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The Bridges Shopping Centre
- Quiet times
- Sensory kit
Official venue information, 30 Oct 2026. Taken from the venue's own website.
Source: The Bridges Shopping Centre: accessibility information · Report a change
Sunderland city centre's shopping centre holds a Quiet Hour every Sunday morning, with no music, rides switched off and lights dimmed. You can also hire a sensory bag with ear defenders.
What they offer
- Quiet or relaxed timesQuiet Hour every Sunday, 11am to 12pm: music silenced, kids' rides turned off and lights dimmed
- Ear defenders or sensory kitSensory bags with ear defenders, fidget toys and visual communication cards to hire by calling 0191 510 8581 (£10 refundable deposit)
Quiet room or space, sensory map, visual guide or social story, queue support, carer ticket, Changing Places toilet, staff training, quieter times to visit. We'll add these as soon as The Bridges Shopping Centre publishes them. Until then, it's worth asking when you book.
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.