Relaxed and Autism Friendly Morning @ Wembley Library, Brent Civic Centre, London
2026-08-20 09:30 - 10:30 (Europe/London) | Wembley Library, London, HA9 8TS, United Kingdom
Relaxed and Autism-Friendly morning at Wembley Library at Brent Civic Centre on Thursday 20 August, 2026 from 9:30 am to 10:30 am

Join us for a relaxed morning at Wembley Library, specially designed for our friends with autism and families who would benefit from a quieter, less stimulating environment.

This event is for children aged 3-15 years with their siblings, parents and carers.

We’re creating a welcoming and inclusive space for individuals 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 celebrating women in sport of Caribbean, Indian, and Somali heritage.

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.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/relaxed-early-opening-for-families-at-wembley-library-at-brent-civic-centre-tickets-1989639982748?aff=oddtdtcreator

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

Relaxed Morning Opening @ Oxford University Museum of Natural History + Pitt Rivers Museum
2026-08-21 09:00 - 10:00 | Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Oxford, OX1 3PW
Relaxed Morning Opening
Friday, 21 August 2026
09.00 – 10.00

About the event
Relaxed 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.
The 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.
Family members are welcome to support the visit.
Quiet spaces are available during the opening.
You will be able to visit both the Museum of Natural History and the Pitt Rivers Museum during this session.

Accessibility information

Wheelchair accessible?
Yes

Hearing loops?
No

Seating?
Some seating is available in the Museum

Refreshments?
No

Flashing lights?
No

Loud noises?
No

For more information, please visit our accessibility webpage.

Relaxed Hours @ HMS Belfast, London
2026-08-22 09:00 - 11:00 | HMS Belfast, London, SE1 2JH, United Kingdom
Join us for a relaxed early opening of HMS Belfast. 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 HMS Belfast.
Enjoy two hours aboard HMS Belfast with less crowds and free from loud sound effects. You will be able to explore the whole ship and can participate in family-friendly activities.
HMS Belfast was an active war ship. Some areas of the ship have uneven flooring or are difficult to access if limited mobility, please more information below.
We kindly ask visitors to buy a ticket online in advance. Crowd levels are kept low by permitting only ticket holders to this event on board the ship. HMS Belfast will open to the public at 11am. Visitors are welcome to remain on board after the Relaxed Hour session ends. The audio content throughout the ship will resume from 11am.
We will send all ticket holders an email around a week before the event with more information.

Access

Find HMS Belfast using What3Words:///format.overnight.meals.
A Visual Story is available on our website.
Some levels of the upper and lower decks are inaccessible to wheelchair users, and unsuitable for people with restricted mobility. Modifications have been made to the 2-deck and 1-deck to make them wheelchair accessible. There is a platform lift between levels.
Some areas of the ship have uneven flooring. Some doorways and hatchways have lips which require you to step over them. To see every deck of the ship, visitors will need to climb multiple ladders. It is recommended that those with restricted mobility, or with small children under 4ft, do not access the engine room as it has vertical ladders and very narrow walkways.
HMS Belfast is situated on a tidal part of the Thames. You may be able to feel movement of the Thames when on board.
Prams or pushchairs are allowed in certain areas of the ship, but we would advise not to bring them at all if possible. There is a designated area on the Quarter Deck to leave prams, pushchairs, and strollers, for any families wishing to explore inside the ship. Please be advised that personal belongings are left at the owner’s risk.
There is no blue badge parking for visitors. The nearest public blue badge parking on Tooley Street and Braidwood Street. Find it using What3Words ///ritual.herb.match
The HMS Belfast is situation on the River Thames, and the railings on the outer decks are X cm high.
Visit HMS Belfast Accessibility Page for more information.
We have partnered with AccessAble to create an accessibility guide to HMS Belfast.

Facilities

The onboard café will be open from 9:30am.
Accessible toilets and baby change facilities are available in the pavilion before you arrive onto the ship. On the ship they are located by the Quarter Deck at the front of the ship.
There will be quiet rooms for those needing to take a break, a breakout space, and an outdoor eating area for anyone wishing to bring their own food.
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 contain include:

Ear defenders
Sunflower lanyard.
Fidget toys.
A simple map.
Magnifying glass.
Cuddly toy.
Pencils and grips.
Emotions fan.
Reading overlays.

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Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep Relaxed Exhibition Viewing @ Natural History Museum, London
2026-08-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-29 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-16 10:00 - 11:00 and 3 more dates | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Our relaxed viewings allow our disabled and neurodiverse visitors to see our brand new Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep exhibition away from the daytime crowds.

Book your tickets

Various dates, 10:00–11:00

From £15
Members: free

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Exhibitions

Dinosaurs and fossils

Families

Large print guide

Relaxed visit

Experience the exhibition 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 depths of the Jurassic oceans, away from the daytime crowds.
Packed with the all monsters you want to see as well as millions-of-years-old fossils, bite-sized science and gigantic fun, Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep is our latest blockbuster exhibition.
It’s the perfect blend of prehistoric monsters, memory-making moments and hands-on discovery from our expert palaeontologists.

Mosquitoes Warnings @ Wellcome Collection, London
2026-08-22 11:00 - 15:30 | Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE
Join facilitators from our visitor experience and library teams to explore posters and prints of mosquitoes and the diseases they carry.
We’ll have material from our collection on display, including graphic imagery warning of the risks of malaria, dengue and yellow fever. Highlights include work by British designer Abram Games.
Our facilitators will be on hand to discuss the stories behind the material and the history of public health messaging.

Relaxed Opening of ‘Audrey Amiss' and ‘Rudy Loewe' exhibitions @ Wellcome Collection, London
2026-08-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE
Join us for a relaxed opening of the exhibitions ‘Audrey Amiss: The Surviving Exhibitions‘ and ‘Rudy Loewe: Intimacies of Care – Spaces of Grief and Possibility’.
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. This space has low lighting, comfortable seating, cushions, mats and space to move around and be yourself.

Quiet Afternoon @ Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
2026-08-30 14:00 - 17:00 | Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS, United Kingdom
Dynamic Earth is Edinburgh’s Science Centre & Planetarium.
During our Quiet Afternoons, you will find reduced visitor numbers in our centre. Additionally, all videos in our galleries will be captioned and the 4pm Planetarium show includes BSL interpretation.
Accessibility is essential to what we do at Dynamic Earth to allow everyone to discover understanding and empathy for the Earth. In addition to reduced capacity, our standard accessibility features include additional resources such as sensory bags, social stories, and sensory maps. Our staff undergo disability and neurodiversity awareness training, and we offer a wide range of sensory aids.
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

Relaxed Morning @ Buckingham Palace, London
2026-09-01 10:00 - 11:30 | Buckingham Palace, London, SW1A 1AA
RELAXED MORNING AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE
TUESDAY 1 SEPTEMBER 2026
An opportunity for neurodivergent and learning-disabled children and their families to enjoy the State Rooms of Buckingham Palace in a quieter, calmer atmosphere.
Tickets are available for entry from 10:00 – 11:30 on Tuesday 1 September and cost £6 each. Free carer/companion tickets are available.
If you, or someone in your party, requires step-free access please contact the Specialist Sales Team to book either by phone on 0303 123 7324 or email specialistsales@rct.uk. A photo journey and pre-visit information are available to download, or by emailing specialistsales@rct.uk. Assistance dogs are welcome. We recommend that if possible that they wear a jacket or lead slip to identify them as working. Sensory bags, trails and fidgets will be available to borrow on the day. Visitors see the Palace gardens as they walk to the toilets and the shop, but there is no further access to the garden. The Family Pavilion is a breakout space with activities for families and children to

Relaxed Morning: Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award @ NPG, London
2026-09-06 09:00 - 10:30 | National Portrait Gallery, London, Greater London, WC2H 0HE, United Kingdom
Relaxed Mornings:
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2026

© Jonny Guardiani

6 September 2026, 09.00-10.30
Meet in Gallery Entrance Hall
Free (booking required)

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Our Relaxed Mornings have been designed for children with SEND and their families and carers, as well as individuals of any age with sensory differences or disabilities.
Relaxed Mornings provide an informal, friendly and safe environment where visitors can explore exhibitions at their own pace, in their own way, without feeling overwhelmed by the crowds or worried about disturbing others.
We aim to ensure reduced visitor numbers during our Relaxed Mornings and minimise audio-visual and other sensory elements inside the Gallery. Visitors can also enjoy artist‑led sensory experiences and access a variety of calming and creative tools within the exhibition.
A Visual Story will be sent to visitors in advance of their visit to help prepare for the experience of visiting the Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2026.
Important information:

Tickets and cloakroom are free, but booking is essential to reserve your place.
A carer or companion does not need to book a ticket.
Guide and assistance dogs are very welcome in the Gallery. Please ensure your dog is wearing its harness within the Gallery.
When you arrive, please meet in the Gallery’s Entrance Hall, accessed via Ross Place. More information about getting to the Gallery can be found in the Access section of our website.
If you have any access requirements you want us to be aware of, or need assistance booking a ticket please email info@npg.org.uk.
Check the Access section of our website for more information about accessibility at the Gallery.

Quiet Morning: Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award @ NPG, London
2026-09-12 09:00 - 10:30 | National Portrait Gallery, London, Greater London, WC2H 0HE, United Kingdom
Quiet Mornings:
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2026

© David Parry

12 September 2026, 09.00-10.30
Meet in Gallery Entrance Hall
Free (booking required)

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Our Quiet Mornings have been designed for neurodivergent visitors, people with sensory differences or disabilities, or anyone who would benefit from a calm and quiet environment.
Quiet Mornings offer a lower stress space to enjoy our exhibitions. To ensure a more peaceful experience, we reduce visitor numbers and minimise noise throughout the Gallery. We ask that Quiet Morning visitors please respect others and talk quietly. Phones and devices must be switched off or placed on silent.
A Visual Story will be sent to visitors in advance of their visit to help prepare for the experience of visiting the Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2026.
Quiet Mornings have been designed for visitors to enjoy our exhibitions independently; please be aware that these sessions do not include a tour or workshop.
Important information:

Tickets and cloakroom are free, but booking is essential to reserve your place.
A carer or companion does not need to book a ticket.
Guide and assistance dogs are very welcome in the Gallery. Please ensure your dog is wearing its harness within the Gallery.
When you arrive, please meet in the Gallery’s Entrance Hall, accessed via Ross Place. More information about getting to the Gallery can be found in the Access section of our website.
If you have any access requirements you want us to be aware of, or need assistance booking a ticket please email info@npg.org.uk.
Check the Access section of our website for more information about accessibility at the Gallery.

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Early Birds @ Locomotion, County Durham
2026-09-12 09:15 - 10:00 | Locomotion, Shildon, DL4 2RE
Early Birds is a special early-morning session for visitors with sensory needs who wish to explore the museum in a quieter environment.

Early Birds is a special early-morning session for visitors with sensory needs who wish to explore the museum in a quieter environment.
It’s for anyone who would benefit from a quieter, more relaxed museum opening, including autistic visitors, or visitors with an anxiety disorder or a Special Education Need.
The museum will open early—at 09.15—and will be available exclusively for our Early Birds guests until 10.00, when we open our doors to the general public.
We will be turning off the noisy children’s rides and video presentations, but you will still be able to explore the museum and play with the interactive exhibits.
Early Birds sessions usually take place once a month, with additional sessions available during school holidays.

Information

Free Accessible event

Date: Selected dates
Time: 09.15–10.00
Location: Main Hall

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Sensory Art Club (profound disability friendly) @ Modern One, Edinburgh
2026-09-12 11:00 - 12:30 | Modern (Modern One), Belford Terrace, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH4 3DR, United Kingdom
Sensory art club (profound disability friendly)

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Saturday 12 September 2026, 11–12.30pm
Free
Booking essential
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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. Take part in creative activities in the learning room with our friendly artists and explore the galleries at your leisure. 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

Inka Essenhigh Ghost Pipes 2024 © Inka Essenhigh

Relaxed Mornings in the Magic Garden @ Hampton Court Palace, Surrey
2026-09-13 09:30 - 11:00 | Hampton Court Palace, Surrey, KT8 9AU, United Kingdom
A relaxed morning event for Neurodivergent and Disabled children aged 3 to 16, and their families and friends.

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When
09 May, 07 June, 28 July, 02 August, 19 August, 13 September and 04 October 2026.
09:30 – 11:00

Where
Magic Garden

Ticketing information
Tickets cost £1.00.

Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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The fountains will not be switched on during the sessions.

Events
Families
Access

Start of the events summaryJoin us for quiet sessions in The Magic Garden at Hampton Court Palace, aimed at Neurodivergent and Disabled children, and their families/friends.
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.
During this session, we have lower visitor capacity than usual and lower noise levels. We turn off bathroom hand dryers, implement adaptations to staff operations such as using earpieces for radios, and do not use the tannoy system.
The session begins at 09.30 and ends at 11.00.
Ticket cost £1.00
This offer was formally known as Rise and Roar. The name, price and age range of the event has changed owing to the launch of our new Relaxed Events Programme for Children and Families. The change was made to bring these two offers closer to each other. For exact changes please see our FAQ’s page.
Dates in 2026

09 May
07 June
28 July
02 August
19 August
13 September
04 October

Each group member, including our valued Members and those aged under three years, must have a palace entry ticket.
Relaxed Mornings in the Magic Garden FAQs

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

Event description

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

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

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

Relaxed Day @ Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
2026-09-20 10:00 - 17:00 | Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS, United Kingdom
Dynamic Earth is Edinburgh’s Science Centre & Planetarium.
Dynamic Earth’s Relaxed Days aim to provide a calm and inclusive environment for visitors; designed for those who would benefit from a more relaxed visit, but open to everyone. These sessions prioritise sensory comfort without compromising on the overall Dynamic Earth experience.
During our Relaxed 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 Planetarium shows.
A wide range of sensory aids
Flexible admission to our tour and Planetarium.
Designated quiet space for visitors to use.

If there are any other adjustments we can make to facilitate your visit please get in touch with us at enquiries@dynamicearth.org.uk

Relaxed Mornings for adults (autism and learning disability friendly) @ Portrait, Edinburgh
2026-09-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Portrait Scotland, Edinburgh, EH2 1JD, United Kingdom
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Relaxed mornings for adults | July (autism and learning disability friendly)

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Tuesday 22 September 2026, 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.
Watch an introduction to the gallery
Download sensory map

Relaxed Hours: Anish Kapoor @ Hayward Gallery, London
2026-09-22 11:00 - 14:00 | Hayward Gallery, London, SE1 8XX
Relaxed Hours: Anish Kapoor
Thu 23 Jul – Tue 22 Sep 2026

Experience our current Hayward Gallery exhibition, Anish Kapoor, in a more relaxed environment with access to additional support.

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Tickets £22 / Members freeView more time and price information

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

Age guidance
Under-12s must be accompanied by an adult on our site.

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.
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 7 July.
Find out more about our free tickets Community Connect scheme

Times & tickets

Dates, times and prices

Dates & times

Thu 23 Jul, 11am – 2pm
Thu 6 Aug, 2pm – 5pm
Tue 22 Sep, 11am – 2pm

Standard entry
£22 / Members free*
* No booking fee
Ticket prices may be adjusted without notice to reflect demand.

Concessions
Learn more about concession discounts

Refunds and exchanges
Find out more about our refund and exchange policy

Become a Member

Become a Member

Members get free entry to the Hayward Gallery and the first chance to book our entire programme of events, including go-down-in-history gigs, concerts with world-class orchestras, and talks from cultural icons and political giants.
Join today from £60

Access

Accessible events
The performance onThursday 23 July at 11.00am A Relaxed PerformanceBook now
The performance onThursday 6 August at 2.00pm A Relaxed PerformanceBook now
The performance onTuesday 22 September at 11.00am A Relaxed PerformanceBook now

This session has a relaxed approach to noise and movement, a reduced capacity, and nearby chill-out spaces available to access for the duration of the session whenever needed. Feel free to come and go as you please.
There is a preparation story available for visitors who may benefit from preparing for the exhibition. This will be available to download from this page within a couple of weeks of the exhibition opening, and sent to bookers in advance.
The following adaptations are in place during Relaxed Hours:

Reduced capacity in the gallery.
Nearby chill-out spaces with low lighting and comfortable seating, including beanbags and cushions.
Sensory backpacks, including ear defenders and sensory support equipment, are available from the gallery Ticket Office.
Touch materials inside the gallery.
A limited number of Community Connect free tickets for organisations from Lambeth and Southwark, to remove financial barriers to attending.

If you have a particular requirement or any questions ahead of your visit, email accesslist@southbankcentre.co.uk or call us on 020 3879 9555.
You can join our free Access Scheme through your online Southbank Centre account or via email.
Find out more about our Access Scheme
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Early Birds @ Science Museum, London
2026-09-26 08:00 - 10:00 | Science Museum, SW7 2DD
Early Birds is a sensory friendly event for families with members who need a quieter environment to enjoy the museum.

Next Early Birds: Saturday 4 July 2026
This event is suitable for those who benefit from visiting the museum without the hustle and bustle of the general public—for example autistic visitors or those with sensory processing differences.
Taking place on selected Saturdays and Sundays across the year, we open the museum before or after hours exclusively to a reduced number of people, and wherever possible, with lowered volume and noise levels.
We will be celebrating all things space this year at Early Birds. Visitors will be able to:

Take inspiration from the Artemis missions with some space exploration themed hands-on workshops and craft activities.
Take part in our out-of-this-world Space Show.
Join our Explainer team on a journey through the Solar System with one of our Space on a Sphere talks.
Explore the Star Trek Warp Trail in a quieter environment and discover how this legendary sci-fi franchise inspired real-world science.
Explore our museum galleries including the iconic objects in our Space gallery.

Early Birds visitors will also have an opportunity to book tickets to lower capacity sessions in Wonderlab and Power Up at a reduced rate.
There will also be quiet areas for those needing to take a break. More details on exactly what to expect on the day will be sent out in advance of each Early Birds event.
The Early Birds accessible events are completely free and suitable for families with children aged 4–15. Siblings are welcome to attend, but all children and adults attending the event will need to book.

Information

Free Accessible event

Date: Saturday 4 July 2026
Time: 08.00-11.00
Price: Free but booking required

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Accessibility at Early Birds
Future dates
FAQs

Accessibility at Early Birds
We are committed to making our Early Birds events open and accessible for everyone and will do our best to make any adjustments which would make the event more accessible for you.
You can find out more about accessibility at the museum on our website. If you have any questions or specific access requirements you’d like to discuss with us, please call the museum contact centre on 033 0058 0058.

Future dates

Early Birds Evening—Saturday 15 August
Early Birds Morning—Saturday 26 September

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Frequently asked questions
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Relaxed Morning Opening @ Oxford University Museum of Natural History + Pitt Rivers Museum
2026-09-26 09:00 - 10:00 | Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Oxford, OX1 3PW
Relaxed Morning Opening
Saturday, 26 September 2026
09.00 – 10.00

About the event
Relaxed 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.
The 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.
Family members are welcome to support the visit.
Quiet spaces are available during the opening.
You will be able to visit both the Museum of Natural History and the Pitt Rivers Museum during this session.

Accessibility information

Wheelchair accessible?
Yes

Hearing loops?
No

Seating?
Some seating is available in the Museum

Refreshments?
No

Flashing lights?
No

Loud noises?
No

For more information, please visit our accessibility webpage.

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

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

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

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

Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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Events
Families

Start of the events summaryRelaxed events at the Tower of London are for Neurodivergent and Learning Disabled children & their families (5-16).
We welcome all families who identify as Neurodivergent or Learning Disabled including ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, OCD, Tourette’s and all other sensory and processing difficulties.
Enjoy two hours at the Tower of London free from crowds between the hours of 9:00-11:00.
The event will include entry to The Tower of London, the Crown Jewels and access to relaxed and SEN programming lead by disability aware contractors and facilitators.
Crowd levels are limited, and access considerations have been made to ensure you and your family can enjoy the Tower, free from loud sound effects and harsh lighting.
A café and retail space will also be available.

Event information
Crowd levels will be kept to a minimum for this event with only ticket holders being permitted entry during the event time slots. Ticketing is limited to 1500 people.
Lighting, sound and general effects throughout the Tower grounds will be minimised or turned off for your comfort.
Content warnings will be placed upon spaces that may contain material audiences may find distressing.
Access guides to the Tower of London are on our accessibility page. We will not ask for proof of disability or supporting documents.
Visitors with limited mobility
The Tower of London is a historic building with difficult stairs and passageways – including spiral staircases – and wheelchair access is limited. There are many steps throughout the Tower with cobbles laid in some of the surfaces and pathways. There are some low doorways.

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

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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.
