Accessibility at WSM Pride
WSM Pride is for everyone. We know people have different access needs, so we have worked to make the event as welcoming and accessible as possible.
The main event takes place in Grove Park on Saturday 27 June
Accessibility at WSM Pride
WSM Pride is for everyone. We know people have different access needs, so we have worked to make the event as welcoming and accessible as possible.
The main event takes place in Grove Park on Saturday 27 June.
The event site will include:
- Step-free access around the main event area
- Larger accessible toilets
- A dedicated accessible viewing area near the stage
- Seating areas where possible
- A range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
- Volunteers and event staff available to help
Blue Lanyards
You can apply for a WSM Pride Blue Lanyard if you have a disability, long-term health condition or additional access need.
A Blue Lanyard gives you:
- Access to the accessible viewing area
- Access for one carer or personal assistant, where needed
- Access to the larger accessible toilet suitable for wheelchair transfer
- Support from event staff where appropriate
When you apply, please let us know if you also need an accessible parking space.
Parking spaces are limited and will be offered on a first come, first served basis.
To help us make sure that accessibility support and facilities are available for the people who need them most, we ask applicants to provide some form of evidence of need where possible. This could include a Blue Badge, PIP/DLA award letter, Access Card, medical letter, or similar documentation.
We understand that not all disabilities are visible and that people may not always have formal evidence available. If you do not have any of the documents listed above, or would prefer not to share them, please get in touch with us anyway. We will consider all requests individually and do our best to provide appropriate support.
Please don't panic if we don't get back to you straight away, there is in fact only one person in the office and she's going as fast as she can!
Stalls and Traders
All stall holders are required to help keep WSM Pride accessible and safe.
Stall holders must:
- Keep walkways clear
- Keep boxes, packaging and equipment within their own stall area
- Make sure pop-up banners and displays do not block routes
- Avoid creating trip hazards, especially for people with visual impairments
- Not use guide ropes
- Keep entrances clear
- Avoid strobe lighting
- Avoid loud music from individual stalls
- Provide a lowered counter section where practical if selling refreshments
- Use non-glass drink containers if selling drinks
Event staff may ask stall holders to move items or make changes if something creates an access issue.
Accessible Viewing Area
There will be a dedicated accessible viewing area near the stage.
This space is for people who may find it difficult to view performances from within the main crowd. This may include wheelchair users, people with mobility impairments, people who cannot stand for long periods, or people with other access needs.
One carer or personal assistant may also use this area with the person they support.
Toilets
Larger accessible toilets will be available on site.
Blue Lanyard holders will have access to the larger accessible toilet suitable for wheelchair transfer.
Bars and Refreshments
A variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be available.
Any stall selling refreshments must use non-glass drink containers.
Before You Come
If you have access needs, we recommend applying for a Blue Lanyard in advance.
You can also contact us before the event if you have questions or need more information.
We Are Still Learning
WSM Pride is organised by volunteers. We are working hard to make the event as accessible as possible, but we know we will not get everything perfect.
If there is something we can do to help you attend safely and comfortably, please get in touch and we will do our best.
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