Sensory Map
To help you plan a comfortable visit, we’ve developed a Sensory Map of the centre. This guide highlights areas with varying light levels, noise, and crowds, allowing you to navigate The Square at your own pace and find quieter spots whenever you need them.
Visual Guide
We are also currently developing a Visual Guide to help you familiarise yourself with the centre before you arrive. This step-by-step walkthrough will be coming soon, providing clear photos and descriptions of our layout to ensure a predictable and stress-free journey through The Square.
Sensory Room
Located on level 3, via the Cheeky Monkey Kids Play Area, the Sensory Room is open to customers who benefit from a controlled sensory environment.
Specially designed with soothing lighting, gentle sounds, and comfortable seating, it provides a peaceful retreat for
those with sensory needs to relax and regulate.
Users must be accompanied by a Parent/Guardian/Caregiver
and support staff are welcome.
There is no charge for use of the room, and bookings are available
for 25-minute slots.
Sensory Play
Check out our upcoming Sensory Playdates with the amazing @sensoryexplorers1
Inclusive play for neurodivergent children.
Unit beside Costa Coffee, Level 1 (outside)
Children must be accompanied by their adult minder at all times.
During busy periods, please limit play to 30 minutes to allow others to join!
The Square have joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme!
The Square have joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme! Sunflower lanyards are now available at our customer service desk for visitors with disabilities that may not be immediately visible, such as autism, dementia, mental health issues or learning difficulties.
People can choose to wear a lanyard as a subtle way of letting others know that they have a non-visible disability and may require additional support, assistance or a bit more time.
Find out more about the Sunflower at hiddendisabilitiesstore.com
Movies@TheSQ Sensory Screenings
Sensory Friendly screenings at the cinema are special events designed to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for individuals with autism, sensory processing disorders, or other sensory challenges. These screenings provide an experience where volume is lowered, lights remain on at a low level in the cinema, and patrons can move around freely without disrupting the movie. This helps reduce confusion, and overload from bright colours and loud sound effects and eliminates stress from sitting still throughout the movie. Families find these screenings enjoyable because they can watch movies together without worrying about their child feeling overwhelmed or anxious in an uncomfortable setting.
Autism Friendly Parking
At The Square, we’re proud to support our community with a range of accessible, age-friendly and autism-friendly parking spaces, thoughtfully located to make every visit easier, more comfortable and welcoming for all.