Plan your visit to Loading Bay

There is no dedicated parking at the venue. The nearest car parks are:

Kirkgate Car Park (Godwin Street): less than 5-minute walk away from Loading Bay
www.kirkgate.co.uk/parking

Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday 9am – 5:30pm | Sunday & Bank Holidays 10:30am – 4:30pm

Broadway Car Park (Hall Ings): less than 10-minute walk from Loading Bay
www.broadwaybradford.com/parking

Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday, 6am until 1am

Loading Bay has three dedicated spaces: a ground floor 200-seater theatre, a first floor gallery and a basement performance and event space. There is lift access to all areas of the building.

We recommend you let our Ticketing team know when booking your tickets if you or anyone in your party has access requirements, and they will advise you on the best seats available: contact [email protected]. Find out more about our access scheme at www.bradford2025.co.uk/accessibility

Loading Bay aims to be an accessible and inclusive space with step free access, wheelchair and carer spaces on the ground floor theatre and a lift to the gallery and basement floors.

Mobility scooters can be parked in the yard – please ask a member of the front of house team who will advise on a suitable location.

Blue Badge Parking
There are four sites for Blue Badge Parking nearby on Piccadilly and Dale Street. (Please note this is max 2 hour stay.)

See a Blue Badge map of Bradford City Centre here: www.bradford.gov.uk/transport-and-travel/parking/disabled-parking-within-bradford-city-centre

Toilets
There are 7 toilets on the ground floor – all gender neutral including an accessible toilet and family change cubicle.

There is an accessible toilet on the ground floor.

Audio Description, BSL (British Sign Language, and Captioning
We aim to make our events as accessible and inclusive as possible. Please check the event page for details of which events will have Audio Description, BSL and/or captioning.

Assistance animals
Guide dogs and Hearing Dogs for the Deaf are very welcome (please let Box Office know when booking seats).

Pet dogs are permitted in Loading Bay Yard but only assistance dogs are welcome throughout our building. If you are planning to bring an assistance dog to a show please let us know in advance by contacting our Ticketing team on [email protected]

Bags and Cloakroom
We do not have a dedicated cloakroom at Loading Bay.

For the safety and comfort of everyone please avoid bringing in large bags/cases to Loading Bay if possible.

Babychanging and breastfeeding
Loading Bay has babychanging facilities and we welcome breastfeeding mums.

Can children come to Loading Bay?
We do not advise that children under 16 years attend our venue without a responsible adult.  We accept no responsibility for any unaccompanied children and reserve the right to refuse entry if the performance is not appropriate for the child. Any trigger/sensitive content will be listed on the event page of our website.

Prayer Room
Our Front of House team can help you find a quiet space for prayer if you need one.

Sensory/ Quiet Space
A quiet space is available in the building – our front of house team will help direct.

Food and Drink
Food and drink are permitted in the Yard. The Loading Bay will have a selection of drinks and snacks available for purchase at selected events. We do accept cash, although please note that payment via card is preferable where possible.

Wifi
Guest Wi-Fi is available throughout the public spaces. Please ask a member of our team when you arrive for details.

Lost Property
For further information on Loading Bay and our facilities please do get in touch with us on [email protected].

For more information about our policies on cancellations, returns and refunds, please see our ticket terms and conditions at www.bradford2025.co.uk/terms-and-conditions

What is the seating capacity of the venue?
196 seats in the ground floor theatre space (including 2 wheelchair spaces)

Is there a box office / ticket office at the venue?
Yes, on performance days, our Ticketing team will be on hand to check your ticket and give you information about upcoming events as part of the Bradford 2025 programme.

What time does the theatre open ahead of a performance?
Audiences will be invited to take their seats 15minutes ahead of the performance

What is your latecomers policy?
If you arrive after the start of the show, our friendly front of house team will direct you to your seats at an appropriate time in the show to minimise disruption. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the time specified on your ticket to avoid disappointment and pay attention to the travel information below.

How do I become a volunteer at Loading Bay?
Our venues and events rely on volunteers and we are always looking for more volunteers for a variety of roles. Find out more at www.bradford2025.co.uk/take-part/volunteer