Relaxed Opening Hours day\, the following adjustments are made: \n\nReduced visitor numbers throughout the day.\nAlterations to lighting and audio features.\nAdditional accessibility resources available\, including sensory bags\, social stories and sensory maps.\nDisability and neurodiversity awareness training for staff.\nCaptions on all videos\, and BSL interpretation on selected Planetarium shows.\nA wide range of sensory aids\nFlexible admission to our tour and Planetarium.\nDesignated quiet space for visitors to use.\n\nFurther 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 \nWe look forward to welcoming your to our next Relaxed Opening Hours Day.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-day-dynamic-earth-edinburgh-4/
LOCATION:Dynamic Earth\, Holyrood Road\, Edinburgh\, Edinburgh\, EH8 8AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Scotland
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Exhibition Viewing : Wildlife Photographer of the Year @ Natural History Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:Wildlife Photographer of the Year Relaxed Exhibition Viewing\nOur 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. \nBook your tickets\nUntil 12 July 2026 \nFrom £15.50 \nMembers: free \nEast Pavillion Gallery \nExhibitions\nPeople and planet\nArt and science\nRelaxed visit\nAudio-described\nExperience the exhibition’s breathtaking photography in a quieter setting at one of our relaxed viewings\, designed specifically for our neurodiverse and disabled visitors. \nWith 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. \nCome 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.  \nStep into a world of wonder\, where every image tells a powerful story. Book your visit today and see our planet through a different lens.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-exhibition-viewing-wildlife-photographer-of-the-year-natural-history-museum-london-7/
LOCATION:Natural History Museum\, London\, SW7 5BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Exhibition Viewing : Wildlife Photographer of the Year @ Natural History Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:Wildlife Photographer of the Year Relaxed Exhibition Viewing\nOur 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. \nBook your tickets\nUntil 12 July 2026 \nFrom £15.50 \nMembers: free \nEast Pavillion Gallery \nExhibitions\nPeople and planet\nArt and science\nRelaxed visit\nAudio-described\nExperience the exhibition’s breathtaking photography in a quieter setting at one of our relaxed viewings\, designed specifically for our neurodiverse and disabled visitors. \nWith 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. \nCome 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.  \nStep into a world of wonder\, where every image tells a powerful story. Book your visit today and see our planet through a different lens.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-exhibition-viewing-wildlife-photographer-of-the-year-natural-history-museum-london-8/
LOCATION:Natural History Museum\, London\, SW7 5BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:SEND Play @ Young V&A\, London
DESCRIPTION:SEND Play (Feb-Jun 2026)\nA session just for children with sensory differences or SEND and their families\n\n\n\nDrop-in\n\n\n\n\nOccurs on the first Saturday of the Month from February – June. Additional date – Saturday 14 February. \n\n\n\n\nYoung V&A \n\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n+44 (0)20 7942 2000 \n\n\n\n\nOccurs on the first Saturday of the Month from February – June. Additional date – Saturday 14 February. \n\n\n\n\n10.30 – 12.00 \n\n\n\n\nYoung V&A \nCambridge Heath Road\nBethnal Green\, London\, E2 9PA\n\n\n\n\nAcross the musem \n\n\n\n\nFamilies \nChildren with sensory differences or SEND and their families \n\n\n\n\nFree event \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery first Saturday of the month join Young V&A’s Play Champions for a SEND Play session. \nSaturday 7th February\, 10.30am-12pm \nJoin 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. \nAlongside the workshop\, our Designer in the Shed\, Amanda Vesthardt will open her sensory installation for families to explore. \nSaturday 14th February\, 10.30am-12pm (half term session) \nExplore 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. \nSaturday 7th March\, 10.30am-12pm \nExplore 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. \nSaturday 4th April\, 10.30am-12pm \nExplore 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. \nSaturday 2nd May\, 10.30am-12pm \nJoin 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. \nIn 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. \nSaturday 6th June\, 10.30am-12pm \nExplore 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. \nFurther information: \nFor Saturday 7th February and Saturday 2nd May: \n\nThe 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.\nLifts 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.\nOn the same floor is The Factory\, a quieter\, dimmed space with a process video playing.\n\n\nFor Saturday 14th February\, 7th March and Saturday 6th June:\n\nThe 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.\nThe 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.\n\n\nFor Saturday 4th April:\n\nThis 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.\n\n\n\n\nOur visual story shows you pictures of the museum and how to access our spaces. Please check our Access page for further information.\nThis is a family event. Children must be accompanied by an adult during the workshop.\nVisitors will be welcome to move around\, make noise and leave or re-enter the session throughout.\nEar defenders are always available on request at our reception.\nThe activities will be mainly floor based\, and we have a range of seating available.\nWe 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\nOn 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.\n\n\n\nThis 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.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/send-play-young-va-london-3/
LOCATION:Young V&A\, London\, E2 9PA
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Hours: Chiharu Shiota & Yin Xiuzhen @ Hayward Gallery\, London
DESCRIPTION:Relaxed Hours: Chiharu Shiota & Yin Xiuzhen\nTue 10 Mar & Thu 16 Apr 2026\n\nExperience our current Hayward Gallery exhibitions in a more relaxed environment with access to additional support during our Relaxed Hours. \n\n\n\nMore details forHayward Gallery\n Tickets £19 / Members freeView more time and price information\n Dates & tickets \n\nUnlimited entry for Members\, with no need to book\, from just £60 per year. \nBecome a Member today\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJump to sections on this page\n\n\n\n\nJump to \nOverview\nTimes & tickets\nAccess\nFor your visit\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe 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. \nOur 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. \nDuring Relaxed Hours there is reduced capacity inside the galleries\, spotlight talks and chill-out spaces. \n\n\n\n\n\nNeed to know\n\nEvent information\n\nAdvance 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. \nThere 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. \nTo 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\nhaywardrelaxedhours@southbankcentre.co.uk – the deadline to register is 12 noon on Tuesday 24 February. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTimes & tickets\n\n\n\nDates\, times and prices\n\nDates & times\n\nTue 10 Mar\, 2pm – 5pm\nThu 16 Apr\, 11am – 2pm \n\n\n\nStandard entry\n£19 / Members free* \n*no booking fee \nTicket prices may be adjusted without notice to reflect demand. \n\n\nConcessions\n\nConcessions 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. \n  \nLimited availability \nAbout concessions
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-hours-chiharu-shiota-yin-xiuzhen-hayward-gallery-london/
LOCATION:Hayward Gallery\, London\, SE1 8XX
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Opening @ Tower Bridge\, London
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWho is Relaxed Opening for?\nRelaxed 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. \nWhat happens during Relaxed Opening?\n\nFurther reduced visitor numbers inside the attraction with no guided tours or group bookings\nHand dryers switched off. Disposable hand towels provided\nReduced volume of soundscapes and video\nVisitors are encouraged to explore Tower Bridge in the way that they feel most comfortable.\n\nWe also: \n\nTrain our team regularly with access awareness training\nProvide a visual story to help you plan ahead\nProvide 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.\n\nWhat is the difference between Relaxed Opening and Quieter Time?\nQuieter 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. \n\nDiscover more about Quieter Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\nThe 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. \nPlease 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. \n\nPlan your visit \n\nVisual Story\nThis 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. \n\nVisual story of Tower Bridge \n\nAccess and accessibility\nWe 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. \n\nAccess and accessibility
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-opening-tower-bridge-london-2/
LOCATION:Tower Bridge\, SE1 2UP
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Sensory art club (profound disability friendly) @ Modern One\, Scotland
DESCRIPTION:Modern One \nSaturday 14 March 2026\, 11–12.30pm \nFree \nBooking essential \nBook tickets \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin 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. \nThe session will be fun and relaxed with an opportunity for families to enjoy a cuppa and a chat as well. \nPlaces are free but limited so please book online. Only one ticket is needed per participant\, companions do not need a ticket. \nFor more information or assistance please contact us on 0131 624 6410 or learning@nationalgalleries.org. \nWatch an introduction to the gallery \nDownload sensory map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nRaqib Shaw Self Portrait with Fireflies and Faces 2016 © Raqib Shaw; photograph © George Darell\, courtesy White Cube
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/sensory-art-club-profound-disability-friendly-modern-one-scotland/
LOCATION:Modern (Modern One)\, Belford Terrace\, Edinburgh\, Edinburgh\, EH4 3DR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Scotland
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