Q: Who is the Disabled Access Officer at Celtic Football Club?

Alexis Dobbin is Celtic's Disability Access Officer. Alexis is based at Celtic Park and is available to discuss any aspects of supporter accessibility across the club or on a matchday: Tel: 0141 551 4373 or Email: alexis.dobbin@celticfc.co.uk

Question 1

Who is the Disabled Access Officer at Celtic Football Club?

Accepted Answer

Alexis Dobbin is Celtic&#x27;s Disability Access Officer. Alexis is based at Celtic Park and is available to discuss any aspects of supporter accessibility across the club or on a matchday: Tel: 0141 551 4373 or Email: alexis.dobbin@celticfc.co.uk

Question 2

Who are the Celtic Disabled Supporters Association?

Accepted Answer

Celtic Disabled Supporters Association (CDSA) are the recognised representative body of disabled Celtic supporters. Membership is free and all disabled Celtic supporters, their family & friends are welcome to join the CDSA. You can find out more information on the CDSA website: http://www.celticdsa.co.uk/

Question 3

How do I qualify for accessible seating at Celtic Park?

Accepted Answer

Supporters must be in receipt of a higher rate of DLA or enhanced rate of PIP to qualify.

Question 4

Is there a waiting list for the accessible seating areas at Celtic Park and if so how do I join?

Accepted Answer

There is a waiting list for the accessible seating areas. If you are interested in joining this please email dao@celticfc.co.uk providing your name, address, date of birth and contact telephone number. You will also be asked to show proof of receipt of higher rate of DLA/enhanced rate of PIP.

Question 5

When are accessible match tickets made available for games at Celtic Park and how do I purchase them?

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Match ticket availability for the home and away accessible seating areas are can be found on the Accessible Tickets page. Enquiries about purchasing tickets should be emailed to accessibleseating@celticfc.co.uk Please note, there is a very limited number of tickets available for home matches and priority for these will be given to those on the accessible waiting list. Personal Assistant seats available within the accessible seating areas for supporters who require assistance.

Question 6

Is there a separate entrance at Celtic Park for Ambulant Supporters?

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If you are an ambulant disabled supporter attending the game, you can enter the stadium through specified gates instead of the turnstile entry points. Accessibility Stewards will be on hand to assist.

Question 7

Can I bring a Personal Assistant to the match at Celtic Park?

Accepted Answer

Where the need for personal assistance has been identified and agreed in advance, the personal assistant (who is responsible for your care), will be provided with a ticket. We appreciate that every individual experiences their disability very differently and accordingly, we endeavour to avoid making generalisations. Therefore each request for a personal assistant ticket will be reviewed on a case by case basis.

Question 8

Do you provide storage for wheelchairs at Celtic Park?

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We have wheelchairs available to borrow for supporters who require assistance on a match day. If you are looking to store your own wheelchair please email dao@celticfc.co.uk for assistance.

Question 9

Do you have accessible kiosk units at Celtic Park?

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There are low level counter kiosks located on the NW Viewing Platform (TBV), South Stand next to Gate 2 and also the North Stand Lower. There are alternative menu formats available at the kiosks in both braille and large print. For away supporters there are accessible food kiosks located in the away section close to the wheelchair platform.

Question 10

Where are the accessible toilets located at Celtic Park?

Accepted Answer

The green circles on the stadium map show where the accessible toilets are located. There is now a Changing Places facility located in the North Stand, marked on the map with the purple triangle. You can at https://www.celticfc.com/visit-celtic-park/getting-to-celtic-park/celtic-park-maps. For away supporters accessible toilets are located in the away section close to the wheelchair platform.

Question 11

Is there a club shop on site at Celtic Park?

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Yes there is a club superstore located at the Celtic Way which is open 7 days a week, including post-match on a home match day. The superstore has automatic doors, a low level serving counter and staff on hand to assist. On a non-matchday there are accessible parking bays available in the superstore car park. Superstore Opening Times: Monday to Friday: 9am - 5:30pm, Saturday: 9am - 6pm Sunday: 11am - 5pm, Midweek matchday: Celtic Superstore remains open until 10pm.

Question 12

Do you have audio descriptive commentary (ADC) available for games at Celtic Park?

Accepted Answer

Yes, ADC is available to our supporters in the Visually Impaired Section and to any other supporter who requires this within the Stadium. Please email dao@celticfc.co.uk for further information and to arrange an audio box.

Question 13

Are blankets provided in the accessible seating areas at Celtic Park?

Accepted Answer

Blankets (subject to availability) are available to supporters who require them. If you require the use of a blanket please email dao@celticfc.co.uk at least one day before the game to arrange.

Question 14

I have reduced mobility, are there alternative stadium entrances at Celtic Park?

Accepted Answer

Temporarily disabled supporters (eg leg injury) who cannot enter by turnstile and require access through the Accessible Entrances should email dao@celticfc.co.uk at least two days before the game to arrange an access pass.

Question 15

Is there dedicated accessible parking at Celtic Park?

Accepted Answer

The Celtic Disabled Supporters Association (CDSA) allocate all parking spaces for blue badge holders at Celtic Park. The car parks are located between the East Stand and the Lisbon Lions 2 car park (enter via “ES 27” area), and an area of the Jock Stein Upper coach park. These car parks close 1 hour prior to kick-off. The CDSA hold ballots on a match by match basis, supporters wishing to apply for car parking places should register at parking@celticdsa.co.uk stating the preferred car park, if you don&#x27;t have access to email, please call 07514 059870 to apply. Away supporters can request a place in their segregated area by emailing parking@celticdsa.co.uk or calling 07514 059870. Further details can be found at http://www.celticdsa.co.uk/parking/

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