Access Guide
Shared Section (Contact Details)
Introduction
- The visiting supporters section is located at the front of the North Stand.
Contact Details
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Disabled Supporters
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- The telephone number for disabled visitors is 01792 616 400.
- The email address for disabled visitors is [email protected].
- To view the web page for disabled visitors click here (opens in new tab).
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Ticket Sales
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- The telephone number for ticket sales is 01792 616 400.
- The email address for ticket sales is [email protected].
- To view the web page for ticket sales click here (opens in new tab).
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Hospitality
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- The telephone number for hospitality enquiries is 01792 616 628.
- The email address for hospitality enquiries is [email protected].
- To view the web page for hospitality click here (opens in new tab).
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Parking
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- The telephone number for parking enquiries is 01792 616 400.
- The email address for parking enquiries is [email protected].
Getting Help and Assistance
- There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
- There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
- British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
- There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the stadium/near by.
- Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
- There are mobility aids available.
- The mobility aids available include wheelchairs.
- For home and away visitor guides please click: Home and Away Guides Swansea (swanseacity.com).
Getting Here
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By Road
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- Swansea.com Stadium is located on the outskirts of Swansea. There are various routes to the stadium. If you are coming from the East/West then follow the M4 and exit at Junction 45. Follow the signs along the A4067 until you reach the stadium.
- Swansea.com Stadium has 2 on-site car parks available; West Car Park and North Car Park.
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the stadium.
- For more information on First Group buses please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Swansea.
- For more information on station facilities from the National Rail website please click here (opens new tab).
Car Parking and Drop-Off
Outer Concourse
- The outer concourse has a concrete surface and is step-free throughout. All stands are accessible via the outer concourse.
- All entrances into the stadium have step-free access.
- Clear directional signage is provided on the concourse.
- There is a stadium plan/map on the concourse.
- There is a steward/member of staff available for assistance on matchdays.
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Stand(s)
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- For more information on the Swansea University West Stand please click here - (new tab).
- For more information on the South Stand- Family Stand please click here - (new tab).
- For more information on the Trade Centre Wales East Stand please click here - (new tab).
- For more information on the North Stand - East Corner please click here - (new tab).
- For more information on the North Stand - West Corner please click here - (new tab).
- For more information on the North Stand – Away Supporters please click here - (new tab).
- Ticket Office(s) View
- Shop(s) View
- Bar(s) / Restaurant(s) View
- Main Reception / Hospitality View
- Additional Services View
Access Point (Gate 19)
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Access Point
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- The access point is clearly signed.
- There is step-free access to the access point.
- The access point door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the access point opening is 250cm.
- There is a/are handheld ticket reader(s) at the access point.
- There is a steward available for assistance.
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Access to the Stand Concourse
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- There is step-free access from the access point to the stand concourse.
Turnstile(s) (North Stand - Away Supporters)
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Turnstile(s)
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- This information is for the turnstile(s) located on the outer wall of the North Stand.
- The turnstile(s) is/are clearly signed.
- The turnstiles are all similar.
- The turnstile(s) surveyed was/were turnstile 36.
- There is step-free access to the turnstile(s) surveyed.
- The turnstile(s) opening width is 45cm.
- There is a/are handheld ticket reader(s) at the turnstile(s) surveyed.
- There is a steward available for assistance.
- The turnstile(s) can be overcome by using Gate 19.
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Access to the Stand Concourse
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- There is step-free access from the turnstile(s), to the stand concourse.
Stand
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Stand
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- This stand is for visiting supporters.
- This stand has a dedicated access point for wheelchair users.
- The name of the dedicated access point is Gate 19.
- There are designated spaces for wheelchair users within this stand.
- Designated spaces for wheelchair users are located on the mezzanine level.
- Clear directional signage is not provided for the designated spaces.
- There is designated seating for ambulant disabled people within the stand.
- Seating for ambulant disabled people is located on Row J, which is accessed via a platform lift and has step-free access. Alternatively, additional ambulant seating can be found in Row K and Row I however, these seats are accessed by several steps.
- There is step-free access throughout the concourse area(s).
- The flooring in the concourse area(s) is concrete.
- Clear directional signage is provided in the concourse area(s).
- Background music/noise is not played in the concourse area(s).
- The concourse area(s) is/are congested on matchdays during busy periods (before kick off, just before and during half time and at the end of matches).
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the concourse area(s) is varied.
- Lighting levels in the concourse area(s) are good.
- There are food and drink counters situated along the concourse area(s).
- Headsets for audio commentary can be used in this stand.
- Headsets are collected from a DLO Steward.
- There is not a deposit charge for the use of headsets.
- Audio commentary headsets are available and can be booked by emailing - [email protected]. Pre booking is recommended to avoid any disappointment.
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Access to the Stand Seating
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- There is step-free access from the concourse to stand seating, via lift.
- There is/are 15+ step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides going up.
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a lift for access to stand seating.
- There is/are 1-15+ clearly marked step(s) to access the rows of seating from here.
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Stand Facilities
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- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available within the stand.
- Accessible toilets are located on the mezzanine level.
- There are standard toilets available within the stand.
- There are ambulant cubicles available in the standard toilets.
- There is not a separate parent and baby room within the stand.
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Comments
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- Ear defenders are available on request for ASD Supporters.
Food and Drink (North Stand - Away Supporters)
- The food and drink counter(s) is/are located on the North Stand - Away Supporters concourse, with a low level counter at the far end.
- The food and drink counter(s) is/are clearly signed.
- There is step-free access to the food and drink counter(s).
- The height of the food and drink counter(s) is/are medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- There is a low section at the food and drink counter(s) with a height of 76cm or below.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the food and drink counter(s).
- The lowered food and drink counter(s) has/have a separate queue.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the food and drink counter(s).
- The hearing assistance system(s) is/are portable.
- Staff are trained to use the system.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Takeaway cutlery is available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- There is a steward available to provide assistance with ordering food and drink.
- Stewards can assist in taking food and drink to the designated seating area(s).
- For assistance with ordering food and drink or with taking food and drink to seats, disabled supporters can contact the Disability Liaison Stewards in green jackets.
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Comments
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- The portable hearing loop is available on request.
Lift (North Stand - Lift 7)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located next to Access X.
- The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is High.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 150cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 11in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does not have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
- There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
Lift (North Stand - Lift 8)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located next to Access Y.
- The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is High.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 150cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 11in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does not have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
- There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
Designated Seating Area(s)
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Seating Area 1
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- This information is for the designated seating area located on the mezzanine level.
- There is step-free access to the designated seating area, via lift.
- The designated seating area(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The view from the seating area is good.
- The number of spaces for wheelchair users varies (dependent on match/event).
- Companions sit next to the patron.
- There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest.
- There is a dedicated steward to provide assistance.
- There is an accessible toilet close to the seating area.
Toilet with Adaptations (North Stand - Away Supporters - Mezzanine Level Access Y)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on the mezzanine level, ahead as you exit Lift 7.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is required for the accessible toilet.
- The key is a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from a steward.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 210cm x 220cm (6ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The toilet has a non-slip floor.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 87cm.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- There are coat hooks in the toilet at 120cm and 180cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- 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).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 75cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 110cm (3ft 7in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
- The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
- The baby change table is not height adjustable.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 95cm (3ft 1in).
Toilet with Adaptations (North Stand - Away Supporters - Mezzanine Level Access X)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on the mezzanine level, ahead as you exit Lift 8.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is required for the accessible toilet.
- The key is a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from a steward.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 210cm x 220cm (6ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The toilet has a non-slip floor.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 140cm.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- There are coat hooks in the toilet at 120cm and 180cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- 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).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 80cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 110cm (3ft 7in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are good.