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Category: Venues

  • The Deaf Institute, Manchester

    The Deaf Institute, Manchester

    Address:

    135 Grosvenor St, Manchester, M1 7HE

    Website:

    https://www.thedeafinstitute.co.uk

    Promotions:

    CATCH:Pro-Wrestling

    Step-free access?

    No. Because it’s a listed building, no accommodations can be made to allow for wheelchair access.

    The venue’s website states that assistance can be offered helping customers up and down the stairs, if it’s safe to do so.

    Seating available?

    Reserved seating is available on request – email in advance to arrange it.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    The venue is not wheelchair accessible.

    Accessible toilets?

    TBC

    Car parking nearby?

    Very limited street parking around the venue. Pritchard Street Arch 24-hour car park is approx 0.4 miles away.

    Air conditioning?

    TBC

    Helpful staff?

    TBC

    Other info:

    A Carers Ticket Scheme is available but with very specific requirements: if you require full time assistance you can claim a complimentary ticket for your personal carer/assistant, but you will need to provide them with recent DLA letters showing your current level of care or mobility.

    They will also discuss access requirements if you are not in receipt of DLA – again, you’ll have to email in advance. The scheme is run on a first come, first served basis, so get in touch early for busy shows.

  • O2 Ritz, Manchester

    O2 Ritz, Manchester

    Address:

    Whitworth Street West, Manchester, M1 5NQ

    Website:

    https://www.academymusicgroup.com/o2ritzmanchester

    Promotions:

    Progress.

    Step-free access?

    Wheelchair access is available, and you’ll get priority access into the venue – find a member of staff when you arrive (usually, they’ll find you first!)

    Seating available?

    Yes.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    Yes, plus a lowered bar.

    Accessible toilets?

    Yes.

    Car parking nearby?

    There’s street parking nearby on Whitworth Street West and Great Marlborough Street, as well as several multi-storey car parks on surrounding streets.

    Air conditioning?

    TBC

    Helpful staff?

    Yes.

    Other info:

    If you need a carer ticket, this is all arranged via the venue and not when you buy your ticket from Progress. You’ll need an Access Card, or fill out a form ahead of time, to qualify for that free carer ticket.

    The website says guide dogs are welcome, with Braille and large text materials available on request. There’s an emergency/medical room available on site too.

    What people told us:

    “O2 Ritz staff couldn’t be more helpful. They showed me where the disabled loo was, told me the ways I can get in and out, and offered assistance if needed without prompt.”

  • Fusion, Liverpool

    Fusion, Liverpool

    Address:

    17-21 Fleet Street, Liverpool, L1 4AR

    Website:

    https://fusionliverpool.com/

    Promotions:

    TNT Extreme Wrestling

    Step-free access?

    Yes.

    Seating available?

    Limited VIP seating and booths.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    Promoter can arrange for spaces.

    Accessible toilets?

    Venue has an accessible toilet but this can be blocked by the hardcam setup.

    Car parking nearby?

    Not directly outside, but Q-Park Hanover Street is 0.1 miles away.

    Air conditioning?

    Only in very specific areas.

    Helpful staff?

    The venue replied to our email but didn’t answer our questions.

  • Cathays Community Centre, Cardiff

    Cathays Community Centre, Cardiff

    Address:

    36-38 Cathays Terrace, Cardiff CF24 4HX

    Website:

    https://cathays.org.uk/

    Promotions?

    Attack! Pro Wrestling

    Step-free access?

    The front of the building has a drop-curb, and the venue has a wide entrance, plus a large front door to the cafe and main reception. Hallways are wide with ramps for wheelchairs, and double doors to both main halls and the main hall reception area.

    Seating available?

    TBC

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    TBC

    Accessible toilets?

    There’s an accessible toilet with a hoist available (personal carer required).

    Car parking nearby?

    No dedicated car park. Limited parking directly outside, with street parking nearby. There’s a 15-minute drop-off point next to the bus stop outside.

    Air conditioning?

    TBC

    Helpful staff?

    TBC

    What people told us:

    “Cathays Community Centre has great accessibility.”