Accessibility at MCM London Comic Con
Your Feedback Matters
MCM London Comic Con is open to individuals of all abilities, we are dedicated to continually improving our efforts to ensure full access and we encourage all feedback and suggestions in order to improve your experience. If you experience any problems at all at our show, alert a member of staff immediately, and if you have feedback on how we can be better, we want to hear from you.
If you require assistance at the show, let a member of staff know or visit the Accessibility Helpdesk on Level 1 of the Platinum Suite, accessible from the main boulevard between Halls N3 and S3. If you encounter issues on site and do not see a member of staff or security nearby, whatsapp us at +447818 988748 with details on the issue you are encountering along with your location, and a member of staff will contact you.
Special Assistance Stickers
Our special assistance stickers will help our staff and volunteers identify and assist anyone who might require additional support at our show. Sunflower lanyards are also available for those with a hidden disability.
How do I get a sticker?
Anyone can request a special assistance sticker on-site from the Accessibility Check-In desk in the West Entrance. There’s an additional Accessibility desk in Queue Hall with a fast track entrance if required for those entering from the East Entrance, and if you’re not sure always ask a staff member who will be able to help.
How does the sticker system work?
The stickers allow access to special assistance lines for entry to the venue, special assistance queues for Main Stage panels, and additional support for autographing and photo ops.
Who is Eligible?
Individuals who require a carer plus their carer, individuals with a visible disability plus a member of their group, individuals with a hidden disability plus a member of their group.
Carer Pass
Complimentary Carer Passes for MCM London are available for those fans who need special assistance. Any general, priority or weekend ticket holder can request an additional ticket for their carer to attend free of charge.
Carer Credential
Approved Carer Pass holders will receive an additional piece of documentation to show security and staff upon arrival. To pick up your carer pass, head to ExCeL west pyramid entrance (not queue hall!) and simply show staff or security this unique form printed, or on your phone for entry via the door to the right of the West Entrance Pyramid instead of the Queue Hall.
Assistance Dogs
The Equality Act 2010, (EA2012 section 173) lays out that in relation to protecting the rights of disabled people accessing private hire transport, an Assistance dog means:
- (a) a dog which has been trained to guide a blind person;
- (b) a dog which has been trained to assist a deaf person;
- (c) a dog which has been trained by a prescribed charity to assist a disabled person who has a disability that consists of epilepsy or otherwise affects the person’s mobility, manual dexterity, physical coordination or ability to lift, carry or otherwise move everyday objects;
- (d) a dog of a prescribed category which has been trained to assist a disabled person who has a disability (other than one falling within paragraph (c)) of a prescribed kind.
To be permitted entry we will accept ANY valid form of supporting documentation.
Support Animal
Support animals may be an animal of any species that provides companionship and comfort to individuals with psychological disorders. The use MUST be supported by a qualified physician, psychiatrist, or other mental health professional based upon a disability-related need. It is your right to request the support of your animal on a day-to-day basis, but the reasonableness of this request will be decided by the venue directly.
No other dogs or pets are permitted in the venue.
Reset Room
The Reset Room can be found in the Platinum Suite, and is a dedicated spot for you to rest, relax and reset. Whether you’re feeling anxious, overstimulated, or just need a moment by yourself, our Gaming the Mind volunteers will help you recharge and get back to enjoying the convention. They’ll be happy to have a chat, provide lo-fi activities to help you unwind, or even supply further information on managing your mental health.
If you feel like you, or someone you’re with, requires emergency medical assistance whilst at the show, please don’t hesitate to alert a staff member or visit the Organiser’s Office, who’ll be able to get you the help you need. Remember, you’re not in this alone!
To learn more, check out our guide on finding moments of calm at MCM London Comic con.
Quiet Room
We will also have multiple quiet rooms located at N1 Lower, S5 Lower, & S10 Lower if you need a place to escape the noise of the show floor. Please note this room is not manned by staff. If you are not feeling well, you must reach out to a staff member or alternatively contact +44 78 18 988 748 with your location so someone can assist.
Additional Seating
We know the show can be alot, so this year we’ve added extra seating throughout the venue and an extra hall just for additional seating in hall S8. We’ve also worked with the venue to reserve some boulevard seating for those who need it most.
Navigating Queues
We realise that for some, standing and waiting for long periods of time is not possible. For that reason, MCM London has dedicated queues for those requiring special assistance.
Show Entry
- West Entrance – Easily accessible from Custom House station, Carer pass holders, and those requiring special assistance can enter here.
- East Entrance – Closed to the general public this entry is only open to those who require special assistance and will be escorted by a member of staff to the main Queue Hall.
- Queue Hall – In the queue hall you can find additional support at the accessibility desk
- Undercroft – Weekend and Priority ticket holders who require special assistance are permitted entry through the undercroft and will be escorted by a member of staff to the West Entrance carer desk.
Please note: during general entry hours all attendees requiring special assistance will need to enter via the West Entrance.
Panels
Reserved Seating is available at all stages for those with Special Assistance Stickers on a first come first serve basis.
A Special Assistance queue is available at the Main Stage and that queue will be allowed in first to give enough time to find reserved seating before general entry. While other stages do not have dedicated special assistance queues, if you require special assistance in those areas simply make yourself known to staff. Reserved seating is available on a first-come first-serve basis.
Security Team
Security members in White Hi-Vis have undergone additional training to help assist with accessibility needs. While Security is here to help if you encounter issues or would like to report any unwanted behaviour, please contact us on whatsapp at +447818 988748
Report Harassment
We have a zero tolerance policy for harassment of any kind, and this applies to all attendees including our fans, partners and staff. Download the app, tap the Anti-Harassment icon and follow the steps under Report Harassment to discreetly make the MCM team aware of any incidents. If you’re still in the area where the incident took place and it’s safe to stay where you are, our security team will meet you there. If necessary, we will contact local law enforcement, provide escort, offer a safe place or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to make sure they feel safe for the rest of MCM Comic Con.
British Sign Language
A number of panels at MCM London will be equipped with a BSL interpreter. You can see which panels are supported by a BSL interpreter on the app, or on the schedules displayed in front of each stage.
FAQs
Lift control panels are located at a height which can be easily reached by someone in a wheelchair. All lifts have a visual indication of the floor reached and an intercom facility activated by an alarm button. Every area may be reached by lifts, with the exception of the second level of organisers’ offices.
All stairs and ramps are fitted with handrails and balustrades. All public corridors and passageways have a minimum clear width of 1200mm. All reception counters, bars and self-service counters and the seating areas are accessible to wheelchair users. Pictographic signs and symbols have been used to guide people around the building.
Self service equipment such as cash point machines and telephones are located at levels suitable to wheelchair users. Strong tactile differences in paving are provided to indicate hazardous areas, e.g. dock edge indicated by cobble stone surface.
Door vision panels giving a zone of visibility between 900mm and 500mm above floor level are provided on all public access doors.
Head towards ExCeL west on arrival and follow signs for queue hall via north lorryway. If you are collecting a carer pass, enter via the door to the right of the west entrance pyramid. If you’re travelling via Elizabeth line or DLR, alight at custom house. If you’re travelling via car, we’ll have an accessible entry point in the ExCeL undercroft parking area. Fans requiring extra assistance can also enter via the east entrance.
Yes! Head towards west side of ExCeL and follow signs for queue hall via the north lorryway where we’ll have a separate lane for anyone requiring special assistance when entering MCM London. If you need help navigating queues or entrance procedures, please speak to our friendly staff and stewards on site who will help direct you to the best option.
MCM London will have a special assistance seating area in photo & autographing so you can reserve your place in the queue without standing for long periods. For panels, our main stage will have a special assistance and all stages will have reserved seating. Reserved seating in panels is available on a first-come first-serve. Remember to request a special assistance sticker on-site from the Query Desk or West Entrance Carer Check-In to let our staff know you require assistance.
ExCeL London is able to provide wheelchairs and mobility scooters free of charge, however their supply is extremely limited and it is not usually possible to pre-book wheelchairs as they are available on a first come, first served basis. Because of this MCM recommends that if you require a wheelchair or mobility scooter you make private arrangements ahead of time.
For more info please email your enquiry to [email protected].
There are 155 bays suitable for disabled drivers on-site across ExCeL's car parks. These are wide bays with minimum dimensions of 5.9m by 3.6m. Access to the building from these bays is along walkways with a gradient of no more than 1:15 and via flat entrance lifts with automatic doors.
All public entrances allow for access by wheelchair via low gradient ramps and an automatic door. Once inside the venue, all floors are level, offering unobstructed access.
Please note MCM does not control pricing or availability for ExCeL parking.
Complimentary Carer Passes for MCM London are available for those fans who need special assistance. Any general, priority or weekend ticket holder can request an additional ticket for their carer to attend free of charge.
Approved Carer Pass holders will receive an additional piece of documentation to show security and staff upon arrival. To pick up your carer pass, head to the door to the right of ExCeL west pyramid entrance (not queue hall!) and simply show staff or security this unique form printed, or on your phone for entry via the West Entrance Pyramid instead of the Queue Hall.
Yes assistance dogs are welcome.
For panels, our main stage will have a special assistance queue and all stages will have reserved seating. Reserved seating in panels is available on a first-come first-serve. Remember to request a special assistance sticker on-site from the Query Desk or West Entrance Carer Check-In to let our staff know you require assistance.
There are 40 toilets for disabled visitors located throughout the building. You’ll find them near the Business Services centre, located on level 0 between hall entrance N4 and S4, the ICC conference suites on Level 3 and the restaurants and cafes on Level 1 and Level 2.
Boulevard:
- Between Halls:
- N2/N3
- N3/N4
- N6/N7
Show Floor:
- Back of N2, N3, N4 and N6 Floor 2 via Elevator
- Back of S4 and S5 Floor 0 via Elevator
- Platinum Suite Level 2
The Reset Room can be found at and N8 lower, and is a dedicated spot for you to rest, relax and reset. Whether you’re feeling anxious, overstimulated, or just need a moment by yourself, our Gaming the Mind volunteers will help you recharge and get back to enjoying the convention. They’ll be happy to have a chat, provide lo-fi activities to help you unwind, or even supply further information on managing your mental health.
A quiet room can also be found at N1 lower – please note this room is not staffed.
We’re happy to help so you can focus on having the best weekend of the year. If you have questions on accessibility at ExCeL please contact [email protected] or get in touch with the MCM team at [email protected]
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