Piccadilly Gardens Metrolink

Manchester

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dystrophydad

14 Oct 2024

Piccadilly Metro

Date of visit: October 2024

I am a disabled person. I have experience of challenges around: a hidden impairment, accessing toilets and moving around.

I use or have experience of: changing places toilet, disabled toilet, hidden impairment, powerchair, toilet with hoist, toilets, walking aid, wheelchair

Image of a sign reading TRAMWAY LOOK BOTH WAYS

Image of the step and ramp access, as well as the tap in/tap out terminal. People gather on the platform.

Image of the passenger help point and platform seating

Image of the accessible boarding area of the platform

Overall Rating

Good

Located at the foot of Piccadilly Gardens, and a short walk from the Arndale Centre, this tram stop serves a pretty wide area. Piccadilly Gardens itself is a small public green space, with a play park and open areas where people can exercise, eat their lunch or kick a ball around. Lined with a restaurants, and a coffee shop, it's a pleasant place to stop - even more so when the sun's out.

Disabled Access In and Around

Good

Your original text has no spelling or grammar issues. Here it is exactly as written: There's ramp and stair access on both sides of the platform, with grab rails if you need some extra support. The platform edge also has tactile markings with a large wheelchair symbol to highlight where to board, making it easier to navigate for disabled passengers. While the signage is minimal, it is adequate. There are no visible induction loops on the platform but there are induction loops on the trams.

Parking & Transport

Good

There’s no dedicated parking at this busy location, but buses stop nearby on Portland Street and George Street. Market Street Metrolink is just across the gardens, offering another convenient route. The park itself is mostly level, so it’s easy to cut through if needed.