CotswoldRed Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 When taking my disabled son to the footy in the past I've always been able to make life a bit easier by carrying him on my shoulders and we've parked like anyone else. Now he's grown up a bit and is permanently in a wheelchair I find myself having to consider disabled parking options for the first time. While we have a blue badge and parking on yellow lines is an option, looking at google maps seems to indicate that there aren't very many yellow lines and many seem too dangerous/restrictive to use. Rear access to our van is also a consideration. What do other wheelchair users/carers find are the best options, all things considered. The 3 hours limit of yellows is also a bit of an arse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Think you will find club will have some disabled parking (there was - by the shop last season) - how they allocate I don't know but your needs would seem to be high priority - I have same problem if I try and get my elderly disabled father to AG and tend to drop him off , park and meet with him (due to an obvious lack of options) but your situation is different and much more of an issue and that's not an option for you Good Luck - I'd speak with club in first place Might be useful for others if you can share what they say Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Are all the parking spaces at AG sold already then? They usually have a waiting list as well, so if someone isn't using theirs for a match, you could use it. You could try giving Kay a ring to see, or drop her an email. Kay.mcginty@bcfc.co.uk I usually do see plenty of badge holders parked on the double yellows outside AG. Equally they are also usually parked up on North Street near the TF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted August 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Thanks folks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted August 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Club website states (in respect of disabled supporters): CAR PARKING FACILITIES Due to the redevelopment at Ashton Gate, unfortunately the club has no additional parking bays outside of seasonal bays (which have already sold out). The club provides two accessible parking bays for away disabled supporters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fat Controller Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Depends on how close you need/want tobbe to the ground. When I bring the chap I care for, we park about a mile away and I just push him to the ground. Usually on a side road. I appreciate its more difficult with needing space left behind you though. We've also parked by the SS Great Britain in the past, but that's a bit of a walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted August 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Depends on how close you need/want tobbe to the ground. When I bring the chap I care for, we park about a mile away and I just push him to the ground. Usually on a side road. I appreciate its more difficult with needing space left behind you though. We've also parked by the SS Great Britain in the past, but that's a bit of a walk. That is an option - parking as per normal. Nipper has a very capable 4x4 chair so I won't get tired pushing! If i get blocked in its not the end of the world - I pull out into the middle of the road and everyone can wait Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Depends on how close you need/want tobbe to the ground. When I bring the chap I care for, we park about a mile away and I just push him to the ground. Usually on a side road. I appreciate its more difficult with needing space left behind you though. We've also parked by the SS Great Britain in the past, but that's a bit of a walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Fair play and great respect to you But in this day and age this can Never be right - something the Club / Council )if they can assist) need to address as soon as they can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 IMO The club should be keeping as many spaces for disabled supporters before selling seasonal passes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 It may be as simple as someone (or the club) asking the Council to agree to be pragmatic and not enforce the 3hr parking limit on match days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfcshorey Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 When taking my disabled son to the footy in the past I've always been able to make life a bit easier by carrying him on my shoulders and we've parked like anyone else. Now he's grown up a bit and is permanently in a wheelchair I find myself having to consider disabled parking options for the first time. While we have a blue badge and parking on yellow lines is an option, looking at google maps seems to indicate that there aren't very many yellow lines and many seem too dangerous/restrictive to use. Rear access to our van is also a consideration. What do other wheelchair users/carers find are the best options, all things considered. The 3 hours limit of yellows is also a bit of an arse. Ring Supporter Services... I believe there are parking spaces at a nearby school, with wheelchair shuttle buses taking people to the stadium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Ring Supporter Services... I believe there are parking spaces at a nearby school, with wheelchair shuttle buses taking people to the stadium. Would that be the Downs School at Failand. We go there (for Charlton Farm hospice....not posh enough for kids to go there!!!) and there are signs saying "match day parking". If you're that side if town could be an option Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS15_RED Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 I take an old boy who's got a blue badge, if you get down there early enough, I can always park on Ashton Road, by the park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedLionLad Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 We always park on Ashton Road opposite the Coopers, or further along towards the Tobacco Factory. Blue Badge on double Yellows and it's a 5 minute walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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CotswoldRed Posted August 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 I take an old boy who's got a blue badge, if you get down there early enough, I can always park on Ashton Road, by the park. But 3 hours is then an issue, is it not? Or are there Wardens with a pragmatic view? Surely not! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted August 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 Ring Supporter Services... I believe there are parking spaces at a nearby school, with wheelchair shuttle buses taking people to the stadium. Cheers. Will have a chat with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 But 3 hours is then an issue, is it not? Or are there Wardens with a pragmatic view? Surely not! As said above I would just ask this question of BCC. I can't imagine it would be unpopular with anyone and you never know, a quick email may mean they agree to take a relaxed attitude iro blue badge holders on matchdays, especially if you highlight the club cannot provide any onsite parking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted August 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 As said above I would just ask this question of BCC. I can't imagine it would be unpopular with anyone and you never know, a quick email may mean they agree to take a relaxed attitude iro blue badge holders on matchdays, especially if you highlight the club cannot provide any onsite parking. Will do! (and report back) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS15_RED Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 But 3 hours is then an issue, is it not? Or are there Wardens with a pragmatic view? Surely not! I've never had a ticket mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted August 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 I've raised an enquiry with BCC via email - that way any response is documented and I can share it later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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