July 9th - 12th 2019
INFORMATION FOR TICKET HOLDERS
Accessible Ticket Holders who require a Carer
People with disabilities who need a carer to look after them during the event need to register for a carer ticket by emailing the address below with their full name making sure to put CARER TICKET in the subject box.
If you use a Wheelchair and would like access to our raised platform it is very important that you let us know in the email as this will determine how big we build the platform, there will also be some chairs available on the platform if requested
On arrival to the show you will need to report to the box office with your carer to pick up the correct passes, The Box office will be positioned right outside the main entrance by the Cathedral Tower. Along with your purchased ticket you will need to produce a DID card (or accredited equivalent) with photo ID. Your carer will be expected to accompany you throughout the event.
The ruins are reasonably flat and are a mixture of slabs with some cobbled areas. There is a slight change in the gradient at the north and south aisles. Please take care in the Ruins as there are many raised column bases, tombs & memorials. The paving is uneven in places and can be slippery in wet weather or freezing conditions, Please be aware most of the streets surrounding the Ruins are cobbled.
There is only limited disabled parking on the Cathedral site, next to the Chapel of Unity on St Michael’s Avenue
Finding the Cathedral Ruins
Located in the heart of Coventry the Ruins are a 10-15 minute walk or 5 minute taxi ride from the railway station, and about 100 metres from the main Bus Station. The main entrance to the Site will be at the Tower end of the Ruins on Bayley Lane and Cuckoo Lane. Postcode is CV1 5AB
Parking
There will be no dedicated parking for this event. The nearest public car parks to the Cathedral are in Cox Street CV1 5GA (short stay) or Lower Ford Street CV1 5PS (long stay)
Timings of the Event
Doors will open at 7pm each night
Support bands will play from 7.45pm - 8.15pm
DJ between bands
The Specials will be on stage at 8.45pm with the show finishing at 10.45pm each night.
DJ after bands until 11.30pm
Please note once you are in the venue there will be no re-entry to the site
Support Artist Information
The Specials have invited local bands to support with a different band each night as follows
Tues 9th - BARBDWIRE - www.facebook.com/barbdwirecov
Wed 10th - THE DUCK THIEVES - www.facebook.com/duckthieves
Thurs 11th - THE VOODO KINGS - www.facebook.com/Voodoo-Central-149286141838844
Fri 12th - THE LLOYD MCGATH COLLECTIVE - www.facebook.com/thelloydmcgrathcollective
Tickets
All these shows are sold out. Please note that tickets are non-transferable.
Age & ID
These shows are for people over the age of 14, A responsible adult MUST accompany any person who is under the age of 16. Identification will be required and under-16s will be refused entry without an adult. We will be operating a Challenge 25 policy at all bars on site.
Acceptable Forms of ID:
A European Union photocard driving licence
A Ministry of Defence Form 90 (Defence Identity Card)
A photographic identity card bearing the national Proof of Age Standards Scheme (PASS) hologram
A national identity card issued by a European Union member state (other than the United Kingdom), Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland
A Biometric Immigration Document.Please remember that there is no automatic right of entry to licensed premises nor is there an automatic right to service of alcohol. Service is always discretionary.
Security
For the safety of our customers and staff, security will be conducting stringent searches at the entrance. Anyone found to be carrying illicit items will have them confiscated and may be removed from the event and handed over to the police where necessary. Please do not attempt to bring any of the following items inside the event:
Fireworks, lasers, laser pens, or flares
Alcohol, illicit drugs, or legal highs including nitrous oxide
Animals (with the exception of guide dogs)
Selfie sticks
Umbrellas
Glass
Cans
Food & Drink
Unauthorised or Counterfeit Merchandise
Hi Vis waistcoats, jackets or vests
Bicycles or scooters
Cool boxes / picnic hampers
Any type of Paint or Marker Pen
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s); commonly known as ‘Drones’ or ‘Remotely Piloted Aircraft’
Professional tape recorders, film and video equipment (without written approval)
Any object that the event considers to be potentially harmful to public safety, being a single item or a potential component part for another object.
Anything which could be considered an offensive weapon or could cause danger or a nuisance
Please ensure that you don’t have any of these items on your person as we are not able to return anything that is confiscated at the gate.
Food & Drink
Outside food and drink (including alcohol) is not allowed inside the event, with the exception of attendees with specific dietary requirements backed up by a doctor’s note. This is a condition of our license and it is something we must enforce in order to secure permission for the event to go ahead. There will be a reasonably-priced bar and traders on-site providing refreshments all day long. There will be vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options available at the event.
We have a drinking water point on site to refill your own plastic bottles throughout the day.
Lost Property
If you lose or find something at the event, please go to the box office at the main entrance. All lost property from the event will be kept for a month after the event and then recycled where possible or disposed of.
Special Effects
Please be aware that strobe lighting and other special effects may be used as part of performances during the evening.
First Aid & Welfare
There will be an onsite medical centre with fully qualified staff just inside the Main Entrance. Please make yourself aware of it’s locations when you arrive.
Onsite Emergency Services
Police, Ambulance Teams and a Fire Response personell will all be onsite situated near the main entrance. If you need any assistance alert a member of Security or the Stewarding Team rather than calling 999 as our onsite teams will be able to deal with most incidents. If you suspect somebody is unwell take him or her to the medical facility near the entrance. If in severe cases they are not moving, please do not attempt to move them – alert a Steward immediately who will call for the exact help needed. If you take any medication regularly, remember to bring it with you and make your friends aware of any illness of allergies you may have. Look after yourself and those around you.
Health & Safety Planning
Public health and safety is our priority. Our event plans will be constantly reviewed by the Safety Advisory Group, whose members include West Midlands Police, West Midlands Fire & Rescue, West Midlands Ambulance Service and relevant council departments. This will help to ensure that our event is carried out professionally and safely.
Valuables & Safety
We recommend taking some easy steps to maximise your enjoyment of the day. Keep money, mobile phones and cameras on your person at all times. If you suspect you have had something stolen, please check with the Box Office (just inside the Main Gate) to see if it has been handed in before reporting it to the police. Make yourself aware of the location of the emergency exits, and follow any instructions given to you by security or stewards. In the unlikely event that you witness dangerous or antisocial behaviour move away and alert security if they are not already in the immediate vicinity.
Toilets
Please make sure that you do use the loos provided. There are ample toilet facilities on site that are cleaned and re-stocked throughout the evening.
Waste & Rubbish
As part of our best sustainable practices we will have a full waste management plan in place to include a commitment to recycling all litter that we possibly can from the site. The site be covered by our litter pickers and waste management each day
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