Access for All

Access for All

The Technique Stadium is proud to be an accessible venue. Our range of inclusive information, facilities and guest services have been carefully designed to give you the best possible experience with us.

 

Plan your Visit

We strive to make our stadium a welcoming place and the best it can be. To help you prepare for your visit, you will find all the information you need here.

 

Guests with Reduced Mobility

Matchday Parking

There are 22 disabled parking spaces for home fans which are sold on a seasonal basis. Due to this, unfortunately there are no disabled parking spaces available on a match to match basis. However, drop off points are available throughout the car park.

We have four Blue Badge disabled spaces available for away fans, located close to the Harold Lilleker & Sons (North) Stand. More spaces can be accommodated in the away coach parking area. These are based on a first come, first served basis, with a charge of £7 made payable on the day at reception. Please ring the club to make this arrangement.

 

Matchday Stadium Access

Wheelchair Disabled

We have designated areas in each stand for wheelchair users. Carers who have medium/higher carer up to date paperwork will be admitted free of charge.

 

Ambulant Disabled

Supporters who are ambulant disabled are seated in each of the stands. Those requiring a carer are asked to provide proof of eligibility.

The evidence we require is issued by the Department of Works and Pensions, showing the disability allowance is in the middle or higher band of care.

A note of seat allocation will be taken at time of purchase to comply with the stadium emergency evacuation procedure.

Tickets for access to the wheelchair platforms can only be purchased in person from the ticket office by providing the above evidence of eligibility.

 

Harold Lilleker & Sons Ltd (North) Stand – Raised platform for wheelchair users. This stand may be used by away fans.
 

Karen Child Community (East) Stand – High level platform to rear of the stand for wheelchair users (accessed via lift). Pitch level viewing area for wheelchair users. The northerly section of this stand may be occasionally be used by away fans.

Motan Colortonic (South) Stand – Raised platform and pitch level viewing available.

The Van Yard (West) Stand – High level platform to rear of the stand (accessed via lift) and pitch level are available.

The age-related ticket price will be charged. To be entitled to a free season/matchday ticket for a personal assistant, documents proving receipt of Disability Living Allowance (middle or higher care component) or proof of hearing/vision loss should be produced.

 

Concourses

All concourses inside the stadium have wheelchair-friendly counters, serving hot and cold food and drinks.

 

Access to First Floor

Lifts provide access to the first floor via the main reception area and the reception area in the HUB.

 

Changing Places Facility

The stadium was one of the first football stadiums in the UK to house a Changing Places facility. This is located just off the reception area in the HUB, providing a suitable space with a height-adjustable changing bench and ceiling-track hoist to enable users to change in comfort.

 

Accessible Toilets

Supporters in all of the stands have access to accessible toilets. Accessible toilets are also available in the hospitality area in The Van Yard (West) Stand

 

Mobility Scooter

A mobility scooter is available to use which is located in the HUB. This can be loaned for use at the stadium, subject to availability.

 

Visitors with Hearing Loss

An Induction Loop is available inside the stadium. Hearing aids should be turned to the ‘T’ position.

 

Visitors with Vision Loss

A dedicated audio described commentary service is available at all competitive Chesterfield FC fixtures played at the stadium, with headsets provided to home and away supporters. Please contact the club in advance to arrange the use of a headset.

 

Enquiries

If you have any enquiries regarding our facilities or accessibility, please contact our disability co-ordinator Karen Wood on 01246 269300 or e-mail [email protected]