Access at Undershed
General information about Access at Undershed. Additionally, each exhibition will also have its own access features
Nowism Access Information
Nowism is a multi-media exhibition featuring works-in-progress by four artists. Themes explored include digital futures, art, activism, social justice, community, play and technology.
- There are captions and printed written transcripts available for Deaf and hard of hearing audiences. Please ask the Gallery Assistant if you would like captions activated or a copy of the transcripts.
- There are places to sit throughout the gallery. Benches and stools are available, as well as yoga mats and blankets on request if you need to lie down. If you cannot find a seat and would like one, please speak to a Gallery Assistant.
- All sessions have gentle lighting and ear defenders are available if you need them. Nowism exhibition is designed to be as inclusive and relaxed as possible.
General Access Information
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Watershed's main entrance (which leads to Undershed's entrance, just to the right of the Box Office desk) is on the ground floor and accessible via a ramped, electronically assisted entrance door.
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The entrance to Undershed is ramped and you enter the exhibition space through a curtain. We have worked with access consultants to create environmental elements like signage, manoeuvrability and lighting which are appropriate for some visitors with access needs. Where these can be improved, please let us know.
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There is seating available – a sofa in the welcome area, and seating in the main exhibition space.
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Visitors are welcome to take a break at any time, but please note that we must finish your session on time so this if you take a break you might not complete you session.
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Installations are designed to be as accessible as possible for wheelchair users.
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You are very welcome to wear a mask but we’re unable to guarantee that other visitors or staff will be wearing them too.
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If you would like a tour to familiarise yourself with the space, then please contact us to arrange this. Undershed@watershed.co.uk
Companion tickets are available for those who require them.
If we can do anything to make your visit to Undershed easier, please get in touch with us we'll be happy to help.
Accessible Mailing List
To keep up to date about Watershed's accessible events please sign up to our Accessible Mailing List. You can also let us know about your access requirements by signing up to our Access Register.
Watershed Access
Our building is accessible, our staff are BSL trained, we have toilets for everyone and we run an accessible programme of screenings, events and exhibitions.