Category Archives: museums/ attractions

Theatre Royal Glasgow

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I’ve always liked going to the theatre for different kinds of shows and so I’m glad that they still some options available to me.
Positives
There is level access to the building and there is level access to the all seats in the stalls although this is down a moderately steep ramp.
There are two specific wheelchair seats and four transfer seats. These seats are near the stage which is good. However, if watching a production with supra titles they can be difficult to see from so far forward.
There are disabled accessible toilets and the box office/ bar are all on the ground floor
Negatives
Seats in the stalls can be expensive but there can be bargains if you book early. In a wheelchair seating there is a small discount in price.
If choosing an non-wheelchair specific seat in the stalls legroom can be cramped
There is no disabled parking  immediately nearby but there are two NCP car park’s within a block of the venue at Cambridge Street and concert halls.
Overall, whilst disabled seating is in short supply and a little more expensive it is still eminently possible to visit the theatre and have a very enjoyable experience http://www.atgtickets.com/venues/theatre-royal-glasgow/#showinfotabs=access

Xscape Braehead

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This is a modern centre with restaurants, shops, activity centres eg bowling, climbing, indoor golf, skiing as well as a cinema.
Positives
blue badge parking is available
There is level access into the building and a smooth surface through throughout There are lifts and escalators available most restaurants and activities are accessible with reason. Obviously some activities within themselves could be difficult.
Wheelchairs are available for hire
Negatives
being picky- it is not attached to the adjacent Braehead so to go shopping would require driving across
Overall, it is a great place to go for accessible shopping, eating and activities http://www.xscape.co.uk/braehead/key-info/accessibility/

Cineworld Glasgow – Renfrew Street

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Cineworld Glasgow, Renfrew Street, is (I think) still the tallest cinema complex in the world. As such, it has 18 screens and so shows a variety of films at a good selection of screening times. Disabled access go has a really good guide for this venue but wanted to include some of my personal points Positives
- There is level access to the building off Renfrew street. There is a revolving door and push doors but there is also a power assisted door available.
- In general it is very accessible with public  lifts to all floors,  each floor excluding the ground has an accessible toilet.
- All screens are accessible as is the bar and snack points
Negatives
- there is no parking at the facility. Its useful to note that the concert hall car park is the nearest and is across one busy crossroads. Disabled parking spaces are available here. The car park charges but often just a flat £2 rate.
- disabled spaces are available within the cinema but they are usually at the very front of the theatre and can be quite close to the screen
Overall, this is a really accessible venue and if you’re in the centre of town looking for a film, it’s great. However if you want to be able to drive to the door and sit further back one of the out of town cinemas like the Springfield quay or Braehead might be more comfortable. http://www.disabledgo.com/en/org-results/glasgow-city-council

Riverside Museum – the Scottish museum of transport

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This replaces the old museum of transport, familiar to many, opposite Kelvingrove Art Gallery. This is a great and fun family day out and still retains its lively and informal atmosphere with children charging about screaming as before. The recreated old street is a must see, now two storeys high with a range of old shops and the subway to venture into. plus theres all the trains, cars and bikes anyone could want.
Compared to the old, the new venue is much bigger and for those with access needs, better. There is a comprehensive guide on disabled go but in short  this building has been designed with wheelchair users in mind: there is a level access throughout, disabled toilets, lifts, room to manoeuvre and platform lifts to elevated exhibits.
The only criticism might be that ironically public transport to the museum can be difficult but there are disabled parking spaces and a drop-off point for disabled visitors