Sensory

An immersive and interactive environment to support individuals and families

Powered by Giants Community Trust, our Multi-sensory zone is a state-of-the-art facility equipped to suit all ages for individuals that will benefit from sensory environments – including those with physical/ learning disabilities, sensory needs/ impairments. It is a safe haven and calm environment ideal for relaxation if individuals become overwhelmed.

Professionally finished, the room provides an exploration of visual, tactile and audio stimuli. Adaptable, users can choose to enjoy the experience passively or more interactively – tailoring to suit the needs of the user.

Filled with a series of sensory lights, bubble tube, dynamic colour lighting, fibre optics, interactive floor and wall projector featuring stimulating games, puzzles and scenarios, soft playmats, toys and much more – the room offers great potential to explore.

The room is available to be hired individually or as a small group (max of 4 users), you can view the availability via the booking system.

DATES AND TIME SLOTS AVAILABLE:

Thursday: 09:00-15:00
Friday: 12:00-18:00
Saturday: 09:00-12:00
Dates and times of hire may be subject to change

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Location/ Entrance details: The Zone, St Andrews Road, HD1 6PT. Entrance is via the smaller side door, which is to the left hand side of the main entrance when looking into The Zone front doors. Click here to view the entrance.

Key benefits of our Sensory Room:

Stimulate key senses: sight, sound, smell, and touch.
Build key developmental skills; self-awareness, self-regulation, hand eye co-ordination, fine motor skills, social and emotional development.
Creates a safe, calming environment to relax and develop essential skills such as self-control, self-regulation and empathy – which are essential elements in the holistic development.

For further information please contact sheila@hgct.co.uk

In our partners words

“I was given the challenge of finding an all-day venue for our 100 strong team, that we could use all day, in any weather, that catered for all abilities. The team at The Zone didn’t let us down! We had completely smashed the brief I was given and I can’t wait for the next one, I know who I will be calling. Thank you guys, you helped me smash that challenge and I couldn’t have done it without you!"

Claire Heaton, EA to Peter Branson, CEO of Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice

In our partners words

“Action First Campaign Group Kirklees is a local campaign group led by members who look at local issues and campaign to improve accessibility, facilities and lives of/for local people with disabilities. The Zone have so many great facilities, by having a Changing Place these facilities could be accessed by so many more people improving family life, mental and physical wellbeing and the local community.”

Claire Heaton, EA to Peter Branson, CEO of Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice

In our partners words

“We run 4 ‘Football Funday’ events at The Zone per year which are inclusive events for adults with learning disabilities. Attendance is about 100 people per events with about 55 service users plus carers, coaches, volunteers and staff from the NHS per event. The Zone provide the venue, some coaches and offer a deal on the pitch hire. For our Trust this offers a central location with plenty of accessible free parking, a safe welcoming environment, large areas for seating and relaxing and a café.”

Alex Feather, Project Worker at Creative Minds

In our partners words

"I’ve visited The Zone multiple times since January 2019 when my son became more steady on his feet. I heard that there was an area specifically designated for babies and toddlers, which made me feel more at ease taking him to such a big play gym. Adults are also allowed in the play gym to accompany smaller children (this is the real reason I visit) The Rainbow Slide is our favourite bit in the whole place and my son’s confidence with climbing and exploring the space develops with every visit. Thank you for providing such a fantastic space to bring kids to burn off steam and parents to have some fun too! We always stay for lunch and I’ve not been disappointed with the price, quality or service I’ve received. I’m sure I will continue to visit The Zone for many years to come as my little one grows up and bring along more friends and family as well. To anyone who may read or hear this testimonial; if you’ve got children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews or friends with kids under 12 years old, The Zone is the place to be!

Esther Orridge, Social Progress

Sensory

In our partners words

In our partners words

In our partners words

In our partners words

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