Relaxed Hours, Late Opening @ Imperial War Museum, London
2026-05-28 16:00 - 19:00 (Europe/London) | Imperial War Museum, London, SE1 6HZ, United Kingdom
Relaxed Hours
Late Opening

28 May 2026

4pm to 7pm

IWM London

Everyone

Free event

Booking required

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Join us for a relaxed late opening of IWM London. This is a sensory-friendly event for families and individuals. The event is suitable for individuals or families with members who may have sensory processing differences, autistic spectrum conditions or would otherwise benefit from a quieter environment to explore IWM London.
As part of our late opening, you will be able to explore all our current exhibitions and have the opportunity to participate in family-friendly activities.
There will also be quiet rooms for those needing to take a break, a breakout space, and an indoor eating area for anyone wishing to bring their own food.
To help ensure a smooth entry to the museum, we kindly ask visitors to book a free ticket online in advance. However, we will still have capacity available onsite for those who are unable to book tickets.
We will send all visitors an email around a week before the event with more information and a visual walkthrough to help you fully plan for your visit. Please be aware, the museum will still be open to the general public from 4pm to 6pm.

Access

If you would like a step-free entrance, please use the West Entrance, which can be found by following the path along the right side of the museum’s main entrance. A map can be downloaded here, or use What3words: ///dairy.chef.full. See IWM’s Accessibility Page for more information.
Tickets are limited to 6 per group.
IWM London is fully accessible by wheelchair. There are manual wheelchairs available for loan on a first-come, first-served basis. These are provided free of charge and are located at the West Entrance.
There are some limited designated disabled parking bays available (located off Brook Drive, behind IWM London). Any visitors wishing to use these bays must book them prior to the event by contacting us at RearYard@zeglobal.com or calling 020 7416 500. Please provide your vehicle model and registration number, your expected time of arrival and a contact number when requesting a space.
If the museum is busy, there will be one tannoy announcement during this event at 5:45 pm, alerting existing visitors that the museum will be closing to members of the public not in attendance for the Relaxed Hours session. There are no other planned announcements. Fifteen minutes before closing at 6:45 pm, you will be approached by staff to let you know about the upcoming closure.

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Exhibition Information

There will be a temporary exhibition running called Beauty and Destruction: Wartime London in Art, telling the story of London during the Second World War, as seen by artists.
Please be aware that areas of our galleries can be dark and contain loud noises and potentially distressing images. Details of where these areas are located can be found in the visual walkthrough. There will be signage at the event.
The exhibitions are designed to encourage visitors to consider the experiences of people during conflict. In our First World War Galleries, there is a short, optional section that takes visitors through a replica trench. The floor in this area is textured, with low lighting and sound effects. Visitors using mobility aids, with mobility impairments, sensory processing differences or with buggies may wish to take extra care in this area or take an alternative route that avoids this experience.

Facilities
· The café will be open for hot drinks and cold snacks.
· Accessible toilets and baby change facilities are available throughout the museum and are signposted.
· There are a small number of ear defenders and sensory backpacks containing items that may help your visit. They are available upon request on a first-come, first-serve basis and are free to use. Examples of what they may contain include:

Ear defenders
Sunflower lanyard.
2x fidget toys.
A simple map.
Magnifying glass.
Cuddly toy.
Pencils and grips.
Emotions fan.
Reading overlays.

Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep Relaxed Exhibition Viewing @ Natural History Museum, London
2026-05-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-24 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

Waterhouse Gallery

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.

May Half Term Relaxed Morning @ Gunnersbury Park and Museum, London
2026-05-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Gunnersbury Park Museum, London, W5 4NH
30th May
10:00 am
Free
May Half Term Relaxed Morning
Join us for our Relaxed Morning, a dedicated museum opening for children and young people (aged 5-25) who are neurodivergent or have additional needs, and their families.
As well as providing a sensory reduced environment within the Museum, all activities have been adapted to be neurodivergent and SEND friendly.
On the day you will be able to:

Discover and play with popular toys from the past 100 years. Handle a 1930s toy tractor, build a 1960s tower block, play with a cup and ball and more!
Play with giant Jenga, Fishing games, Dominos, Snakes and Ladders, Quoits, and others.
Take part in hands-on craft activities.

Our friendly staff and volunteers will be on hand to offer a warm welcome and any support you may need. Chill-out room and indoor picnic room will also be available.
Book your space via the button on this page. Numbers will be limited to ensure a quiet environment.
Access:
Wheelchair AccessibleAutism/neuro-diverse friendlyTactile ElementsSeating AvailableQuiet Rooms Available

Finish This... 2026/27 - Bookings Now Open!
2026-06-02 - 2026-07-10 | English National Opera, London, United Kingdom
Finish This… is ENO’s inclusive national music making programme for KS2, KS3 and SEND learners; inspiring young composers across the country; bringing a fusion opera, film and animation into schools, as a creative springboard for collaborative composition work. Co-created with teachers the project aligns with the school curriculum and is suitable for all levels of experience and musical ability.

Who is it for?
The programme has three learner strands, co-produced with teacher champions:

KS2 primary

KS3 secondary

SEND schools

Schools can sign up to as many projects as they would like throughout the academic year 2026-27. The programme is free of charge for state schools. Independent schools are welcome to apply to take part at a charge of £200 per class.

As part of the project, schools get access to:

Teacher learning resource pack (including template lesson plans, teaching materials)

Operatic music performed by the world-class ENO Orchestra and Chorus

Composition toolkit, with digital and printed resources delivered to your school

Online CPD and briefings for teachers, introducing the toolkit and new approaches to making music in the classroom

How to join?
Bookings are now open and will close on Friday 10th of July. Schools can book directly on the bookings page: Finish This… Booking Page – ENO

Booking Deadline: 10th July 2026.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year Relaxed Exhibition Viewing @ Natural History Museum, London
2026-06-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Relaxed Exhibition Viewing

Our relaxed viewings allow our disabled and neurodiverse visitors to see the newest edition of our Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition away from the daytime crowds.

Book your tickets

Until 12 July 2026

From £15.50
Members: free

East Pavillion Gallery

Exhibitions

People and planet

Art and science

Relaxed visit

Audio-described

Experience the exhibition’s breathtaking photography 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 natural world in all its beauty and fragility through the work of the world’s best wildlife photographers. From the peaks of the high mountains to the deep polar seas, meet the incredible creatures that call these places home in this year’s selection of stunning images.
Come face to face with species at risk of extinction as well as those we’ve brought back from the brink. Plus, see first-hand how our activities – good and bad – are shaping the natural world on which we all depend.
Step into a world of wonder, where every image tells a powerful story. Book your visit today and see our planet through a different lens.

Our Story with David Attenborough Relaxed Viewing @ Natural History Museum, London
2026-06-03 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-06-16 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-07-01 11:00 - 11:45 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Our Story with David Attenborough Relaxed Viewing

A spectacular new 360° cinematic experience, away from the crowds.

Book your tickets

Until August 2026

From £20
Members: from £10

Jerwood Gallery

People and planet

Exhibitions

Relaxed visit

Subtitled

Get ready to immerse yourself in the epic tale of people and planet in this new 360° experience, presented by Sir David Attenborough.
Watch as the walls and floor burst into life around you. Witness the birth of life on our planet and see it evolve over thousands of years. Look on as a family of gorillas play in their lush forest home and follow the journey of a humpback whale beneath the waves.
Watch our human story from our earliest beginnings to the tipping point when we begin to influence the world around us.
Sir David’s words have crafted the experience, which reflects his lifetime exploring our planet and sharing its wonders with the world. His personal message of hope leaves us feeling empowered to help write the next chapter in our story.
Produced by the award-winning filmmakers behind many of Sir David’s documentaries, this new 50-minute experience blends footage of the natural world with cutting-edge animation to create something truly special that you can’t experience from home.
What to expect
Our relaxed viewings are run at reduced capacity with increased house lighting and reduced volume. The show does contain high contrast, bright lights and in some parts moving patterns and loud sounds that may cause discomfort for people with photosensitive epilepsy, sensitivity to loud sounds or other similar medical conditions. If you are unsure whether this will affect you, please consult with a medical professional prior to attending the show.
Our Story is recommended for children aged 8+. All children must be supervised by an adult.
The minimum age for this experience is 4 years old, as it has been designed with adults and older children in mind. While Our Story is visually stunning, the heart of the experience lies in the 45-minute narrative story that requires focus and reflection.

SEND Play @ Young V&A, London
2026-06-06 10:30 - 12:00 | Young V&A, London, E2 9PA
SEND Play (Feb-Jun 2026)
A session just for children with sensory differences or SEND and their families

Drop-in

Occurs on the first Saturday of the Month from February – June. Additional date – Saturday 14 February.

Young V&A

Free

+44 (0)20 7942 2000

Occurs on the first Saturday of the Month from February – June. Additional date – Saturday 14 February.

10.30 – 12.00

Young V&A
Cambridge Heath Road
Bethnal Green, London, E2 9PA

Across the musem

Families
Children with sensory differences or SEND and their families

Free event

Every first Saturday of the month join Young V&A’s Play Champions for a SEND Play session.
Saturday 7th February, 10.30am-12pm
Join 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.
Alongside the workshop, our Designer in the Shed, Amanda Vesthardt will open her sensory installation for families to explore.
Saturday 14th February, 10.30am-12pm (half term session)
Explore 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.
Saturday 7th March, 10.30am-12pm
Explore 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.
Saturday 4th April, 10.30am-12pm
Explore 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.
Saturday 2nd May, 10.30am-12pm
Join 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.
In 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.
Saturday 6th June, 10.30am-12pm
Explore 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.
Further information:
For Saturday 7th February and Saturday 2nd May:

The 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.
Lifts 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.
On the same floor is The Factory, a quieter, dimmed space with a process video playing.

For Saturday 14th February, 7th March and Saturday 6th June:

The 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.
The 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.

For Saturday 4th April:

This 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.

Our visual story shows you pictures of the museum and how to access our spaces. Please check our Access page for further information.
This is a family event. Children must be accompanied by an adult during the workshop.
Visitors will be welcome to move around, make noise and leave or re-enter the session throughout.
Ear defenders are always available on request at our reception.
The activities will be mainly floor based, and we have a range of seating available.
We 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
On 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.

This 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.

Relaxed Opening for Families @ Sir John Soane's Museum, London
2026-06-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Sir John Soane’s Museum, London, WC2A 3BP
Relaxed Opening
Event Info
06 Jun 2026
5 – 7pm
Free, advance booking essential – please email Rhiannon (rlitterick@soane.org.uk)
Sir John Soane’s Museum
Type:

Families

We welcome you to come and explore the Museum at our relaxed opening. This special event is for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and or Neurodivergence and their families.
This is a self-guided session but there will be sensory activities, symbol trails and fidget toys you can borrow if you like and our friendly staff will be available to help.
This is our second relaxed opening and we’d love your feedback on the day as we plan to have more accessible activities in the future.
What to expect

Fewer visitors than usual (maximum 25, instead of 80), so the Museum will be quieter than usual, with minimal queuing outside
Lighting will be adjusted for a calm experience
Noise will be adjusted where possible, with hand driers in the toilets switched off and hand towels available instead
A selection of tactile materials related to the Museum will be available to touch
A chill out space will be available – just ask one of our friendly staff
The Visual story and a SEND family trail can be downloaded in advance from below, and printed versions will be available to guests on the day

Visiting & access information
We are in a Grade I listed, 19th-century building, so access to the Museum isn’t always straightforward. When planning your visit, it might be useful to know the following:

Please get in touch before your visit and we’ll do everything we can to make sure you have a positive experience. Rhiannon, our Public Programmes & Young People Manager, will be in touch with everyone who books in advance of the session to learn about their access needs
Due to the historic nature of the space, we are only able to accommodate one wheelchair user per Relaxed Opening slot
Everything in the Museum is on open display, and we ask visitors not to touch anything
There is historic furniture throughout the Museum – please don’t sit on the chairs. Please ask our friendly staff if you need to sit down
The Museum has some uneven flooring, with grilles in some places, through which you can see the floor below
The walls are covered with objects, some of which are extremely fragile
Some areas are dark and narrow
Tickets are free, with limited spaces available, and pre-booking is required. We are very sorry we will not be able to welcome anyone who has not pre-booked a ticket

For more information on accessibility, please visit our dedicated access page: https://www.soane.org/visit/accessibility
As there are a limited number of spaces available for this event, please email Rhiannon Litterick (rlitterick@soane.org.uk) to register your interest or join our waitlist for tickets. You will receive an email from Rhiannon with further information.

Download our Visual Story & Symbol Trails
Symbol Trails for Sir John Soane’s Museum | 315.15 KBVisual Story for Sir John Soane’s Museum | 5.49 MB

Family Fun Zone: Relaxed Session @ Great Exhibition Road Festival, London
2026-06-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Great Exhibition Road Festival, Prince's Gardens, London, SW7 1NH, United Kingdom
Family Fun Zone: Relaxed Session

Event schedule details
Sunday 7 June
11.00–12.00

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Family Fun Zone

Kensington Gardens, East Albert Lawn

Experiment, enjoy a story, play, and create with scientists and engineers at your own pace in our Family Fun Zone early opening.
This bookable relaxed session is for families with neurodivergent members (e.g. people with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing difficulties) who may need a quieter, calmer environment to explore the Family Fun Zone with fewer crowds.
Most Family Fun Zone activities will be open, and the zone has trees for shade, grass to play on or spaces to sit and relax.
We have also put together a visual guide, which explains what kind of things you can expect during your Family Fun Zone visit, alongside lots of images with text.
You can click here to download it as a PDF and you can click here to download it as a word document.
Register for the family relaxed session
Visitor information
This session is best suited for families with children aged 5–12. Advance tickets will be released closer to the Festival weekend. Please book a ticket for each member of your group, adults and children.
The Family Fun Zone, which is located in a garden with grass and paths, has step-free access and accessible portable toilets.
To attend the Festival, please make sure to register for free. Registering is the only way to receive the latest Festival updates, a first look at the programme, and opportunities to book free tickets for popular events.
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Adults Only Zone: Relaxed Session @ Great Exhibition Road Festival, London
2026-06-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Great Exhibition Road Festival, Prince's Gardens, London, SW7 1NH, United Kingdom
Adults Only Zone: Relaxed Session

Event schedule details
Sunday 7 June
12.00–13.00

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Adults Only Zone

Beit Quadrangle, Imperial College London

Explore our Adults Only Zone in a calmer, more supportive and inclusive environment.
This bookable relaxed session is open to everyone aged 18+ who need a quieter environment away from the crowds to enjoy our dedicated adult space, and will be particularly appealing to those who are susceptible to sensory overload.
During this hour slot there will be reduced background noise and no music. Visitors are welcome to move, express themselves, and engage with the space in the way that suits them best. We kindly ask that all visitors during the Relaxed Session are respectful and give space to others.
Most Adults Only Zone activities will be open so you can meet scientists, make origami, craft textile fridge magnets or try out wearable tech that tracks your walking speed.
The Adults Only Zone has a bar selling alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as food, with benches to sit and relax.
This is a ticketed event, with drop-in spaces available on the day.
Book tickets for the relaxed session
Visitor information
This is a ticketed event suitable for adults only. This zone is for people 18+ only, people younger than 18+ will not be allowed entry into the building.
The Adults Only Zone has step-free access and accessible toilets.
To attend the Festival, please make sure to register for free. Registering is the only way to receive the latest Festival updates, a first look at the programme, and opportunities to book free tickets for popular events.
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Relaxed Opening @ Tower Bridge, London
2026-06-13 09:30 - 11:30 | Tower Bridge, SE1 2UP
Relaxed Opening

A designated period for neurodivergent individuals to explore Tower Bridge in the way that best suits them.

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Key information

Date
Saturday 13 June 2026

Time
09:30 to 11:30

Price

Included in your entry ticket

Location
Throughout the attraction

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Relaxed Opening is a dedicated, low-capacity session created specifically with neurodivergent visitors in mind. Held on the second Saturday of each month, Relaxed Opening offers visitors a calm, stress-reduced environment to explore Tower Bridge at their own pace – aiming to create a more comfortable environment to make everyone feel at ease.
Who is Relaxed Opening for?
Relaxed 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.
What happens during Relaxed Opening?

Further reduced visitor numbers inside the attraction with no guided tours or group bookings
Hand dryers switched off. Disposable hand towels provided
Reduced volume of soundscapes and video
Visitors are encouraged to explore Tower Bridge in the way that they feel most comfortable.

We also:

Train our team regularly with access awareness training
Provide a visual story to help you plan ahead
Provide 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.

What is the difference between Relaxed Opening and Quieter Time?
Quieter 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.

Discover more about Quieter Time

What to expect

The 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.
Please 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.

Plan your visit

Visual Story
This 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.

Visual story of Tower Bridge

Access and accessibility
We 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.

Access and accessibility

Sensory Friendly Drop-in for Families @ V&A South Kensington, London
2026-06-13 11:00 - 16:00 | V&A, London, SW7 2RL, United Kingdom
Sensory Friendly Drop-in for Families
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!

Drop-in

Saturday, 13 June 2026

V&A South Kensington

Free

Book now

+44 (0)20 7942 2000

Saturday, 13 June 2026

11.00 – 16.00

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

Digital and Design Studio, Learning Centre

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Families
Families with children over 5

Free event
All materials provided.

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Come along to our Sensory Friendly session, a relaxed creative space for neurodiverse families.
As a family you’ll get to design, create and experiment with a mixture of different art materials, exploring four interactive stations inspired by the natural world as you work together to build a communal fantasy garden. Inspired by the V&A collection, this relaxed session encourages creativity and collaboration.

This session has been created by Alice Burnhope, an award-winning textile artist who creates spaces for families to connect through making, play and shared experiences.

This is an activity for families where either a child or the parent/ carer/ guardian is neurodivergent or has a 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+.
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.

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 materials will be provided, no previous creative experience is necessary. Siblings, family members, and carers of all ages are all welcome (please book a space for each person attending).

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

Relaxed Mornings - Marilyn Monroe: A Portrait @ National Portrait Gallery, London
2026-06-21 09:00 - 10:30 | National Portrait Gallery, London, Greater London, WC2H 0HE, United Kingdom
Our Relaxed Mornings are designed for children with SEND, 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.
We aim to ensure reduced visitor numbers during our Relaxed Mornings and minimise audio-visual and other sensory elements inside the Gallery. Chill-out zones and a range of creative tools, including Sensory Bags that are free to borrow, are available for visitors to enjoy within the exhibition.
A Visual Story will be sent to visitors in advance of their visit to help them prepare for the experience of visiting Marilyn Monroe: A Portrait.
Relaxed Mornings have been designed for visitors to enjoy our exhibitions independently; please be aware 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 at the main entrance on 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.

Relaxed Opening Hours - Hepworth in Colour @ Courtauld, London
2026-07-01 10:00 - 11:00 | The Courtauld, London, WC2R 0RN, United Kingdom
Wednesday 1 July and Wednesday 19 August, at 10:00 or 10:15
Join us for relaxed openings of The Joseph Hage Aaronson & Bremen Exhibition: Hepworth in Colour. Our relaxed exhibition openings include additional support and facilities from our friendly team.
These events are suitable for anyone who prefers to visit the gallery when it is less crowded, including disabled visitors, neurodivergent visitors or those with additional sensory needs, and their families and carers.
You can expect:
– Fewer people in the exhibition
– Extra staff on hand to answer any questions
– Multisensory handling resources and ear defenders available
– Comfortable cushions and mats to sit and enjoy the exhibition
– Book now – 1 July
– Book now – 19 August
Please note this is a relaxed event, which means you are welcome to move around and make noise at any time.

Early Birds @ Science Museum, London
2026-07-04 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 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
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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SEND-friendly hour London Transport Museum Depot @ Museum Depot - Acton
2026-07-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Acton Depot – London Transport Museum, London, W3 9BQ, United Kingdom
Depot open days: powering London
Museum Depot, Acton

Join us this summer as we celebrate all things electric at our summer Depot open days.
Step behind the scenes at our working Depot and explore how electricity has powered the city for over 125 years, from the first electric trams to today’s cutting-edge technology.
The Museum Depot is a treasure trove of transport history, usually closed to the public. Spend the day exploring our fascinating collection, including trams and trolleybuses, electric Underground stock, the pioneering 1967 automatic trains and early hybrid vehicles.
What’s happening

Hands-on fun: get creative with electric-themed drop-in activities designed for all ages
Historic vehicles: see iconic trams, trolleybuses and electric Underground trains up close
Interactive demos: watch live demonstrations from expert speakers showcasing the future of sustainable travel
Curious minds welcome: learn about iconic electric posters, electric vehicles of the past, and what’s next for London’s transport
SEND-friendly hours: designed for visitors with additional needs, including visitors with special educational needs and disabled visitors

It’s a day packed with discovery, creativity and family fun, perfect for curious kids and grown-ups alike.

Tickets
Adult: £19 / £18 concession / £15.50 local resident
Child 4-17 years of age: £10 / £8 local resident
Children under 3 years of age: Free
SEND-friendly hour
Saturday, 4 July – 10:00 – 11:00
These sessions are especially for our visitors with additional needs, including visitors with special educational needs and disabled visitors.
Annual Pass Plus holders
Annual 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.

What’s on

Full list of events and activities will be announced soon.
Gift shop
Visit the our shop for stylish gifts and souvenirs to remember your visit to the Museum Depot. You can also browse second-hand books, signage, maps, prints, photographs and transport ephemera at the London Transport Museum Friends Shop.
Food and drink
A range of food and drink venders will be available throughout the day.
