Neurodiverse Universe
21 Mar - 23 Mar 2025
10am – 5pm
Supporting Autism & Neurodiversity inclusion in Milton Keynes.
Get Ready for an Unforgettable Experience at "The Spectrum Place" – The Ultimate Hub for Neurodiversity and Wellbeing! With over 30 neurodiverse professionals, services & support across the weekend with SEND friendly activities, workshops and talks at the first of it's kind immersive event.
At the event, every moment will be packed with interactive experiences designed for all ages and abilities, offering an exciting blend of expert-led workshops, hands-on activities, and insightful talks. Whether you’re a parent, a carer, a professional, or someone with lived experience, this event promises something for everyone.
Explore the 4 immersive zones in Middleton Hall.
- Zone 1: Sensory Haven
Immerse yourself in a world of sensory experiences with professionals from Speech & Language Therapy to Occupational Therapy, plus a mesmerizing Sensory Dome. Whether you're exploring or simply experiencing, there's something for everyone. - Zone 2: Educational Wonderland
Take learning to the next level with hands-on fun! Explore exciting experiences from Woburn Safari, The Spectrum Place, and even the Sci-Fi Museum. It’s an interactive, immersive approach to education you won’t want to miss. - Zone 3: Parents & Carers Corner
This zone is all about support, connection, and resources for parents and carers. Get vital information and advice from key organisations including Carers MK, Talk Back, Paca, and Send 4 Dads, all in one place! - Zone 4: Wellbeing Oasis
Promoting mental health and wellbeing is at the heart of this zone. From calming Yoga and Sound Therapy to the fun of a Silent Disco, it’s a space dedicated to everyone’s wellness, with guidance from professionals like Educational Psychologists and community paediatrics.
In addition to the interactive zones, the Neurodiverse Universe will offer a packed lineup of workshops, activities, stalls, and talks, Where you’ll have the chance to learn directly from both professionals and those with lived experience. It’s the ultimate space to ask questions, gain insight, and walk away with the knowledge and connections to make a real difference.
Special Guest Appearance Lisa Lloyd (Instagram @asd_with_a_g_and_t) on Saturday 22nd March. Come and meet the incredible Lisa Lloyd for a very ASD afternoon, find out about her journey into the Sen-Between!
Entry: FREE
Tickets required Friday 21st March Only, book your ticket here
Talks and Workshop Weekend Schedule
Friday 21st March
| Times |
Talk Focus |
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10am - 11am |
Andrew Frasier – Magic Words Therapy - Speech and language |
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11am - 12pm |
Dimitra Charalambous – Children’s OT - Sensory Processing |
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12pm - 1pm |
Sascha McQueen - Empowered Minds - Understanding EBSA and How it happens |
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1pm - 2pm |
Sarah Yates - The Sen-ed Kitchen - ARFID |
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2pm - 3pm |
Dimitra Charalambous – Children’s OT - Reflexes |
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3pm - 4pm |
Dr Paula Williams - Psychology 4 You - Emotional Regulations |
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Times |
Workshops |
Zones |
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10:30am - 11am |
Epic Tales with Chip |
Story Zone |
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11am - 11:30am |
Wild for You - Wild Wellbeing workshop/ Inclusive Fitness |
1/4 |
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11:30 - 12pm |
The Silent Disco Project |
4 |
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12pm - 12:30pm |
Speed Lego Building/ Epic Tales with Chip |
2/ Story Zone |
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12:30pm - 1pm |
The Spectrum Place - Walk with Dinosaurs |
3 |
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1pm - 1:30pm |
Tatty Bumpkins Yoga |
4 |
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1:30pm - 2pm |
Epic Tales with Chip |
Story Zone |
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2pm - 2:30pm |
Tatty Bumpkins Yoga |
4 |
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2:30pm - 3pm |
Wild for You - Wild Wellbeing workshop |
1 |
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3pm - 3:30pm |
The Spectrum Place - Under The Sea / Inclusive Fitness |
2./4 |
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3:30pm - 4pm |
Speed Lego Building / Epic Tales with Chip |
2/ Story Zone |
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4pm - 4:30pm |
The Silent Disco Project |
4 |
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4:30pm - 5pm |
The Spectrum Place - A walk in the Woods |
2 |
Saturday 22nd March
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Times |
Talk Focus |
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10am - 11am |
Dr Paula Williams - Psychology 4 You - Emotional Regulations |
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11am - 12pm |
Dimitra Charalambous – Children’s OT - Reflexes |
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12pm - 1pm |
Lisa Lloyd ASD with a G&T – Raising the SEN-Betweeners |
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1pm - 1:30pm |
Hannah - SEND Reform |
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1:30pm - 2pm |
James the Tutor – Neurodivergent Affirming Approaches in the education sector |
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2pm - 3pm |
Dimitra Charalambous – Children’s OT - Sensory Processing |
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3pm - 4pm |
The Man Cave - Men’s mental health |
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4pm - 5pm |
Sascha McQueen - Empowered Minds - What is Neuro-affirming and why is it important |
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Times |
Workshops |
Zone |
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10:30am - 11am |
Tatty Bumpkins Yoga |
4 |
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11am - 11:30am |
Cosmic Superstars - make your own slime / Evolve Therapy -Meditation |
1./4 |
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11:30 - 12pm |
Tatty Bumpkins Yoga |
4 |
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12pm - 12:30pm |
Speed Lego Building/ Epic Tales with Chip |
2/ Story Zone |
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12:30pm - 1pm |
The Spectrum Place - Walk with Dinosaurs |
2 |
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1pm - 1:30pm |
Evolve Therapies - Sound Bath |
4 |
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1:30pm - 2pm |
Epic Tales with Chip |
Story Zone |
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2pm - 2:30pm |
Cosmic Superstars - make your own slime / Evolve Therapy- Meditation |
1./4 |
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2:30pm - 3pm |
The Spectrum Place - Space Camp |
2 |
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3pm - 3:30pm |
Sound Bath / Cosmic Superstars - CV Workshops |
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3:30pm - 4pm |
Epic Tales with Chip |
Story Zones |
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4pm - 4:30pm |
Speed Lego Building |
2 |
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4:30pm - 5pm |
The Spectrum Place - Under The Sea |
2 |
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Sunday 23rd March
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Times |
Talk Focus |
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10am - 11am |
Jenni Canty – Chiltern ADHD Clinic - ADHD the truth behind the trend |
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11am - 12pm |
James the Tutor- Neurodivergent Affirming Approaches in the education sector |
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12pm - 1pm |
Sarah Yates - The Sen-ed Kitchen - ARFID |
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1pm - 2pm |
Sascha McQueen - Empowered Minds - Understanding EBSA and How it happens |
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2pm - 3pm |
James the Tutor - Neurodivergent Affirming Approaches in the education sector |
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3pm - 4pm |
The Spectrum Place - Missing in education - The Hidden Gap |
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4pm - 5pm |
Paul Ridley - Non Verbal doesn't mean no communication |
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Times |
Workshops |
Zone |
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10:30am - 11am |
Epic Tales with Chip |
Story Zone |
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11am - 11:30am |
Cosmic Superstars - Make your own slime |
1 |
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11:30 - 12pm |
The Silent Disco Project / Cosmic Superstars - CV Workshops |
4 ./3 |
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12pm - 12:30pm |
Speed Lego Building |
2 |
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12:30pm - 1pm |
The Spectrum Place - Walk with Dinosaurs |
2 |
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1pm - 1:30pm |
Epic Tales with Chip |
Story Zone |
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1:30pm - 2pm |
Cosmic Superstars - make your own slime |
1 |
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2pm - 2:30pm |
Speed Lego Building |
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2:30pm - 3pm |
The Spectrum Place - Space Camp |
2 |
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3pm - 3:30pm |
Epic Tales with Chip |
Story Zone |
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3:30pm - 4pm |
Cosmic Superstars - Make your own slime |
1 |
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4pm - 4:30pm |
Silent Disco /Cosmic Superstars - CV Workshops |
4./2 |
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4:30pm - 5pm |
The Spectrum Place - A Walk in The Wood |
2 |
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