Harry Rigg (The Don) Visited Our Sensory Igloo at DGLAM’s Night at the Museum
Harry Rigg (The Don) Visited Our Sensory Igloo at DGLAM’s Night at the Museum
Around three months ago, we had the pleasure of welcoming Harry Rigg from The Don into our AmbiSpace Sensory Igloo during the popular Night at the Museum event at Danum Gallery, Library and Museum (DGLAM) in Doncaster. It was a fantastic evening celebrating creativity, community engagement, accessibility, and inclusive experiences for visitors of all ages.
The event brought together local families, artists, community groups, and accessibility advocates, creating an environment where everyone could feel welcome and supported. As part of the evening, Harry took time to explore our sensory inflatable space, learn about the benefits of sensory regulation, and experience first-hand how our sensory environment can support neurodivergent individuals in busy public settings.
Raising Awareness of Sensory Inclusion
Harry's enthusiasm and genuine interest helped raise awareness of the growing need for sensory-friendly spaces at public events, museums, schools, libraries, festivals, and community venues. By sharing his experience with his audience, he highlighted how simple accessibility solutions can make a significant difference for people who may experience sensory overload, anxiety, autism-related challenges, ADHD, or other sensory processing differences.
Creating inclusive environments is becoming increasingly important as organisations across the UK look for ways to improve accessibility and support diverse visitor needs. Sensory spaces provide a calm, safe retreat where individuals can regulate their emotions, reduce stress, and take a break from overwhelming sights, sounds, and crowds.
How the AmbiSpace Sensory Igloo Supports Visitors
The AmbiSpace Sensory Igloo was designed to create a peaceful and immersive sensory experience. Whether used at a museum event, educational setting, healthcare environment, corporate wellbeing event, or community gathering, the igloo offers a quiet sanctuary for those seeking a moment of calm.
Benefits of the Sensory Igloo include:
- A spacious interior suitable for individuals, families, and support workers
- Improved wheelchair accessibility with a wider entrance
- Reduced sensory stimulation from busy surroundings
- A calming environment for emotional regulation
- Flexible use with sensory lighting, projections, soundscapes, and interactive sensory equipment
- Suitable for autism-friendly events and neurodiversity-inclusive programmes
Introducing the AmbiSpace Sensory Cave
Since Harry's visit, we're excited to share that AmbiSpace has expanded its sensory offering with two distinct sensory inflatable spaces:
Sensory Igloo
Our most accessible sensory environment, featuring:
- Enhanced wheelchair access
- Larger internal floor space
- Comfortable group capacity
- Flexible sensory equipment integration
- Ideal for schools, museums, libraries, exhibitions, healthcare settings, and public events
Sensory Cave
A more enclosed and immersive sensory space designed for:
- Low-light sensory experiences
- Relaxation and mindfulness sessions
- Therapeutic sensory activities
- Calming environments with greater privacy
- Interactive projection and ambient lighting experiences
The Sensory Cave creates a unique atmosphere that can be tailored to suit a wide range of sensory support needs while maintaining a comfortable and safe environment.
Supporting Neurodiversity Through Sensory Spaces
As awareness of neurodiversity, autism inclusion, and sensory accessibility continues to grow, sensory spaces are increasingly being recognised as an essential part of modern event planning and public engagement.
Our sensory environments are designed to support:
- Autistic children and adults
- People with ADHD
- Individuals with sensory processing differences
- Visitors experiencing anxiety or stress
- Families seeking quieter spaces during events
- Anyone who would benefit from a calm and regulated environment
By providing dedicated sensory support areas, venues can improve visitor wellbeing, encourage greater participation, and create truly inclusive experiences for everyone.
Bringing Sensory Experiences to Doncaster and Beyond
Harry's visit demonstrated how sensory spaces can be seamlessly incorporated into museums, cultural venues, educational settings, festivals, exhibitions, schools, and community events. These dedicated environments allow people to pause, recharge, self-regulate, and re-engage with activities when they feel ready.
At AmbiSpace, we're proud to be helping organisations across Doncaster, South Yorkshire, and the wider UK improve accessibility through innovative sensory room alternatives, sensory inflatables, mobile sensory spaces, and inclusive event solutions.
We'd like to thank Harry once again for taking the time to visit our sensory space and helping spread awareness of the positive impact that sensory-inclusive environments can have on communities.
As demand for sensory-friendly events continues to grow, we're excited to keep supporting schools, museums, councils, charities, healthcare providers, and event organisers in creating more welcoming and accessible experiences for everyone.
Interested in hiring a Sensory Igloo or Sensory Cave for your event, school, museum, library, wellbeing programme, or community venue? Contact AmbiSpace today to learn more about our mobile sensory environments and sensory inclusion solutions.
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