Overview

When entering the building you need to press the automatic door (too high for me, but then most are), there are staff inside the venue so very easy to ask where you need to go. There is an information desk, there you have to meet a guide who directs, or takes you to the appropriate space. I did find the woman who I was asking in need of some det training as she kept answering my questions to the person standing near me, rather than to me. They like to bring wheelchair users up first, do you may need to be going to the venue space 20-30 mins early as it's a big venue and takes some time to fill & empty. The venue itself is well laid out access loos near the lift, (I didn't use the loo so can't review them), there is a big airy lift so plenty of room for 4 wheelchair users and those walking. The seating area for wheelchair users is a row near the back, and loose chairs for companions, depending on the amount of wheelchair users booked, otherwise seats at the row directly behind. Or 1 wheelchair is able to sit at the end of the main rows, on each side of the venue which is ideal if you are there with a few friends. Because we were in early, we got to see them transform the room from 1200 capacity to 600, it was very cool, electric motors turn the upper left and right corners so that the seating is swung away, and a wooden semi-circle is displayed, and the seating shuts off in to 2 seperate smaller venues. I don't know if I am explaining it properly, but I was impressed! The show I saw was great, Barnardo's comedy gala, a variety of comedians, some well known and a few lesser known, which is great for introducing you to new acts. When leaving, it can take a while, so I dodged out on the last claps in the lift and out in seconds.

Transport & Parking

Buses either to Morrison street, just a couple of mins walk, or to Lothian road, again a short walk.

Access

Toilets

I didn't use,

Staff

It was very helpful to have staff greet at the door who can signpost or escort. I was disappointed by one staff member who spoke over my head to other standing companions.

Anything else you wish to tell us?

I would visit again, and would recommend, although need to check out loos. I used the loos years before when I was more able, so hard to comment on its access for my needs now.