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July Relaxed Sunday Session

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Young boy and adult man wearing ear defenders whilst on a day trip to Life Science Centre.

Join us for our monthly Relaxed Sunday Sessions – dedicated quiet time for anyone to access and enjoy the science centre, including autistic people and those with other sensory needs. 

Explore the science centre with fewer visitors* and less noise, and enjoy relaxed performances in our planetarium and Science Theatre. Find out what’s on during your visit.

Lighting and sound levels will be altered where possible, to accommodate those with sensory needs. For example, hand-dryers in toilets will be turned off for the duration of the session.

Relaxed Sunday Sessions run from 10.00am – 12.00pm You are welcome to stay after this time if you wish, but please note that our traditional programme, lighting and sound levels will gradually resume from 12.00pm.

Ticket prices

Adult (age 18 and over) £14.25
Concession (Over 65s, Students, unemployed) £13.25
Child (age 3 to 17) £10.50
Child (age 2 and under) FREE
Carer FREE
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To support your visit:

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Ear defenders are available to hire

These are available to hire from reception for both adults and children. (£10.00 refundable deposit. Subject to availability).

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Sensory bags are available to hire

These include ear defenders, sunglasses, a range of fidgets. (£10.00 refundable deposit. Subject to availability).

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Visual story and sensory map

You can pick up a copy of our visual story and sensory map from reception on arrival.

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Carers come free

If you're booking online, please add a free ticket to your basket and show proof of carer status at reception.

Proud of our community partnerships

North East Autism Society NEAS Logo
North East Autism Society NEAS Logo
Autism Acceptance Gold Standard
Autism Acceptance Gold Standard
GOLD Accesible Inclusive Tourism Award
GOLD Accesible Inclusive Tourism Award

Accessibility

One of Life’s founding principles has been to bring science to different groups and communities. It’s something we’re passionate about.
 

Life has been awarded the Gold Standard by The North East Autism Society (NEAS), making it the first visitor attraction to ever receive the award.

Accessibility information Our community work

‘We’ve been to a lot of relaxed sessions with other companies such as the cinema and bowling etc… we were blown away with how calm, friendly and fun this place was! We will definitely be coming back on a monthly basis.’

Corrina, visitor.

‘My children really enjoyed it and we felt very welcome and relaxed exploring.’

Vikki, visitor.

‘It was calm and a relaxed environment which was a great experience for all the family.’

Hayley, visitor.

Getting here

Life is located in Times Square, just a two minute walk from Newcastle Central train and Metro station.

Driving? Times Square Car Park is just around the corner. The sat nav reference for the car park is NE1 4AD (opposite Leonardo Hotel – formerly Jurys Inn). Look out for Centre for Life and/or Times Square Car Park signage to direct you.

Life Science Centre, Times Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4EP
0191 243 8210
info@life.org.uk