Power of Place: Accessibility Information

This guide has details about the accessibility of the venue for Power of Place.

If you have any questions about the accessibility of the event or how we can make the event more inclusive, please email us at: enquiries@mdmidlands.org.uk

Venue Address: Thinktank, Level 3 Event Space, Millennium Point

What 3 words: adopt.ritual.civic 

Is blue badge parking available?

The closest car park to Thinktank is the Millennium Point car park located-on Howe Street, off Jennens Road.  It is operated by Birmingham City Council and charges will apply.   It has 33 designated blue badge bays in their car park, with the bays spread across levels 1-7 (except level 3), and the majority of the bays being located on levels 1 and 2 which are accessible to Thinktank.

For google maps and Sat Nav use postcode B4 7AP and select the car park name.

Please note, this car park is in Birmingham's Clear Air Zone.  

Parking is free of charge for Blue Badge holders in all Birmingham City Council operated car parks, including Millennium Point multi-storey car park. The car park operates on a Pay on Exit basis, and the driver will need to take a ticket from the barrier to enter the car park but prior to exiting they can have their ticket validated for free exit at the security office, located on the ground floor of the car park. The badge holder will need to present in order for the ticket to be validated for free exit.

Is the venue easy to find? 

Yes, the venue is easy to locate. Please refer to your attendee pack for information on how to get here and how to find it.

Are there accessible toilets?

There are accessible toilets in the Event Suite.  This is all on one level.

Are guide dogs welcome? 

Guide dogs are welcome.

Is there an Induction loop? 

A portable induction loop is available for the event.  If you require this, please let us know so that we can support you throughout the event.

Will there be auto-captioning during the event?

Auto-captioning will be available on the Theatre main stage for the plenary sessions. Breakout sessions will take place in other rooms within the event space. While the Theatre sessions will continue to have auto-captioning, we cannot guarantee it in the other rooms. If you have any concerns, please contact us to confirm which sessions will be held in the Theatre.

Is free water available? 

Free water will be provided throughout the event. Tea and coffee will also be provided.

Is there a lift?

Lifts are available within Millennium Point to access Thinktank. All lifts feature a combination of glass and metal.

Are there any steps to get to the venue? 

There are stairs to get to the venue, if preferred to use. Lifts are available. Once in the event suite there aren't any steps and accessible seating is available in the theatre where the main stage plenary sessions will take place.

Is there a dedicated quiet area? 

Use of the reception area in the Event Suite can be used as a quiet area if you need to take a break.

Is there a dedicated prayer space? 

There is a dedicated prayer room on level 2.

Will there be support on the day?

On the day of the event, the MDM team will be easily recognisable by their light blue lanyards.

If anyone requires any assistance or support throughout the day, please don’t hesitate to approach a team member.

If you have any accessibility requirements and wish to discuss these with the team prior to the event, please get in touch with us at enquiries@mdmidlands.org.uk