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Weighted Tactile Crab Lap Pal

Sensory Direct’s Weighted Crab is pleasingly tactile making it the perfect weighted companion.

The weight is spread through the body, and claws, providing a calming effect.  The claws can be played with to help reduce anxiety and fidgeting.

The weight and its size makes it ideal for use in the classroom, at reading time, at the dinner table or in the car.

Good for:

  • Helping attention span.
  • Reducing excessive fidgeting
  • Helping promote calmness by reducing anxiety.

Good to know:

WARNINGS:

  • KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE.
  • Not suitable for children under 3 years.
  • Contains small parts - choking hazard.
  • Adult supervision required.
  • Do not use whilst sleeping.
  • Do not microwave.
  • This is not a toy.

Click here to watch the Weighted Animals Product Video.

See below for more details on the product.

 

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Product code:
CRAB
PURCHASE ORDERS ACCEPTED | FROM SCHOOLS & NHS
from £64.99 £54.16
Eligible for VAT relief
UK Designed & Made
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  • Walking along the road to school less stressful.

    Comfortable, easy for child to put on themselves and adjust, these also fold back down to be compact. They do not block a lot of sound but lower levels. They make walking along the road to school less stressful for my daughter taking the sound of passing cars to "noisy cat purrs" in her words.

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  • Fast & Friendly 5* Service

    We've been ordering from sensory direct for just over a year my son is a big fan of their stick men chewbuddys they offer a Fast and friendly service, 5*

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  • Very good service.

    My daughter loves her blanket, she calls it snuggly blanket. Very good service and their knowledge is brilliant.

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  • They were very helpful.

    Someone rang me when there was a problem with the delivery address I'd given. They were very helpful and we were able to sort it out. Given that everyone is working from home the service was above average.

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  • Quick, easy and efficient.

    Easy to use and efficient with the delivery during difficult times. Always updated on the progress.

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    Without weight and feedback, those who are sensory seeking find it difficult to relax. When laid across the lap, the Weighted Crab applies calming deep pressure to the lap and upper legs whilst the user is sitting down, imparting a soothing and calming effect.

    The Weighted Crab is made from 3 different tactile materials:

    • The back is made from supersoft minky dimpled fleece which is very tactile when stroked.
    • The claws are made of a warm tactile fleece.
    • The underside is made from tactile corduroy to provide another texture.

    WARNINGS:

    • KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE.
    • Not suitable for children under 3 years.
    • Contains small parts - choking hazard.
    • Adult supervision required.
    • Do not use whilst sleeping.
    • Do not microwave.
    • This is not a toy.

    Idea for:

    • Education or Home Study.
    • Dining.
    • Chill-Out Time.
    • Home or Residential Setting.
    • Travelling.

    Good to know:

    • Handmade by Sensory Direct.
    • A cost effective, safe and portable tool for use whenever and wherever needed.

    Click here to watch the Weighted Animals Product Video.

    For more information on Weighted Products:

    • See our product guides here
    • You may find our FAQs useful

     

    This product is eligible for VAT relief and can be purchased free from VAT.

    • If you have a disability or a chronic medical condition you can claim VAT relief on certain eligible products provided the products are purchased for personal or domestic use.
    • If you are a parent or carer you can claim VAT relief on behalf of a child or person you look after.
    • Charities can qualify for VAT relief where these conditions are met.
    • At checkout you will be asked whether you are eligible for VAT relief.  If you qualify tick the "Yes" option and complete the Declaration form. VAT will automatically be deducted from the relevant products in your basket.
    • VAT relief is not available on all products. Eligible products are marked with a green 'Eligible for VAT relief' badge on the product page. 
    • VAT is chargeable on delivery.

    For further information on VAT relief,  please view the FAQs or VAT Relief page.

     

    ON RECEIPT OF YOUR ORDER

    On receipt of your order please open all packages and thoroughly check for missing or damaged products as soon as possible.  You must notify Sensory Direct of any missing or damaged products within 3 days of the delivery. If we are not notified of missing or damaged products within 3 days we are unable to claim from the Courier and we will be unable to refund or replace the missing or damaged products. If the packaging appears damaged and you do not have time to check the products you should sign the Courier's paperwork and add the word "Damaged".

    Non-receipt of your order must be notified to Sensory Direct within 7 days of notification of despatch.

     

    DELIVERY

    If all items are in stock we aim to despatch your order the same working day (Monday to Friday) when placed before 2pm.   For larger orders and School Purchase Orders despatch times may vary.

    Sensory Direct’s Weighted Blankets, Weighted Jackets, Shoulder Wraps, Lap Pads and other handmade products may take 3-5 working days to be despatched, if not in stock.  

    • Delivery is FREE for online orders of £45 and above within Mainland UK (excluding Highlands, Offshore Islands and Northern Ireland).
    • Mainland UK delivery charges are £5.95 for Courier delivery for orders under £45. (See FAQs for Courier Estimated Delivery Times).
    • Some larger products may be delivered directly from the manufacturer.  Delivery times may vary.  Please ensure someone is available to accept your delivery during the indicated delivery times, as a redelivery fee may be applied if no one is present.
    • Please note that once an order has been placed the delivery address cannot be changed.
    • Please note we cannot deliver to a PO Box address.
    • We are currently unable to ship outside of the UK unless you hold a trade account with us.
    • Bubble Tubes - Delivery to Mainland UK only.

    For full delivery information, please view the Delivery page.

     

    RETURNS

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    Christmas Returns Policy 

    We want to give our customers peace of mind that all eligible products purchased between 1st November 2025 and 25th December 2025 can be returned or exchanged until 31st January 2026.

    Customers simply need to return the product(s) in the original re-sellable condition together with the completed Returns Form.

    Please note this excludes reporting missing or damaged products which must be reported within 3 working days, so please ensure you open and check your order when it arrives.

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    We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase, but if you find that the product is not suitable you must return the product to us within 30 days of receipt for a refund or exchange of the same or similar. There are some exemptions to this, please view the Returns page for further information.

    Returns of sale products must be within 14 days of receipt.

    To receive a refund or exchange, goods must be returned unused, in their original packaging and with all original documentation. 

    For full returns information, please view the Returns page.

     

    Please review our full  Terms and Conditions.

    Our Story

    When my son was born with autism, my world changed and Sensory Direct was born

    Ethan had been prescribed different forms of medication, and although they helped a little, I didn’t want to become reliant upon them, so Ethan’s Paediatric Consultant suggested a Weighted Blanket. I remember hearing this and thinking ‘what on earth is a Weighted Blanket’? At this stage I was blissfully unaware of how life changing that Weighted Blanket would become.

    British Born Solutions

    Sensory Direct’s principle drive and values are based on wanting to help and support others find their solution.

    We strongly believe in our products and ensure that the same love and care that went into making my son’s first Weighted Blanket goes into every handmade product we produce here in Worcester. We pride ourselves on our Customer Service and we will do our utmost to find you a solution that works.