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Major London Venues - Accessibility

London has a number of major venues hosting a wide variety of concerts, cultural and sporting events, and exhibitions. Levels of accessibility vary, but in general access for disabled people is very good. When booking, make sure to tell the venue about your access requirements.

Barbican

There is step-free access throughout most areas of the Barbican. Facilities are available for people with hearing impairments and assistance dogs are allowed (please call in advance). Inquire about captioned, audio described and British Sign Language interpreted events. Blue badge parking is available on-site and wheelchairs are available for loan.

Barbican access information

Earls Court and Olympia 

There is step-free access throughout Earls Court and Olympia. However, over-sized wheelchairs and electric scooter users should make themselves known to a member of staff prior to entering Earls Court Two. Facilities are available for people with hearing impairments and assistance dogs are allowed (some restrictions may apply). Blue badge parking and wheelchair loan are available, which are best to book in advance. For any special access requirements or requests, contact the switchboard on +44 (0)20 7385 1200.

Earls Court and Olympia access information

ExCeL London

There is step-free access throughout the ExCeL London. Hearing loops are available for people with hearing impairments and assistance dogs are allowed (some restrictions may apply). Blue badge parking is available on-site and wheelchairs are available for loan.

ExCeL London access information

Hammersmith Apollo 

There is step-free access into the Hammersmith Apollo and the ground floor only. Hearing loops are available for people with hearing impairments and assistance dogs are allowed (some restrictions may apply). There is limited on-street parking.

The O2 Arena

There is step-free access throughout The O2 Arena. Assistance dogs are allowed (some restrictions may apply). Blue badge parking is available on-site and wheelchairs are available for loan.

The O2 Arena access information

Roundhouse

There is step-free access throughout the Roundhouse. Facilities are available for people with hearing impairments and assistance dogs are allowed (some restrictions may apply). Blue badge parking is available on-site.

Roundhouse access information

Royal Albert Hall

Step-free access to the Royal Albert Hall is through doors 2 and 8. Inside, all areas have step-free access. There is an infra-red system for people with hearing impairments and assistance dogs are allowed (some restrictions may apply). Inquire about audio introduced events. Blue badge parking is available on-site, which must be booked in advance. On-street and off-site parking is also available.

Royal Albert Hall access information

Southbank Centre 

There is step-free access to all areas of the Southbank Centre. Some entrances are not at street level, but can be reached by lift. Facilities are available for people with hearing impairments and assistance dogs are allowed (some restrictions may apply). Blue badge parking is available on-site and wheelchairs are available for loan.

Southbank Centre access information

Wembley Stadium

There is step-free access to all areas of Wembley Stadium. There is an infra-red system for people with hearing impairments and assistance dogs are allowed (some restrictions may apply). Accessible toilets are fitted with standard RADAR locks. Keys are available from information points or you can use your own RADAR key. Blue badge parking is available on-site.

Wembley Stadium access information

 

Major London Venues Accessibility Useful Links


  • Chelsea Football Club
  • Merlin Entertainments
  • The O2
  • ExCeL London