Tag: Venues

  • 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.

  • Stockport Masonic Guildhall, Stockport

    Stockport Masonic Guildhall, Stockport

    Address:

    169 Wellington Road South, Stockport, Cheshire SK1 3UA

    Website:

    https://stockport-guildhall.co.uk/

    Promotions:

    Futureshock.

    Step-free access?

    TBC.

    Seating available?

    TBC.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    TBC.

    Accessible toilets?

    TBC.

    Car parking nearby?

    There is a car park, accessed via Brentnall Street, but the website advises that parking availability varies depending on the event.

    Air conditioning?

    TBC.

    Helpful staff?

    We reached out to ask questions about accessibility access almost a year ago and haven’t received a response.

  • Millthorpe School, York

    Millthorpe School, York

    Address:

    Millthorpe School, Nunthorpe Ave, York YO23 1WF

    Website:

    https://millthorpeschool.co.uk/

    Promotions:

    True Grit.

    Step-free access?

    Yes.

    Seating available?

    Yes. Seating is tiered though, so some seats are up steps – and seats aren’t allocated.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    Yes.

    Accessible toilets?

    Yes.

    Car parking nearby?

    Yes, there’s a car park at the school.

    Air conditioning?

    TBC.

    Helpful staff?

    Yes.

  • Cloud Nine and The Lounge, Barrow-in-Furness

    Cloud Nine and The Lounge, Barrow-in-Furness

    Address:

    5-15 Dalkeith St, Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 1SP

    Website:

    https://theloungecloud9.com/

    Promotions:

    Knockout Wrestling

    Step-free access?

    No – shows are on the first floor, and there’s no ramp access.

    Seating available?

    Yes, and people with accessibility issues get early entry to find appropriate seating.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    No – wheelchairs cannot access the venue.

    Accessible toilets?

    TBC.

    Car parking nearby?

    Yes, there’s on street parking available nearby.

    Air conditioning?

    TBC.

    Helpful staff?

    Yes, they’ve always been helpful and approachable.

  • Project House, Leeds

    Project House, Leeds

    Address:

    Armley Road, Leeds, LS12 2DR

    Website:

    https://projecthouselds.com/

    Promotions:

    NORTH.

    Step-free access?

    Yes. The venue is all ground level, and ramped.

    Seating available?

    Yes.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    Yes.

    Accessible toilets?

    Yes – the toilet uses a RADAR key, and staff can assist if you don’t have your own.

    Car parking nearby?

    Yes, there’s a dedicated car park. It’s not completely level and involves gravel, but we’ve seen several wheelchair users navigating it without issue.

    Air conditioning?

    TBC.

    Helpful staff?

    Yes!

  • Liverpool Irish Centre, Liverpool

    Liverpool Irish Centre, Liverpool

    Address:

    Liverpool Irish Centre, 6 Boundary Lane, Liverpool, L6 5JG

    Website:

    https://www.liverpoolirishcentre.org

    Promotions:

    Off The Page

    Step-free access?

    Yes. The main entrance has ramps and assistance rails.

    Seating available?

    Yes.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    Yes.

    Accessible toilets?

    TBC

    Car parking nearby?

    There’s a car park at the venue, with two designated accessible bays.

    Air conditioning?

    No.

    Helpful staff?

    Yes.

  • CONTENT, Liverpool

    CONTENT, Liverpool

    Address:

    Cairns Brewery Village, Liverpool, L8 5XJ

    Website:

    https://contentliverpool.co.uk/

    Promotions:

    Atomic Pro Wrestling

    Step-free access?

    Yes. The bar itself is one step up, but a ramp is provided. There’s also the option to have a drinks runner.

    Seating available?

    Yes, seating is assigned.

    Wheelchair spaces provided?

    Yes.

    Accessible toilets?

    Yes.

    Car parking nearby?

    The pay & display car park for the Cairns Brewery Village is close by. There’s also plenty of free on-street parking along Grafton Street, Stanhope Street, and Caryl Street.

    Air conditioning?

    TBC

    Helpful staff?

    Atomic’s staff are always brilliant.