Museums, My Way

Schedule

Mon Oct 27 2025 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

The Museum of English Rural Life | Reading, EN

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Themed sessions for neurodiverse visitors of all ages, developed with Autism Berkshire
About this Event

Join us for this free, bookable session which will take place on a Monday when the museum is closed to the public. Siblings, families, carers and friends are all welcome. All activities are optional and you can visit at any point within the event times.

The session will offer:

  • sensory backpacks and ear defenders
  • break out spaces
  • themed facilitated hands-on activity
  • themed gallery trail

Please visit our to find out more about the Museums Partnership Reading programme at The MERL, Reading Museum and other partner venues, and our page for downloadable resources (sensory map, and social story) to help you prepare for your visit.

Admission free. Booking essential.

Museums, My Way is part of The MERL and Reading Museum’s Arts Council funded programme, .

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Where is it happening?

The Museum of English Rural Life, 6 Redlands Road, Reading, United Kingdom

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The Museum of English Rural Life (The MERL)

Host or Publisher The Museum of English Rural Life (The MERL)

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