Last month we went to see the incredible Dermot Kennedy at O2 Apollo Manchester. Having been to this venue before I had a good idea what the wheelchair accessibility would be like. This time was a little different because it was a standing-only show compared to a seated show we attended the last time. So with that in mind, I was curious to see what O2 Apollo Manchester disabled access would be like now. [Read more…] about O2 Apollo Manchester Disabled Access Review
Gigs & Festivals
The Usher Hall Edinburgh Disabled Access & Wheelchair Accessibility Review
The Usher Hall is a beautiful concert hall in Edinburgh. Since it’s construction in 1914, it has become a real favourite for so many performers due to his amazing acoustics. Let me tell you, Dermot Kennedy really tested out those acoustics when he brought his sold-out tour to The Usher Hall on 16th December. [Read more…] about The Usher Hall Edinburgh Disabled Access & Wheelchair Accessibility Review
Glasgow Summer Sessions Disabled Access Review
Glasgow Summer Sessions is an outdoor music festival held every year in Glasgow’s Bellahouston Park. The event takes place over an entire weekend in August with headline acts from the biggest acts in the world. This year The Cure, Foo Fighters and The 1975 graced the stage. We have been to Glasgow Summer Sessions a few times and last year we saw Kings of Leon [Read more…] about Glasgow Summer Sessions Disabled Access Review
SWG3 Wheelchair Accessible Venue Review | Dermot Kennedy
When you have a bad experience at a venue it can easily put you off ever going back again. Other times, giving them a second chance seems reasonable. As a wheelchair user, SWG3 let us down big time the first time we went to a gig at the venue earlier this year. As disappointing and frustrating as it was, we gave the venue a second chance. [Read more…] about SWG3 Wheelchair Accessible Venue Review | Dermot Kennedy
Fusion Festival Disabled Access & Wheelchair Accessibility Nightmare | Worst Festival Experience Ever
You know when you have a bad feeling about something? Like a deep down bad feeling in your gut? Well, that’s what Allan and I had when we booked Fusion Festival tickets way back in March of this year. The months leading up the festival had us feeling anxious and questioning whether we actually want to go. We constantly went back and forth wondering what Fusion Festival disabled access and wheelchair accessibility was going to be like. [Read more…] about Fusion Festival Disabled Access & Wheelchair Accessibility Nightmare | Worst Festival Experience Ever
Old Fruitmarket Glasgow Wheelchair Access Review | Kip Moore
You may remember a few months ago I went to the Old Fruitmarket for the first time. It wasn’t the best experience, to say the least. We already had tickets booked to go back and see Kip Moore in May, so we were a little hesitant in case we had the same access issues again. Thankfully things went a lot better second time around [Read more…] about Old Fruitmarket Glasgow Wheelchair Access Review | Kip Moore
O2 Academy Glasgow Disabled Access & Wheelchair Accessibility Review | Maren Morris
O2 Academy Glasgow is one of the most popular music venues in Glasgow. It’s the place for some of the biggest upcoming stars in music to perform for their Scottish fans. I’ve been to many gigs at this venue, but have only ever reviewed it once when it was hosting the Able2UK concert a few years ago. I recently saw the amazing Maren Morris perform there so I thought [Read more…] about O2 Academy Glasgow Disabled Access & Wheelchair Accessibility Review | Maren Morris
The Mitchell Library Glasgow Wheelchair Access | Saba Douglas-Hamilton
I need to start off by saying that this review is well overdue. Like two months overdue. However, better late than never, right? So without further ado let’s get into my review of the wheelchair access at Mitchell Library in Glasgow where I attended the incredible Saba Douglas Hamilton – ‘A Life With Elephants’ show. [Read more…] about The Mitchell Library Glasgow Wheelchair Access | Saba Douglas-Hamilton
Albert Hall Manchester Disabled Access & Wheelchair Accessibility | Dermot Kennedy
Last month we headed down to Manchester to see the amazing Dermot Kennedy at Albert Hall. We had been looking forward to this gig for such a long time so we were pleased he didn’t disappoint nor did the venue. Everything from preshow communication, to the excellent venue staff and accessibility throughout the venue, were all top class. [Read more…] about Albert Hall Manchester Disabled Access & Wheelchair Accessibility | Dermot Kennedy
7 Tips For Going To A Gig In A Wheelchair
Music is a big part of my life. It was one of the main things that brought Allan and me together – our love of music during the good old MySpace days lead to our relationship (read our story here). Some couples enjoy going out for a romantic meal and a few drinks at a bar. For us, going to a gig and seeing our favourite bands is what we love the most. [Read more…] about 7 Tips For Going To A Gig In A Wheelchair