Overview

The Edinburgh International Conference Centre was easy to find and once inside it was a great space to be in. With a warm welcome at the door, friendly staff showing the way and good facilities it was a great start to the day.

Transport & Parking

On a busy city centre road there isn't much scope for parking. There is a drop off area which is handy. That said, I arrived by tram and from the West End it was a ten minute walk.

Access

Getting in the building was easy once you spot the accessible door by the side of the rotating doors. A member of staff quickly stepped forward and helped with the door - they are push button controlled when entering and automatic when leaving. Once inside there's plenty of space, good signage to find your way around and some very good lifts for getting between floors.

Toilets

There are several accessible loos dotted around the building. The loo nearest the entrance reception was fine but lost some stars here as the transfer space for wheelchair users was blocked by bins. I did ask about getting these moved and they were but unfortunately somebody put them back a short while later. There are only so many times you're going to ask a venue not to block the wheelchair transfer space. That said, it would be absolutely fabulous if the EICCC would install a Changing Places Toilet as all of these 'niggles' would be alleviated in one go. it would also mean more folk would be able to come to events.

Staff

Warm, welcoming and helpful staff. Maybe need to listen more to what is helpful for visitors - otherwise it would have been a five star experience.