Tigerplay Deliver Sensory Space to Murrayfield Stadium

Joanna Panese from Scottish Autism (left), Kenny Macaulay (centre) Tigerplay’s SEN Specialist, Catriona Fett (right) Scottish Rugby Union People Liaison Officer

We were thrilled to attend the opening of the sensory space we delivered for Scottish Rugby and its charity partner, Wooden Spoon at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium ahead of the opening Guinness Six Nations Championship match on Saturday.

The bespoke seating unit with rugby posts behind.

We designed and delivered the room for users who may feel overwhelmed by the experience of being in Scotland’s biggest stadium on match day. The viewing space featured bespoke seating, a sensory tactile wall in the shape of the Scottish Rugby logo and a sensory den with an infinity mirror and LED light tube.

The sensory den with LED light tube and infinity mirror

 “We have worked closely with Scottish Autism and a specialist sensory space designer, Tigerplay, to create a state-of-the-art sensory space,” explained Catriona Fett, business partner in Scottish Rugby’s People Team.

“We look to champion inclusion and diversity and having this new facility available for supporters at matches and concerts – but also accessible to visitors during the working week and, potentially, in our very popular stadium tours – is a very positive step.”

Gavin Hastings, Honorary President of Wooden Spoon Scotland, said: “Thanks to the dedication of Scottish Rugby and the generosity of Wooden Spoon supporters, this space will provide a welcoming environment for those who need it most. It’s a fantastic step forward in making our game truly accessible to all.”

HRH Princess Anne formally opens the space alongside the Chair of Wooden Spoon Scotland.

HRH Princess Anne was there to unveil the space and meet some families watching the the opening Guinness Six Nations Championship match between Scotland and Italy on Saturday (1 February).

You can learn more about our SEN design services here, and if you’d like to design a bespoke SEN space, contact our specialist team today.