Grand Theatre (Accessible, relaxed performances) - offers relaxed performances to enable everyone to enjoy the magic of live theatre. Performances are specifically adapted to benefit those on the autism spectrum, younger children or those with learning difficulties or additional needs.

They make a range of adaptations to the performance and auditorium such as

  • reducing lights
  • lowering volume
  • relaxing the auditorium rules
  • live streaming in sensory room
  • quiet spaces
  • large changing room and more.

Before visiting, families can watch an orientation video on the website and, when possible, the theatre can send an information pack via email, which will include character introductions and a visual story.


Cineworld - host a sensory friendly screening designed to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for people with sensory sensitivities and their loved ones.

There is also Audio described screening for blind and visually impaired cinema goers. For selected films, a narration track is available which can be accessed through special headphones only.

They hope these screenings can act as a transition into regular cinema screenings for some of their guests, while making the cinema more inclusive and accessible for everyone who feels they will benefit from the environment.

Sensory friendly adjustments include:

  • sound and lights on low
  • no trailers
  • freedom to move around
  • take your own food and drink
  • free entry for carers with a valid CEA Card

Visit Cineworld - frequently asked questions for more information about accessible Cineworld sites and screenings.

  • Bentley Bridge Park, Wednesfield Way, Wolverhampton, WV11 1TZ

Autism Hour Wolves Molineux Megastore - The club will take 60 minutes each week to provide autistic people with a break from the usual overload of information and make the Megastore more welcoming.

Every Sunday between 3pm and 4pm, a calmer environment at the shop will be created, including reduced lighting and music.

Megastore staff have also been trained so they can provide the best service and support possible to customers with autism.


Birmingham Hippodrome (Accessible, relaxed Performances) - Relaxed performances specially designed for audiences with autism and complex disabilities. For these special performances, staff and performers work to create an atmosphere where everyone feels safe and able to react to a show as they wish. 
Bright lights and loud noises are reduced, and there are calm spaces nearby, with beanbags, sensory toys and bubble lights.

  • Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre, Hurst Street, Southside, Birmingham, B5 4TB

Dimensions - Find Autism friendly cinema screenings nationwide.


Changing Places Toilets - Provide extra equipment and space to enable people with profound and multiple learning disabilities, or physical disabilities such as spinal injuries, muscular dystrophy and multiple sclerosis, to use them safely and comfortably.


Radar Keys - Offer disabled people independent access to locked public toilets around the country. Toilets fitted with National Key Scheme (NKS) locks can be found in shopping centres, pubs, cafés, department stores, bus and train stations and many other locations.


Euan's Guide - Disabled Access Reviews - Euan’s Guide makes it easier for disabled people to find great places to go. Built as a friendly alternative to hours of web searching and phone calls before visiting somewhere new, Euan’s Guide has thousands of disabled access reviews and listings for places all over the UK.