Access Guide
Any accessible tickets and requests must be booked via the venue and are subject to availability. They can be contacted via events@unionchapel.org.uk (9.30am to 5.30pm, Monday - Friday).
Accessibility information can be found here: https://unionchapel.org.uk/accessibility
The 3 steps at the main entrance are ramped, the ground floor of the Chapel is fully accessible. Please note we have two wheelchair ramps available. One at the front of the venue and one at the back entrance. It is safest for electric wheelchair users to gain access via the rear of the Chapel, so please confirm whether it is a manual or powered wheelchair when contacting the venue.
Lighting
Please be aware the corridors can appear dimly lit in the evenings.
Stage lighting, which can include LED lighting, will be used for all concerts. Tealights (small candles) are also used for all concerts around the edge of the auditorium balcony.
Building Access
Access is via the main entrance on Compton Terrace (N1 2UN). There are 3 stone steps at the main entrance. If you require ramped access please contact the office in advance so that we can have the ramp ready for you, door staff will also be on hand to provide assistance.
Please note that until the end of 2011 there is scaffold in place at the front of Union Chapel which extends out onto the pavement.
Due to the nature of the building please be aware that the corridors and doorways are often tight or narrow with dim lighting and the floor surface can be uneven. Stewards are on hand to provide assistance but if this might be a significant hindrance we would recommend bringing a career. Carers do not need to buy a ticket but please inform us in advance if a carer will be accompanying you.
Union Chapel office: events@unionchapel.org.uk / 0207 226 1686 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-6pm).
Toilets
There is one wheelchair accessible toilet located on the ground floor, accessed from the righthand side of the stage in the Chapel. This area is the section reserved for wheelchair users for convenience.
For backstage/rehearsal access the accessible toilet is accessed from the courtyard.
Bar access
The bar is located on the first floor via the door on the lefthand side of the stage. There is one 8 inch step as you come out of the chapel (no ramp) and then a stairlift; please ask a member of staff for assistance operating. There is a longer alternative route avoiding this step is available, please ask a member of staff if you require assistance.
Although there is a no alcohol policy in the Chapel, we can make exceptions when it is not practical for a customer to reach the bar. Please contact the office in advance to make arrangements.
Union Chapel office: events@unionchapel.org.uk / 0207 226 1686 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-6pm).
Parking
Union Chapel dosen't have its own car park or disabled parking bay, but given that the parking restrictions in our area this is not normally an issue.
Please check full details on disabled parking in Islington on the Islington Council website.
Public Transport
Union Chapel is approx. 200m from Highbury & Islington station, served by the Victoria line, the London Overground and mainline train services. Only platforms for London Overground lines are accessible by wheelchair.
For detailed travel planning information, please visit Transport for London journey planner.
