Accessibility
We look forward to welcoming you to the Global Agritourism Conference in Aberdeen. This page aims to help attendees plan their visit and contains resources to help everyone feel prepared for a great event. If you would benefit from any additional resources during the event, please feel welcome to contact us or indicate during registration.
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Travel Information - Getting to P&J Live
P&J Live is located near Aberdeen International Airport, approximately 6 miles northwest of Aberdeen city centre. It benefits from excellent transport links and is designed to be accessible for all visitors.
By Bus
Stagecoach services run through the event complex daily, with bus stops located a short walk from P&J Live, behind Aloft TECA. The PJ1 bus service operates on selected event days from Aberdeen Union Square to P&J Live, with the bus stop located behind the Hilton TECA.
All Stagecoach buses are equipped with:
• Low entrances that can "kneel" to kerb height for step-free access where possible
• Retractable boarding ramps for wheelchair access
• Flat areas on the lower deck (with no internal steps)
• High visibility handrails
• A dedicated wheelchair space
• Drivers trained to assist passengers
By Taxi
There is a taxi pick-up and drop-off point located on the P&J Live site. The drop-off point is located to the left of the main piazza when exiting the building.
Most major taxi apps (Uber, Bolt) operate in Aberdeen. Local taxi companies include:
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Rainbow City Taxis (01224 878787) - Offers wheelchair accessible vehicles
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Aberdeen Taxis (01224 200200) - Offers wheelchair accessible vehicles
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ComCab Aberdeen (01224 353535) - All vehicles are wheelchair accessible
By Train
Aberdeen Railway Station is located in the city centre, approximately 6 miles from P&J Live. The station is fully accessible with step-free access. From the station, you can take:
• A taxi directly to P&J Live (approximately 15-20 minutes)
• The PJ1 bus service from Union Square (on event days)
• Regular Stagecoach services to the venue
By Car
P&J Live has extensive parking facilities including dedicated accessible parking spaces:
• Blue Badge parking is available in both the overground and subterranean car park levels, subject to availability on a first-come, first-served basis
• When entering via the subterranean car park, accessible visitors may utilise the VIP entrance to avoid queuing
• Accessible visitors entering from the overground car park on the main piazza may also utilise the VIP entrance at the main doors
Accessibility at the Venue
P&J Live prides itself on being accessible to everyone. The venue has been designed to modern accessibility standards with a range of facilities to ensure all attendees can fully participate in the conference.
Navigating the Venue
The venue features:
• Level access throughout
• Clear signage and wayfinding
• Helpful staff who can provide assistance
• Lifts to all floors
A building layout plan will be available on our website closer to the event and will also be available onsite.
Accessible Entrances
All entrances at P&J Live have level access that lead to lifts and escalators. Accessible visitors may utilise the VIP entrance to avoid queuing.
Lifts
All areas of the venue can be reached by lift. Lifts are spacious and equipped with audio announcements and tactile buttons.
Hearing Assistance
If you have any specific requests for hearing support such as use of the venue's Hearing Loop, British Sign Language interpretation, or captioning, please advise us during registration. To allow us to make reasonable adjustments to provide additional services, please allow us as much notice prior to the event date as possible.
Toilet Facilities
The venue has accessible toilets on all floors. Additionally, P&J Live features a Changing Places facility on the main concourse level, providing a spacious environment that is safe, clean, comfortable and accessible to all who require it. This facility includes:
• Height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench
• Hoist system
• Adequate space for the disabled person and up to two carers
• Centrally placed toilet with room either side for carers
• Privacy screen
• Wide paper roll
• Large waste bin for disposable pads
Finding Accessible Hospitality in Aberdeen
Aberdeen offers a range of accessible accommodation and dining options. The city centre has seen significant modernisation, but like many Scottish cities, it also has historic buildings with varying levels of accessibility.
We recommend:
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Using Euan's Guide (euansguide.com) - A disability access review website and app that helps locate venues with specific accessibility features
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Checking with hotels directly about their accessibility facilities
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Considering the hotels adjacent to P&J Live (Hilton TECA and Aloft TECA), which offer modern accessible rooms and are connected to the venue
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Visit the VisitAberdeenshire website for more local tips and accessible attractions.
For conference activities, we have chosen venues with excellent accessibility, however some tours may not be suitable for individuals with accessibility requirements, if you have any questions on this, please contact GAC2026@abbeyconferences.com
Wheelchair Spaces
P&J Live has accessible seating in every session room. If you require specific seating arrangements, please indicate this during registration.
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome at the venue. At the time of registering, you will be asked if you have any accessibility requirements. Please advise us if an assistance dog will be accompanying you to the venue. We ask that the dog remains with the owner at all times.
Special Medical Needs
If you have any specific special or medical needs, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us prior to your visit so that we can work together to make your experience as smooth as possible at the conference.
Hidden Disabilities & Neurodiversity at the Conference
The Global Agritourism Conference is dedicated to making this a welcoming event for everyone and ensuring all attendees have the right information and tools to get the most out of the meeting.
During registration, you will be asked if there are any ways in which we can help facilitate the meeting based on your requirements. If there is anything we can provide, please let us know there or get in touch if you have ideas on how to make the conference a more inclusive space.
Hidden Disability Lanyards
Any attendees who wear a Sunflower Lanyard to indicate that they have a hidden disability are welcome to wear this instead of or in addition to their conference lanyard. Please note that the conference venue staff and our conference organising team have all received training in how best to support anyone who might need it. Please feel welcome to ask anyone wearing a Global Agritourism Conference branded t-shirt for help.
Quiet Room
There will be a designated quiet room at P&J Live for anyone who needs a space to decompress. The location of this room will be clearly marked on venue maps and signposted throughout the venue. You can also ask a member of staff to guide you.