Q: Should I book in advance can I purchase at the door?
A: We strongly advise people to book tickets for weekends and any school holiday periods, some tickets can be purchased on site but you may not get a timeslot you require and you will have to queue.
Q: Can I leave the child in the buggy?
A: No you cannot, all buggies must be checked at the entrance.
Q: Can we bring in food or drinks?
A: No food or drink are allowed in the exhibition hall. We do have tables outside the exhibit for visitors to use.
Q: Can I take bags or luggage into the exhibition?
A: We have a free cloakroom. Backpacks and luggage must be checked. Bags left are at the owner’s own risk.
Q: If I miss my timeslot or I am early will I get in?
A: We will accommodate where we can both situations.
Q: Can we touch the exhibits?
A: Absolutely NO TOUCHING of the exhibits or the plinths is allowed. There will be plenty of opportunity to get hand-on in the interactive play zone at the end of the exhibition.
Q: Can I take photos during the experience?
A: Yes, but please don’t use a flash. Don’t forget to share your photos on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram!
Q: How long will it take to visit?
A: Obviously everyone is different but we would say to allow for at least 45 to 75 minutes, depending on if you can drag yourself away from the play zone!
Q: Is the Exhibition accessible to all needs?
A: Yes, it is fully accessible from the main entrance for any wheelchair users and all areas inside are accessible.
Q: How do I organise special needs access?
A: Please contact the AOTB admin office at admin@aotbmanchester.co.uk
Q: Where are the toilets?
A: The toilets are located in the exhibition space.
Q: When does the exhibition end?
A: The last day of the exhibition in Manchester is April 20th 2020.
Q: Is there a shop?
A: Yes, it is at the end of the exhibition by the interactive play zone.
Q: Is my ticket reusable once I have finished the exhibition?
A: No, the ticket is only redeemable once, you will need to pay for another ticket if you would like to experience the exhibition again.
Q: Is the exhibition touring elsewhere in the UK?
A: No. At the present time there are no plans to tour this elsewhere in the UK.