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SUMMARY:Relaxed Opening @ Tower Bridge\, London
DESCRIPTION:Relaxed Opening\n\n\n\nA designated period for neurodivergent individuals to explore Tower Bridge in the way that best suits them. \n\n\n\nBook now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJump to section: \n\n\nKey information\nAbout\nWhat to expect\nBooking information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey information\n\n\n\n\n\nDate\nSaturday 11 April 2026 \n\n\n\n\nTime\n09:30 to 11:30 \n\n\n\n\nPrice\n\n\nIncluded in your entry ticket \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\nThroughout the attraction \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout\n\n\n\nExpand\n\n\nRelaxed 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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\n\nPre-booking is recommended\n\nRelaxed 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. \n\nBook now
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-opening-tower-bridge-london-3/
LOCATION:Tower Bridge\, SE1 2UP
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:SEND-friendly hour London Transport Museum Depot @ Museum Depot - Acton
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our first Museum Depot open days of the year to discover how transport icons have shaped London and its identity over the last 200 years.\n2026 is a year of milestones: marking 120 years of the Bakerloo line and 70 years since the celebrated red Routemaster bus hit the capital’s streets. \nThe Museum Depot is a treasure trove of transport history\, usually closed to the public. Spend the day exploring our storehouse and discover the stories behind these milestone moments. \nWhat’s happening\n\nHands-on fun: get creative with drop-in activities designed for all ages\nHistoric vehicles: see iconic trains like the 1927 standard stock and 1938 stock or unique buses such as the Routemaster RM1 and RM2\nInteractive demos: watch live demonstrations of rare signalling equipment\nUnique art: explore our one-of-a-kind art and poster collection\nSEND-friendly hours: designed for visitors with additional needs\, including visitors with special educational needs and disabled visitors\n\nDon’t miss your chance to celebrate icons of London’s past in one of the UK’s only museum stores that opens to the public. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\nAdult: £19 / £18 concession / £15.50 local resident\nChild 4-17 years of age: £10 / £8 local resident\nChildren under 3 years of age: Free \nSEND-friendly hour\nSaturday\, 11 April – 10:00 – 11:00\nThese sessions are especially for our visitors with additional needs\, including visitors with special educational needs and disabled visitors. \nAnnual Pass Plus holders\nAnnual Pass Plus holders can book free entry for you and two children to all our Depot Open Days. Login to your account to book Pass Plus free tickets.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/send-friendly-hour-london-transport-museum-depot-museum-depot-acton/
LOCATION:Acton Depot – London Transport Museum\, London\, W3 9BQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Neurodivergence through Art @ Wellcome Collection\, London
DESCRIPTION:Neurodivergence through Art\n\n\nSaturday 11 April 2026\, 14:00 – 15:00\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree\n\n\nDiscussion\n\n\nBritish Sign Language interpreted\n\n\nSpeech-to-text\n\n\nRelaxed\n\n\nWheelchair accessible\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nshow credit information for image ‘Discussion in the Reading Room’\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat you’ll do\nJoin educator and facilitator F. Zeeshan Choudhury in conversation with artist and activist Nicola Field and Grrrl Zine Fair founder and artist Lu Williams to explore the role of art in shaping\, revealing and validating neurodivergent experiences. \nArt can express sensory and emotional experiences that clinical language often cannot\, and for many neurodivergent people\, creative practice can surface sidelined truths and open space for new kinds of understanding. \nThis conversation may touch on topics of ableism\, systemic bias and trauma. \nThere will be an opportunity for audience participation. You can choose to listen\, ask questions or share your thoughts – whatever feels right for you. \nIf you want a break from the activities\, you can head to our Chill-Out Room to lie down or relax. There will be low lighting\, comfortable seating\, cushions\, mats\, ear defenders\, earplugs and sensory toys. \nOnce the event ends\, you’re welcome to stay and chat with the team about how we choose what goes into our collection and how neurodivergent experiences appear within it. You’ll also have the chance to make something from a table of mixed materials that responds to the ideas you’ve heard. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDates\n\nSaturday 11 April 2026\, 14:00 – 15:00
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/neurodivergence-through-art-wellcome-collection-london/
LOCATION:Wellcome Collection\, London\, NW1 2BE
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\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-2/
LOCATION:Hayward Gallery\, London\, SE1 8XX
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Relaxed event - Samurai @ British Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:This event welcomes people with disabilities\, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs seeking a calmer environment in which to view the Samurai exhibition.\nDiscover 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. \nOur 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. \nThis event is part of the public programme supporting the exhibition Samurai (open until 4 May 2026). \nBooking information\n\nBook now(Opens in new window) to reserve your place.\nPlease meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.\nAssistance dogs are very welcome in the Museum.\nIf you have any access requirements or need assistance booking this event please email access@britishmuseum.org or phone +44 (0)20 7323 8971.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-event-samurai-british-museum-london-2/
LOCATION:British Museum\, London\, WC1B 3DG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Relaxed session: Entire Museum @ Royal Albert Memorial Museum\, Exeter
DESCRIPTION:Explore the whole museum at your own pace in a quiet and relaxed setting\, and visit our fantastic temporary exhibitions – Grayson Perry: Aspects of Myself\, and Wow! Amazing Science in Children’s Books – without the crowds and with AV sound turned off. \nGrayson Perry: Aspects of Myself is RAMM’s first exhibition of the work of one of Britain’s best-known contemporary artists. From textiles and pots to etchings and woodcuts\, Grayson Perry: Aspects of Myself explores a sense of self through a range of media and storytelling techniques. \nIf you wish to visit the Grayson Perry exhibition\, you will need to buy a exhibition ticket here: Grayson Perry: Aspects of Myself – RAMM \nWow! Amazing Science in Children’s Books takes you on a journey from outer space to deepest underground\, and into the workings of the human body\, through the creations of artists including Oliver Jeffers\, David Macauley\, Marcia Williams and Yuval Zommer. This is a free exhibition. \nAlternatively\, take the time to wander around the entire museum – explore Roman Exeter\, marvel at objects in our World Cultures gallery\, and say hi to Gerald the Giraffe! \nRAMM regularly holds Relaxed Sessions. These are bookable times to visit the museum or its exhibitions when visitor numbers are restricted\, and all AV sound is turned off. They are usually in the morning before the museum opens to the public or similarly in the evenings after it has closed. \nRAMM’s Relaxed Sessions are for anyone who seeks a relaxed nature of visit\, but are particularly suitable for neurodivergent visitors and visitors with anxiety or other associated conditions. During the sessions\, you are welcome to move and make noise around the museum. \nPlease see our What’s On page for any upcoming sessions. \nGet in touch on ramm.enquiries@exeter.gov.uk or ask at Reception for more information. \nSee our access page for visual stories to prepare your visit.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-session-entire-museum-royal-albert-memorial-museum-exeter/
LOCATION:Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery\, Exeter\, EX4 3RX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:South West
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Opening @ Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Pitt Rivers Museum
DESCRIPTION:Relaxed Morning Opening\nSaturday\, 25 April 2026\n09.00 – 10.00\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\nAbout the event\nRelaxed morning openings allow visitors to experience the Museum of Natural History and Pitt Rivers Museum early in the day\, when the buildings are quiet. We open an hour early to welcome visitors who may struggle in the museums at peak times. The number of visitors is capped\, which reduces ambient noise levels and how full the space is. \nThe relaxed morning openings are designed for visitors who may benefit from a calmer environment\, including those on the autism spectrum\, have additional learning needs or sensory and communication difficulties\, and anyone who feels they would benefit from this session. \nFamily members are welcome to support the visit. \nQuiet spaces are available during the opening. \nYou will be able to visit both the Museum of Natural History and the Pitt Rivers Museum during this session. \n\nAccessibility information\n\n\n\n\nWheelchair accessible?\nYes\n\n\nHearing loops?\nNo\n\n\nSeating?\nSome seating is available in the Museum\n\n\nRefreshments?\nNo\n\n\nFlashing lights?\nNo\n\n\nLoud noises?\nNo\n\n\n\n\n  \nFor more information\, please visit our accessibility webpage.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-opening-oxford-university-museum-of-natural-history-and-pitt-rivers-museum/
LOCATION:Oxford University Museum of Natural History\, Oxford\, OX1 3PW
CATEGORIES:South East
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SUMMARY:Relaxed event - Hawaiʻi: a kingdom crossing oceans @ British Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe 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. \nIn 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. \nThis event is part of the public programme supporting the exhibition Hawaiʻi: a kingdom crossing oceans (open until 25 May 2026). \nBooking information\n\nBook now(Opens in new window) to reserve your place.\nPlease meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.\nAssistance dogs are very welcome in the Museum.\nIf you have any access requirements or need assistance booking this event please email access@britishmuseum.org or phone +44 (0)20 7323 8971.
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-event-hawai%ca%bbi-a-kingdom-crossing-oceans-british-museum-london-2/
LOCATION:British Museum\, London\, WC1B 3DG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Relaxed mornings for adults | April (autism and learning disability friendly) @ Portrait\, Scotland
DESCRIPTION:Relaxed mornings for adults | April (autism and learning disability friendly)\n\n Share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPortrait \nTuesday 28 April 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. 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. \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
URL:https://autisminmuseums.com/event/relaxed-mornings-for-adults-april-autism-and-learning-disability-friendly-modern-one-scotland/
LOCATION:Portrait Scotland\, Edinburgh\, EH2 1JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Scotland
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SUMMARY:SEND 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-young-va-london/
LOCATION:Young V&A\, London\, E2 9PA
CATEGORIES:London
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