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Christmas at Shugborough | SEN Relaxed Sessions (pre-bookable)

This year the Mansion will be open for SEN relaxed sessions. These sessions will be quieter and more relaxed, especially designed for visitors who have sensory processing difficulties and may find visiting during regular opening hours overwhelming.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event (admission applies)

During these relaxed opening times visitor numbers will be reduced, and flashing lights and noises will be minimised.

These sessions are pre-bookable to give you peace of mind, however if you would prefer a drop in sensory session please see the separate events listing.

The following resources available to help visitors with their visit:

• Visual Story • Sensory maps • A small handling collection • Discovery bags • Ear Defenders •

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

Check admission prices

The basics

Booking number

Call 0344 249 1895

Accessibility

Entrance to the Mansion is up a small amount of steps. Due to fire evacuation processes we are only able to welcome one visitor at a time who needs use of the Stair Climber, when booking please make us aware if you need to use the stair climber to enter the Mansion. For a full visual brief please head to our accessibility webpage.

Meeting point

Please head to the Mansion entrance.

Suitability for children

Sensory Friendly Hours

What to bring and wear

Please dress appropriately for the weather.

Upcoming events

The Great Big Halloween Hunt Trail 

Enjoy a spooky Halloween trail throughout the Walled Garden and Farm yard.

Event summary

on
29 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 09:00 to 17:00+ 3 other dates or times

Halloween Craft Sessions 

Join us for some spooky fun this October half term and get creative making your very own flying bat!

Event summary

on
29 Oct to 31 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 13:30+ 2 other dates or times

Spooktacular Face Painting 

Get Halloween ready with a spooky face painting makeover!

Event summary

on
29 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 13:30

The Painted Paradise: 18th century landscapes of Shugborough 

Discover Shugborough's historic landscapes through this exhibition of recently conserved watercolour paintings.

Event summary

on
29 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 3 other dates or times