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O2 Academy Glasgow

121 Eglinton Street, Glasgow, G5 9NT

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Location

  • The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
  • The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
  • The nearest mainline station is Central Station.

Parking

  • The venue does not have its own car park.

Outside Access (Eglinton Court)

  • There is level access into the venue.
  • The main doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are double width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in) wide.
  • Comments View
    • This entrance gives access to the viewing platform, bar and toilets.

Outside Access (Eglinton Street)

  • There is not level access into the venue.
  • The main doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are double width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in) wide.

Level Change (Eglinton Street)

  • There is not a ramp or slope to access this service.
  • There are steps to access this area / service.
  • There is / are 1 step(s) to the area / service.
  • The steps are shallow.
  • The steps do not have handrails.
  • Comments View
    • Once inside the venue there are 4 medium, well marked steps with handrails both sides to access the upper level of the foyer.

Reception

  • The reception desk is medium height.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • Staff are trained to use system.

Inside Access

  • There is not level access to the service.
  • Lighting levels are low.

Level Change (Inside Access)

  • Access between the Eglington Court entrance and the viewing platform is via a moderate ramp 170 cm in width.
  • The bar area is not well lit.

Other Floors

  • Steps View
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG - G - 1.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The steps are medium.
    • The steps do have handrails.
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • There is a landing.
    • The lighting level is bright.
  • Other View
    • The services on the floors which are not accessible are the balcony seating area.

Lift

  • There is not a lift for public use.

Theatre

  • This venue does not provide audio described performances.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is a wheelchair to borrow.
  • Concessions are available.
  • Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

Toilet with Adaptations

  • There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
    • The accessible toilet is 10m (32ft 10in) from the accessible entrance.
    • The accessible toilet is located at the rear of the bar area.
  • Features and Dimensions View
    • This is a unisex toilet.
    • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
    • The key is a radar key.
    • The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 200cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 7in).
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
    • The lateral transfer space is 88cm (2ft 11in).
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a functional emergency alarm available.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
    • There is not a coat hook.
  • Position of Fixtures View
    • Wall mounted rails are available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
    • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is a sink.
    • The sink is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The sink is 75cm (2ft 6in) high.
  • Colour Contrast and Lighting View
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
    • Lighting levels are bright.
  • Comments View
    • Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
    • There are other standard toilets located throughout the venue.

Standard Toilet(s)

Additional Info

  • Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
  • Documents are available in Braille.
  • Documents are not available in large print.
  • A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
  • Takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available on request.