National Neurodiversity Shows

A: Neurodiversity is a term used to describe the differences in the way people’s brains work. Everybody’s brain functions differently. Some people have “neurodivergent” brains, which function differently to what is considered typical, or “neurotypical”. Some people like to describe this as being “wired differently”. Being neurodivergent can mean many things, and can include Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Autism, Dyspraxia, ADHD and others. Some people have a diagnosis whilst others still waiting for answers.

A: As a visitor you’ll find a lot to choose from; exciting exhibitors displaying sensory products, help and advice, field experts delivering seminars, real people delivering inspirational seminars, educational resources for CPD, charities and organisations offering support and more.

A: Anyone can visit the National Neurodiversity Shows with a ticket. Whether you’re neurodivergent, neurotypical, a professional, family member, educator or just seeking more information the shows will have something for you to “discover different” from the neurodiverse community we all live in.

A: Children are welcome at the show, in fact if they are under 16 they can enter for free. We advise you to consider that this is an exhibition, with seminars, educational inputs and displays that may not appeal to children, however some of our exhibitors may have products or services that you may want to bring your children to see. Please see the exhibitors and seminars on each page for you to decide this.

A: General admission will give you access to all areas within the exhibition floor, entry to all seminars (unless age restricted), a show guide and visitor bag.

A: All of our venues are wheelchair accessible and friendly for wheelchair users.

A: We’re working with each venue to make the shows as sensory friendly and inclusive as possible. There will be designated quiet rooms and our use of lighting and colour is being carefully looked at. If you have any specific questions about a particular venue please feel free to email us with any questions.

A: There will be a limited selection of food, snacks and drinks to purchase which may vary at each show due to the venue. 

A: All of our venues have access to parking, including accessible parking. Please see the individual show pages for directions and parking details.

A: Many professionals attend the shows to learn more about neurodiversity as part of their work or business in order to recognise how to be more inclusive in their organization. It’s also a good opportunity to connect with other organizations with similar values and missions. Many people visit the shows as part of continuous professional development or to gain more understanding.

A: The seminar speakers are a mixture of people sharing personal experiences relevant to neurodivergence, along with experts and professionals in their field delivering informative seminars and sharing research from which you can learn. The views and opinions expressed by seminar speakers are entirely their own. To see the list of seminar speakers, visit the individual show pages.

A: There will be professional photographers and videographers filming and taking pictures at the shows for our website and Youtube channel. By attending you give your consent to be filmed and photographed, however if you’re uncomfortable with this please tell us on the day and we’ll do our best to accommodate this. 

A: Yes, we offer concessions for over 65s, blue badge holders and students with a valid student discount card. 

A neurodiversity show is an exhibition dedicated to all things neurodiversity. The show will consist of exhibitors from different organisations showcasing products and services to help and support neurodivergent people and will also consist of seminars and workshops which will strengthen how neurotypical people and neurodivergent people work together.