The Foundry
Plan smarter, feel more confident and get a true sense of this space before your visit.
Know before you go
Everyone deserves to feel confident and comfortable when visiting a new place. This page gives you a clear overview of the key accessibility and sensory details so you can plan ahead, make informed choices, and feel fully prepared before your vist.
From access and lift availability to sensory environments and family-friendly facilities, we’ve gathered everything you need to know, because feeling welcome starts before you even arrive.
♿️ Access
Accessible via the East Entrance. The main entrance on Level 4 also offers level access with push pad doors and an elevator to Level 2.
🏢 Floors & Lifts
Multiple floors; lift access available.
🚾 Accessible Toilets
Located in both Foundry and Fusion, accessible via a Radar Key. Staff assistance is available if needed.
🐶 Assistance Animals
Welcome in all venues. It's advisable to inform the venue in advance.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
Not typically family-oriented.
🌐 Virtual Walkthrough
Virtual walkthrough coming soon.
🛎 Staff Awareness
Trained to assist with accessibility needs.
📆 Busy Times
Peak times on Friday and Saturday evenings.
⚠️ Trigger Warnings
Strobe lighting, lighting that produces stroboscopic effects, smoke machines and other theatrical effects may be used during shows.
👂 Sensory Environment
Loud and busy during events, quiet room available.
🚘 Parking
No on-site parking. The nearest recommended facility is Q-Park on Durham Road (S10 2JA), approximately 240 meters from the main entrance, which includes disabled parking bays.
🎟️ Bookings
Required for ticketed events.
A Closer Look
Take control of your experience with a full 360° virtual walkthrough. Move through the space freely, zoom in on key features, and make informed decisions before your visit.
More From the Venue
"At Foundry, we believe in equal opportunities and are committed to being inclusive and making the venue accessible to all. Foundry is within Sheffield Students’ Union and is alongside two smaller venues, Studio and Fusion. Foundry follows Attitude is Everything’s guidelines to improve deaf and disabled people's access to live music, by working in partnership with audiences, artists and the music industry."
Venue Address
Sheffield Students Union, Entertainments Department, Western Bank, S10 2TG
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