Autism / ASD friendly museum
Please get in touch to discuss any specific needs members of your group have and we will strive to make your visit as relaxed and enjoyable as possible. We can book your visit for a quiet slot, turn off noisy machinery or offer additional information to anyone with a particular interest. We are not going to be phased by visitors who are loud or who become frustrated or who have high energy levels. The Museum of Timekeeping is committed to being a space that everyone can enjoy.
Family friendly museum
We actively encourage families to visit our museum. Children are free to explore, make noise and play in our building and grounds and our team of staff and volunteers are ready to join in and answer any questions you may have. There are hands-on exhibits to touch, see and hear and acres of gardens for outdoor play and picnics.
Car Parking
Accessible car parking is available and signposted within the main car park.
Accessible car parking is available and signposted within the main car park.
Entrances
The Museum’s accessible entry point is signposted from the car park into the building via a side door behind the Clock House Café building. Door widths and access points into and within the building are suitable for standard sized wheelchairs and small mobility scooters.
Toilet Facilities
An accessible toilet is available onsite; at present it is reached via a steep ramp which may be challenging for some wheelchair users.
Level Access
- Exhibitions: All main exhibition areas are located on the ground floor which operates on a single level. The Grand Hall Gallery is accessible via stairs only. A photographic slideshow of exhibits in this area is provided in the Grand Hall for visitors who are less able to climb the stairs.
- Events: During special events and behind the scenes tours, due to availability of space some relevant areas and activities are located on the first floor of the building, which is accessible only via stairs. Some activities/displays also take place within the Ballroom/ Function Room on the ground floor, which is accessed via a steep ramp.
- Grounds & Gardens: The front of the building and grounds is accessed via a gravel driveway from the car park. Please note that some grass areas and the lawns are uneven.
The museum will open on Fridays from 10am – 4pm, from 1st May to 30th October 2020.
We also do group visits throughout the year, please contact us for more details.
Upcoming Events:
There are no upcoming events at this time.
