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Autism and Sensory Condition Friendly

Did you know that around 700,000 people in the UK have autism or a sensory condition? As such, you'll find that more and more companies are offering stays and visits that are suitable for anyone who has sensitivites to things like lights, music and tacticle. Autism is a spectrum condition and affects people in different ways. It is estimated that around one in every 100 people are on the autism spectrum and there are other forms of neurodivergance that also benefit from the facilities put in place to limit overstimulation.

Many attractions and accommodation providers are committed to making sure all visitors receive a memorable and enjoyable experience and with a rise in awareness for Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Sensory Conditions, you’ll find even more options for an autism...Read More

Those businesses featured here are aware of how overwhelming loud noises and bright lights can be and so work to create a more inclusive environment, reducing sensory triggers and offering facilities like quiet spaces and sensory backpacks, as well as being flexible about the lights and sounds on site. Neurodivergent visitors, whether they have ADHD, Autism or another sensory condition all have their own unique needs and so you’ll find many attractions and accommodation providers offer much more flexibility, like alternative payment methods, changes to check in and check out times, among other things.

If you’re looking for a great day out or somewhere to stay, check out these autism friendly businesses.

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Clarks Village

Some of our services include quiet spaces and shopping hours, as well as sensory aids, mobility…

The Beamsley Project Charitable Trust

Our accessible 19th Century cottage is a perfect base to explore the beautiful delights of the…

man on wheelchair with geese at WWT Slimbridge

WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Whether visitors are passionate birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts, families with young children, or…

Longleat

While Longleat has differing terrains and inclines, the majority of our grounds and attractions are…

A family, featuring a girl in a wheelchair with a cast on her leg, and her parents and sibling looking at displays at Winchester Science Centre and Pl

Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium

At Winchester Science Centre, science is for everyone. Discover how we've created an amazing…

AbleStay

The Accessible bedroom and ensuite wetroom provides two fully profiling beds with ceiling hoist to…

The National Gallery Trafalgar Square

The National Gallery aims to make access to the paintings enjoyable and welcoming to the widest…

WWT Arundel Wetland Centre

This gorgeous nature reserve has accessible boat rides and a stunning reedbed boardwalk. Arundel…

Visit Jersey

Our handy accessibility guides are designed as the ideal starting point for planning your Jersey…

WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre

Free wheelchairs are available at the centre. There is a mobility scooter available to hire. A £10…

Affinity Devon Outlet Shopping

We are proud to have won Gold for Accessible & Inclusive Tourism at the 2024-25 Devon Tourism…

Asheston Eco Barns

All our cottages are accessible with level entrances, wider width doorways and ramps up to the…

John Fowler Holiday Parks

We have a range of fully adapted caravan accommodation suitable for wheelchairs users which will…

Hertfordshire Zoo

The entire site is accessible for most people, offering level pathways across the Zoo. We have our…

Person in a wheelchair boarding a GWR train via the ramp with station staff assisting

Great Western Railway

We are Great Western Railway – or GWR for short – one of the largest train companies in Britain.…

transpennine member of staff helping a blind passenger access the train

TransPennine Express

TransPennine Express is the intercity train operating company for the North of England and into…

Taxi4Hire

The spacious and well-maintained vehicles provide a comfortable ride, and the trained and…

Child in a wheelchair on an accessible playground ramp.

Imperial War Museum Duxford

The play area has a range of accessible elements aimed at challenging different abilities,…

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The MAD Museum

Address

4-5 Henley Street, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 6PT

Telephone
01789 269356

info@themadmuseum.co.uk

Stratford upon Avon

The MAD Museum is multi-sensory and hands-on. We encourage our visitors to press buttons and interact with tactile objects. Within this venue are a wide variety of sounds, lights, movements and colours on display. These all work together to provide…

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Cardinham Woods

Address

Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 4AL

Telephone
01208 76787

Cardinham.rangers@forestryengland.uk

Bodmin

Visitors with reduced mobility can explore the forest with our all terrain mobility scooter, available to hire via the Countryside Mobility scheme. Our easy-to-use Tramper can tackle forest terrain come rain or shine. Trampers are available Sunday…

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Stubcroft Farm Campsite

Address

Stubcroft Lane, East Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 8PJ

Telephone
01243 671469

mail@stubcroft.com

Chichester

There are two wheelchair accessible shower rooms (one left handed & one right handed) each with shower, toilet & washbasins and a further wheelchair accessible toilet, all to the latest Doc M standards. The building has disabled parking near the…

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Fairytale Farm

Address

Southcombe, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5QH

Telephone
01608 238014

info@fairytalefarm.co.uk

Chipping Norton

We offer a positive sensory friendly experiences along our trail. It is uncluttered but contained within boundaries with transitional spaces and quick escape routes. We are 90% outdoors offering natural light. The visitors are in control of sound…

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Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

Address

Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset, BH166EU

Telephone
01202 622 022

shop@farmerpalmers.co.uk

Poole

SEN Friendly Time at Farmer Palmer’s in 2020
Running March to October on 20th of each Month between 3pm – 5pm.
Adjustments include SEN friendly animal activities (there will be a notice in Reception to inform visitors the event is running), reduced…

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Nutley Edge Cottages

Address

Horney Common, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN223EE

Telephone
01825 712377

mwallis@outward.org.uk

Uckfield

We have two cottages that have been specially designed for wheelchair access. Each cottage has a fully-accessible single bedroom and wet room on the ground floor, and the comfortable lounge/diner is spacious enough for wheelchair use. There is a…

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Healing Waves

Address

Healing Waves Surf Therapy Centre, Gd Rte des Mielles, Jersey, Channel Isles, JE3 8FN

Telephone
01534 869769

healingwavesoceantherapy@gmail.com

Jersey

Our mission is to harness the ocean’s transformative powers to deliver life-changing ocean therapy to both children and adults living with conditions, disabilities and mental health struggles.

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Wetwheels Jersey

Address

La Collette Marina, St Helier, Jersey, Channel Isles, JE2 7TY

Telephone
07797 919006

dina@wetwheels.je

Jersey

A Wetwheels experience challenges self-perceptions, extends horizons and opens up new opportunities. We ensure full wheelchair access to the boat - including a ramp to the steering position and adapted steering controls.

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