Encounter Accessibility

We want Encounter Festival to be accessible to all communities from Lancashire and further afield, and we are committed to ensuring that the Encounter event is as inclusive as possible.
Access information for the festival's main indoor venues:
Many of our shows will be outdoors on Preston Flag Market and Winckley Square.
If you need further information on access needs please email info@lancsencounter.co.uk.
Tickets
More information for Encounter Festival 2023 tickets coming soon.
Changing Places toilets
A Changing Places wash room and toilet is available throughout the Encounter weekend at Preston Bus Station.
The toilet includes a hoist and changing benches and is available free of charge for people who have a Radar key.
Useful links
Lists of Council disabled parking can be found by visiting the following:
- Blue badge car parking in Preston: Preston City Council - Blue Badge parking
- Preston Bus Station disabled parking: Lancashire County Council - Preston Bus Station car park.
Lists of private disabled parking can be found by visiting Parkopedia - Parking in Preston.