Welcome
Welcome to CCA.
Situated on Sauchiehall Street in Glasgow city centre, CCA is a hub for arts events, cultural organisations and artists. Alongside CCA's visual arts programme of exhibitions, artists' events and residencies, the venue is host to a range of festivals, creative organisations and arts groups who bring their own events to CCA through our open-source approach to programming. At the heart of all our activities is the desire to work with artists, commission new projects and present them to the widest possible audience. CCA also produces a range of artist residencies, both in the venue and internationally.
Level access
There is level access from the main entrance to:
GalleryCinemaTheatreCreative LabIntermedia GalleryClubroomBox OfficeSaramago Terrace BarGround floor toiletsFirst floor toiletsSecond floor toiletSaramago Cafe BarWelcome HomeAye-Aye BooksHearing
Visual
General
Getting here
For further information on accessible travel in Scotland, go to Transport Scotland.Travel by public transport
The nearest train station is Charing Cross, which is about five minutes journey from CCA. Exit the station and turn right for ramp and stair access, and travel round the hotel to the right, and then left to Bath Street along level paving. Turn right and travel along Bath Street, using dropped kerb crossings at Elmbank Street and Holland Street and up a small incline before crossing the road at a dropped kerb crossing with lights before Pitt Street. Travel along the left side of Pitt Street towards Sauchiehall Street for a dropped kerb crossing over Sauchiehall Lane. Use the dropped kerb crossing at the end of Pitt Street to reach CCA. Alternative routes to Sauchiehall Street are available via Elmbank Street and Holland Street, though there are non-flat crossings along these routes.
The closest Underground station is Cowcaddens, which is around five-ten minutes journey from CCA. From the station, exit right and go through the underpass. Turn left up a steep incline with handrails on either side, then turn right and travel along Cambridge Street towards Sauchiehall Street. There are two crossings with dropped kerbs on this route, the first without lights and the second with. Turn right on Sauchiehall Street and travel up a small incline. There are level crossings from Rose Street to CCA.
Travel by taxi
Parking
There is limited on-street metered parking on Sauchiehall Street and surrounding area.
There are two blue-badge parking spaces available on Pitt Street at the junction with Sauchiehall Street, which are in view of CCA.
The nearest multi-story car park is City Parking at Charing Cross (www.cityparkingglasgow.co.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2180). There are seven disabled bays at Charing Cross car park – all located on ground level. This is a barrier car park and charges apply to all vehicles at all times. This car park is ticketed, paid parking. There is lift access in the car park.
There is a level crossing on the corner of Sauchiehall Street and Scott Street if approaching from the centre of town; there is also a dropped kerb at the Sauchiehall Street pedestrian crossing adjacent to CCA.
Arrival
Path to main entrance
Main entrance
The main door is at pavement level on Sauchiehall Street. There are two non-automatic doors at the entrance measuring 90cm / 35.5 inches wide. One door opens inwards to the building and the other opens outwards onto Sauchiehall Street.
There is also an entrance on Scott Street, located off a steep hill with nine steps to the door. There are two non-automatic exterior doors, each measuring 85cm / 33.5 inches wide, and the two interior doors are 80cm / 31.5 inches wide. For level access, please go to Sauchiehall Street.
Getting around inside
Lift
Lift to all floors
Ticket/ information desk
Box Office
From 10am to 6pm, Monday - Saturday and 12noon to 6pm on Sunday, Box Office staff will be available to provide assistance as required.
The box office is located at the entrance in the main foyer reception; it is an open desk with no glass.
There is a lowered section of the desk and a hearing loop at reception.
We provide a complimentary ticket to events for an accompanying carer.
There are three tables with bench seating available for general public use. This area is not licensed, but you are welcome to use the tables for refreshments, meetings or rest.
The CCA brochure and Saramago menu are both available in large print format from the CCA box office.
Venue maps are available in the foyer, and a large print version is available from box office. You are welcome to take these throughout the building.
Things to See and Do
Gallery
The gallery has two entrances. The entrance used depends on the exhibition, but one set of doors will always be in use. The first set of doors (next to the main stairs) measure 110cm / 43.5 inches in width (one door). When both doors are open this measures 218cm / 86 inches in width. The second set of doors (by the cinema) measure 125cm / 49 inches in width.
The Gallery is accessible by wheelchair, but please note there is a lip on the threshold of the entrance.
There is a narrow corridor connecting the largest space within the gallery to the smallest gallery space; this measures 80cm / 31.5 inches.
Front of House staff will be seated in the gallery throughout opening times, you are very welcome to approach a member of Gallery staff if you require any assistance or information.
Please note that the exhibition in the main gallery changes every two months, for information related to the current exhibition, please contact us on 0141 352 4900 or gen@cca-glasgow.com
Cinema
The Cinema is on a level access floor with two doors. The first door is a sliding door which is 117cm / 46 inches wide, the interior cinema door is 90cm / 35.5 inches wide and opens outwards towards the cafe.
The cinema has raked seating, with removable seats for wheelchair spaces.
Additional seats, up to a full row, can be removed from the Cinema to create wheelchair spaces, with advance notice. There is one step for each row of seating, each 15cm / 5.8 inches in height, with the front rows at ground level.
There is a hearing loop in the Cinema. The best area for receiving this is in the centre of the seating rows. The hearing loop is connected to the audio feed for the film, and for presentations using a microphone.
Some film screenings have English subtitles. Please check event listings on the CCA website for details – www.cca-glasgow.com.
If we have flash or strobe lighting during any performance in CCA, there will be notices on display in the venue. Where we know about flash or strobe lighting in advance, this will also be noted on the event listing on the CCA website.
Advanced booking is possible for ticketed events in the cinema. You can let us know of access requirements in advance, or on arrival.
Theatre
The theatre is a multi-purpose space, used for gigs, theatre performances, conferences, film screenings, and more. For seated events with the seating bank in place, the seating bank in the theatre has one step per row, each 15cm / 5.8 inches in height. Removable chairs are in place in the theatre, which enable us to accommodate wheelchairs of any size. For seated events without the seating bank (e.g. conferences), chairs can be removed to accommodate wheelcahirs of any size. For unseated events (e.g. gigs), wheelchairs can be accommodated; please contact us if you require further information for arrangements for any events.
There is no permanent hearing loop available in the Theatre. A hearing loop may be available where requested by our programme partners; please see our website for event details.
Creative Lab
The Creative Lab is an artist residency space. It is occasionally open to public access, please ask CCA staff on arrival if you would like to visit the Creative Lab. Artists working in the space sometimes present their work to the public in an event (Q&A, screening, viewing). When there is an event in the Creative Lab, it will be listed on the CCA website.
The Creative Lab door is 95cm / 37.5 inches and there are flat floors throughout the space.
Intermedia Gallery
All exhibitions in Intermedia Gallery will be attended by an invigilator who can provide assistance as requested. Exhibitions change on a regular basis - please see our website for accessibility details for each exhibition.
Clubroom
The Clubroom is accessible from the second floor lift entrance along a level corridor. Please note that there are three sets of heavy doors along this corridor. The first two doors open inwards and measure 122cm / 48 inches wide when both are opened. The third door opens outwards and measures 70cm / 27.5 inches wide. The final set of doors to the Clubroom is a double door opening inwards which measures 129cm / 50.5 inches in width. Most Clubroom events will be attended by the event organiser, otherwise CCA staff can provide assistance
Saramago Terrace Bar
There is a mix of indoor and outdoor seating in the Terrace Bar. There is some fixed bench seating in the Terrace Bar, but the majority of tables and chairs are not fixed to the floor. Table service is available if required; please speak to a member of staff on arrival. There is no lowered counter access at the bar.
Public toilet
Ground floor toilets
There are two unisex accessible toilets on the ground floor, with level access and handrails, located at the rear of the Cafe Bar. While both ground floor toilets are accessible, the second toilet is more easily accessible due to the distance from the corridor door. Automated hand dryers are installed in each of the accessible cubicles.
Each accessible toilet has an alarm cord for any users who experience difficulties. This is linked to our intruder alarm system, which notifies the Duty Manager of any activation. The Duty Manager will attend to these activations immediately. Each toilet also has non-slip vinyl flooring.
Public toilet
First floor toilets
Each accessible toilet has an alarm cord for any users who experience difficulties. This is linked to our intruder alarm system, which notifies the Duty Manager of any activation. The Duty Manager will attend to these activations immediately. Each toilet also has non-slip vinyl flooring.
Public toilet
Second floor toilet
There are three sets of heavy doors along the corridor to access this toilet from the lift. The first two doors open inwards and measure 122cm / 48 inches wide when both are opened. The third door opens outwards and measures 70cm / 27.5 inches wide. Please note that the second floor toilet does not have side transfer space. Please use the facilities on the ground or first floor if you require transfer space. Each accessible toilet has an alarm cord for any users who experience difficulties. This is linked to our intruder alarm system, which notifies the Duty Manager of any activation. The Duty Manager will attend to these activations immediately.
Shop
Welcome Home
During opening hours, staff can assist you with access to items that are on high shelves or in non-accessible areas of the shops. The floor is a mix of cement and tiles and there is a clear level floor access to the main atrium (containing the Cafe, Gallery, Cinema, toilets and lift) which measures 274cm / 108 inches in width.
Shop
Aye-Aye Books
During opening hours, staff can assist you with access to items that are on high shelves or in non-accessible areas of the shop. The floor is a mix of cement and tiles and there is a clear level floor access to the main atrium (containing the Cafe, Gallery, Cinema, toilets and lift) which measures 274cm / 108 inches in width.
Place to eat and drink
Saramago Cafe Bar
Getting around outside
Customer care support
Sockets are available at the ground floor foyer. Please ask the Duty Manager if you require assistance in locating these.
Emergency evacuation procedures
Customer care support
There will be a Duty Manager on site at all times during opening hours.
We offer informal introductions and tours to blind and partially-sighted visitors. For details, please email boxoffice@cca-glasgow.com in advance.
We welcome trained assistance dogs. A water bowl is available on request. Non-working dogs are only permitted in the Terrace Bar and main foyer. Guide dogs are allowed throughout the building, with their owner.