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Morning Stars: Beginners @ Royal Observatory Greenwich, London
Planetarium, Royal Observatory London
Rise and Roar – Quiet Session in the Magic Garden @ Hampton Court, Surrey
Hampton Court Palace SurreyWeek of Events
Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London
Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London
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.
SENsory Astronights @ Science Museum, London
SENsory Astronights @ Science Museum, London
SENsory Astronights SENsory Astronights is an overnight event for families with members who benefit from a more relaxed museum atmosphere. Experience all the excitement of our Astronights in a more calm and free-flowing environment. Next SENsory Astronights: Saturday 2 August 2025 Explore the museum, free from the regular hustle and bustle, take part in some fun workshops, watch an exciting science ...
Noises Off Morning @ Army Flying Museum, Hampshire
Noises Off Morning @ Army Flying Museum, Hampshire
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 ...
Relaxed Mondays @ The Cartoon Museum, London
Relaxed Mondays @ The Cartoon Museum, London
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 ...
Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey
Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey
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 ...
Relaxed Opening – More than human @ Design Museum, London
Relaxed Opening – More than human @ Design Museum, London
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 ...
Miller’s Ark, My Way @ The MERL, Reading
Miller’s Ark, My Way @ The MERL, Reading
Miller’s Ark, My Way at The MERL FOR NEURODIVERGENT VISITORS AND THEIR FAMILIES Booking Details Booking essential Book tickets Details Date: August 1 Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am Cost: £2 Event Category: Events and workshops Venue The Museum of English Rural Life The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road Reading, Berkshire RG1 5EX United Kingdom + Google Map Bring a picnic, meet ...
Morning Stars: Beginners @ Royal Observatory Greenwich, London
Morning Stars: Beginners @ Royal Observatory Greenwich, London
Ticketed Essential Information Type Planetarium shows Location Royal Observatory Date and Times 17 and 22 February, 7 and 11 April, 26 and 30 May, 2 and 16 August | 10.15-11.00am Prices £10 Adult | £5 Child | Free Companion tickets 10% off for members. Not a member? Join now Book now Member Tickets Our Morning Stars planetarium shows are designed ...
Rise and Roar – Quiet Session in the Magic Garden @ Hampton Court, Surrey
Rise and Roar – Quiet Session in the Magic Garden @ Hampton Court, Surrey
Quiet sessions in The Magic Garden Skip the event ticket details and go to event summary. When Selected dates from April - October 2025 09:30 - 11:00 Where Magic Garden Ticketing information Included in palace admission (Members go free) Buy Rise and Roar tickets Member tickets Events Families Start of the events summaryJoin us for quiet sessions in The Magic Garden at Hampton Court Palace, ...
Calm at the Castle @ Colchester Castle, Essex
Calm at the Castle @ Colchester Castle, Essex
Calm At The Castle 03/08/2025 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, ...
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