Relaxed Hours: The Sunken Boat: A glimpse into past histories

When:

• Sunday 27 July 2025, 10am–12pm
• Sunday 31 August 2025, 10am–12pm
• Sunday 28 September 2025, 10am–12pm

Our Relaxed Hours are a chance to visit our exhibition The Sunken Boat: A glimpse into past histories in a calmer environment. These events are for people who prefer to visit the gallery when it is less crowded, including neurodivergent visitors, people with sensory differences, anxiety, and learning disabilities. 

What to expect:

During these sessions:

• Toilet hand dryers are switched off
• Additional staff are on hand to support your visit
• A ‘calm space’ will be available in the ground floor Foyle Rooms

Large print text, magnifying sheets, wheelchairs, portable stools, and ear defenders are available to use in the gallery.  

You can access digital content on the Bloomberg App. Ask our staff if you would like to borrow an iPad for this purpose.  

If you have questions or would like support with planning your visit, please contact the office on 01843 233 000 or email access@turnercontemporary.org 

Accessibility

• The gallery is wheelchair accessible with an outdoor ramp and lift serving both floors.
• Wheelchairs and portable stools are available for visitors. Please contact us ahead of your visit, or speak to a member of staff upon arrival if you would like to use one.
• Large print text, magnifying sheets and audio versions of exhibition texts are available. Ask a member of staff for more information.
• We welcome guide dogs, hearing dogs and assistance dogs in the gallery.

For more information on accessibility, please visit: turnercontemporary.org/accessibility

For access support please contact us ahead of your visit:

access@turnercontemporary.org | 01843 233 025 (operated daily 10am – 5pm)