Access: Attending an event in our building
Yorkshire Dance aims to be an accessible and inclusive place for all. We create a ‘braver space’, where you feel able to express yourself in a supportive and empowering way. You will be welcomed and treated with respect by Yorkshire Dance staff and we expect and encourage all our building users to to do the same. Read our Braver Spaces Policy here.
About our Events and Performances
- We provide one carer ticket for free, if accompanying someone to a performance.
- We always have First Aid assistance on site, in case of emergency. We have a defibrillator onsite.
- We welcome assistance dogs and can provide water if they are thirsty! A green space is available 150ft/ 45m (one minute walk) away from the building.
- We always indicate if captions or BSL are included or provided alongside a performance or workshop.
- If food is served as part of an event or festival we will accommodate specific dietary requirements. As standard we provide vegan and gluten free options.
About our Building
- There are drop off and pick up points just outside (10 metres from the door) Yorkshire Dance. There are no designated blue badge parking bays however you can park outside for up to 3 hours if displaying a blue badge.
- There is step free access to the building and lifts to all floors. When you arrive take the lift up one floor to our welcome desk.
- Our door is automatic with two bells at different heights. When you arrive ring the bell and we will let you in. If you require assistance please ask when you ring the bell and a member of staff will come down to help.
- We have at least one accessible toilet for wheelchair users on every floor of our building. Accessible toilets do not require a code or key.
- We encourage all of our visitors to use the toilets and changing rooms which best align with their gender identity or expression.
- We have gender neutral toilets on each floor of our building.
- We have baby changing facilities in our changing rooms.
- We can provide a private room to feed your baby, if you’d prefer this.
- We can provide a quiet prayer space. Just ask.
- We have a wellbeing space in South Space on the second floor, available for any building users.
Get in Touch
If you have any questions or concerns about visiting our building, attending our activities or accessing our online content, please email us on: Access@yorkshiredance.com
We will do everything we can to support you.
We also welcome feedback on your experiences. We want to keep learning about how to be more accessible and inclusive, so please get in touch.
Look round our building with our Ambassador George Webster
Check out our building
Have a look inside our building, including our studios and meeting rooms, at our venue based in Quarry Hill.