O2 Academy

Date of visit: April 2023

I have experience of challenges around: moving around

Overall Rating

This was my third visit to O2 Academy Glasgow and I'm really pleased to say that it was just as amazing as before. Staff were absolutely fantastic both on the night and also before it in helping me gain a last-minute wheelchair space when the event was officially sold out but I managed to get a re-sale ticket; huge thanks to Jodie who helped me through the process via E-mail. I'd give this venue this a 5 if they had disabled parking and a Changing Places toilet. What can I say about Macklemore? The ultimate showman showed up to show us that we can all come back from the edge and I'm so glad he's here: video footage below! Even more moving as he really came back as Ben, the person below the mask this time. It really resonated with me when he spoke about making the most of the time you're here. I had a fantastic view throughout and the atmosphere was incredible; the space gives you the feeling of being part of the crowd which I absolutely love.

Disabled Access In and Around

Staff guided us safely through ramped accessible entrances all the way to our seats on the viewing platform which they had reserved for us. I had a fantastic view.

Parking & Transport

No changes since my last visit; no disabled parking available but we parked on an industrial estate nearby and there was also a car-park down the side-street which was full. There are bus-stops and a subway nearby, however, I don't know whether they are accessible or not; I couldn't find SPT's access statement on their website but perhaps it's just well-hidden. O2 really should have a few on-site disabled spaces around the back of the venue; the space must be there for equipment etc. it would be hard to believe that there wasn’t enough space available for this, hopefully they’ll work on this as this has been stressful not knowing if we can park at all until we get there.

Accessible Toilets

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Staff said they would help me access this with a Radar key if I needed to use it but I didn't visit it this time so sorry, I can't comment.

Staff

The staff make a huge difference to the experience of this venue; I felt safe throughout from arrival to leaving the venue. They helped clear a path for me again through the crowds, even outside the venue and they are all helpful, welcoming, funny and friendly!

Additional Information

My PA wore a mask and used sanitiser but he was probably the only one in the building who did apart from me so it's probably not the best place to come if you're worried about Covid; I still am but I have to risk some things as I need music and art to live too. I'd definitely recommend the venue itself though, particularly when Macklemore is there!

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