Autism friendly cinema screenings in Milton Keynes, hosted by Dimensions
Dimensions, one of the country’s largest not-for-profits supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviour and complex needs, works with ODEON, Cineworld, Vue and Showcase to host autism friendly screenings at over 300 cinemas nationwide. On Sunday mornings throughout the month, films suitable for all audiences are screened in a sensory friendly and inclusive environment. These autism friendly adjustments are designed to make the cinema more inclusive and accessible for people with sensory sensitivities, and others who can benefit from this environment.
Adjustments include:
A relaxed environment where people understand the needs of children and families with autism
Lights left on low
Sound turned down
No trailers or advertisements (unless they are embedded in the film)
Staff trained in autism awareness
Disabled access
Chill out zone, where available
Freedom to move around and sit where you like
Bring your own food and drink
Free entry for carers with a valid CEA Card
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Screenings in Milton Keynes
Film: The Grinch
Date: Sunday 2nd December 2018
Location: Cineworld, Xscape, 602 Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 3XZ
Time: 11.00am (running time approx 90 minutes)
Cost: Adults £12.70 // Child £9.20 // Family of 4 £36.80 // Senior/Student £9.70
(free for those with valid CEA card // discounted for My Cineworld Plus members)
For more information and to book, click here.
And why not check out the trailer:
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Film: Ralph Breaks The Internet
Date: Sunday 9th December 2018
Location: ODEON, Milton Keynes Stadium, 12 Stadium Way West, Milton Keynes MK1 1ST
Time: 10.15am (running time approx 113 minutes)
Cost: Adults from £9.25 // Child from £6.75 // Teen from £7.25 // Family of 4 from £24.00 // Senior from £7.50 // Student from £7.25
(free for those with valid CEA card)
For more information and to book, click here.
And here is a little teaser for you:
Be sure to keep an eye out for future autism friendly screenings! What will you see next?
N.B. For your information, this is not organised or run by Leighton Buzzard Mencap.
