Tag: Manchester

  • Fairfield Social Club, Manchester

    Fairfield Social Club, Manchester

    Address:

    6 Irk Street, Manchester, M4 4JT

    Website:

    https://fscmcr.co.uk/accessibility

    Promotions:

    Futureshock

    Step-free access?

    The main entrance is flush with the pavement, and there’s a sloped entrance beyond that. The mezzanine is only accessible via stairs, but the ground floor is all step-free. It’s worth noting, though, that Irk Street is a cobbled street, which may present some difficulty.

    Seating available?

    Yes.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    Yes – chairs can be moved, so wheelchair users can choose their space. The bars are also wheelchair accessible.

    Accessible toilets?

    There’s one inside The Shed; the toilets in The Club courtyard have a step up.

    Car parking nearby?

    There’s no car park at the venue, but NCP Manchester on Gould Street is 0.2 miles away, and Bankpark on Gould Street is 0.1 miles away. Both car parks are open 24 hours, but don’t have designated accessible spaces.

    Passengers can be dropped off in front of the venue, but there’s no drop curb here.

    Air conditioning?

    TBC.

    Helpful staff?

    Yes.

    Other info:

    It’s worth emailing info@fscmcr.co.uk if you’re planning to go, so they can be prepared for any accessibility issues you might have.

    Dogs, including service dogs, are welcome in the venue.

  • The Union @ MMU, Manchester

    The Union @ MMU, Manchester

    Address:

    21 Higher Cambridge St, Manchester, M15 6AD

    Website:

    https://www.theunionmmu.org/

    Promotions:

    Futureshock

    Step-free access?

    Yes, there’s a ramp up to the entrance and a passenger lift to every floor.

    Seating available?

    TBC.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    TBC.

    Accessible toilets?

    Yes.

    Car parking nearby?

    Yes, there’s a car park associated with the University, with blue badge spaces available.

    Air conditioning?

    TBC.

    Helpful staff?

    TBC.

  • Pendlebury Social Club, Manchester

    Pendlebury Social Club, Manchester

    Address:

    609 Bolton Road, Pendlebury, M27 4EJ

    Website:

    https://www.facebook.com/PendleburyClub

    Promotions:

    Salford City Wrestling.

    Step-free access?

    Yes.

    Seating available?

    Yes.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    Yes – if you buy an accessible ticket, Salford City Wrestling will be in touch to make sure you’re accommodated.

    Accessible toilets?

    Yes.

    Car parking nearby?

    Yes, behind venue is a car park

    Air conditioning?

    No

    Helpful staff?

    Yes

  • The Bread Shed, Manchester

    The Bread Shed, Manchester

    Address:

    The Bread Shed @ The Flour & Flagon, 126 Grosvenor Street, Manchester, M1 7HL

    Website:

    https://www.instagram.com/thebreadshed.mcr/

    Promotions:

    CATCH:Pro-Wrestling, MDRN NMD

    Step-free access?

    Yes.

    Seating available?

    Depends on the layout, but generally yes.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    Not distinctly marked but chairs can be moved.

    Accessible toilets?

    Yes.

    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?

    No.

    Helpful staff?

    TBC

    Other info:

    The entrance into the venue used to be via the bar, but we’ve been told it’s now changed to the side door.

  • 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.”