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Accessibility

We want everybody to feel at home at Lowry. That’s why making our events and facilities accessible to all is so important to us.

 

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Find the right assisted support for you. For more info about each one, head over to our Visitor Access page.

 

  • Audio decribed performances

    Get a live description of what’s happening on stage via a comfortable headset.


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  • Captioned performances

    View speech and sounds as text on a scrolling screen at the side of the stage.


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  • BSL supported performances

    Get a clear view of an interpreter who will share the show in British Sign Language.



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  • Relaxed performances

    A more laidback environment for those who struggle with darkness, loud noises or confined spaces.

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  • Live-streamed performances

    Enjoy the theatre experience online, in real-time, from the comfort of your own home.


  • Touch tours

    For visually impaired visitors to get familiarised with the space, costumes and props before the show.



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  • Dementia-friendly

    We have trained staff on hand to support Lowry visitors living with dementia to enjoy their experience.

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  • Baby-friendly

    Whether you’re breastfeeding, bottle-feeding or baby-changing, we’ve got you covered.


  • Changing places

    Access to a comfortable and private space with adult changing facilities. 



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Can’t find what you’re looking for? Get in touch by calling our Access Line on 0161 876 2183 or email access@thelowry.com.

DID YOU KNOW?

You can filter by access on our What’s On page to find shows and events that suit you. Tickets to most of our assisted performances are discounted.

Accessible public transport

Coming by bus?

Catch the Stagecoach number 50, which will drop you off 50m from our entrance. Find more info here.

 

Coming by tram?

Take the Metrolink tram to MediaCityUK. It’s wheelchair-friendly and our entrance is only 500m from the tram stop across the Quays. Find more info here.

 

Getting dropped off?

There’s a passenger drop-off point at the front of our building, less than 30m from the main entrance.

 

Arriving by car

We recommend that Blue Badge holders enter The Quayside car park at the entrance near the mini-roundabout on the road. This carpark has 80 designated accessible parking bays available on every level of the car park.

During trading hours, the first 4 hours are free for Blue Badge holders. Take your badge to the Customer Service Lounge on Level 1 to arrange. More info here.

 

 

Lowry does not have its own car park. Please use Quayside MediaCity for parking. It has 80 designated accessible parking bays available on every level of the car park.

During trading hours parking for Blue Badge holders is free of charge for the first four hours. To utilise the 4 free hours parking please visit the Customer Service Lounge on the first floor with your Blue Badge, leaving the clock part visible in your vehicle, you will receive a code to use at the pay station. Any additional time will be charged at the regular rate.

Customer Service Lounge Trading Hours

Monday 10am-6pm
Tuesday 10am-6pm
Wednesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 10am-8pm
Friday 10am-6pm
Saturday 10am-7pm
Sunday 11am-5pm

 

Enjoy our spaces with ease

Here are some ways we’re making it easier to use our building and find your way around:

  • Accessible toilets throughout the building.
  • Step-free access to our Box Office, toilets, theatres and galleries.
  • Lift access to all floors.
  • Wheelchair spaces in all three theatres.
  • Please note our Ground Floor has a slight incline.
  • For more info, check our Building Navigation page and our Visual Guide.

 

Assistance dogs

Assistance dogs are welcome in all of our theatres. If you’d prefer them not to watch the show, we have a safe place for them to wait for you. We can provide water and our staff will check (and cuddle) your four-legged friend at regular intervals.

 

Galleries relaxed hour

Coming soon: Relaxed Hour at Lowry. A time for quiet and calm where our galleries are closed to the general public. Free to attend and easy to book.

Learn more

Join our Access Register

We want to give you the best experience possible, which means making your visit easy, comfortable and memorable for all the right reasons.

Sign up to our Access Register to:

- Book a free Essential Companion ticket for theatre shows. No extra charge.

- Book wheelchair seats and assisted performances online.

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