EVENT
Sensory Mornings at the Whitworth
The Whitworth | Manchester
🧸Stay & Play Sessions·🤫 Relaxed Session
Event Details
Dates
Sun 25 Oct '26
Sun 29 Nov '26
Event time
10:30 – 12:30
Location
The WhitworthType
Indoor
Prices
Free entry
About this event
Sensory Mornings are part of the free family programme at the Whitworth in Manchester: "Quiet and calm open-ended play sessions for families with additional needs."
What to expect:
- Sunday 25 October and Sunday 29 November, 10.30am to 12.30pm
- Free, drop in - no booking
- Held in the gallery space, with open-ended play objects created by The Sensory Toolkit
- There is also a creative making activity
- "The sessions are designed so that children lead the way, moving around in their own time and at their own pace."
- Quieter and calmer than the gallery's other family sessions
- The gallery has buggy parks and free nappies and wipes
- At the Whitworth, Oxford Road, Manchester M15 6ER
More Details
Booking
Walk-in
Arrival
Anytime
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Group Size
Small (1-15)
Pricing
Free entry
Location
Get directionsExplore over 60,000 works of art, textiles and wallpapers across world-class exhibitions, all completely free and family-friendly.
What this place offers
ToiletsBaby changingFoodPushchair friendlyAccessible🐕 Dog-friendly
Last updated: 7 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions about Sensory Mornings at the Whitworth
Is Sensory Mornings at the Whitworth free to attend?
Yes, Sensory Mornings at the Whitworth is free to attend.
When does Sensory Mornings at the Whitworth take place?
Sensory Mornings at the Whitworth runs from Sunday, 25 October 2026 to Sunday, 29 November 2026.
Where is Sensory Mornings at the Whitworth held?
Sensory Mornings at the Whitworth is held at The Whitworth in Manchester.
Is Sensory Mornings at the Whitworth indoor or outdoor?
Sensory Mornings at the Whitworth is held indoors, so it's a great option whatever the weather.
