Grand Opera House York
accessibility

Getting into the Venue

The Grand Opera House York is situated on Clifford and Cumberland Street and has three entrances, with step-free access available from Kings Street directly to the Stalls. Please note that the step-free access entrance is on a hill leading down towards the river and the road is cobbled with a slope. On arrival at the access entrance please ring the bell to the right-hand side of the door and a member of staff will be sent to assist you.

The Box Office and theatre foyer can be accessed from the Clifford Street entrance, and there are steps from here into the auditorium. Please be aware the auditorium opens 30 minutes prior to the show, therefore the theatre recommends that any wheelchair users, and other access patrons who require immediate seating, arrive no earlier than this.

There is no lift at the theatre and all sections must be reached via steps. The Stalls can be accessed step-free, where wheelchair spaces are available. A drop-off point is located outside the theatre in King Street.

Customer Assistance

Staff are available to assist with navigation and the use of the alternative entrance. Wheelchair spaces and transfer seats are available in the Stalls. Staff must be notified prior to attendance and it is advised to bring a companion.

The Foyer Bar is accessed by stairs only. An at-seat service is available, but staff must be notified upon arrival. The Grand Opera House York provides several support materials to suit all access needs.

There is an accessible, private unisex toilet next to the street access entrance.

How to Book

For patrons who require assistance or wish to book access spaces, it is important to book in advance and notify the theatre of any special requirements. Discounted tickets are available for access patrons and a companion, with price depending on the show booking.

For further information, ticket bookings and assistance please call: 0333 009 5399 or email: yorkaccess@theambassadors.com. To register for accessible prices please visit Ambassador Theatre Group Access Registration – Access Card .

The Stalls can be accessed via steps from the main theatre foyer, which is level access from the street. Alternatively, the Stalls are accessible via a step-free entrance on Kings Street. There are 10 wheelchair spaces available in Stalls at the end of rows G, H, M, N and R, some of which are transfer to seat only. Transfers are also available to aisle seats and it is recommended to bring a companion.

All steps are highlighted, and staff are on-hand to assist with navigation.

Extra legroom can be found toward the front of the Stalls and at the ends of rows.

The Dress Circle is accessible via 17-28 steps depending on the entrance used. All steps are highlighted with handrails in place. There is no customer lift.

Extra legroom can be found on rows B and C.

The Grand Circle can be accessed via 40+ steps up from the main theatre foyer. All steps are highlighted with handrails in place. There is no customer lift, therefore this section is not recommended for those with limited mobility.