accessible stalls/balcony

viewing platform

accessible toilets

accessible bar/restaurant

guide/support dogs permitted

infra red hearing system/loop available

car parking

Venue:

Capacity:

Facilities

Venue:

Capacity:

Facilities

Barnstaple Queens Theatre

700 (2 wheelchair)

Basingstoke Anvil

960 - 1400 (6 wheelchair)

Basingstoke Haymarket Theatre

446 (7 wheelchair)

Bath Theatre Royal

Theatre Royal - 850 (8 wheelchair) Ustinov Studio - 140 (2 wheelchair)

Birmingham Hippodrome

1847 (20 wheelchair)

Blackpool Grand Theatre

INFRA

Bolton Albert Halls

Largest Hall 673 (6 wheelchair)

Bradford Alhambra Theatre

1482 (6 wheelchair)

Bradford St Georges Hall

1482 (6 wheelchair)

Brentwood Theatre

88-176 (variable wheelchair)*

This venue closes in September 2005 for refurbishment

Buxton Opera House

938 (4 wheelchair)

Please note: This venue closes on 17th February 2006 - until November for refurbishment

(8 wheelchair)

Main House 400 (3 wheelchair), Studio 93 (2 wheelchair)

Closed for

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

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

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

Capacity

• Information hopefully coming from venue shortly...

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

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

Bondgate Without, Alnwick, Northumberland NE66 1PQ 01665 510 785 www.alnwickplayhouse.co.uk

Seating Plan

Capacity

• 262
• 6 wheelchair spaces

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

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 Downs, Torquay, Devon TQ1 3LU 01803 328 325 www.babbacombe-theatre.com

Capacity

• 600
• 4 wheelchair spaces

Access

• Disabled patrons toilet facilities available
• Guide/support dogs permitted

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

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

Wote Street, Basingstoke RG21 7NW 01256 465 566 haymarket.org.uk

Seating Plan

Capacity

• 446
• 7 wheelchair spaces

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• 1371
• 8 wheelchair spaces

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

Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 4TB 0870 730 1234 Minicom: 0121 689 3011 briminghamhippodrome.com

Capacity

• 1847 (20 wheelchair)

Access

• Accessible toilet
• Loop system available
• Guide/support dogs permitted
• Wheelchair access into the bar area

Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2EA Disabled patrons booking line: 0121 780 4949 Minicom: 0121 644 6140 www.necgroup.co.uk/visitor/symphonyhall

Capacity

• 2266
• Can accommodate up to 56 wheelchair users

Access

• Disabled patrons toilet facilities available on level 3 (radar key required) and level 5
• Bar access
• Infra red hearing system fitted.  Headsets are available free of charge and can be collected from the gift desk
• Guide/support dogs welcomed - staff will dog sit if preferred
• Tactile signage fitted in all lifts
• Events diary available in large print, Braille and on audio cassette - call 0121 428 5055 - The Focus Resource Centre to request a copy
• There are a limited number of car parking spaces for blue badge holders situated outside the ICC - Please note that these places must be booked in advance and priority is given to disabled drivers.  To book a space call 0121 644 6006 - Your badge number and car registration details will be required
• Spaces are also available in Bay B on Cambridge Street and in the NIA North car park

Ticket Information

Discounts are available for disabled people with a companion please call the disabled patrons booking line for more information

33, Church Street, Blackpool FY1 1HT 01253 290 190 www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Seating Plan

Capacity

• 1200
• 4 wheelchair spaces & seats available for those able to transfer

Access

• Disabled toilet facilities in stalls area and studio
• Bar access (stalls and studio only)
• Induction loops available in main house and studio
• Guide/support dogs permitted
• Full access guide to the theatre due for publication in April 2005
• Season brochures available on audio c.d. and large print (downloadable from the website)

Ticket Information

Please contact the Box Office regarding discounts

Victoria Square, Bolton BL1 1YZ 01204 334 400 alberthalls-bolton.co.uk

Capacity

• Largest Hall - 673
• 6 wheelchair spaces - Normally these are at either end of the first three rows - or, if the hall is set out differently, at one end of the first six rows

Access

• Accessible toilet
• Guide/support dogs permitted
• Wheelchair access into the bar area

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

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

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

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

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

• 1482 (6 wheelchair)

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

Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire BD1 1JS 01274 752 000 House Manager: 01274 752 375 bradford-theatres.co.uk

Capacity

• 1482 (6 wheelchair)

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

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

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

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

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

29 New Road, Brighton BN1 1UG 01273 709 709 www.brighton-dome.org.uk

Capacity

• Theatre/Concert format - 320-570
• Standing 1200