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Riverside Arts Centre (demonstration record)

Invented example of a mid-sized theatre and cinema, used to show how an arts venue accessibility record is structured.

Source: Stated by the venue, not independently checked. Last checked 1 June 2026.

This is a demonstration record showing how a venue accessibility entry is structured. It does not describe a real venue, and the contact details shown must not be used.

Accessibility confidence

This measures how complete the access information is and how recently it was checked. It does not rate how accessible the venue actually is.

Well-documented

14 of 15 access fields have been stated (93% complete). Information was last checked 2 months ago. This describes how much is known and how current it is, not how accessible the venue actually is.

About this place

Type of venue
Arts venue (theatre, cinema, gallery)
Nation
England
Town or city
Manchester
Local authority or region
Manchester City Council
Postcode area
M1
Address
12 Riverside Walk, Manchester, M1 4AB

Access information, as stated

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Step-free access
Yes, stated — Level entrance on Riverside Walk; ramp available at the side door.
Automatic or power-assisted doors
Yes, stated
Lift
Yes, stated
Accessible toilet
Yes, stated
Changing Places toilet
No, stated
Seating and rest points
Yes, stated
Quiet space available
Yes, stated — Foyer can be loud before performances; relaxed performances held monthly.
Hearing loop
Yes, stated
BSL or interpreting available
Not stated — ask the venue
Audio description available
Yes, stated
Large print or braille available
Yes, stated
Assistance dogs welcome
Yes, stated
Accessible parking / Blue Badge bays
Yes, stated
Drop-off point
Yes, stated
Nearest accessible public transport
Step-free tram stop 150m away
Staff disability-awareness training
Yes, stated
  • Wheelchair spaces must be booked in advance for the main auditorium.

Contact details

Official source: https://example.org/riverside-arts/access (checked 1 June 2026).

Community experiences

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  • Anonymous visitor — visited 20 May 2026 — Hearing aid user

    The access information was helpful and accurate

    What worked: Step-free route from the tram stop was exactly as described, and the lift to the balcony worked.

    What did not work: Hearing loop at the box office desk was not switched on when I arrived; staff turned it on once asked.

    Demonstration content.

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