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Castleford Museum
- Quiet times
- Quiet room
- Sensory kit
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Checked on the venue's own website, 28 Oct 2026. Not yet confirmed by the venue.
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This free museum inside Castleford Forum library holds a relaxed opening every Friday morning, with loud sounds turned down and a pop-up tent for quiet time. In the school holidays its Friday activities are planned with SEND families in mind.
What they offer
- Quiet or relaxed timesRelaxed openings every Friday from 9.30am to 12pm, with loud noises turned down or off; free and no booking needed. SEND friendly activities run on Fridays in the school holidays.
- Quiet room or spaceA small pop-up tent quiet space during relaxed openings.
- Ear defenders or sensory kitFidget and sensory objects, and a Pick and Mix station with fidget toys, coloured lenses and ear defenders to borrow.
Not published yet: sensory map, visual guide or social story, queue support, carer ticket, Changing Places toilet, staff training, quieter times to visit. Worth asking when you book or before you go.
Before you go
Every person is different. Use these details to plan, and contact the venue if something matters to you: most are happy to answer questions before you visit.
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