Takedown Festival 2025

ACCESS INFORMATION

Takedown Festival is pleased to offer a complimentary essential companion ticket for those that would be unable to attend the event without assistance.

Please note that you will be asked to send proof of eligibility:

Front page of DLA/PIP (no specific rate required)
Front page of Attendance Allowance Letter (no specific rate required)
Evidence that registered severely sight impaired (blind)
Blue Badge
We recognise that the evidence above might not include everyone that has an access requirement. If you do not have any of the above evidence but wish to apply for a companion ticket, are ready to make a booking, or have any further questions please reach out to the venue team:

Email: Access@portsmouthguildhall.org.uk

Phone: 02393 870 200 (open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, and on the day/evening of an event)

Postal: FAO Access, Portsmouth Guildhall Box Office, Portsmouth Guildhall, Portsmouth, PO1 2AB

We aim to respond to your access enquiry within 5 working days. We ask that accessible bookings are made through the venue outlet of tickets only.

Our raised viewing platforms for Wheelchair users are located at the Main Stage. Please note, the viewing platforms are subject to capacity. Unreserved seating is available at the Main Stage.

Accessible toilets will be available inside the venue on the Basement level (accessible by lift).

If you need to bring medication onsite with you, please keep it in its original packaging. We recommend you also bring a copy of your doctor’s letter or prescription to ensure security is able to easily identify the medication and allow you entry with it.

The entrance will have an accessible entry point for those unable to queue. Please head to the accessible signage and make yourself known to a member of security or front of house staff.