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Lancaster Maritime Museum

  • Sensory kit
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Photo: Ian Taylor, CC BY-SA 2.0

Checked on the venue's own website, 28 Oct 2026. Not yet confirmed by the venue.

Source: Lancaster Maritime Museum: accessibility information · Report a change

The council's maritime museum on St George's Quay lends sensory backpacks with ear protectors. It sits beside the River Lune, so there is space outside for a break.

What they offer

  • Ear defenders or sensory kitSensory backpacks including ear protectors, described as ideal for children and young people on the autism spectrum.

Not published yet: quiet or relaxed times, quiet room or space, 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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