b-side is on a journey to consider access at the inception of each event, to discover the creative potential of accessible practice, and find new ways to reach, work with, and offer opportunities to everyone.
We try to make our events as accessible as we can. For all our Festivals we offer an Easy Read Guide, free Trishaw rides, and wheelchair-accessible bus tours. We will install ramps where we can at sites that have difficult access and if we can’t we will make sure you have the information before you venture there.
Our artists information panels also have a QR code that can be scanned by a smart phone so you can listen to the artist talking about their work.
Please feel free to contact our access lead, Catherine catherine@b-side.org.uk to discuss your access needs, we will do all we can to help and please feel free to give us feedback so we can improve.
Huge thanks to Weyline who provided two free accessible mini bus tours at the Big Weekend, September 2025.
CyclingWithoutAge.org.uk once again put pedal to the metal, and offered free Trishaw rides to event sites.
Easy Read Guide, with pictograms, symbols and clearly laid out information about all the events and exhibitions at The BIG Weekend..
Download The 2025 BIG Weekend Easy Read Guide here.
Relaxed visits to some of our exhibitions and events - limited numbers for a stress free visit.
We aim to provide FREE sensory bags for adults and children at our events. These bags contain noise cancelling headphones, fidget toys, sunglasses, torches and a small comfort toy.