Relaxed Sessions

We run Relaxed Sessions on the first Sunday morning of every month.

If you choose a 10am or 11am entry ticket, you’ll find that our usual operational model will be dialled down a little to allow guests to enjoy a slightly more relaxed experience of Techniquest for a few hours on a Sunday morning.

During that time, we’ll be making a few adjustments including:

• No PA system announcements, except in emergencies
• Lower number of visitors
• Noise levels reduced on our louder exhibits where possible
• Lighting slightly dimmed where possible
• Chill-out area with beanbags, books and sensory toys
• A few additional activities laid out on the exhibition floors

The Pod, our small and private room where you can get away from the usual hustle and bustle of the floor briefly should you need to, will be available as usual: you can find it on the map, just along the corridor from the show portal, on the way to the Science Theatre.

Everyone is welcome to come along to Techniquest on these Sunday mornings, and the Relaxed Session tickets will be valid for the whole of the day — but we will gradually return to standard operating model from 12 noon onwards, re-introducing Star Tours in the Planetarium and Live Science Shows in the Science Theatre for the afternoon in the usual way.

And don’t forget, we have ear defenders that can be borrowed and Sensory Bags available to hire at the front desk should you need any additional support when the relaxed hours are over.

To experience one of our relaxed sessions, simply choose General Admission tickets in the usual way via our online booking site, and select either 10am or 11am on the first Sunday of the month.

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