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Days out with a visual story in the North West
A visual story shows what a visit looks like, step by step, so there are fewer surprises. These places in the North West publish one; the listing links to it where we can.
Every entry comes from the venue's own website and links to it. Details change, so check before you go.
| Place | What they say | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Catalyst Science Discovery Centre Widnes | A visual story is available. | Their page Checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| Chester Zoo Upton by Chester | Chester Zoo publishes a social story called What to expect from your visit, covering arriving, tickets, the map and finding staff for help | Their page Checked 29 Oct 2026 |
| Jodrell Bank Lower Withington, Macclesfield | An Autism Familiarisation Guide helps autistic visitors plan their visit. | Their page Checked 29 Oct 2026 |
| Storyhouse Chester | A visual story pack to help you know what to expect | Their page Checked 30 Oct 2026 |
| Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway Ravenglass | A sensory story is available, and familiarisation visits can be requested (subject to staff availability). | Their page Checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| Theatre by the Lake Keswick | A visual story for every relaxed performance | Their page Checked 30 Oct 2026 |
| Ullswater 'Steamers' Glenridding | A sensory story is available (best viewed on a phone), and familiarisation visits are available on request. | Their page Checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| People's History Museum Manchester | A Visual Story can be downloaded to get to know the building before visiting. | Their page Checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| SEA LIFE Manchester Trafford Centre, Manchester | A sensory guide walks you through each area, describing what you might see, hear, touch and smell | Their page Checked 29 Oct 2026 |
| Blackpool Zoo Blackpool | A social story narrative of a typical zoo visit prepares visitors for the sights, sounds and smells. | Their page Checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| Lancaster City Museum Lancaster | A Visual Story of the City Museum is available. | Their page Checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| Lancaster Maritime Museum Lancaster | A visual story of the Maritime Museum can be downloaded before your visit | Their page Checked 29 Oct 2026 |
| WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre Burscough | A picture guide shows what to expect when you visit. | Their page Checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| The Atkinson Southport | A visual story to look at before your visit | Their page Checked 30 Oct 2026 |
More in North West England: Changing Places toilets · Carer tickets · Sensory kit to borrow · Quiet rooms · Sensory maps
Visual stories elsewhere: North East England · Yorkshire