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SUMMARY:Miller’s Ark\, My Way @ The MERL\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:Miller’s Ark\, My Way at The MERL\n\n\n\nFOR NEURODIVERGENT VISITORS AND THEIR FAMILIES\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking Details\nBooking essential \n\nBook tickets \nDetails\n\nDate:\nAugust 1\nTime:\n\n10:00 am – 11:30 am\n\nCost:\n£2\nEvent Category:\nEvents and workshops\n\n\n\nVenue\n\nThe Museum of English Rural Life\n\nThe Museum of English Rural Life\, Redlands Road\nReading\, Berkshire RG1 5EX United Kingdom + Google Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring a picnic\, meet the Miller’s Ark farm animals and enjoy other activities in the MERL garden. \nThis event will be a relaxed session with additional sensory provision\, geared towards neurodivergent visitors and their families. Please only book this session if you feel it is appropriate to do so. \nLimited spaces: Booking required\n£2 per person (including adults). Under 2s free \nThe garden will be closed to public with a limited number of tickets available plus: \n\nsocial story and visual timetable\nbreakout space\nsensory backpacks and sensory gadgets‌\n\nAttendees are welcome to remain in the garden at the end of the Miller’s Ark\, My Way session but it is likely to get very busy from 12pm onwards as visitors arrive for the next session (Miller’s Ark at The MERL).
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SUMMARY:Morning Stars: Beginners @ Royal Observatory Greenwich\, London
DESCRIPTION:Ticketed\nEssential Information\n\n\n\nType\nPlanetarium shows\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nRoyal Observatory\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and Times\n17 and 22 February\, 7 and 11 April\, 26 and 30 May\, 2 and 16 August | 10.15-11.00am\n\n\nPrices\n£10 Adult | £5 Child | Free Companion tickets\n\n\n\n10% off for members. Not a member? Join now\n\n\n\nBook now Member Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Morning Stars planetarium shows are designed for anyone who would benefit from a calmer and more relaxed environment\, in particular those with autism. \n  \nThese shows are presented live by a Royal Observatory astronomer with several adaptations from our normal planetarium sessions\, including: \n\nRoom lighting is left at a higher level\, bright enough that you can walk around safely\, and leave and re-enter the show if you wish.\nNarration is much slower and calmer.\nThe presenter will describe everything before it happens\, giving plenty of time for you to prepare for any changes in light levels\, imagery or sounds.\nA small number of ear defenders will be available to borrow for the duration of the show. You will be able to take a pair after you enter the planetarium.\nFewer tickets are available so there is more space to spread out from other visitors.\nThe show runs at the beginning of the day\, so fewer visitors will be around the site in general.\n\n  \nTo help you prepare for your Morning Stars show\, we have a visual guide to visiting the planetarium available to download. \n\n\n\nDownload Morning Stars Visual Story – Jun 2024.pdf\npdf\, 2.58 MB\n\n\n\n  \nFree entry to the Royal Observatory Site is included with this show. Please note that this site will also be open to general entry\, so may be overwhelming for some. \n  \nThere are different variations of this show\, to suit those with different levels of astronomy knowledge: \n\n\n\nVariation\nUpcoming Dates\n\n\n\n\nBeginners\n 17 February\, 7 April\, 30 May\, 2 August\n\n\nAdvanced\n22 February\, 11 April\, 26 May\, 16 August\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBeginners show\n10.15-11.00am | Royal Observatory Greenwich \nThis version of the show is more suitable for younger children or anyone who has very little knowledge of astronomy. \nIt will feature: \n\nThe night sky in general\nConstellations\nThe Moon\nMars\nSaturn\nDeep space images\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvanced show\n10.15-11.00am | Royal Observatory Greenwich \nThis version of the show is more suitable for older children\, adults or anyone who would benefit from a more in-depth look into the subject. \nIt will feature: \n\nThe night sky in general\nConstellations\nStar formation\nHow stars end\nThe Moon\nThe planets with a close look at at least one\nGalaxies (if time allows)\n\nUnder-5s will not be admitted – the beginners show is suitable for younger children. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to book\n\n\nPlanetarium shows are available to book online and by phone. Our shows are very popular\, so to prevent any disappointment\, we recommend booking your tickets in advance. \nTo book your tickets\, please click here or contact the Bookings team on 0208 312 6608. The office is open Monday-Sunday\, 9am-5pm. \nWe have a very limited number of free tickets for each session available for Members of Royal Museums Greenwich. Please contact the Membership office to learn more. \n  \nCheck out the full list of upcoming planetarium shows and events here. \nHeader image by ESA/Hubble & NASA
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LOCATION:Planetarium\, Royal Observatory\, London\, SE10 8XJ
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Relaxed workshop - Shadow Signs @ Wellcome Collection\, London
DESCRIPTION:What you’ll do\nJoin us for a physical movement workshop that teaches you how to create silhouettes with your hands and body. \nThe workshop is inspired by our collections and explores the Victorian pastime of shadowgraphy. Shadowgraphy is the practice of creating shadows or silhouettes using an illuminated screen for storytelling\, self-expression and communication. \nDeaf actors David Ellington and Ciaran O’Breen will guide you through a number of techniques using hand gestures\, finger flexes and body movement. You’ll have the opportunity to invent your own shadow signs\, create a story or perform with others. \nThis workshop will be guided in BSL\, with voice over interpreters available for non-signers. \nChill-Out Room\nAny time you want to find a space away from the activities\, you can head to our Chill-Out Room to lie down or relax. There will be low lighting\, comfortable seating\, cushions\, mats\, ear defenders\, earplugs and sensory toys. \nWho can come\nThis workshop is for people aged 14 to 19 years old and disabled people aged 14 to 25 years old.
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LOCATION:Wellcome Collection\, London\, NW1 2BE
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:SENsory Astronights @ Science Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:SENsory Astronights\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSENsory 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. \n\nNext SENsory Astronights: Saturday 2 August 2025\nExplore the museum\, free from the regular hustle and bustle\, take part in some fun workshops\, watch an exciting science show\, and then sleep in one of our galleries! \nMore about SENsory Astronights\nSENsory Astronights is designed for children with special educational needs or disabilities. Campers can enter the museum after it has closed to the general public to explore the galleries and take part in a selection of fun activities\, including workshops and shows. \nAt around 23.30 it’s lights out for a night like no other—sleeping in one of the museum galleries! \nThe next morning we’ll provide you with breakfast\, before you get the opportunity to experience some more amazing activities. These might include a showing in our IMAX cinema\, or a visit to our interactive Wonderlab. \nThroughout the event there will be quiet spaces available for those who need to take a break. \nEach SENsory Astronights event is different. More details on exactly what to expect on the day will be sent out in advance of each event. \n\nSign up to our newsletter\nSign up to our Accessible newsletter to be the first to hear about future dates and other events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nInformation\n\n\nAccessible event\n\n\nDate: Saturday 2 August 2025\nPrice: £35 per camper\nAge: 7-17\n\n\n\n\nBook now\n\n\nSign up\nSign up to our Accessible newsletter to be the first to hear when new dates are announced and tickets are available.\nIn this page\n\n\nFrequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScheduled dates\nAugust 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nFrequently asked questions\nWho can attend SENsory Astronights?\nWhat will we be doing?\nWhat is the programme for the night?\nDo we need to bring food? \nWhat are the sleeping arrangements?\nWill it be busy?\nWhat time does it start and finish?\nDo we have to stay overnight?\nFacilities and accessibility\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see full booking and cancellation terms at Astronights tickets terms and conditions.
URL:http://18.168.199.85/event/sensory-astronights-science-museum-london/
LOCATION:Science Museum\, SW7 2DD
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SUMMARY:Rise and Roar - Quiet Session in the Magic Garden @ Hampton Court\, Surrey
DESCRIPTION:Quiet sessions in The Magic Garden\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSkip the event ticket details and go to event summary. \n\n\n\n When\nSelected dates from April – October 2025 09:30 – 11:00 \n\n Where\n\nMagic Garden \n  \n\n Ticketing information\n\nIncluded in palace admission (Members go free) \nBuy Rise and Roar tickets Member tickets \n\nEvents\nFamilies\n\n\nStart of the events summaryJoin us for quiet sessions in The Magic Garden at Hampton Court Palace\, aimed at Neurodivergent and Learning-Disabled children\, and their families and friends. \nDuring 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. \nThe session begins at 09.30 and ends at 11.00. \nDates in 2025\n\nSunday 01 June\nSunday 06 July\nSunday 03 August\nSunday 07 September\nSunday 05 October\n\nVisit information\nEach group member\, including our valued Members and those aged under three years\, must have a palace entry ticket. \nUp to three infant tickets per booking are permitted (up to two infants for joint and individual members). \nNo more than one companion/carer permitted per group and one booking per person/membership. For family 1A and Family 2A (or Group) the number of tickets issued will be for those named on the membership account only. Membership card must be shown upon arrival. \nAdult child ratio of 1:5. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Magic Garden \nThe Magic Garden is a unique\, interactive play garden\, inspired by the history and stories of Hampton Court Palace. \nLearn more
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LOCATION:Hampton Court Palace\, Surrey\, KT8 9AU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:South East
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SUMMARY:Calm at the Castle @ Colchester Castle\, Essex
DESCRIPTION:Calm At The Castle\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n03/08/2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nColchester Castle \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIncluded in admission \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuitable for Families \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistory \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\nJoin us on the first Sunday of every month from 3 PM to 5 PM for a quieter experience at Colchester Castle. \nThese 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. \nEar defenders\, visual guides\, and twiddlemuffs are available free of charge at the museum’s reception. \nFor more information about accessibility and our sensory-friendly resources\, visit our Access page.
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LOCATION:Colchester Castle\, Colchester\, CO1 1TJ
CATEGORIES:East of England
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Mondays @ The Cartoon Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\nRelaxed Mondays: Events this year: February 17th. April 7th. May 26th. July 28th. August 4th. August 25th. October 27.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOverview\nOur free Relaxed Monday events have been specifically designed for children and young people with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences.\nEvents 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.\n\n\n\nLocation
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LOCATION:Cartoon Museum\, London\, W1A 3AE
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Relaxed Evening Event: Ancient Sculpture @ British Museum\, London
DESCRIPTION:This event welcomes people with disabilities\, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs seeking a calmer environment.\nJoin us for a relaxed evening at the Museum devoted to exploring the wonders of ancient sculpture. This event offers a unique opportunity to experience the Museum’s Egyptian\, Greek and Roman galleries in a calm\, sensory-friendly environment ideal for visitors with learning disabilities\, their families\, friends and carers. \nDuring this event\, guests can view\, sketch and even touch some of the pieces of the galleries at their own pace\, learning about the distinctive styles\, materials and techniques used by sculptors from the ancient civilisations of Egypt\, Greece and Rome. \nBooking information\n\nBook now(Opens in new window) to secure your place.\nPlease meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6.30pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.\nCarers and Disabled people’s companions do not need to book a ticket.\nAssistance dogs are very welcome in the Museum.\nIf you have any access requirements or need assistance booking this event please email access@britishmuseum.org or phone +44 (0)20 7323 8971.
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LOCATION:British Museum\, London\, WC1B 3DG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London
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SUMMARY:Seacole Sessions - Design a Dressing (with Storytelling) @ Museum of the Order of St John\, London
DESCRIPTION:Learn simple bandaging techniques whilst illustrating your own bandage. \n  \nSeacole Sessions are sensory friendly events for families. They are designed to support autistic and neurodiverse families and are suitable for people who would benefit from visiting the museum when it is less crowded and noisy. Spaces for these activities are limited and free tickets must be booked in advance. All those who sign up will be sent a visual story via email.\n  \nImportant information: \n•Our programme is recommended for 3-10 year olds but siblings and babies are very welcome. \n•Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the activity. \n•The workshop will take place in the Museum’s Learning Centre\, beside the Priory Church\, on the north side of St John’s Square. For an exact location\, please use what3words:///pardon.thing.fuzzy. \n•If you can no longer attend the activity\, please let us know so that we can give another family the opportunity to participate. \n•If anyone in your group has sensory needs please contact us (museum@sja.org.uk) and we will ensure that your table is located in a quieter environment\, provide you with a visual story or talk through how else we can best assist you on the day.
URL:http://18.168.199.85/event/seacole-sessions-design-a-dressing-with-storytelling-museum-of-the-order-of-st-john-london/
LOCATION:Museum of the Order of St John\, London\, EC1M 4DA
CATEGORIES:London
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