🧭 New! Accessibility Tools to Help You Plan Your Visit
- Staithes Museum
- Jun 5
- 2 min read
We’re really pleased to share two new resources to help make visiting Staithes Museum easier and more welcoming for everyone.
Whether it’s your first time visiting, or you’re returning with young children, a pushchair, mobility aid, or sensory needs — we know that feeling prepared makes all the difference. That’s why we’ve created:
📝 What to Expect – Staithes Museum
This is a clear, step-by-step guide that tells you everything you need to know before you arrive — including how to get here, parking options, entrance steps, and what’s inside the museum. It describes how long a visit typically takes, when we’re busiest, and what the layout is like. It’s useful for anyone who likes to plan ahead, especially if you have access needs or haven’t visited Staithes Museum before.
🖼️ Visual Story – Staithes Museum
This is a photo-supported guide that shows what the museum looks like, and gently explains what you might hear, see or feel. It’s designed to support autistic visitors, people with sensory processing needs, and families who’d like to prepare children before a visit.
It includes things like:
The sound of the automatic door and video playing upstairs
Gentle background noises like a ticking clock
Clear explanations of mannequins and exhibits that some people may find surprising
Reassurance that you can take breaks, wear headphones, and be yourself while visiting
🧡 We Want Your Feedback
We’d love to hear from you if you use these resources. Were they helpful? Did they make you feel more confident about visiting? Are there other things you’d like us to include next time?
You can email us at staithesmuseum@gmail.com or speak to one of our volunteers during your visit.
Thank you for helping us make Staithes Museum a more inclusive and welcoming place for everyone.
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