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Eureka! The National Children's Museum
- Quiet times
- Quiet room
- Sensory map
- Visual guide
- Sensory kit
- Carer ticket
- Changing Places
- Staff training
- Calmer times
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Checked on the venue's own website, 28 Oct 2026. Not yet confirmed by the venue.
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The national children's museum runs Relaxed SENDays with far fewer tickets, plus a chill out room, sensory bags and an online sensory guide. Essential carers go free and there is a Changing Places toilet.
What they offer
- Quiet or relaxed timesRelaxed SENDays with heavily restricted tickets and flexible arrival; next listed Sunday 13 December 2026. Term time weekdays are quieter after 2pm.
- Quiet room or spaceA quiet 'chill out room' with big cushions; ask any team member.
- Sensory mapAn online sensory guide to read before visiting.
- Visual guide or social storyDownloadable Eureka! Story and PECS cards to help prepare.
- Ear defenders or sensory kitEar defenders from the Information Desk and five free sensory bags, which can be reserved 48 hours ahead.
- Carer ticketEssential carers go free when pre-booking with proof of carer status.
- Changing Places toiletChanging Places toilet on the ground floor with hoist and adjustable changing bed.
- Staff trainingThe whole team is trained in disability awareness and in BlueAssist.
- Quieter times to visitGenerally quieter in good weather; term time weekdays are quieter after 2pm once school groups leave.
Not published yet: queue support. 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.