Longleat has introduced sensory bags for visitors with sensory sensitivities.
The initiative is part of the estate and safari park's efforts to ensure everyone has the best possible experience.
The bags, which contain ear defenders, an emotions fan, and fidget and squishy toys, are aimed at helping those with sensory needs comfortably navigate the park.
Scott Ashman, head of operations at Longleat, said: "We want all our guests to have the best possible experience and recognise that each visit is different just like our visitors.
"We know families with children with sensory needs often have their own bag of essentials, and these can sometimes be forgotten in the excitement of preparing for a day out, so we decided to offer our own to be borrowed while people are on the park.
"It’s already proving to be a hit with families."
The bags are cleaned after each use.
This is just the latest of a series of initiatives aimed at boosting accessibility at Longleat.
Last year, they introduced a map highlighting disabled parking spots, wheelchair accessible routes, and signage.
Kim Ovens, education and engagement lead, said: "We have also worked with SEN specialists to create social stories which are on our website so people can get a flavour of what to expect when they arrive and while they are with us.
"It’s so important to us that we are as accessible as we can be and we are looking at further enhancements in the months ahead."
The sensory bags can be borrowed from guest services for a refundable £10 deposit.
Longleat also provides detailed accessibility information for all its events and a queue assist scheme for attractions.
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