Access
Bristol Transformed recognises that people are disabled by society, not by their impairments. We are committed to the social model of disability - we will take steps to ensure the events we organise are as accessible as possible within our means (though we don’t get everything right all the time, and we are always learning).
If you have any specific requirements that are not covered by this information pack, or if anything in the pack is wrong or inaccessible, please email us at info@bristoltransformed.co.uk. We can’t guarantee that we can fulfil every request, but we will do our best.
We have a team of stewards throughout the festival who will be on hand to answer any questions. They will be wearing hi-vis jackets.
The venue: the Trinity Centre
Stairs
28 steps on stairs
One lift (found at the back left of the main hall, or through the side entrance near the Den)
Bathrooms
Accessible bathrooms on both floors
All bathrooms are gender-neutral, with cubicles and urinals signposted
10 chairs with armrests are available
The stage is 1m high. There is a stage lift (otherwise stair access)
The room has bright lights
On the first floor of the building - accessible by stairs or lift
The stage is ~0.5m high, accessed only by stairs
On the first floor of the building - accessible by stairs or lift
The Den is a covered outdoor area
Seating is on picnic benches
The majority of the floor is gravel, with a flat paved section near the back of the area
The stage is 1m high, accessed only by stairs
Policies
Priority seats
Priority seats will be clearly marked within each session, and stewards will be able to guide you to these seats. Please make yourself known to a steward if you need any assistance and please contact info@bristoltransformed.co.uk if there is any specific assistance you will need.
Welfare/First Aid/Quiet space
There will be stewards in all the venue spaces who will be able to signpost you to a quiet space and the designated first aider.
Assistance Animals
Assistance animals are welcome at Bristol Transformed.
Accessible bar
Unfortunately, the Trinity Centre does not have an accessible bar.
Alcohol and Sober spaces
There will not be designated sober spaces at the festival, and the bar will be open from 2pm onwards. However, the culture of the festival is not one of drinking, and we wouldn't expect many people to be drinking before the evening events (pub quiz and After Dark party). We do have a code of conduct which we expect attendees to follow, to keep the festival friendly to everyone.
Smoking area
This will be located outside in the carpark.
Arriving at BT
When you arrive, please go to the building's front entrance to collect your wristband.
Opening times
Saturday (17 May)
Main festival from 10:30 - 18:00
Pub quiz from 18:30 - 20:30
Party downstairs in the Main Hall from 21:00 - 2:00am. There will be an accessible viewing area during the party.
Sunday (18 May)
10:30 - 18:00
Getting to Trinity centre
Buses
A number of main bus routes pass the Trinity Centre, either along Stapleton Rd or along Clarence Rd.
The main buses along Stapleton Rd are 48, 49 as well as the night bus N2.
Cycling
There are cycle racks at the front and rear of the building.
Parking
There are two accessible parking bays located next to the daytime entrance, which are situated on the left-hand side of the building.
Please note the Trinity Car Park is managed by Car Flow and an ANPR system and charges apply for all people parking at Trinity, including Blue Badge holders. Please find more information here.
There is a 10 minute grace-period for drop-off /pick-up access.
There is free on street parking available for Blue Badge Holders within a 50yd radius of Trinity, including areas of Stapleton Road and Old Market.
You can find out more about Bristol City Council’s rules on Blue Badge parking on their website.
The Programme
The online programme is available here and the timetable is here. We will offer paper programmes at the festival.
Food
The local vendor Ceylon and Beyond will serve Sri Lankan food in the car park of the Trinity Centre, with a range of vegetarian and vegan options.
Childcare
Bristol Transformed provides a free creche for the children of any parents or carers attending the festival. Find out all about it, and book a space for your child, here.
Children are also very welcome at sessions throughout the festival.
Tickets
Main festival
Tickets providing general access to the festival (some events are separately ticketed, see below) are offered at different price bands. We ask attendees to choose the band most appropriate for you:
All tickets provide the same level of access to the festival and can be purchased here.
Free tickets for carers accompanying a festival attendee are available in the same place.
The Saturday night party
Please note that the Saturday night afterparty is a separately ticketed event. If you wish to attend this event you will need to buy a ticket (or a festival combo ticket, which includes the party).
Other events
The Friday evening walking tour is included in the price of a festival ticket - but please book a ticket here due to limited places.
The First Congress of the Comedy Party (at PRSC) is included in the main festival ticket.
Contacts
General enquires: info@bristoltransformed.co.uk