British Museum adds measures to reduce Bayeux Tapestry waiting times
The British Museum announced new plans to manage crowds for the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition after reports of long queues and closed doors.
New visitor support tools arrive
Starting Monday, visitors will receive an audio guide containing more information about the embroidery. The museum also plans to install additional seating and clearer signage for those waiting outside. These changes aim to improve the experience for people queuing to reach the main exhibition.
Opening hours will extend further
The institution intends to introduce longer opening hours to prevent queues from building up during the day. This schedule change allows more people with tickets to enter without waiting excessively long periods. Officials hope these adjustments will resolve issues caused by previous backlogs and early closures.
Refunds offered for missed visits
A spokesperson stated that refunds would be issued to ticket holders who could not enter due to disruptions last week. Priority booking slots are also being arranged for those affected by the backlog caused by a private event. The museum acknowledged that some visitors waited up to two hours before gaining access.
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