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Pontefract Museum
- Quiet times
- 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 small free museum opens in a relaxed way every Tuesday afternoon, with loud sounds turned down and no need to book. Fidget toys and ear defenders are there to borrow from the Pick and Mix station.
What they offer
- Quiet or relaxed timesRelaxed openings every Tuesday from 2pm to 4pm, with loud noises turned down or off; free and no booking needed.
- Ear defenders or sensory kitFidget and sensory objects and ear defenders to borrow from the Pick and Mix station in the Welcome Space.
Not published yet: 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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