Audio Described Tour: From Medieval Priory to Ambulance HQ

Audio Described Tour: From Medieval Priory to Ambulance HQ

A multisensory tour for blind and partially sighted visitors exploring the spectacular historic interiors of the Order's London HQ.

By Museum of the Order of St John

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Starts on Thu, 6 Jun 2024 11:00 GMT+1

Location

Museum of the Order of St John

St John's Gate 26 St John's Lane London EC1M 4DA United Kingdom

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Originally part of the London priory of the medieval Order of St John, St John's Gate and the Priory Church are now home to a modern order of chivalry and the first aid charity, St John Ambulance. This tour will take you around the buildings, to visit their extraordinary spaces, including the Church's Norman crypt and the spectacular Victorian interiors of St John's Gate.

This tour is for blind and visually impaired visitors and their companions. The tour will last 60 minutes including opportunities to touch objects and to ask questions.

Guide and assistance dogs are welcome and we can provide a bowl of drinking water if needed.

Please note that this tour includes ascending and descending several historic staircases. For details of the accessibility of the site please see details at the link below, and contact the Museum to discuss your specific needs.

https://museumstjohn.org.uk/planning-your-visit/access/

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Refunds can only be offered in the unlikely event that the event is cancelled by the Museum. Refunds are always made to the original payment method.

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Museum of the Order of St John

The Museum of the Order of St John tells the unique story of an ancient religious military Order, from its origins caring for sick pilgrims in eleventh century Jerusalem, through to its modern-day role with St John Ambulance, the international first aid charity. 

£0 – £12