| Aberdeen Music Hall
Union Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
BA10 1QS 01224 641 122
http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/acc/WhatsOn/Performance?Venues/Venue_mh.asp
Capacity
- 1507 - standing
- 1282 - seated
Access
- Street level entrance situated on
Golden Square - You are advised to ring the bell to alert staff of
your arrival
- A raised viewing platform is
available for use during concerts - When booking ask the Box Office
staff about this facility
- 2 accessible unisex toilets
- Accessible payphone next to the
venue reception
- Induction loop at reception desk
- Induction loop at one Box Office
counter
- Infra-red sound system available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
|
| Abergavenny Borough Theatre
Cross Street, Abergavenny,
Monmouthshire NP7 5HD 01873 850 805
www.boroughtheatreabergavenny.co.uk
Capacity
- 338
- 4 wheelchair spaces - located to the
front of the stalls
Access
- The venue advises if you require a
wheelchair space to call the Box Office with your requirements, to
ensure a space is available
- This venue is located on the second
floor of the town hall - a lift is available in the Market Hall -
This takes users to the side of the auditorium and gives flat access
to the wheelchair spaces. On performance evenings there is a
steward available to assist with the lift
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- PLEASE NOTE: There is no
wheelchair access to the bar area - There is a tray service
available instead
- Loop system
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- Doors open 30 minutes before
performances begin
- No venue car parking - However,
there are 2 blue badge bays in the car park at the rear of the
Market Hall and on-street parking to the front of the theatre
Ticket Information
A person accompanying a wheelchair user
can receive a complimentary ticket on request |
| Aberystwyth Arts Centre
University of Wales, Penglais
Campus, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion SY23 3DE
01970 623 232
To discuss your access
requirements please call: 01970 822 882
www.aber.ac.uk/artscentre
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
available
- Access to the bar and restaurant
- Hearing Loops
- Guide/assistance dogs welcomed
- 2 car parking bays for blue badge
holders
|
| Aldershot West End Centre
Queens Road, Aldershot GU11 33D
01252 330 040
www.westendcentre.co.uk
Capacity
- Theatre - 108 (2 wheelchair spaces)
- Seated events - 140 (variable
wheelchair spaces)
- Standing only - 200 (variable
wheelchair spaces) - PLEASE NOTE: No viewing platform
available
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
available
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- No induction loop or
infra-red hearing system available
- Assistance dogs permitted
- 1 car parking bay for blue badge
holders
Ticket Information
Discounts available - contact the Box
Office for more information
|
| Alnwick Playhouse
Bondgate Without, Alnwick,
Northumberland NE66 1PQ 01665 510 785
www.alnwickplayhouse.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
Access
- Ramped access
- Lift to 1st floor
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Induction loop system available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Braille signs throughout the
building
- Information available in large print
on request
- Bar access
|
| Ashton Under Lyne
Tameside Hippodrome Oldham
Road, Ashton Under Lyne OL6 7SE 01613 083 223
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 1262
- 4 wheelchair spaces in the stalls
area - plus all end seats have space for transfer if preferred
Access
- 1 small step into the main foyer and
ramp into the stall auditorium
- 1 unisex toilet for disabled patrons
situated in the main stalls foyer
- Hearing loop system available -
Please inform the box office if you require this at the time of
booking
- Guide/support dogs permitted, staff
will dog-sit if required
- No wheelchair access to the
bar - but drinks can brought downstairs by theatre staff if
requested
|
| Babbacombe Theatre
Babbacombe Downs, Torquay, Devon TQ1
3LU 01803 328 325
www.babbacombe-theatre.com
Capacity
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
|
| Barnstaple Queens Theatre
Boutport Street, Barnstaple,
Devon EX31 1SY 01271 327 357
northdevontheatres.org.uk
Capacity
- 700
- 2 wheelchair spaces - more may be
available, please ask at time of booking
Access
- Lift access to the circle and
restaurant
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Auditorium fitted with an induction
loop system
|
| Basingstoke Anvil
Churchill Way, Basingstoke,
Hampshire RG21 7QR 01256 844 244
theanvil.org.uk
Capacity
- from 960 to 1400 (6 wheelchair) -
The main house of this venue has various formats
- smaller space - 95
Access
- There are disabled patrons toilets
in both the stalls and circle foyer
- Wheelchair access to the stalls bar
- The Box Office has an induction loop
fitted at the counter
- Infra red hearing enhancement system
in both venues, headsets and person loops are available at the Box
Office
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- 3 disabled parking bays at the front
of the venue. More may be available in the general car park
|
| Basingstoke Haymarket
Theatre
Wote Street, Basingstoke RG21 7NW
01256 465 566
haymarket.org.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
Access
- Lift to all floors
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
on the ground floor
- Bar access
- Loop system in operation for all
performances
- Guide/support dogs welcomed
- Occasional signed and audio
described performances
- No parking available - but
badge holder bays are available in Haymarket Yard and Feathers Yard
|
| Bath Rondo Theatre
St. Saviour's Road, Bath BA1 6RT
Bath Festivals Box Office: 01225 463 362
www.rondotheatre.co.uk
Capacity
- 105
- The theatre can accommodate up to 10
wheelchair users - located at the front - the front row seats fold
up and wheelchair users sit here - Companions can seat in the
adjoining seats
Access
- Level access into the theatre
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Assistance dogs permitted
- NO venue car parking
Ticket Information
Concessions available
|
| Bath Theatre Royal
Sawclose, Bath BA1 1ET
01225 448 844
Minicom:
01225 329 689
http://www.theatreroyal.org.uk/
Capacity
- Main house 850 - Ustinov
Studio 150
- Main house has 8 wheelchair spaces
(4 in the stalls & 4 in the Royal Circle) - Ustinov Studio 2 (Front
Row)
Access
- Ramped access to the stalls in the
Main House
- Royal Circle in Main House
accessible via a stair-lift in the foyer
- Lift access to the Ustinov
auditorium
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
in both theatres
- Infra-red hearing system in both
theatres
- Guide/support dogs permitted in both
theatres
- Wheelchair access to one of the bars
in the Main house and the Ustinov bar
- Occasional signed, audio described
or Stagetext performances
- Car parking for blue badge holders
at the Main House
- Drop off point at the Ustinov Studio
Ticket Information
Ask the box office staff for details of
discounts on tickets when booking
|
| Bedford Bowen West Theatre
37 Lansdowne Road, Bedford MK40 2BZ
01234 719 333
www.dmu.ac.uk
Capacity
- 200
- 4 wheelchair spaces, but more can be
made available if required
- Wheelchair spaces situated in the
front row
Access
- Flat access from the street means
passing through the scene dock, rather ugly, but access is ok once
inside
- Wheelchair access into the bar
- Induction loops available
- Guide/support dogs permitted by
prior arrangement
- Individual access requirements can
normally be met, please contact the Box Office if you have any
questions
- No disabled patrons toilet
facilities
- No venue car park - but the
university car park across the road has 3 spaces for blue badge
holders
|
| Bedford Corn Exchange
St. Paul's Square, Bedford MK40 1SL
01234 344 813
Central Box Office:The
Harpur Suite, Harpur Street Bedford MK4O 1LE
01234 269 519
www.bedfordcornexchange.co.uk
Capacity
- Main auditorium - 830 (full flat
seating) - 640 (tiered seating)
- Harpur Suite - 180
- Civic Theatre - 285 (seated)
- Variable wheelchair spaces and the
venue is multi-purpose, without fixed seating. Seats are
removed as required. It is normal practice for the rear
section of the front stalls (west side) to be removed for wheelchair
users in the main auditorium as this is closest to the lift
Access
- Each venue listed above includes a
disabled toilet facility
- Lift access to the interval bar on
the first floor
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Induction loops available
- Bedford Events brochure available in
large print and on audio on request
- No car parking facility at
the venue. However, there are 6 dedicated spaces in Mayes Yard
situated behind the venue
Ticket Information
Disabled people receive concessionary
ticket rates on most performances and companions are admitted without
charge. For more details please contact the Box Office |
| Bedworth Civic Hall
Warwickshire CV12 8NF
024 7637 6707
www.civichallinbedworth.co.uk
Capacity
- 769
- 20 wheelchair spaces located in the
stalls
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
on the ground and first floor
- Lift access to the first floor and
upper balcony
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Infra red hearing system available -
headsets or loops can be booked at the Box Office
- Assistance dogs permitted
- Occasional signed performances -
contact the Box Office for more information
- NO venue car park, although adjacent
car park has 10 spaces available
|
|
Berwick upon Tweed The Maltings Theatre & Arts Centre
Eastern Lane, Northumberland TD15
1AJ
01289 330
999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 325
- 5 wheelchair spaces at the rear of
the stalls
- 10 wheelchair spaces at the rear of
the balcony
Access
Areas marked with * are accessed via a
passenger lift
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities*
- Wheelchair access into the bar area*
- Hearing loops in the auditorium and
at the Box Office
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- No official car parking area -
However 1 space available in the adjacent council operated car park
and another 4 within 50 metres
|
| Bexhill on Sea De La
Warr Pavilion
Marina, Bexhill on Sea, East
Sussex TN40 1DP 01424 229 111
http://www.dlwp.com
Capacity
- 1000
- 16 wheelchair spaces - located at
the rear
- Some wheelchair spaces are on raised
terraces for standing events - if you are in doubt about this
ASK!
Access
- Please advise the Box Office of your
access needs in advance
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
available
- Wheelchair access to the bar and
restaurant
- Loops available
- Guide/assistance dogs welcomed
- Blue badge holder bays available in
the adjacent car park
|
| Billingham Forum Theatre
Queensway, Billingham Stockton on
Tees 01642 552 663
www.forumtheatrebillingham.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 649
- 6 wheelchair spaces - Located in
boxes 1 and 4
Access
- Disabled patron toilet facilities
available on the ground and first floor
- Bar access via lift to the first
floor
- Loop system available
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted in
parts of the theatre - Box Office staff can give specific details
- A number of blue badge holder car
parking bays available either side of the theatre main doors - car
parks also adjacent
Ticket Information
Discounts may be available - Please ask
at the Box Office |
| Birkenhead Pacific
Road Arts Centre Pacific Road,
Birkenhead, Wirral CH41 1LJ 0151 647 0752
www.pacificroad.co.uk
Capacity
- 285 cabaret seating
- Variable wheelchair spaces
- 400 raked seating
- 6 wheelchair spaces
- 600 standing
- There is a service lift in the
backstage area which can take wheelchair users to the mezzanine
floor - However, this still gives a restricted view - disabled
people who wish to go up stairs for standing gigs will not be
charged.
- If you are in any
doubt regarding performance layout and views you are advised to call
the Box Office before booking
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
available
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Guide/assistance dogs welcomed
- 2 car parking bays for blue badge
holders
|
| Birmingham Alexandra Theatre
Station Road, Birmingham S5 4DS
Disability Hotline:
0121 632 5554
Seating Plan
Accessible seating:
4 in the rear stalls
4 (2) at either side of the front circle
Capacity
Access
- Disabled entrance - patrons press a
buzzer to alert staff to open access door - this gives direct access
to the stalls
- Disabled toilet facility in the
stalls area
- No wheelchair access to the
bar - staff will assist with interval drinks
- Guide/support dogs welcomed
- Occasional signed performances
- 3 parking bays for blue badge
holders situated at the back of the theatre on Station Street
Ticket Information
Concessions for disabled patrons apply on
most shows - Contact the Box Office for more details |
| Birmingham Hippodrome
Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 4TB
0870 730 1234
Minicom: 0121 689 3011
briminghamhippodrome.com
Capacity
Access
- Accessible toilet
- Loop system available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Wheelchair access into the bar area
|
|
Bolton Octagon
Howell Croft South, Bolton BL1 1SB
01204 520 661
www.octagonbolton.co.uk
Capacity
- Main House - 2 wheelchair spaces
- Studio Theatre - Variable wheelchair
spaces
- PLEASE NOTE: Most of this venues
seating is accessed via steps - therefore you are advised to mention
your access requirements at the time of booking
Access
- Flat foyer entrance
- Lift access to the main house
- Lift access to the theatre bar
- Accessible toilet available in the
foyer area
- Infra hearing system available -
receivers must be reserved when booking
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted -
staff will dog sit if preferred
- Audio described and signed
performances - contact the box office for dates
- Season brochures available in large
print and on floppy disk - to request a copy please call the Box
Office
- Car Parking for blue badge holders
available opposite the theatre entrance
- Drop off point
Ticket Information
Disabled patrons can book a concessionary
ticket for a companion |
|
Bordon Phoenix Arts Centre
Station Street, Bordon, Hampshire
GU35 OLR 01420 472 664
http://freespace.virgin.net/thephoenix/info.htm
Capacity
- 85
- 5 wheelchair spaces at the front of
the auditorium
Access
- Disabled toilet facilities
- Bar wheelchair accessible
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- This venue does have a car
park close to the entrance - but no disabled bay markings
- This venue operates a transport
scheme which collects people from their door, takes them to the
theatre, and back home again (3.00 per person). This service
is accessible to wheelchair users and operates within a 10 mile
radius of the venue
|
|
Boston Blackfriars Arts Centre
Spain Lane, Boston, Lincolnshire
PE21 6HP 01205 363 108
www.blackfriars.uk.com
Seating Plan
- Available online
here
- Note: Spaces for wheelchair users
are located at seats A1-5
Capacity
- Main house - 230 (2 wheelchair
spaces)
- Cabaret Bar - 80 (variable
wheelchair spaces as there is no fixed seating)
Access
- Access to the main auditorium for
wheelchair users is via a stair climber - Please inform the Box
Office staff at the time of booking if you need to use this
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the cabaret bar
only
- Hearing loop system available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
Ticket Information
Disabled attenders who require assistance
can request two tickets for the price of one. Other disabled
people are entitled to standard concession prices |
|
Bournemouth Pavilion
Westover Road Bournemouth BH1 2BU
01202 456 400
www.bic.co.uk
Capacity
- The Pavilion Theatre - 1518
- 8 wheelchair spaces with adjacent
'helper' seats located on row G either side of the stalls - PLEASE
NOTE: Patrons with motorized or large wheelchairs are asked to
advise the Box Office staff of this when booking in order to avoid
sightline difficulties
Access
- Wheelchair access to the Phoebe and
Ballroom Bars
- Infra-red induction system available
- Guide/support dogs welcomed
- 8 reserved car parking bays for
people with disabilities
|
|
Boxmoor Playhouse
72, St. John's Road, Boxmoor,
Hempstead, Herts HP1 1NP 01442 239 581
Capacity
- 220
- 6 - 8 wheelchair spaces.
Please inform the Box Office in advance of your requirements as
chairs need to be removed from the front row of the stalls and
tiered seating
Access
- Side entrance for wheelchair users
at the side of the building - up a sloped pathway
- Disabled patron toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar,
however it is small and can get crowded making movement difficult.
Front of house staff will assist if required
- Hearing loop installed
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
|
|
Bradford Alhambra
Theatre
Morley Street,
Bradford, West Yorkshire BD7 1AJ
01274 432 000
Minicom: 01274 431033
bradford-theatres.co.uk
Capacity
Access
-
Level access is via
Great Horton Road
-
Accessible toilets
-
Infra red hearing system
with headsets available at the Kiosk
-
Guide/supported dogs
permitted
-
Access to the coffee bar
on the dress circle is via the Carvery lift. Staff must
accompany
-
6 blue badge holder
parking bays on the Morley Street side of the theatre
-
Season brochure
available in large print and Braille
Ticket Information
A companion may attend free
of charge at the Alhambra. Please contact the theatre for further
information
|
| Bradford St. Georges
Hall
Bridge Street, Bradford, West
Yorkshire BD1 1JS 01274 752 000
House Manager: 01274 752 375
bradford-theatres.co.uk
Capacity
Access
- Level access into the building is
via Bridge Street
-
Accessible toilets
-
Infra red hearing system
with headsets available at the Kiosk
-
Guide/supported dogs
permitted
-
Accessible bar
-
Season brochure
available in large print and Braille
Ticket Information
Selected performances at St. Georges may
allow a companion to attend free of charge. Please contact the
theatre for further information
|
| Brentwood Centre
Doddinghurst Road, Brentwood, Essex
CM15 9NN 01277 262 616
www.brentwood-centre.co.uk
Capacity
- 1906
- 29 wheelchair spaces
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Hearing loops available
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- 16 car parking spaces for blue badge
holders
|
| Brentwood Theatre
15, Shenfield Road, Brentwood,
Essex CM15 8AG 01277 200 305
brentwood-theatre.org
Capacity
- From 88 - 176 - This venue is a
studio theatre and offers a number of flexible seating
configurations
- Therefore wheelchair spaces are
variable - In the past this venue has accommodated up to 15
wheelchair users
Access
- Front of House access
- Toilet facilities
- Loop available in the theatre (and
currently looking at extending this facility to the Front of House
area)
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- 2 disabled persons car parking bays
- The Brentwood Theatre is an
independent charity and aims to make everyone feel welcome
|
| Bridgwater Arts Centre
11-13 Castle Street, Bridgwater,
Somerset TA6 3DD 01278 422 700
www.bridgwaterartscentre.co.uk
Capacity
- 170 - If the seating is arranged in
rows.
- Venue seating is unfixed and
therefore can accommodate as many wheelchair users as required - Up
to16 front row and an 15 additional aisle spaces available Some
events employ a cafe-style viewing (chairs at tables)
Access
- Ramped access at the (13) entrance -
Ring the door bell to alert staff of your arrival
- 1 unisex disabled patron toilet
- Wheelchair access to the bar
- Hearing loop installed at the Box
Office and in the auditorium
- Guide/support dogs welcomed
- No car parking available, but
there is on-street parking directly outside the venue. If
patrons are concerned about parking, please phone the Box Office
ahead of time and staff will put cones out to reserve a space
- If you have any specific requirement
please call the Box Office. This is a small, friendly venue
where staff are happy to help where possible
|
| Bridport Arts Centre
South Street, Bridport, Dorset DT6
3NR 01308 424 204
www.bridport-arts.com
Capacity
- 196 seated
- 300 standing
- 7 wheelchair spaces - first seat in
each of the 7 stall rows
Access
- Ramped access into the foyer area
- Limited toilet facilities - Disabled
toilet to be installed later this year
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Hearing loop installed
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Wheelchair bookings are subject to a
1.00 discount on normal booking fees
|
| Brighton Corn Exchange
29 New Road, Brighton BN1 1UG
01273 709 709
www.brighton-dome.org.uk
Capacity
- Theatre/Concert format - 320-570
- Standing 1200
- Variable wheelchair spaces
- Please note: There is no
viewing platform available for standing events
Access
- Entrance to the Corn Exchange is on
Church Street
- Level access into the venue
- The ground/1st floor is spread over
2 levels, with the foyer and bar on street level
- The foyer bar has a lower counter
service area
- Auditorium/1st floor is accessible
via wheelchair lift - staff are trained in the use of lift should
assistance be required
- An adapted toilet is available - a
RADAR key is required, see front door steward
- Induction loop available
- Guide/support dogs welcomed
- Large print material available on
request from the Marketing Department on
01273 260 825
- To discuss individual requirements
prior to your visit, please contact the House Managers on
01273 261 515/516
- Please note: this venue has a NO
SMOKING policy
Ticket Information
Concessionary priced tickets where
available are offered to registered disabled people. Please
discuss your needs with the ticket staff when you book |
| Brighton Dome
Concert Hall 29 New Road,
Brighton BN1 1UG 01273 709 709 Text
Phone Service:
01273 261 538
www.brighton-dome.org.uk
Capacity
- Up to 1872 - with a seated/standing
format of 1800
- 6 wheelchair spaces for seated
events
- 2 wheelchair spaces for standing
events at the front of the seated area - There is room at the back
of the auditorium for many more wheelchair users, but you should be
aware that your view maybe affected
Access
- The entrance to the Concert Hall is
in Church Street
- Level access into the building
- Adapted toilet facilities available
(including one with baby changing facilities)
- Lift available to Bar and Circle
- Both bars wheelchair accessible and
include lower level service areas
- Lift has an audible announcer,
tactile markings and a visual floor indicator
- Sennheiser infra red hearing system
available - please reserve your unit when you book
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Large print material available on
request from the Marketing Department on
01273 260 825
- To discuss individual requirements
prior to your visit, please contact the House Managers on 01273 261 515/516
- Please note: this venue has a NO
SMOKING policy
Ticket Information
Concessionary priced tickets where
available are offered to registered disabled people. Please
discuss your needs with the ticket staff when you book |
| Brighton Gardner
Arts Centre University of
Sussex, Brighton BN1 9RA 01273 568 861
www.gardnerarts.co.uk
The Gardner Arts Centre is a Grade II
listed building. There is a long term project to make the building
accessible to all. As part of a large restoration of the building,
there are plans to install a lift.
Capacity
Access
- IMPORTANT NOTE: The
auditorium is accessed via 26 steps and as yet there is no
lift - However, the venue recently purchased an electrically
assisted stair climber which can carry self-propelled wheelchairs -
You are advised to contact the venue directly for more information
if in doubt about using this facility
- Automated front doors
- Accessible toilet facilities located
on the ground floor
- Access to the bar/cafe on the ground
floor
- Loops available and can be
pre-booked through the Box Office. The system used is
currently under review and will be upgraded in the future
- Guide/assistance dogs welcomed -
Please inform the Box Office when booking so appropriate
arrangements can be made
- Large print diary of events
available - Contact the Box Office to request a copy
- Blue badge holders are eligible to
park in the turning circle immediately outside the venue - this can
accommodate up to 6 vehicles
Ticket Information
Disabled customers are eligible for a
concessionary priced ticket. The venue can also offer up to 2
complimentary tickets for assistants
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| Brighton Pavilion
Theatre 29 New Road, Brighton
BN1 1UG 01273 709 709
www.brighton-dome.org.uk
Capacity
- Theatre/Concert format - 232
- Standing - 350
- Variable wheelchair spaces
- Please note: There is no viewing
platform available - However, wheelchair users can watch from the
front of the auditorium
Access
- The entrance to the Pavilion Theatre
is on New Road
- There is level access into the venue
- The ground floor is spread over two
levels (the entrance foyer is at street level, the bar is on a lower
level)
- Adapted toilet facilities available
(with baby changing facilities) - RADAR key required, contact a
steward
- Wheelchair lift down to the bar area
- staff are trained to use this if assistance is required
- The bar has a lower counter service
area
- Lift to auditorium
- Induction loop available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Large print material available on
request from the Marketing Department on
01273 260 825
- To discuss individual requirements
prior to your visit, please contact the House Managers on
01273 261 515/516
- Please note: this venue has a NO
SMOKING policy
Ticket Information
Concessionary priced tickets where
available are offered to registered disabled people. Please
discuss your needs with the ticket staff when you book |
| Bristol Colston Hall
Colston Street, Bristol BS 1 5AR
0117 922 3682/3686
www.bristol-city.gov.uk/colstonhall
Capacity
- seated/standing - 1938
- fully seated - 1838
- 5 wheelchair spaces
- Viewing platform available situated
close to disabled entrance
Access
- Entry into the venue for wheelchair
users is via Trenchard Street
- 1 disabled patron toilet available
- Infra red hearing system available -
request this service from a steward
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- There is currently no
wheelchair access to the bars or Box Office (however access will
improve following refurbishment in the summer of 2005)
- No venue parking - However
the Trenchard Street car park has a number of disabled bays
available
Ticket Information
Discounts maybe available - contact the
box office for further information |
| Bristol Hippodrome
St. Augustine's Parade, Bristol,
Avon BS1 4UZ 0117 302 3222 (voice or minicom) - This is the direct line to the Disability Liaison Officer Trish
Hobson, located at the venue. You can also contact her via email
to discuss specific requirements at
trish.hodson@clearchannel.com
www.getlive.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
-
1950 approx
-
Number of Non Transfer wheelchair spaces = 8
- Number of
Transfer seats = 4
- No
viewing platform
Access
This venue operates a DIRECT LINE service
for people with disabilities - you will receive newsletters and are able
to use the direct line to book tickets or discuss your requirements with
the disability liaison officer. To be added to the mailing list
telephone
0117 302 3222
(voice or minicom) or
email
trish.hodson@clearchannel.com
Access
entrance available on Denmark Street
Adapted
toilet situated by the access entrance
Platform lift access to the Stalls Bar
Induction loop system (Stalls and Grand Circle)
Infra Red
system (throughout)
Guide/assistance dogs permitted
Some
shows have a Sign Interpreted performance and Audio Described
performance (contact the venue for times and dates)
No
specific venue car parking
|
| Bristol New Trinity
Centre St. Phillips, Bristol BS2 0NW Tickets
available from Bristol Ticket Shop 0870 44 44
400 http://3ca.org.uk/home/TCA
Capacity
- 500
- Variable wheelchair spaces - Note:
This is a standing venue - NO viewing platform available
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- 2 car parking spaces for blue badge
holders
|
| Bristol Old Vic
King Street, Bristol BS1 4ED
0117 987 7877 Minicom:
0117 926 4388 Queries regarding
access should be directed to the House Manager Julie Jepson on
0117 907 2681 (jjepson@bristol-old-vic.co.uk)
www.bristol-old-vic.co.uk
Main House
Seating Plan
Available to view online
here
Capacity
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar on the
ground floor. No access to the cafe bar on the first
floor
- Infra-red hearing loops available,
headsets should be collected from the Box Office
- Guide/support dogs permitted, staff
will dog sit if preferred
- One signed, one audio described
performance per production
- Touch tours available
- Brochures available on various
formats on request
- 1 car parking space directly outside
the theatre, with a lowered kerb
Ticket Information
All tickets 6.00 for disabled people and
6.00 for a companion
Studio
Seating Plan
Available to view online
here
Capacity
Access
- Infra hearing loops available
- Some signed performances, depending
on the visiting company
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| Bristol
Tobacco Factory Theatre
Raleigh Road, Southville, Bristol BS3 1TF
0117
902 0344 www.tobaccofactory.com
Capacity
- 60 - 350 (variable wheelchair
spaces) - the number varies depending on how each production is
staged - the spaces are normally located within the first 2 rows
- Unreserved seating - If you have any
seating requirements please let the Box Office know
Access
- Ramp into the Box Office area on the
ground floor
- Lift up to the first floor
- Accessible toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
via lift - 25 meter walk to the bar/foyer entrance
- Hearing loops for hearing aid users
available at the Box Office and in the auditorium
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- 1 disabled car parking space
available
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| Bromley Churchill
Theatre High Street, Bromley,
Kent BR1 1HA 0870 060 6620 Minicom:
020 7369 1762
www.churchilltheatre.co.uk
Enquires regarding access should be directed to the Front of House Team
or you can call: 020 8464 7131
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 785 - 10 wheelchair spaces - 9
located at the rear of the circle - 1 located in the
stalls area (not there isn't an accessible toilet at this level)
Access
- Direct access from the foyer to the
circle. This seating area is at the same level as the High
Street
- Accessible toilet available at
Street level - RADAR key required - available from the ticket sales
counter
- There is wheelchair access to the
circle bar via platform lift - staff will bring drinks to you if
preferred
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- Venue ticket sales counter fitted
with a loop system
- Sennheiser hearing system available.
Headsets are subject to a refundable 5.00 deposit and should be
collected from the ticket sales counter
- Selected performances are signed,
audio described and captioned
- Season brochures are available in
audio, large print and Braille on request
- This theatre does not have a car
park, however there are 4 blue badge holder bays in Tetty Way and 5
badge holder bays in Churchill Way - Please note: these spaces
cannot be reserved by the venue. The closest car park is 'The
Hill' - See map below.
Ticket Information
Disabled people and their companion
receive 5.00 off all performances. Wheelchair users purchasing
seats in the circle, wishing to remain in their chair are entitled to a
2 for 1 discount as their companion may need to sit a row in front of
them
Location Information
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| Bromsgrove Artrix
School Drive, Bromsgrove,
Worcestershire B60 1AX
01527 577 330
www.artrix.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
Access
- Adapted toilets available on the
ground and second floor + 2 backstage
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Lift access available to the first
and second floor
- Guide dogs (for the blind and deaf)
permitted
- Hearing loop at the reception
- Infra hearing system in the
auditorium
- 6 car parking spaces for blue badge
holders
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| Buxton Opera House
Water Street, Buxton, Derbyshire
SK17 6XN 0845 1272190
buxton-opera.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 938 seated only (4 wheelchair)
Access
- Access into the theatre is via a
side entrance as the main door has steps, you are asked to inform
the Box Office before your arrival
- Toilet facilities for disabled
patrons
- Infra- red (PIR) system available.
A headset can be reserved at the time of booking
- Large drop off point at the front of
the theatre
- No specific disabled parking bays,
but if you arrive early enough there is free parking in the street
close to the theatre
- Note there is no wheelchair access
into the bar or foyer
Ticket Information
There are concessions available and
essential companions go free - Ask at the Box Office for more details
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| Cambridge Junction
Clifton Way, Cambridge CB1 7GX
01223 511 511 Minicom:
01223 457 567
www.junction.co.uk
Capacity
- A1 (used for clubs & gigs) - 850
(gigs) 1050 (clubs)
- Variable wheelchair spaces
- A2 (used for theatre & dance) - ?
- Variable wheelchair spaces - Please
book in advance
- Raised platforms available for
standing events on request
Access
- Level access (ground floor)
- Wheelchair accessible toilet (Radar
key required)
- Bar access
- Guide/support dogs welcomed - staff
will dog sit if preferred
- Loop system available
- 4 car parking spaces for blue badge
holders
Ticket Information
A free or discounted ticket maybe
available to one companion accompanying a disabled person - Please
contact the Box Office for more information
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| Canterbury Gulbenkian
Theatre University of Kent of
Canterbury, Canterbury Kent CT2 7BN 01227 769
075 www.kent.ac.uk/gulbenkian
Seating Plan
Plan available online
here
Capacity
Access
- Automatic doors to the theatre,
foyer and bar
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access into the bar area
- Induction loops available with a
refundable deposit
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- 15 car parking bays available
Ticket Information
Reduced ticket prices apply for all
disabled people and their companions - Please contact the Box Office for
further information
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| Canterbury Marlowe Theatre
The Friars, Canterbury CT1 2AS
01227 787 787 Minicom:
01227 478 210
www.marlowetheatre.com
Capacity
- 993
- 8 wheelchair spaces (row F)
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access into the bar area
- Sennheiser Infra-red hearing system
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Occasional signed and audio
described performances
- Theatre forecourt suitable for
disabled parking
Ticket Information
Discounts maybe available, please ask
at time of booking
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| Cardiff Sherman Theatre
www.shermantheatre.co.uk
Seating Plan
Main House
Capacity
- Venue 1 (main house) - 468
- 2 wheelchair spaces, via ramp
- Venue 2 (studio theatre) -
163
- 1 wheelchair space, via stair lift
- Venue 3 - 40
- NO wheelchair access due to stairs
Access
- 1 toilet suitable for use by
disabled patrons on the ground floor
- Foyer and bar accessible via ramps -
low level bar available
- Infra red hearing system, headsets
can be used free of charge
- Guide/assistance dogs welcome
- Usher assistance available on
request
- Audio described and signed
performances (call the box office or see the website for more
information)
- Large print, Braille and audio
season brochures available
- Minicom available
- NO venue car park - On street
parking only
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| Chatham Brook Theatre Old Town
Hall, Chatham, Kent ME4 4SE 01634 338 338 Minicom:
01634 880 969
Capacity
- 400
- Main Theatre - 4 wheelchair
spaces
- Studio Theatre - 1 wheelchair
space
Access
- Wheelchair access into the theatre
is via an electronic platform on the main steps or a ramped entrance
on Whiffens Avenue
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
on the ground floor
- Lift access to the theatres and bar
- Infra red hearing system in the main
theatre - Headsets are available from the Box Office
- Loop system fitted in the studio
theatre
- Guide dogs permitted (water bowls
are available)
- No venue car park - However
there is a public car par beside the theatre
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| Chatham Central Theatre 170
High Street, Chatham, Kent ME4 4AS 01634 338 338
Minicom: 01634 880 969
Capacity
Access
- Alternative entrance for wheelchair
users at the side of the building - this is opened 30 minutes before
performances begin
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar/cafe
(from the front of the building this is via 2 stair lifts and a
passenger lift)
- Platform lift tp the stalls
- Guide dogs permitted (water bowls
are available)
- Infra red hearing system - headsets
available from the Box Office
- No venue car park - However,
there is a car park adjacent to the theatre
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| Cheltenham Town Hall
Imperial Square, Cheltenham,
Gloucestershire GL59 1QA 01242 227 979
cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk
Capacity
- 1000 - main hall (up to 50
wheelchair)
- 300 - side room (up to 20
wheelchair)
Access
- 2 accessible toilets
- Loops available in both venues
- Guide/support dogs welcomed
- Parking spaces can be booked in the
rear car park in advance - 3 spaces can normally allocated for each
show (ask about this at the Box Office when booking tickets)
- There are also disabled parking bays
around the perimeter of the building
- The town hall runs a 'Welcome
Scheme' for disabled bookers which offers priority mailing of our
brochures/help with transport/special offers etc
- The town hall is also a part of
Access Arts which aims to increase awareness of the facilities and
opportunities for disabled people within the arts in Gloucestershire
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| Chichester Festival Theatre
Oaklands Park, Chichester, West
Sussex PO19 6AP 01243 781 312
www.cft.org.uk
Seating Plan
Festival Theatre
Minerva Theatre
Capacity
- Festival Theatre - 1206
- 8 wheelchair spaces
- Minerva Theatre - 283
- 2 wheelchair spaces
Access
- Lift access to the auditoria
- Disabled patrons toilet
facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar
areas
- Lift access to the Chic Lounge
in the Minerva Theatre
- Sennheiser system available in
both theatres
- Signed performances - Call the
Box Office for dates
- Guide/assistance dogs welcomed -
please inform the Box Office at the time of booking
- NO - venue parking, but
there is a pay and display cark park close by which has 9 spaces
for blue badge holders
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| Clacton On Sea Princes
Theatre Station Road, Clacton
On Sea, Essex 01255 423 400
www.tendringdc.gov.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 820
- Nine wheelchair spaces
Access
- Disabled toilet facilities
- Flat access from auditorium to the
bar area
- Induction loops
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- 2 disabled car parking spaces
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| Colchester Mercury Theatre
Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex CO1
1PT 01206 573 848
www.mercurytheatre.co.uk
Seating Plan
Main House
Capacity
- Main House 500 - 4 wheelchair spaces
- Studio Theatre 80 - 2 wheelchair
spaces - but more can be accommodated if required as the seating is
not fixed
Access
- Lift access to the second floor
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
available on the ground floor
- Bar access via lift
- Induction loop available at the Box
Office
- Infra red hearing enhancement system
in operation in the main house only - receivers should be booked at
the time of ticket purchase, 5.00 refundable deposit required
- 6 in house shows per year - 1 of
which is signed and audio described. Details of dates are
available at the Box Office
- 6 car parking spaces for disabled
patrons
Ticket Information
Discounts available - Please contact the
Box Office for more information
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| Colwyn Bay Theatr Colwyn
Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy
LL29 7RU 01492 532 668/872 000
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 376
- 3 wheelchair spaces (located at the
rear)
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- No wheelchair access to the
bar area
- No hearing loop system
- No venue car parking
facilities - However, there is a car park across the road which has
2 bays for blue badge holders (this is currently free of charge
after 6pm)
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| Crawley Hawth
Hawth Avenue, Crawley RH10 6YZ
01293 553 636 Minicom:
01293 539418
http://www.hawth.co.uk/
Seating Plan
Theatre (Main House)
The Studio - Seats 11-20 can be removed
Capacity
- Theatre (Main House) - 855 - 6
wheelchair spaces
- Studio - 146 - 6 wheelchair spaces
Access
- Viewing platform available at the
theatre for standing events
- Accessible toilet facilities
- Loops available in both venues and
in the Box Office
- Signed performances arranged
throughout the year
- Audio described performances
arranged throughout the year
- Season brochures available in
Braille, large print and tape. Copies by request from
marketing@hawth.co.uk
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Access into the bar area
- 6 car parking spaces available
Ticket Information
Tickets for people with disabilities are
normally half price. Please contact the Box Office for more
details
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| Crewe Lyceum
Heath Street, Crewe, Cheshire CW1
2DA 01270 537 333
www.lyceumtheatre.net
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 693
- Up to 18 wheelchair spaces
Access
- Lift access to all floors
- Disabled toilets on each level
(other than the bar)
- Wheelchair access to the bar
- Hearing loops installed
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- NOTE: It is company policy at this
venue that all disabled people must have someone able-bodied with
them for safety regulations - a free ticket for this purpose is
available
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| Croydon Fairfield Halls
Park Lane, Croydon, Surrey CR9
1DG 020 8688 9291
http://www.fairfield.co.uk/
Seating Plan
The Concert Hall
Ashcroft Theatre
Accessible seating:
The concert Hall has 11 spaces for
wheelchair users, located in Row W of the centre stalls. This row
is reserved from sale from the general public until 1 week before the
event.
The Ashcroft Theatre has 4 spaces at the
back of the upper stalls.
Capacity
- Concert Hall - 2,000
- Ashcroft Theatre - 700
Access
- Lift access
- Wheelchair accessible toilets at
both venues
- Infra-red hearing system available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Occasional signed performances at
the Ashcroft Theatre
- Car parking available on the
forecourt. You are advised to request a permit at the time of
booking
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| Dorking Halls
Reigate Road, Dorking, Surrey RH4
1SG 01306 881 717
www.dorkinghalls.org/pages/index2.html
Capacity
- 791 (theatre style)
1,108 (standing plus balcony)
10 possible wheelchair spaces in stalls seating
Access
- Platform provided for standing rock
concerts
- Disabled toilets on ground and first
floor
- Infra-red hearing system in
auditoria
- Portable loop system at Box Office
and bar/cafe
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Bar access
- Drop off point outside the main
entrance
- Anyone with specific requirement can
make arrangements in advance by called the Duty Manager on (01306)
879 323
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| Dundee Caird Hall
6, City Square, Dundee DD1 3BG
01382 434 940
http://www.cairdhall.co.uk/
Seating Plan
Capacity
- Maximum capacity of 2000, but can be
be draped to 600
- 9 wheelchair spaces in the stalls
and 4 in the balcony
Access
- Ramped access at the front of the
building
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
on all levels
- Induction loop available
- Guide/support dogs welcome
- Stage and backstage access
- Underground car parking
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| Dundee Whitehall
Theatre Bellfield Street,
Dundee DD1 SJA 01382 322684/322738
www.thewhitehalltheatre.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 741
- 4 wheelchair spaces on row A of the
auditorium
Access
- 2 disabled patron toilets
- Induction loop system fitted
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- No access to the bar - but
there is level access to the coffee/wine bar
- 2 disabled patron car parking spaces
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| Dunfermline Carnegie
Hall
East Port, Dunfermline KY12 7JA
01383 314 000
http://www.carnegiehall.org/
Seating Plan
Capacity
Access
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
facilities
- Loops available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Wheelchair access into the bar area
- 5 car parking bays + 20 beyond the
restricted access barrier, disabled people are allowed to use
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| Durham Gala Theatre
Millennium Place, Durham DH1 1WA
0191 332 4041
www.galadurham.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 500
- 5 wheelchair spaces - 4 in the
stalls, 1 in the circle
Access
- Lifts to the upper levels
- Accessible toilets available
throughout the building
- Sennheiser infra red hearing system
- Headsets available at the Box Office
- Guide/assistance dogs welcomed in
all areas of the theatre
- Wheelchair users should advise the
Box Office staff when booking to ensure they allocate tickets
accordingly
Ticket Information
It is requested that disabled patrons are
accompanied by an able bodied companion - whose ticket will be free of
charge |
| Eastbourne
Congress Theatre Carlisle
Road, Eastbourne BN21 4BP 01323 412 000
www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk
Seating Plan
- Available to view online
here
Capacity
- 1680
- 10+ wheelchair spaces
- Viewing platform available which
seats 8
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Wheelchair access to the stage area
- Infra red hearing system
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- Car parking for blue badge holders
available
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| Eastbourne
Devonshire Park Theatre
Compton Street, Eastbourne BN21 4BP
01323 412
000
www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk
Seating Plan
- Available to view online
here
Capacity
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- No wheelchair access to the
bar area - but service to the seat is available if required
- Infra red hearing system
- Audio description service every
Friday night & Saturday matinee
- Occasional text performances -
Contact the Box Office for more details
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- Car parking for blue badge holders
available
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| Eastbourne Winter
Garden Compton Street,
Eastbourne BN21 4BP 01323 412 000
www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk
Capacity
- 1200
- Variable wheelchair spaces - This is
a flat floor venue, spaces are made available when required
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Wheelchair access to the stage area
- Induction loop available
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- Car parking for blue badge holders
available
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| Eastleigh The Point
Leigh Road, Eastleigh SO50 9DE
023 8065 233
www.thepoint-online.co.uk
Seating Plan
- Available to view online
here (click the info
icon) - D row is suitable for wheelchair users
Capacity
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet
facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar
area
- Loop system available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Large print brochure
available on request
- 2 blue badge holder bays
outside the theatre - but these are for use by the general
public - therefore often filled
Ticket Information
Discounts available - Please
contact the Box Office for more information
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| Edinburgh Festival
Theatre 13-29 Nicolson Street,
Edinburgh EH8 9FT 0131 529 6000
Minicom: 18001 0131 529 6003
www.eft.co.uk
Seating Plan
Available to view online
here
Capacity
- 1900
- 8 wheelchair spaces in the centre
stalls
- VIP Boxes also available at the back
of Grand Circle (via lift)
Access
- Ramped access
- Accessible unisex toilets
- Cafe on ground floor
- Lift access to the bars
- Sennheiser infra red hearing
system - Headsets should be collected from the cloakroom
- Guide/support dogs welcome
- Lift has a voice announcement
- Braille and tactile signs in the
building
- Signed and audio described
performances (including Touch Tours)
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| Edinburgh King's
Theatre 2 Leven Street,
Edinburgh EH3 9LQ 0131 529 6000
Minicom: 18001 0131 529 6003
www.eft.co.uk
Seating Plan
Available to view online
here
Capacity
- 1300
- 4 wheelchair spaces in the stalls
Access
- Ramped access at the side of the
theatre - You are required to notify staff at the Box Office to
gain entry
- Disabled patrons toilet
facilities on stalls level
- No access to the bar -
Staff will bring drinks to you on arrangement before show begins
- Sennheiser infra red hearing
system - Headsets should be collected from the foyer
- Guide/support dogs welcome
- Signed and audio described
performances (including Touch Tours)
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Edinburgh Playhouse
18-22 Greenside Place,
Edinburgh
EH1 3AA
0870 606 3424
Seating Plan
Accessible seating:
Situated in row M of the Grand Circle -
which is accessed from street level
Capacity
- 8 wheelchair spaces - Due to limited
access companions are seated directly behind wheelchair users in row
N, every effort will be made to seat a companion next to the
disabled person if there are medical grounds to do so, but this is
not always possible
Access
- Lower level counter at the Box
Office
- Disabled toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access into the bar
- Sennheiser infra-red system, to
obtain a headset please contact the duty manager on arrival
- Guide/support dogs welcomed, please
advise the theatre when booking
- Occasional signed performances
- No venue parking, but there
is an NCP car park next door
Ticket Information
Concessions are available for many
performances - Contact the Box Office for further information
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| Edinburgh Queen's Hall
Clerk Street, Edinburgh EH8 9JG
0131 668 3456
www.queenshalledinburgh.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- From 750 to 1038
- Variable amount of wheelchair spaces
- This depends on stage set up. Wheelchair users are located
in the centre stalls, normally at the end of rows
Access
- Ramped front entrance/push pad door
- Sloped floor to cafe bar
- Disabled toilet on the ground floor
+ 2 backstage for performers
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Induction loop downstairs
- Seinheiser infra-red system on the
ground floor and in the gallery
- Disabled customers are asked to
mention any particular needs they may have when booking. This
should then be noted and passed to front of house staff prior to the
event
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| Edinburgh Traverse
Theatre Cambridge Street,
Edinburgh EH1 2ED 0131 228 1404
www.traverse.co.uk
Capacity
- Traverse One - from 216 to
270
- 5 wheelchair spaces
- Traverse Two - 106
- 4 wheelchair spaces
- Please note: if you have specific
seating requirements please inform the Box Office at the time of
booking so your needs can be met
Access
- Accessible toilet facilities
available in the foyer and cafe
- Bar cafe access
- Infra-red loop system available in
both theatres
- Guide/support dogs welcomed
- Season programmes available in
Braille, large print and audio tape - Contact the Box Office for
more information
- Productions include one signed and
audio described (including a touch tour) performance where possible
- 6 disabled patron car parking spaces
in proximity to the theatre - Please note these are shared with 2
other venues
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| Edinburgh Usher Hall
Lothian Hall, Edinburgh EH1 2EA
0131 228 1155
www.usherhall.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 2200
- 10 wheelchair spaces at the either
end of the stalls - row Q
- 2 viewing platforms provided for
standing events (please contact the Box Office for more information)
Access
- Box Office entrance of Usher Hall
accessible via ramp
- Disabled toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the stalls bar
- Guide/support dogs welcomed
- Loops available (stalls)
- Brochure covering all events
available in large print, Braille and on tape on request
- 10 disabled car parking spaces
available outside the hall in Grindlay Street
Ticket Information
Discounts may be available - please
contact the Box Office for more information |
| Epsom Playhouse
Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey KT18
5AL 01372 742 555
www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk
Seating Plan
- Available to view online
here
Capacity
- Main auditorium - 406
- 8 wheelchair spaces (4 at either
side of the stage)
- Studio Theatre - 80
- Variable wheelchair spaces as the
area is flexible
Access
- 1 disabled patrons toilet located
off the foyer area on the ground floor
- Wheelchair access to the bar area on
the ground floor
- Sennheiser infra-red loop sets
available - there is a choice of sets to work with or without
hearing aids. These can be booked in advance
- Guide/support dogs permitted, please
inform Box Office staff when booking
- Car parking is available in the
Ashley Centre car park next to the venue. Car parking is free
for blue badge holders. Said badge should be shown at the car
park office once your vehicle is parked. A pass will then be
issued. There is ramped access to the venue from the ground
and lower levels
Ticket Information
Please note: Due to licensing at the
venue all wheelchair users are required to attend with an assistant.
This person will be issued with a free ticket
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| Ewell Bourne Hall
Spring Street, Ewell, Surrey KT17
1UF 020 8393 9571
www.epson-ewell.gov.uk
Capacity
- Main Hall - 360
- Variable wheelchair spaces - seating
can be removed
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar
- Hearing loops available - free of
charge
- Assistance dogs permitted
- Disabled patrons car parking
facilities available
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| Exeter Barnfield
Theatre Barnfield Road,
Exeter, Devon EX1 1SN 01392 270 891
www.barnfieldtheatre.co.uk
Seating Plan
Wheelchair access to the auditorium is
via fire doors on Barnfield Road. Please ask at the Box Office for
entry
Capacity
- Main House - 289
- Bedford Studio - 100
- 2 wheelchair spaces - although at
times (depending on the space being used) more may be available
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
available in the ladies only
- Wheelchair access into the bar
- Hearing loop system available in the
main house
- Guide/support dogs permitted
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| Exeter Northcott
Theatre Stocker Road, Exeter EX4 4QB
01392 493 493
www.northcott-theatre.co.uk
If you have specific
access requirements you can also email:
Andrew.Sinclair@exeter.ac.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 433
- 2 wheelchair spaces - located on the
front row - should be booked in advance
Access
- Level access for wheelchair users
available at the Queens Drive entrance
- Wheelchair lift to the auditorium
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Infra red hearing system - receivers
are available from the ushers kiosk located in the lower foyer - a
returnable 5.00 deposit is required
- Assistance dogs welcome
- Signed and audio described
performances - Please contact the Box Office for more information
- 4 car parking spaces available for
blue badge holders - located at the Queens Drive entrance
Please note: this
venue is due to close in 2007 for redevelopment - this should result in
access for disabled people improving even further - plans include an
increased number of wheelchair spaces, level access at the main entrance
and lift access to all levels of the theatre.
Ticket Information
Some concessions available - Please
contact the Box Office for more information
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| Exeter University
Venues (information kindly
provided by Guild Entertainments)
Guild Box Office, Devonshire House,
Stocker Road, Exeter EX4 4PZ 01392 263 518
(during term-time only)
http://guild.ex.ac.uk/content/guild_entertainments/index.php
Please note the Box Office invites
disabled people to contact them if they wish to attend a show, to ensure
'proper' arrangements are made on the night of a performance
Great Hall
Capacity
- 1800 standing
- 1320 seated
- Wheelchair users can sit on balcony
if desired
Access
- Wheelchair access into venue via
main entrance
- Lift access to the Great Hall and
balcony, staff will assist if required
- Disabled toilets are available but
an escort will be needed to show the way
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Guide/support dogs permitted, but
not advised given the nature of performances
- 3 disabled car parking bays
available
Lemon Grove
Capacity
- 700
standing only
- Variable wheelchair
Access
- Wheelchair access via rear entrance
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Guide/support dogs permitted, but
not advised given the nature of performances
- 1 disabled car parking space - more
can be reserved if Box Office is informed
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| Falmouth Princess
Pavilion Melvill Road,
Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 4AR 01326 211 222
www.princesspavilion.co.uk
Capacity
- 400 seated
- 500 standing
- 6 + wheelchair spaces
- No viewing platform available
for standing events
Access
- Ramped access into the building
- Disabled patrons toilet
facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar
area
- Induction loop
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- 3 designated parking bays for
blue badge holders - more space can be catered for on
arrangement
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| Fareham Fernehall Hall
Osborn Road, Fareham, Hampshire PO16
7DB 01329 231 942
www.fareham.gov.uk
Seating Plan
Accessible seating:
All flat surface seating is removable -
Aisle seats are normally used for wheelchair users
Capacity
- 732 or depending on stage extensions
etc
- Wheelchair spaces as required
Access
- 1 accessible toilet
- Digital hearing loop, ask for
information about this at the Box Office
- Wheelchair access into the bar
area
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- A number of car parking bays
available outside the theatre and a lay-by which blue badge
holders may use
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| Folkestone Leas
Cliff Hall The Leas,
Folkestone, Kent CT20 2DZ 01303 228 600
www.leaschiffhall.co.uk
Capacity
- 1500 standing
- 800 seated
- Adjustable seating for each show so
the venue can accommodate as many wheel users as possible
- Please check on the facilities
available for standing events when booking
Access
- 1 disabled patrons toilet, level
with the main hall
- 2 bars which are wheelchair
accessible
- Hearing loops are available for all
performances as long as staff are made aware of this prior to the
show in question
- Pay and display car park available
which includes bays for blue badge holders
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| Glamorgan St
Donats Arts Centre
St Donats Castle, Vale of Glamorgan,
CF61 1WF
01446 799 100
www.stdonats.com/index.htm
Capacity
- Tythe Barn Theatre - 230
- 2 wheelchair spaces
Access
- Disabled toilet facilities (accessed
via a lift)
- Lift to all floors
- Wheelchair access to the bar
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Loop system due to be installed
shortly
- 3 disabled car parking bays
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| Glasgow ABC1 & ABC2
300 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow G2
3JA 0141 332 2232 ext 5
www.abcglasgow.com
Capacity
-
ABC1 - 1250 -
6 Wheelchair - A permanent viewing platform
is available for wheelchair users. This facility does not need
to be requested in advance.
-
ABC2 - 350 - NO viewing platform available
The
ABC is a
standing only
/ general admission venue but on occasion a promoter may hire seating
for his/her event
Access
-
There is street level access into the venue
-
Lift access to all floors
-
Smaller lift available for access to ABC2
-
There are disabled toilets in both ABC1 and ABC2
-
There is wheelchair access to all the bars in the ABC1 and ABC2 -
lowered bars in both the ABC 1 and ABC2
-
Guide/assistance dogs are permitted
Ticket Information
If a wheelchair user or disabled badge holder
is buying a ticket for an event they only need to buy one ticket which
allows them and a companion into the venue - Please call the Box Office
for more information
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| Glasgow Royal
Concert Hall
2, Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow G2
3NY 0141 353 8000
grch.com
Capacity
- 2000 seats in the main auditorium (8
wheelchair)
- 500 seats in the Strathclyde Suite
Access
- There are 7 accessible toilets in
all - spread across all levels.
- Loops are available (in both
auditoriums and at the box office counter)
- Guide/support dogs are permitted
- There is full access into the bars,
restaurant and cafe
- More details can be found
here
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| Glasgow SECC
Glasgow
G3 8YW 0870 040 4000
secc.co.uk
Capacity
- 9500 - main hall - main concert
arena (52 wheelchair)
- 3000 - Clyde Auditorium (18
wheelchair)
Access
- Accessible toilets
- A loop system is available in
the Clyde Auditorium only
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Bar area accessible
- There are disabled parking bays in
the car parks nearest the building - but the number changes from
event to event
- A text phone booking service is
available
- What's On Guide available in large
print and audio on request
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| Glasgow The Arches
253, Argyle Street, Glasgow G2 8DL
0870 240 7528
www.thearches.co.uk
Capacity
- Theatre - 104 (8 wheelchair
spaces)
- Gigs - 800 (variable
wheelchair) - viewing platform available which can hold around 10
people
- Club - 2000
Access
- This venue is spread over two levels
- Lifts available
- Cafe/bar and restaurant access via
lift
- Adapted toilets with RADAR locks
- Induction loop fitted in the theatre
space
- Guide/support dogs permitted
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| Glenrothes Rothes
Halls Rothes Square, Kingdom
Centre, Glenrothes, Fife KY7 5NX
01592 611 101
www.rotheshalls.org.uk
Capacity
- Hall A
- 1500 standing
- 616 seated
- variable wheelchair spaces - front
row seating removed as required
- Viewing gallery available for
standing events - this can accommodate up to 10 wheelchair users
- Hall B
- 250 standing
- 212 seated
- variable wheelchair spaces - front
row seating removed as required
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
available in all toilet blocks on the ground floor
- Unisex toilets also available on
both floors
- Bar areas on the ground floor
wheelchair accessible
- Induction loops fitted in both halls
- Guide/support dogs welcomed - water
bowl available at the reception
- 5 car parking spaces immediately
outside the main entrance + others on the ground floor of the
adjacent multi story car park
- Audio versions of main season
programmes available
Ticket Information
Discounts available - Please contact the
box office for more information
Carers Go Free Scheme in operation on
most shows and events |
| Gloucester New
Olympus Theatre 162-166 Barton
Street, Gloucester GL1 4EU 01452 507 549
www.newolympustheatre.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 380
- 8 wheelchair spaces (6 located at
the front of the stalls and 2 at the back)
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Hearing loop system available
- Guide/support dogs welcomed
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| Goole The Gate
Goole Town Council, 17-23 Gladstone
Terrace, Goole DN14 5AQ 01405 763 652
www.thegategoole.com
Capacity
- 80-100
- 10 wheelchair spaces can be made
available. If the raked theatre seating is used, wheelchair
users are accommodated on the front row.
Access
- One unisex accessible toilet
available
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- Large print brochure available on
request
- 2 car parking spaces available for
blue badge holders
- No induction loop
Ticket Information
A discount priced can be claimed for
disabled patrons - A personal assistant may attend free of charge.
Please contact the Box Office for more details.
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| Gorleston Pavilion
Gorleston-On-Sea, Great Yarmouth,
Norfolk NR31 6PP 01493 662 832
www.gorlestonpavilion.co.uk
Capacity
- 300
- Variable wheelchair spaces - This
venue has cabaret style seating around candlelit tables.
Chairs can be added/removed as required
Access
- This venue is on one level and most
areas are wheelchair accessible
- Disabled patron toilet facilities
available
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- No loop system installed as
yet, but the venue is currently raising funds for one in the coming
year
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- No venue car parking - but
spaces maybe available directly outside
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| Grimsby Auditorium
Cromwell Road, Grimsby DN31 2BH
0870 0602331
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 1200 seated
- 2000 standing
- 12 wheelchair spaces
- Viewing platform available for
standing events, please contact the venue for more information
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access into the bar area
- Induction loops available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- 22 car parking bays
|
| Guildford Electric
Theatre
Onslow Street, Guildford, Surrey
GU1 4SZ 01483 444 789
www.electrictheatre.co.uk
Seating Plan
Seats on the front row (The front row
is Row C - Rows A & B are either used as orchestra pit or covered up for
the majority of the performances) are removable in pairs to accommodate
wheelchair users
Capacity
- 180 seats
(or 210 if the orchestra pit is used for additional seating)
A
maximum of 10 wheelchair users can be catered for along the front
row - if accompanying people sit behind
Access
- Disabled
patrons toilet facilities
-
Wheelchair access into the bar area
- Infra-red
Senheisser headphones system. Headphones available from the box
office
-
Guide/support dogs are permitted
-
4 disabled
car parking bays but other spaces often available if necessary
-
Please contact box office prior to
any special requirements
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|
Halifax Square Chapel Centre for the Arts
10 Square Road, Halifax HX1 1QG
01422 349 422
www.squarechapel.co.uk
Capacity
- 300 (this is inclusive of performers
and staff members)
- Variable wheelchair spaces - number
dependent on particular performances - spaces are normally located
on the front row - if in doubt ask at time of booking
Access
- Wheelchair lift available to take
disabled visitors upstairs to the auditorium - this takes 5 minutes
- 1 accessible toilet available
- Wheelchair access to the bar on the
ground floor
- Induction loop installed in the
auditorium
- Guide/assistance dogs welcomed - a
bowl of water can also be provided on request
- 2 car parking spaces available for
disabled patrons - These spaces need to be reserved at the time of
booking
Ticket Information
Concessionary rates available for
disabled people - and a free ticket for a carer if requested |
| Halifax Victoria
Theatre
Wards End, Halifax HX1 1BU
01422 351 158
calderdale.gov.uk
Capacity
- 1568 for seated concerts and 1860
for standing concerts.
- a minimum of 6 wheelchair spaces
available for each performance - but we evaluate each performance on
an individual basis.
Access
-
There is level access
into the building via a new entrance on Commercial Street.
There is both a ramp and a lift in the foyer if disabled customers
would rather come into the building through the box office.
-
A disabled persons
toilet facility on the stalls level.
-
There is wheelchair
access into the bar at stalls level.
-
The stalls area has a
loop system, and we are currently investigating a loop system for
the circle and balcony levels.
-
Guide/support dogs are
permitted in the venue and has a number of water bowls for them.
-
NO viewing platform at
present, but hope to have one in place in the next 12 months subject
to approval from the Health and Safety Section and the Fire Officer.
-
NO parking facilities
which are specifically for the venue. There are 6 disabled
persons car parking spaces directly outside the venue but cannot
guarantee their use for their customers.
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| Harlech Theatr Ardudwy
Harlech, Gwynedd LL46 2PU
01766 780 667
www.theatrardudwy.co.uk
Seating Plan
- Available to view online
here
- Front row seats are detachable and
can be moved to accommodate up to 6 wheelchair users
Capacity
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet
facilities accessed via lift to the first floor
- Wheelchair access to the bar
via lift
- Infra red hearing system
- Guide/assistance dogs
permitted
- 2 car parking spaces for
blue badge holders
|
| Harlow Playhouse
Playhouse Square, Harlow, Essex CM20
1LS 01279 431 945 Mincom:
01279 435 641
www.playhouseharlow.com
Seating Plan
Capacity
- Main House - 419 - 4 wheelchair
spaces (blocks D & E)
- Studio - 120 - Variable wheelchair
spaces depending on stage set up
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access into the bar area
- Hearing loop system available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- No venue parking - but there
is a car park nearby
|
| Harrogate
International Centre
Kings Road, Harrogate, North
Yorkshire HG1 5LA 01423 537 230
harrogateinternationalcentre.com
Capacity
- 2000 - with a maximum of 8
wheelchair spaces
Access
- Can accommodate up to eight
wheelchair users. These spaces are located at the front of
Block H of the auditorium
- 15 free designated car parking bays
for blue badge holders. These are within easy access of the
lift which takes customers to all the venue facilities
- 3 accessible toilets
- Induction loops available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Wheelchair access into the bar - and
if you experience any difficulties you are able to consume food and
drink in the auditorium - ignore notices that may suggest otherwise!
- In the unlikely event of an
emergency evacuation there is lift access out of the building for
wheelchair users
The Harrogate
International Centre welcome your suggestions on how they can improve
their services for disabled people. Send your comments and
feedback to:
THE QUALITY SERVICE
MANAGER - 01423 537213
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| Hartlepool Town
Hall Theatre Raby Road,
Hartlepool TS24 8AH 01429 890 000
www.destinationhartlepool.com
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 400
- 14 wheelchair spaces located on row
A
Access
- Disabled patrons unisex toilet
situated in the theatre foyer
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Hearing loop system in the foyer and
main auditorium
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Please note: The doors to the
theatre can be difficult to open, staff will assist if required
- No official car parking -
although there maybe room at the front of the theatre for up to 5
cars
|
| Hayes Beck Theatre
Grange Road, Hayes, Middlesex UB3
2UE 020 8561 8371
Seating Plan
Capacity
Access
- Ramped access into the foyer and
auditorium
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
in the foyer area
- Wheelchair access available to the
bar and bistro areas
- Loop system available for all
performances
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
(front row only)
- 2 car parking bays for blue badge
holders close to the theatre entrance
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| Hereford Courtyard
Edgar Street, Hereford HR4 9JR
08701 122
330
www.courtyard.org.uk
Capacity
- Main House - 400 - 3
wheelchair spaces
- Studio - 140 - 2 wheelchair
spaces
Access
- Adapted toilet facilities on every
floor
- Access to the bar and restaurant
- Infra red loop system in the Main
House only
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- Audio description and signed
performances - Contact the Box Office for information
- 4 allocated disabled bays available
within the venue pay and display car park. Parking is free of
charge in these bays if a blue badge is displayed
|
| Hitchin Queen
Mother Theatre Hitchin,
Hertfordshire 01462 455 166
www.queenmothertheatre.org.uk
Capacity
- 171
- 6 wheelchair spaces - at floor level
Access
- Automatic entrance doors
- Lowered counter at the Box Office
- Widened doors into the auditorium
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities -
adjacent to the auditorium
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Induction loop available in the
auditorium
- NO smoking policy
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| Hornchurch Queen's
Theatre Billet Lane,
Hornchurch RM11 1QT 01708 443 333
If you have specific access requirements you can
also contact the venue access co-ordinator James McCully via
james@queens-theatre.co.uk
www.queens-theatre.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 4 wheelchair spaces in row E
Access
- Please inform the Box Office staff
of any requirements at the time of booking
- Slope to the main entrance
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
located in the South Foyer and bar and cafe - these require a RADAR
key, which are held with front of house staff, at the Box Office,
kiosk, cafe & bar, stage door and South Foyer lobby
- Wheelchair access to the cafe and
bar area, via a lift
- Induction loop fitted at the Box
Office
- Guide/assistance dogs welcomed
- Sennheiser infra red system in
operation
- Signed performances - see website
for details/email
access@queens-theatre.co.uk
- Audio described performances - see
website for details/email
access@queens-theatre.co.uk
- 3 car parking spaces for blue badge
holders located at the front of the building. There is also a
lowered kerb from the road to the pavement
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| Horsham Capitol
North Street, Horsham, West Sussex
RH12 1RG 01403 750 220
www.thecapitolhorsham.com
Seating Plan
Capacity
- Theatre - 423 - 3 permanent
wheelchair spaces - additional ones can be provided if necessary -
situated at the end of Row E
- Studio - 84 - 6 wheelchair
spaces
Access
- Wheelchair access to all areas
including the bar
- Wheelchair access backstage and a
dressing room is available with disabled patron facilities
- Toilet facilities for disabled
patrons available on the ground and first floors
- Infra-red sound enhancement in all
auditorium and a choice of 3 types of headsets available
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- 6 car parking spaces for blue badge
holders adjacent to the building
|
| Howden Park Centre
Howden, Livingston, West Lothian EH5
4AE 01506 433 634
Capacity
Access
- Lift access to the theatre - this is
a 1 person lift
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Induction loop available in the
theatre
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted
- 7 car parking spaces for blue badge
holders
|
| Huddersfield Town Hall
Ramsden Street, Huddersfield West
Yorkshire HD1 2TA
01484 223 200
Seating Plan
Capacity
- Up to a maximum of 1200
- 10 wheelchair spaces in the stalls
- No viewing platform available
for standing events
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access into the ground
floor bar
- Induction loop available
- Guide/support dogs permitted
|
| Hull Arena
Kingston Street, Kingston upon Hull
HU1 2DZ 01482 325 252
www.hullcc.gov.uk/leisure/hull_arena.php
Seating Plan
Standing event plan:
Capacity
- 3700 - seated and standing concert
- Viewing platform available for
standing/seated events, which is normally placed in the middle of
the ice pad. This can accommodate 3 wheelchair users and 3
companions
- 2500 - all seated
- Aisle seats are removed for
wheelchair users at all seated events
Access
- 3 disabled toilets in the main arena
and 1 on the first floor
- Wheelchair access to the bar via a
lift near reception
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- 4 designated parking spaces - a
further 2 are to be added in the near future
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| Hull City Hall
Victoria
Square, Hull HU1 3RQ 01482 226 655
hullcc.gov.uk
Capacity
- 1450 (12 wheelchair) - At the
rear of the hall
Access
- There are 2 accessible toilets (with
a toilet seat raiser)
- A Senheiser System
- Guide/support dogs permitted
- There is access into the Victoria
Bar - this is via a lift - However, please be aware that there this
area is not protected with a refuse area, therefore in the case of
emergency evacuation would be by an evac chair
|
| Hull Truck Theatre
Spring Street, Hull HU2 8RW
01482 323 638
www.hulltruck.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
- 290
- 2 wheelchair spaces - and 2
companion seats - located on the front row and front side block
Access
- Disabled patrons toilet facilities
- Wheelchair access to the bar area
- Regular signed performances of all
in-house produced productions - Please contact the Box Office for
dates
- Guide/assistance dogs permitted -
water can be provided
Ticket Information
Discounts sometimes available - Please
contact the Box Office for more information |
| Hunstanton
Princess Theatre
The Green, Hunstanton, Norfolk
PE36 5AH 01485 532 252
princesstheatrehunstanton.co.uk
Seating Plan
Capacity
Access
-
6 wheelchair spaces - early booking is
recommended
-
Accessible toilets
-
Lower level Box Office counter
-
An infra-red sound enhancement system has been
installed for use with or without a hearing aid
-
Large Print Brochures available on request.
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