At Quingo Scooters we know how important it is to be able to go out and enjoy yourself without having to worry about the accessibility of a venue. When you’ve booked your event, whether it be a music concert or other kind of performance, it’s great to be able to look forward to it with no worries about your mobility scooter!
There are some great accessible arenas up and down the UK, and in this post we’ve put together some of the best so that you can get booking your next event!
Manchester Arena
The third largest arena in the European Union, Manchester Arena has a capacity of 21,000. It’s rare that a UK tour by major artists misses out this northern venue! Manchester Arena is dedicated to providing facilities to assist customers with access requirements. These include:
- A box office window with a lowered counter and loop system
- Concession stands with lowered counters
- At least one accessible toilet in each set of facilities
- Lift access to the NCP car park and Victoria Station
There is also an Accessibility Team at Manchester Arena who you should contact to purchase your tickets from directly. With the team you can share any requirements you may have and get any other information you need to book your accessible seats. The team can be reached on 0161 950 5229, or if you’re local you can pop down to the box office in person. Alternatively, there is information online regarding accessibility at the arena.
Wembley Arena
Moving down South, The SSE Wembley Arena is always host to the most popular concerts from the most famous artists. With 12,500 seats, it is London’s second biggest arena after The O2. The arena has 25 accessible spaces within the auditorium and a number of seats for accompanying adults. Accessible facilities include:
- Dropped counter positions to assist mobility scooter users
- Blue badge car parking located near the entrance
- Fully accessible restaurant and hospitality areas accessible via a lift
- Accessible toilets located centrally
More information about how to book your accessible ticket for your chosen concert can be found on the accessibility page of the Wembley Arena website. You’ll also find seating plans and box office information here.
Echo Arena Liverpool
The Echo Arena in Liverpool is said to have been ‘designed with accessibility in mind’. A purpose built venue for live music, comedy performances and sporting events, Echo Arena is located on the former King’s Dock. Some of the many accessible features of the arena include:
- Accessible drop off points and accessible seating bays
- Lifts in the car park which feature mirrors to make reversing easier
- More than ten accessible toilets
- A personal assistance scheme – your personal assistant gets a complimentary ticket to the event
Booking accessible tickets couldn’t be easier at the Echo Arena, simply get in touch with the arena’s dedicated accessibility team. They can be reached on 0344 335 0437, or by visiting the TicketQuarter in person if you’re local. Additional accessibility information can also be found on the Echo Arena website.
About Quingo
The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. New models are now available from just £22/week on our new contract hire scheme which includes all servicing and maintenance, Insurance, Roadside Recovery, Call Outs and Consumables including Batteries and Tyres. For more information on this or the latest Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any Service questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.
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