Exhibition - Design and Disability @ V&A, London
2025-06-07 - 2026-02-15 | V&A, London, SW7 2RL, United Kingdom
Both a celebration and a call to action, Design and Disability showcases the radical contributors of disabled, Deaf, and neurodiverse people and communities to design history and contemporary culture, from the 1940s to now.

Family Fun Zone: Relaxed Session @ The Great Exhibition Road Festival, London
2025-06-08 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Great Exhibition Road Festival, Prince's Gardens, London, SW7 1NH, United Kingdom
Sunday 8 June, 11am-12noon

The Great Exhibition Road Festival is a completely free annual celebration of science and the arts each summer in South Kensington. Join us on 7-8 June 2025 for a weekend of free science and arts events for all ages.

Families with neurodivergent members (e.g. people with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing difficulties) can book onto a quieter, calmer exploration of the Family Fun Zone with fewer crowds at 11am on Sunday 8 June. Most of the Family Fun Zone activities will be open, and you can meet scientists and engineers, join in with experiments, play games, sing songs, enjoy stories and do arts and crafts. You’re more than welcome to stay on after the Festival has opened too!

The Family Fun Zone has trees for shade, grass to play on or spaces to sit and relax. If you need any help or advice, speak to one of our friendly volunteers or members of staff, who’ll be wearing pink high-vis jackets.
Register here for the relaxed session, and please email festival@imperial.ac.uk if we can help in any way.

Relaxed Event - Splash! A Century of Swimming and Style @ Design Museum, London
2025-06-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Design Museum, London, Greater London, W8 6AG, United Kingdom
RELAXED OPENING
Wednesday 11 June 2025, 10:00 – 12:00.
Find out more about Relaxed Opening of our exhibitions suitable for visitors with a neurodivergent profile, sensory processing differences, SEND, neurological conditions or anxiety and their families, companions and carers.

Join us for a Relaxed Opening of our exhibitions suitable for visitors with a neurodivergent profile, sensory processing differences, SEND, neurological conditions or anxiety and their families, companions and carers.

What to expect

The Relaxed Opening allows you to visit our exhibitions with fewer people in the gallery, a more relaxed attitude towards noise and movement, and additional support.
Special adjustments will include:

Fewer tickets are available per time slot, so the galleries will be less busy than usual
A small Chill Room will be available on Level -1, near the gallery entrance and exit
A selection of tactile materials from the exhibition will be available to touch during the relaxed opening
You can download a Sensory Map and a Large Print Guide for each exhibition space from our Access Information webpage, and also on this page (please scroll down to find out more)
A print copy of the Sensory Maps and Large Print Guides will be available onsite during the Relaxed opening. Please ask a member of staff for assistance

Please note:

You must purchase a ticket to each exhibition
The museum’s cafés, shops, and other displays are also open to the public from 10:00am
A video description of the entrance journey to the museum will be added to this page soon
You can use the museum’s free Wi-Fi during your visit by setting up a free account
The recommended time to see the exhibitions is approximately one hour for each gallery space, but this really varies from visitor to visitor

How to book your ticket:

Pre-booking online is required as spaces are limited
Ticket sales are limited to 50% capacity, so we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment
Tickets are non-refundable. If you cannot make it to the event, please contact the team via the email bookings@designmuseum.org as soon as possible, and we will get in touch to exchange your ticket for another time.
After your booking, you will receive an automated email to confirm your purchase. And, 4 days before the event date, you will receive an email with further information to help you prepare for your visit
Suitable Age: 12 +. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible, ticket-holding adult

Scroll down for more information and booking links.

Splash! A Century of Swimming and Style Relaxed Opening

Wednesday 11 June, 10:00 – 12:00
Across three in-depth sections that reflect the three locations in which we swim — the pool, the lido and nature — the exhibition will dive into design’s role in shaping our relationship with swimming, both in the water and beside it.
Location: Level -1 (wheelchair entrance via Level -2)

Visit the exhibition webpage for further information about Splash! A Century of Swimming and Style
Book your tickets here

Relaxed Opening @ Tower Bridge, London
2025-06-14 09:30 - 11:30 | Tower Bridge, SE1 2UP
Relaxed Opening
Experience a quieter and calmer Tower Bridge.

Booking information

Upcoming dates:

Saturday 10 May
Saturday 14 June

Time: 9:30 – 11:30. The attraction will open to the general public at 11:30 but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.
Price: Standard entry charge
Guarantee your entry to Tower Bridge by booking your tickets online.
Book now
If you have access needs, please plan your route in advance. If you have further questions, please call us +44 (0)20 7407 9191. Please speak to a member of the team for any assistance on your arrival.
For more detail about your visit, view our Visual Story in advance:
View the Visual Story

About Relaxed Opening

On the second Saturday of every month, we host Relaxed Opening for anyone who would like to explore the Bridge in a calm, tranquil atmosphere, including people with autism and other neurodiverse needs, as well as their siblings, families and carers.
Families are able to explore the Towers, Glass Floors and Engine Rooms and also take part in a family trail if they wish.
To ensure the Bridge is as welcoming as possible, we:

Limit the number of people in the Bridge
Turn off loud hand-dryers and replace them with disposable hand-towels
Turn off loud soundscapes and video
Run regular disability awareness sessions with our staff
Provide visual story to help you plan your visit, available here.
Have Access Toolkits around the Bridge, which contain sensory items to help to assist visitors who may be overwhelmed due to the new environment.

A full list of Access features inside the Tower Bridge can be found on the Access for All page.
For any questions about the event please contact learning@towerbridge.org.uk or 020 7940 8397.

What our visitors say

“Our family liked how relaxed it was and so both boys were able to enjoy themselves without worry. It was a pleasant day out.”

“Very well prepared and organised Relaxed Opening. Staff had great SEN awareness, well trained, helpful and supportive.”

“The Relaxed Opening made it autism-friendly for me. Staff are extremely helpful.”

Accessible Morning Visits to Wildlife Photographer of the Year @ Natural History Museum, London
2025-06-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Accessible Morning Visits to Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Disabled visitors can see the newest edition of Wildlife Photographer of the Year away from daytime crowds.

Book your tickets

South Kensington, London

10.00–11.00 every other Wednesday and Saturday

Adult: £18, Child: £10.95

Experience breathtaking photography away from our busy daytime crowds at one of our relaxed early morning sessions, designed specifically for our disabled and neurodiverse visitors.
With a reduced capacity, careful lighting and low noise levels, these sessions are a perfect opportunity to explore the planet’s habitats, from sprawling urban metropolises to the deep polar seas, and meet the creatures that rely on these places.
Come face to face with species at risk of extinction as well as those we’ve brought back from the brink. See first-hand how human activities, both good and bad, are shaping the natural world we rely on.
With soundscapes, videos, expert insights and stunning photography, you’ll leave not only awe-inspired by the beauty and diversity of nature but also hopefully with a renewed drive to do what you can to protect it.

Off-peak ticket prices
Monday to Friday, excluding school holidays and bank holidays.
Adult (17–59): £15.50
Child (4–16): £9.25
Senior 60+: £12.50
Jobseeker: £12.50
Student: £7.95
Disabled adult: £12.50
Disabled child: £7.50
Art Fund adult: £7.95
Art Fund child: £4.50
Art Fund concession: £6.25

Peak ticket prices
Weekends, school holidays and bank holidays.
Adult (17–59): £18
Child (4–16): £10.95
Senior 60+: £14.50
Jobseeker: £14.50
Student: £14.50
Disabled adult: £14.50
Disabled child: £8.50
Art Fund adult: £9
Art Fund child: £5.50
Art Fund concession: £7.25

Relaxed Opening: '1880 THAT' @ Wellcome Collection, London
2025-06-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE
Relaxed Openings of 1880 THAT

15 June 2025 – 26 October 2025

Free

Relaxed opening

Relaxed

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What you’ll do
Join us for a relaxed opening of the exhibition ‘1880 THAT’. Relaxed openings provide a calm, friendly atmosphere with additional support and facilities.
You will find:

extra staff available to help you
fewer people in the exhibition
sensory-support equipment (including ear defenders, tinted glasses and visors, stim toys and weighted lap pads)
comfortable cushions and mats if you need to sit or lie down in the exhibition
a chill-out space.

For a break from the exhibition and gallery spaces, take advantage of our chill-out space. The chill-out room has low lighting, comfortable seating, cushions, mats and space to move around and be yourself.

Dates

15 June 2025 – 26 October 2025

Events
Sunday 15 June 2025

10:00 – 12:00

Relaxed opening

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

Check for tickets
Tickets via Eventbrite

Sunday 7 September 2025

10:00 – 12:00

Relaxed opening

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

Sunday 26 October 2025

10:00 – 12:00

Relaxed opening

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

Need to know

Location

We’ll be in Gallery 2. To get there, go up the stairs or take the lift to level 1.

Place not guaranteed

Booking a ticket for a free, in-person event does not guarantee you a place. You should aim to arrive 15 minutes before the event is scheduled to start to claim your place. If you do not arrive on time, your place may be given to someone on the waiting list.

Waiting list

If this event is fully booked, you may still be able to attend. We will operate a waiting list, which opens 30 minutes before this event starts. Arrive early, and we’ll give you a numbered ticket. If there are any unfilled places just before the start time, we will invite you to enter in order of ticket number.

Relaxed

This is a relaxed event, which means that if you need to, you are welcome to move around and make noise at any time.

For more information, please visit our Accessibility page. If you have any queries about accessibility, please email us at access@wellcomecollection.org or call 0 2 0. 7 6 1 1. 2 2 2 2020 7611 2222.
Our event terms and conditions

Relaxed screening, The Royal Tenenbaums + intro and discussion @ BFI, London
2025-06-16 18:10 - 20:30 | British Film Institute (BFI), SE1 8XT
Relaxed screening
The Royal Tenenbaums
+ intro and discussion
Wes Anderson’s third feature is an acidly funny portrait of a dysfunctional family presided over by the borderline criminal mentality of Gene Hackman’s patriarch.

Monday 16 June 2025 18:10

NFT3

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Director
Wes Anderson

With
Gene Hackman, Gwyneth Paltrow, Luke Wilson, Ben Stiller

USA 2002. 110min

Digital

Certificate
15

An estranged family, brimming with talent and eccentricity, are confronted with their own dysfunction when gathered together by their ailing father. Featuring a mesmerising central performance by the late Gene Hackman, alongside a wonderful ensemble cast, and replete with Anderson’s trademark visual flair, this is an intimate exploration of regret and redemption. Film writer and author of Close-Ups: Wes Anderson Sophie Monks Kaufman will introduce the screening. There will be a discussion following the film inviting reflections on the neurodivergent-coded aspects of Anderson’s cinema.
Relaxed screenings are presented each month for neurodivergent audiences, with their companions and assistants. More detailed information can be found at bfi.org.uk/relaxed.
Tickets £4.

Relaxed Evening Event - Ancient India, Living traditions @ British Museum, London
2025-06-16 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-07-07 18:30 - 20:00 | British Museum, London, WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
This relaxed event provides a calmer environment to view the Ancient India: living traditions exhibition for people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs.
Where does the image of the beloved and playful Hindu god Ganesha, with his elephant head and rounded belly, originate? What inspired depictions of the serene Buddha and Jain enlightened teachers?
Reaching back more than 2,000 years, this new exhibition explores the origins of Hindu, Jain and Buddhist sacred art in the ancient and powerful nature spirits of India, and the spread of this art beyond the subcontinent.
From the symbolic footprints which preceded portrayals of the Buddha in human form to the cosmic serpents incorporated into Hindu art and the nature spirits who attend Jain enlightened teachers, this compelling exhibition tells the ancient stories behind these living traditions.
This event is part of the public programme supporting Ancient India: living traditions (22 May – 19 October 2025).
Booking information

Book now(Opens in new window) to reserve your place.
Please meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6.30pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.
Please note this event does not include any tour or activity within the exhibition.
Carers and Disabled people’s companions do not need to book a ticket.
Assistance dogs are very welcome in the Museum.
If you have any access requirements or need assistance booking this event please email access@britishmuseum.org or phone +44 (0)20 7323 8971.

Scheduled dates

June 2025

Monday 16 June
Times:18.30–20.00Status:

July 2025

Monday 07 July
Times:18.30–20.00Status:

August 2025

September 2025

Relaxed Opening Hours @ Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
2025-06-20 10:00 - 17:00 | Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS, United Kingdom
Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh’s Science Centre & Planetarium, is hosting its Relaxed Opening Hours on 20th June. The Relaxed Opening Hours aim to provide a calm and inclusive environment for visitors; designed for those who would benefit from a more relaxed visit, but open to everyone. These sessions prioritise sensory comfort without compromising on the overall Dynamic Earth experience.
During Relaxed Opening hours, the following changes will be made:

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

Discovery Day - relaxed opening @ Francis Crick Institute, London
2025-06-21 09:30 - 11:00 | The Frances Crick Institute, London, Greater London, NW1 1AT, United Kingdom
Join us for a relaxed opening of Discovery Day, designed for families who prefer a quieter and calmer environment to experience our pop-up science festival. This free, ticketed event offers an opportunity to explore and enjoy various activities inside the Crick before the building opens to the public.
Your free ticket grants access to the activities from 9.30 – 10.30, followed by a relaxed Science Magic show from 10.30 – 11.00.
Discovery Day will open to the public at 11.00 and we will ask ticket holders to exit the building after the show. Our outside activities will start at 11.00, so you are welcome to stay and enjoy these whilst it is quieter earlier in the day.
Here is a little taster of some of the activities you can enjoy inside the Crick as part of the relaxed opening:

Fruit Piano – make an apple sing! Turn fresh fruit into musical keys and explore sensors, coding, and electronics.
Rainbow Mixing – create dazzling rainbow patterns by controlling colourful liquids. Discover how science, electronics, and coding come together in cool tech used by researchers.
Crick News – lights, camera, action! Take the spotlight and interview a scientist to ask your burning questions and learn more about life in the lab at the Crick.

After you’ve booked your tickets, we will send out more information the week before the event, so you can plan your time at the Crick with your family.
Our relaxed opening is especially suitable for children, young people, and families with members who are autistic, neurodivergent, have sensory needs or anyone who would benefit from visiting the museum when it is less crowded. This event is suitable for families with children aged 6+.
Please book the correct number of tickets for your family group, under one booking. Each individual needs their own ticket to attend. We will not admit lone adults or unaccompanied children. Please ensure everyone in your group has a valid, individual ticket. This is due to both safeguarding reasons and the capacity of the event.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Relaxed Hours @ British Library, London
2025-06-22 11:15 - 13:00 | British Library, London, NW1 2DB, United Kingdom
Join us for a relaxed opening of Unearthed: The Power of Gardening where you can enjoy the gallery in a calm environment with reduced capacity.
This event is particularly suitable for neurodiverse people and those with other sensory needs, but anyone who would benefit from visiting at a quieter time is welcome. The number of tickets available will be limited to ensure the gallery is not too crowded. Our staff will be on hand to give you a warm welcome and support your visit.
All visitors to this special opening will receive a visual story in advance via email to provide information on what to expect at the event. Please note that the rest of the Library will be open to the general public.
This event is free and aimed at visitors aged 14+ and their family or carers. All tickets need to be pre-booked for everyone in your party.

Your support
The British Library is a charity. Your support helps us open up a world of knowledge and inspiration for everyone. Please consider adding a donation to your basket.

More information

Accessibility, facilities and how to find us

Attending your event

Dates and times

Sunday 22 June
11.15
Enjoy the exhibition until 13.00
Book now

Sunday 22 June
11.45
Enjoy the exhibition until 13.00
Book now

Wednesday 16 July
18.15
Enjoy the exhibition until 20.00
Book now

Wednesday 16 July
18.45
Enjoy the exhibition until 20.00

Noises Off Morning @ Army Flying Museum, Hampshire
2025-06-30 09:00 - 12:30, 2025-07-28 09:00 - 12:30 | Army Flying Museum, Stockbridge, SO20 8FB, United Kingdom
Noises Off Morning

9am to 12.30pm on the last Monday of the month

Book Now

Our ‘Noises Off’ mornings run on the last Monday of the month between 9am and 12.30pm, however, please check the sessions by clicking on the button below because we occasionally have to cancel/move a session.
On these mornings sound effects in the Museum will be turned off, or down, so that visitors that may have sensory processing issues can explore in a quieter environment. Our booking system will also ensure that the Museum isn’t crowded on these mornings. We would advise visitors who wish to experience our normal sound effects and Helicopters in Action show to avoid visiting on these mornings, which will be marked on our booking system.
You can find information about what to expect when visiting the Museum and read our Accessibility statement HERE.

Calm at the Castle @ Colchester Castle, Essex
2025-07-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Colchester Castle, Colchester, CO1 1TJ
Calm At The Castle

06/07/2025

Colchester Castle

Included in admission

Suitable for Families

History

About this Event
Join us on the first Sunday of every month from 3 PM to 5 PM for a quieter experience at Colchester Castle.
These sessions are designed for anyone who would benefit from a calmer environment, including visitors with autism or sensory sensitivities. During this time, we reduce sensory stimulation by turning off sounds and visual displays, and a dedicated sensory space is available away from the main galleries.
Ear defenders, visual guides, and twiddlemuffs are available free of charge at the museum’s reception.
For more information about accessibility and our sensory-friendly resources, visit our Access page.

Relaxed Hours: Yoshitomo Nara @ Hayward Gallery, London
2025-07-08 08:00 - 15:00 | Hayward Gallery, London, SE1 8XX
Relaxed Hours: Yoshitomo Nara
Tue 8 Jul 2025, 10am

Join a guided tour of our current exhibition, or explore it at your own pace, in a more relaxed environment with access to additional support.

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For your visit

Spend some time in our Relaxed Hours studio spaces, with creative workshops and activities inspired by the exhibitions throughout the day for you to play, create and reflect with artists and the Southbank Centre’s Arts & Wellbeing Team.
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. We work closely with SEND schools and community groups to support and encourage bookings and visits.
During Relaxed Hours there is reduced capacity inside the galleries, and we offer gallery companions, guided tours, creative resources and chill-out spaces.
Creative workshops and activities are drop-in. You can sign up to join an exhibition tour at our Relaxed Hours welcome desk in the Hayward Gallery Foyer.
Relaxed Hours is generously supported by City Bridge Foundation and the U.S. Embassy London.

Need to know

Event information

Advance booking is essential and you’re asked to choose a time slot when you book. However, for this event your ticket allows you to arrive, leave and re-enter at any time between 10am and 3pm.
There is a preparation story available for visitors who may benefit from preparing for the exhibition. The preparation story will be available to download from this page within a couple of weeks of the exhibition opening, and sent to bookers in advance. We also send a visual story which is a shorter version with visual symbols.
For more information about our ticket and travel bursary schemes for those with financial barriers to attending, email us at haywardrelaxedhours@southbankcentre.co.uk or call us on 079 8908 3109.
The deadline to register you or your group for our ticket and travel bursary scheme is 12 noon, Monday 30 June.
Find out more about Relaxed Hours at the Hayward Gallery

Times & tickets

Dates, times and prices

Dates & times

Tue 8 Jul, 10am – 3pm

Standard entry
£20*
*no booking fee
Book as early as you can to ensure the best choice of tickets. Ticket prices may be adjusted without notice to reflect demand.

Concessions

Under 12s free, concessions available for full-time students, Lambeth residents, under-30s and recipients of Universal or Pension Credit

Limited availability
About concessions

Relaxed Opening @ Tower Bridge, London
2025-07-12 09:30 - 11:30 | Tower Bridge, SE1 2UP
Relaxed Opening
Experience a quieter and calmer Tower Bridge.

Booking information

Upcoming dates:

Saturday 12 July
Saturday 9 August

Time: 9:30 – 11:30. The attraction will open to the general public at 11:30 but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.
Price: Standard entry charge
Guarantee your entry to Tower Bridge by booking your tickets online.
Book now
If you have access needs, please plan your route in advance. If you have further questions, please call us +44 (0)20 7407 9191. Please speak to a member of the team for any assistance on your arrival.
For more detail about your visit, view our Visual Story in advance:
View the Visual Story

About Relaxed Opening

On the second Saturday of every month, we host Relaxed Opening for anyone who would like to explore the Bridge in a calm, tranquil atmosphere, including people with autism and other neurodiverse needs, as well as their siblings, families and carers.
Families are able to explore the Towers, Glass Floors and Engine Rooms and also take part in a family trail if they wish.
To ensure the Bridge is as welcoming as possible, we:

Limit the number of people in the Bridge
Turn off loud hand-dryers and replace them with disposable hand-towels
Turn off loud soundscapes and video
Run regular disability awareness sessions with our staff
Provide visual story to help you plan your visit, available here.
Have Access Toolkits around the Bridge, which contain sensory items to help to assist visitors who may be overwhelmed due to the new environment.

A full list of Access features inside the Tower Bridge can be found on the Access for All page.
For any questions about the event please contact learning@towerbridge.org.uk or 020 7940 8397.

Relaxed Hour: Arpita Singh: Remembering @ Serpentine Galleries, London
2025-07-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Serpentine Gallery, London, W2 2AR, United Kingdom
Relaxed Hour
Arpita Singh: Remembering
Serpentine North Gallery15 July 2025, 10-11amFree

Arpita Singh, Remembering, Serpentine North © Photo: Jo Underhill. Courtesy Arpita Singh and Serpentine.

About Live

Join us for our inaugural Relaxed Hour in the exhibition Arpita Singh: Remembering.
Relaxed Hour is a dedicated time for anyone who might benefit from a more spacious, gentle environment. This sessions are designed for visitors who experience sensory sensitivities, neurodivergent individuals, people with neurological conditions, and anyone who would appreciate a quieter, less crowded experience. Families, friends, and carers are warmly welcome.
During Relaxed Hour, there are no lighting effects or music in the gallery. It’s completely fine to talk or make noise in the space, and ear defenders are available upon request.
This is a ticketed event to help manage reduced capacity and ensure comfort for all visitors. Tickets are free, and donations are welcome.
About the exhibition
Remembering is the first solo institutional exhibition of Arpita Singh outside India, featuring key works selected in close collaboration with the artist from her prolific career spanning more than six decades. Arpita Singh was born in 1937 in Baranagar, then Bengal Presidency, now West Bengal, and moved to New Delhi with her family in 1946 where she has since lived and worked. Singh’s paintings centre on her emotional and psychological state, drawing from Bengali folk art and Indian stories, interwoven with experiences of social upheaval and global conflict. Find out more

We welcome all feedback to help us improve our future programme.
If you have any questions or need anything our Visitor Experience Team are very happy to help.
For any questions or if you have any additional requirements, please contact information@serpentinegalleries.org.

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Relaxed Hours @ British Library, London
2025-07-16 18:15 - 20:00 | British Library, London, NW1 2DB, United Kingdom
Join us for a relaxed opening of Unearthed: The Power of Gardening where you can enjoy the gallery in a calm environment with reduced capacity.
This event is particularly suitable for neurodiverse people and those with other sensory needs, but anyone who would benefit from visiting at a quieter time is welcome. The number of tickets available will be limited to ensure the gallery is not too crowded. Our staff will be on hand to give you a warm welcome and support your visit.
All visitors to this special opening will receive a visual story in advance via email to provide information on what to expect at the event. Please note that the rest of the Library will be open to the general public.
This event is free and aimed at visitors aged 14+ and their family or carers. All tickets need to be pre-booked for everyone in your party.

Your support
The British Library is a charity. Your support helps us open up a world of knowledge and inspiration for everyone. Please consider adding a donation to your basket.

More information

Accessibility, facilities and how to find us

Attending your event

Dates and times

Wednesday 16 July
18.15
Enjoy the exhibition until 20.00
Book now

Wednesday 16 July
18.45
Enjoy the exhibition until 20.00

Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey
2025-07-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Brooklands Museum, Weybridge, KT13 0QN, United Kingdom
Quiet Hour, Saturday 19 July from 9am.

We will open our gates an hour early at 9am for a Quiet Hour for our second Working Vehicles Day so that you can see the big, unusual and surprisingly familiar up close!
Our Aircraft Factory the home of our Wellington Bomber, the Flight Shed where you have a go at deciphering Morse Code, step inside the Vickers Wellington walkthrough as well as being able to get up close and sit in the pilot’s seats of the Hawker Hunter and Harrier aircraft.*
Visitors who are neurodivergent can enjoy these areas of the Museum, free from the hustle and bustle of our normal opening hours.
​​​Our Café will be open for our ‘Brooklands Breakfast offer’.
The Museum will then be open as normal from 10am – 5pm when all our exhibit areas will be open. *some activities have step access only

Autism Friendly Opening @ Oxford Museum of Natural History
2025-07-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Oxford, OX1 3PW
Autism Friendly Opening

Saturday, 19 July 2025
09:00 – 10:00
This is a free event but booking is required. To book your place(s) please email: education@oum.ox.ac.uk.

About the event
A relaxed morning opening for families with members on the Autism Spectrum to explore the Museum collections in a quiet environment. More information, including a visual guide, will be emailed to attendees a week prior to the event to help you to prepare for your visit. Please note that although this is a relaxed opening there may still be noises in the Museum so please bring along ear protectors if required. This is a joint event with the Pitt Rivers Museum.

Accessibility information

Wheelchair accessible?
Yes

Hearing loops?
No

Seating?
Yes

Refreshments?
No

Flashing lights?
No

Loud noises?
No

Sensory Friendly: Design and Draw with Light @ V&A, South Kensington
2025-07-19 11:00 - 16:00 | V&A, London, SW7 2RL, United Kingdom
Sensory Friendly: Design and Draw with Light
Take part in these free child and family workshops for visitors with a neurodiversity or sensory processing disorder and their families, get creative and have fun!

Workshop

Saturday, 19 July 2025

V&A South Kensington

Free

Book now

+44 (0)20 7942 2000

Saturday, 19 July 2025

11.00 – 16.00

V&A South Kensington
Cromwell Road
London, SW7 2RL

Art Studio, Learning Centre

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Families
Families with children over 5

Free event

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Come along to our Sensory Friendly: Design and Draw with light, a monthly workshop for neurodiverse visitors of all ages and their families. Join this session to explore drawing and designing with light!
This session will explore the idea of ‘home’. As a family you’ll get to design, build and draw using projections, fabrics and UV lights. Play with light and dark, reflections, shadows, and colours. Create and experiment using a mixture of different art materials to make colourful projections in the space.
If you need a break, there will be a breakout space available through the day, with one within the event space and the other nearby. This space will have: a blackout tent, cushions, sensory toys, and ear defenders.
All activities are optional, and you can visit at any point during the event timings, between 11am – 4pm. However, please book your tickets to give us an idea if you’re likely to visit us earlier 11am-1:30pm, or later in the day 1:30-4pm.
This session is inspired by Rachel Sale Adobe’s Illustration resident at South Kensington V&A, and the Museum’s collection. These sessions are created and led by Groundswell Arts.
This is an activity for families where either a child or the parent/ carer/ guardian has a neurodiversity or sensory processing disorder. This is a free, drop-in event for families to enjoy all together; no child can be left unattended. Suitable for ages 5+.

Image credit: Groundswell Arts Shadows – Credit Anna Gordon

Please click on ‘download brochure’ on the right-hand side if you’d like to find out more about Groundswell Arts and the rest of the team supporting the events on the day. You’ll also find a visual story to prepare for your visit.

All materials will be provided, all sourced sustainably. No previous creative experience is necessary.

Siblings, family members, and carers, of all ages are all welcome (please book a space for each child attending).

The Museum is accessible and step-free. Please find further information by clicking here

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Relaxed Evening Event Hiroshige - artist of the open road @ British Museum, London
2025-07-21 18:30 - 20:00 | British Museum, London, WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
This event welcomes people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs seeking a calmer environment in which to visit the Hiroshige: artist of the open road exhibition.
The first exhibition on Hiroshige to be held at the British Museum, and the first on the artist in London for more than a quarter of a century, this is a visually stunning portrait of a country about to change forever.
From fashionable figures and energetic city views to remote landscapes and impressions of the natural world, Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858) captured many aspects of life in the Japan of his time. Stunning bird-and-flower prints reveal his poetic feeling for nature while his evocative landscapes reflected the growing interest in travel across Japan. Hiroshige portrayed his world sometimes as it was, but often the way he imagined it could be.
The exhibition features prints, drawings, illustrated books and paintings from the British Museum collection, as well as a significant gift and loan of prints from Alan Medaugh, a major US collector of Hiroshige’s work, and other important loans. As well as exploring Hiroshige’s incredible body of work, this show considers his global legacy, which spans from Japan’s Edo period (1615–1868) through to Vincent van Gogh and contemporary artists such as Julian Opie.
This event is part of the public programme supporting Hiroshige: artist of the open road (1 May – 7 September 2025).
Booking information

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Please meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6.30pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.
Please note this event does not include any tour or activity in the gallery.
Carers and Disabled people’s companions do not need to book a ticket.
Assistance dogs are very welcome in the Museum.
If you have any access requirements or need assistance booking this event please email access@britishmuseum.org or phone +44 (0)20 7323 8971.

Dawnosaurs @ Natural History Museum, London
2025-07-23 08:00 - 10:00 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Dawnosaurs: Relaxed Morning Visit

Event information

Neurodivergent children and their families have the opportunity to explore the museum before anyone else and enjoy activities around different themes.
19 February, 10 May, 23 July, 11 October, 6 December
08.00-10.00
Free, booking required
Tickets for February and May will go on sale in early January

Dawnosaurs is a free event for neurodivergent children (including autism ADHD, Tourette’s, OCD and other sensory processing difficulties).
Enjoy the Museum, free from the hustle and bustle of the general public. Visitors have access to a wide range of galleries and activities, supported by and led by experienced, neurodivergent-aware facilitators.
This event is best for children aged five to 15, and siblings are welcome.
Tickets
It’s essential that all visitors book a free ticket online in advance. Tickets are released for each event a few months in advance.
Please read the essential information before booking.

Dawnosaurs Visual Story (PDF 3.40MB)

Essential information

FAQs

Can’t make it to the Museum?

If you can’t make it to the Museum but still want to join in on the Dawnosaurs fun, take part in our free online activities from home at a time that suits you.

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2025 event dates
Wednesday 19 February (on sale soon)
Saturday 10 May (on sale soon)
Wednesday 23 July
Saturday 11 October
Saturday 6 December

Early Birds @ Science Museum, London
2025-07-26 08:00 - 11:00 | Science Museum, SW7 2DD
Early Birds is a sensory friendly event for families with members who need a quieter environment to enjoy the museum.

Next Early Birds: Saturday 26 July 2025

Early Birds visitors will also have an opportunity to book tickets to lower capacity sessions in Wonderlab at a reduced rate.

Future dates
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More about Early Birds
This event is suitable for those who benefit from visiting the museum free from the hustle and bustle of the general public (for example, individuals with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences).
Taking place on selected Saturdays and Sundays across the year, we open the museum exclusively before or after hours, and wherever possible will have adjusted operations and/or lowered volume levels on exhibits.
As well as exploring some of the galleries, you can enjoy a selection of fun workshops in a gallery space. There will also be quiet areas for those needing to take a break. More details on exactly what to expect on the day will be sent out in advance of each Early Birds event.
The Early Birds accessible events are completely free and suitable for families with children aged 4–15. Siblings are welcome to attend, but all children and adults attending the event will need to book.

Information

Free Accessible event

Date: Saturday 26 July 2025
Time: 08.00-11.00
Price: Free but booking required

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Autism-Friendly Opening @ History of Science Museum - University of Oxford
2025-07-26 10:45 - 11:45 | History of Science Museum – University of Oxford, Oxford, OX1 3AZ, United Kingdom
Autism-Friendly Openings
Saturday 26 July | 10.45-11.45am

Email Helen to book for your family: learning@hsm.ox.ac.uk

A relaxed morning opening to enjoy the Museum displays and collections in a quiet environment for families with members on the autism spectrum.

At the Welcome Desk you can pick up a backpack designed with autism-friendly activities to help the whole family explore the museum together.
Although this is a relaxed opening, there may still be some noises around the Museum, so please do bring along ear protectors if you need them.

Book a space by emailing Helen: learning@hsm.ox.ac.uk

You can also join our mailing list to hear about future events.
And don’t miss Autism-Friendly openings at the Museum of Natural History.

Relaxed Mondays @ The Cartoon Museum, London
2025-07-28 11:00 - 17:30 | Cartoon Museum, London, W1A 3AE
Relaxed Mondays: Events this year: February 17th. April 7th. May 26th. July 28th. August 4th. August 25th. October 27.

Overview
Our free Relaxed Monday events have been specifically designed for children and young people with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences.
Events this year: February 17th. April 7th. May 26th. July 28th. August 4th. August 25th. October 27.Events are free, but advance booking is essential. One ticket per person, and one member of the group needs to be aged 5-25 with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences. Drop-in workshops are most suitable for ages 8-14. Drinks and snacks will be available. Join us for a free morning or afternoon event specifically designed for children and young people with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences. The event offers children and young people the opportunity to visit the museum without the distraction of other visitors, accompanied by their families, carers or friends. Throughout each session there will be drop-in cartoon workshops with our cartoonist Steve Marchant, as well as a self-led trail of the museum – or you can just use the time to explore the museum at your own pace. We cannot be responsible for any attendees. However, if there are any access requirements you would like us to know about or discuss, as well as any questions you may have, please email learning@cartoonmuseum.org and our Learning and Outreach Officer, Steve, will be happy to talk through everything. If you have booked tickets, we will email you our accessibility information ahead of the visit, including: Visual Story of the day, exhibition videos along with accessible descriptions, sensory descriptions of the museum, and the best accessible routes to get to the museum using public transport.

Location

Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey
2025-07-29 09:00 - 10:00 | Brooklands Museum, Weybridge, KT13 0QN, United Kingdom
Quiet Hour, Tuesday 29 July from 9am.

Our Aircraft Factory the home of our Wellington Bomber, the Flight Shed where you have a go at deciphering Morse Code, step inside the Vickers Wellington walkthrough as well as being able to get up close and sit in the pilot’s seats of the Hawker Hunter and Harrier aircraft.*
Visitors who are neurodivergent can enjoy these areas of the Museum, free from the hustle and bustle of our normal opening hours.
Concorde Sensory Tour, £3.50pp
Join us on this special guided tour of Concorde, the world’s most famous aircraft, back at its home in Brooklands. You will experience a feast for the senses as you handle genuine objects from staff and passengers of Concorde and enjoy an item from the menu! This experience is particularly suited to neurodivergent people and those with sensory needs. There will be reduced noise in this tour.
25-minute guided tour which includes:
· Complimentary Concorde Boarding pass
· Hear about the history and operation of the Concorde fleet
· Handle clothing, photographs, and memorabilia from Concorde’s flying days
· Sit in the comfort of Concorde Passenger seats
· Complimentary Concorde Flight Certificate
· Taste a sample from an actual in-flight Concorde menu
​​​Our Café will be open for our ‘Brooklands Breakfast offer’.
The Museum will then be open as normal from 10am – 4pm when all our exhibit areas will be open. *some activities have step access only

Relaxed Opening - More than human @ Design Museum, London
2025-07-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Design Museum, London, Greater London, W8 6AG, United Kingdom
Featuring art, design, architecture and technology, this thought-provoking show will present visitors with radical ideas on how to design with — and better understand — the living world. By bringing together over 140 works spanning contemporary and traditional practices, fine art, product design, architecture and interactive installations, the exhibition will explore how humans can relearn to design with and for the natural world in the face of climate emergency.
Open from July 2025.
Location: Ground Floor

Visit the exhibition webpage for further information about More than Human
Book your tickets here

The Relaxed Opening allows you to visit our exhibitions with fewer people in the gallery, a more relaxed attitude towards noise and movement, and additional support.
Special adjustments will include:

Fewer tickets are available per time slot, so the galleries will be less busy than usual
A small Chill Room will be available on Level -1, near the gallery entrance and exit
A selection of tactile materials from the exhibition will be available to touch during the relaxed opening
You can download a Sensory Map and a Large Print Guide for each exhibition space from our Access Information webpage, and also on this page (please scroll down to find out more)
A print copy of the Sensory Maps and Large Print Guides will be available onsite during the Relaxed opening. Please ask a member of staff for assistance

Please note:

You must purchase a ticket to each exhibition
The museum’s cafés, shops, and other displays are also open to the public from 10:00am
A video description of the entrance journey to the museum will be added to this page soon
You can use the museum’s free Wi-Fi during your visit by setting up a free account
The recommended time to see the exhibitions is approximately one hour for each gallery space, but this really varies from visitor to visitor

How to book your ticket:

Pre-booking online is required as spaces are limited
Ticket sales are limited to 50% capacity, so we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment
Tickets are non-refundable. If you cannot make it to the event, please contact the team via the email bookings@designmuseum.org as soon as possible, and we will get in touch to exchange your ticket for another time.
After your booking, you will receive an automated email to confirm your purchase. And, 4 days before the event date, you will receive an email with further information to help you prepare for your visit
Suitable Age: 12 +. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible, ticket-holding adult

Scroll down for more information and booking links.
