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Excelsior Stadium - Football Centre

Craigneuk Avenue, Airdrie, North Lanarkshire, ML6 8QZ

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Introduction

Opening Times

  • Please contact the venue for details of opening times, opening times do vary depending on timetabling and Opening times for the venue vary according to bookings/events taking place.

Location

  • There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
  • The nearest National Rail station is Drumgelloch.
  • Comments View
    • The stadium is located on Craigneuk Avenue, off the A73 Carlisle Road.

Parking (Main Car Park)

  • The venue does have its own car park.
  • Venue Car Park View
    • Parking is free for all users.
    • The car park is located in front of the stadium off Craigneuk Avenue.
    • The car park type is open air/surface.
    • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
    • There is/are 10+ Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
    • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 352cm x 490cm (11ft 7in x 16ft 1in).
    • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 38m (41yd 1ft) from the Gate 2 - accessible entrance.
    • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 250m (273yd 1ft) from the Gate 2 - accessible entrance.
    • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
    • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
    • The car park surface is tarmac.
    • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
    • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • Comments View
    • For match day Blue Badge parking, to ensure reservation, contact Airdrieonians Football Club on 07710 230 775.
    • On match days the away car park at the rear of the stadium is also used for visitors.
    • There are additional Blue Badge bays. The access to the away car park is on the B8058 Petersburn Road.
    • However, all wheelchair users may park in the main car park near Gate 2 - accessible entrance.

Outside Access (Gate 2 - Accessible Entrance)

  • This information is for the entrance located on the left hand end of the main (West) stand.
  • There is not level access into the venue.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 200cm (6ft 7in).
  • Comments View
    • All home and away fans with disabilities use the same entrance (Gate 2) at the left hand end of the West Stand.

Level Change (Gate 2 - Accessible Entrance)

  • There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of and immediately beyond the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.

Outside Access (Hospitality and Conference Entrance)

  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is not level access into the venue.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 193cm (6ft 4in).

Level Change (Hospitality and Conference Entrance)

  • There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
  • The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.

Inside Access

  • There is level access to the service(s).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • This venue does play background music.
  • Music is played throughout the venue.
  • Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • Comments View
    • The first floor stands concourse and stands tier seating have no level access and are entered by separate entrance and turnstiles.
    • All four stands have a similar arrangement. However for most match days only the West Stand is used.

Sports Ground

  • Home Support Seating View
    • Wheelchair users have a designated accessible seating area.
    • Wheelchair seating is located in the front row of the West Stand.
    • The view from this area is good.
    • A companion can sit beside / near you.
    • Accessible toilets are available.
    • The closest accessible toilet to the seating area is 20m (8in).
    • The accessible toilet is located beneath the North Stand at the Gate 2 end.
    • There is not an audio description service.
    • Mobility impaired walkers are advised to use the same entrance and use the front row seating accessed via the pitch.
  • Away Support Seating View
    • Wheelchair users have a designated accessible seating area.
    • There is level access to the designated seating area.
    • Wheelchair seating is located in thr front row of the West Stand.
    • The view from this area is good.
    • A companion can sit beside / near you.
    • Accessible toilets are available.
    • The closest accessible toilet to the seating area is 60m (65yd 1ft).
    • The accessible toilet is located beneath the North Stand at the Gate 2 end.
    • There is not an audio description service.
    • Mobility impaired walkers are advised to use the same entrance and use the front row seating accessed via the pitch.
  • Comments View
    • Alternative seating is available to the left as you enter Gate 2 in the shelter 'Sammy's Shelter'.
    • The view from this area is more limited.
    • The pitch is 3G type artificial surface rather than mud and grass and so access is not a problem.
    • There is no access through the stands which are accessed by separate entrance and staircases to first floor level (no lift access).

Sports Facilities

  • In addition to the main stadium pitch, there are 5, 6 and 7-a-side all-weather artificial grass pitches to the East and South sides of the stadium.
  • These may be hired 7 days a week for one hour minimum sessions.
  • Details may be obtained from the venue.

Outside Access (Hospitality and Conference Entrance)

  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is not level access into the venue.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 193cm (6ft 4in).

Hospitality Suites

  • The hospitality suites are located on the second floor.
  • The hospitality suites have level access by lift or stairs via the main entrance at the front of the West Stand.
  • The Diamond Sensory Room is a hospitality suite set aside for those with autism or others with disabilities and their carers.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located on the ground floor.

Level Change (Hospitality and Conference Entrance)

  • There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
  • The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.

Other Floors

  • Steps View
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1 and 2.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
    • The steps do have handrails.
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • There is a landing.
    • The lighting levels are medium.
  • Other View
    • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the first floor including the concourse.
  • Comments View
    • The main stairs for the stands and concourse are by a separate external entrance, turnstiles and staircases.

Lift

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located to the right as you enter.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and 2.
  • The lift is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the Hospitality and Conference entrance.
  • Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The clear door width is 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
  • There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
  • The lift does not have an audible announcer.
  • The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • The lift does have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The lighting level in the lift is bright.

Accessible Toilet

  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • This accessible toilet is located within, or in the corridors to, the function suites. There are also accessible toilet facilities with a left hand transfer under the North Stand near Gate 2 for use during match days. Similar facilities may be found beneath the North, East and South stands.
    • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • Features and Dimensions View
    • This is a unisex toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • The door opens inwards.
    • The door is locked by a twist lock.
    • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
    • The door is heavy.
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 182cm x 303cm (5ft 12in x 9ft 11in).
    • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 114cm (3ft 9in).
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • There is not an emergency alarm.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
    • There is a/are sanitary and general domestic waste disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Position of Fixtures View
    • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • There is a mirror.
    • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • Colour Contrast and Lighting View
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
    • The lighting levels are medium.
  • Baby Change Facilities View
    • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
    • Baby change facilities are located in the accessible toilet outside the Rowan Suite.
    • The height of the baby change table once extended is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • Comments View
    • Please note there are no accessible toilet facilities on the second floor.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
    • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
    • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the Rowan Suite, to the left as you pass reception.
    • The female and male toilets are approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
    • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
    • Lighting levels are bright.
  • Comments View
    • There are similar standard toilet facilities within, or in the corridors to, the function suites.
    • There are further facilities under the North Stand near Gate 2 for use during match days.
    • Similar facilities may be found beneath the North, East and South stands.

Additional Info

  • Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
  • Documents can be requested in Braille.
  • Documents are not available in large print.
  • A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
  • An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
  • The assistance dog toilet area is located on the grass area at the rear of the main car park.
  • A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
  • This service cannot be requested.