Where is Kidz to Adultz North?
Manchester Central, Manchester, M2 3GX
Friday 11th October 2024
9:30am to 4pm
General admission
All members of the public can attend this exhibition free of charge once registered
Exhibitor admission
To exhibit at this event just register and complete your exhibition requirements
Event information – North
It’s going to be jam packed day!
Educational, enjoyable and entertaining for the whole family
See what’s on
100+ exhibitors
Free seminars
FAQS
Accessible facilities
Seating and catering
Medically trained staff
Accessible changing facilities
Entertainment, Fun & play zones
Metrolink
The nearest Metrolink stop to Manchester Central is St Peter’s Square. From there, it is a 10-minute walk on foot.
Metrolink runs every few minutes. You don’t need a timetable, just turn up, buy your ticket and the next Metrolink will be along shortly.
More information found here:
https://tfgm.com/public-transport/tram
Park and ride
Free parking may be available at some tram stops.
More information can be found here: https://tfgm.com/public-transport/park-and-ride
FreeBus
Metroshuttle buses are free and link the city centre’s main rail stations, shopping areas and businesses.
All buses are wheelchair accessible.
More information found here:
https://tfgm.com/public-transport/bus/free-bus
Visit Manchester Central’s website for full information on getting to the venue by road, rail and air: https://www.manchestercentral.co.uk/getting-here
Working closely with the venue, we have managed to secured a number of additional, accessible parking spaces for high WAV vehicles. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
For more information please email Kidzteam@disabledliving.co.uk.
Closest parking to the venue:
Manchester Central NCP
Lower Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3GX
· Total spaces: 643
· Wide bays: 0
· Max height: 1.98m
· Disabled bays: 15
More information found here: https://www.ncp.co.uk/find-a-car-park/car-parks/manchester-central/
Great Northern Warehouse 1
Watson Street, Manchester, M3 4EE
· Total spaces: 527
· Wide bays: 0
· Max height: 1.90m
· Disabled bays: 25
More information found here: https://www.ncp.co.uk/find-a-car-park/car-parks/manchester-gt-northern-warehouse-1-/
Great Northern Warehouse 2
Watson Street, Manchester, M3 4EE
· Total spaces: 721
· Wide bays: 0
· Max height: 2.10m
· Disabled bays: 35
More information found here: https://www.ncp.co.uk/find-a-car-park/car-parks/manchester-gt-northern-warehouse-2-/
Blue Badge Parking
Search for city centre Disabled parking here: Disabled parking search | Manchester City Council
More information found here: Parking for blue badge holders | Parking restrictions | Manchester City Council
Fun & features
Join us for a fun filled programme of interactive sessions and activities.
Everyone is welcome!
Gaming and Assitive Tech Zone
InclusiTech
9.30am – 4pm
Join us at InclusiTech with specialists from EveryoneCan,
Pretorian Technologies, Apogee Project and
Ace Centre who can explain and demonstrate the latest adaptive gaming tech and assistive devices.
Try out some of your favourite games, in an environment where everyone is encouraged to participate and can enjoy the gaming experience.
Whizz Kidz Wheelchair Skills Training
Fun Zone
11am & 2pm
Whizz Kidz is the UK’s leading charity for young wheelchair users.
Their Wheelchair Skills Training is aimed at all levels, however, for these sessions they will demonstrate basic skills including safely moving forward and backwards and manoeuvring around obstacles.
Marvin’s Story Time Show
Seminar Room 2
12.15pm – 12.45pm
Join Story Teller Gwynnie-Gwyn-Gwyn and Marvin for a fun filled high energy, enthusiastic story time.
Brightly coloured characters, rhythm, songs and rainbow spins will capture your attention, and will bring laughter, joy and fun to children in an exhilarating story time!
Family Fund drop-in digital sessions
InclusiTech
9.30am – 4pm
Family Fund provide iPad skills support and creative workshops for families.
Join the Family Fund team throughout the exhibition day for drop-in sessions on how to code, make digital art and create your own comic strip. Parents can drop by too with any questions about Apple technology, whether its how to use parental controls or setting up accessibility features.
Kidz Fun Zone
Kidz Fun Zone
12pm – 2pm
Join us for a magic show, party games and dancing! Everyone is welcome.
Soft Play Area
Soft Play Area
9.30am – 4pm
Have fun in our soft play area, providing a safe and enjoyable space for everyone to relax and play.
Connection Hub
Designed with parents, carers, and young people in mind.
A dedicated space to meet friends and make new connections. A space that offers parents, carers, and their families an opportunity to connect with other parents, caregivers, and professionals who are dealing with similar challenges. Share experiences and insights, as well as build a supportive network.
‘Our Family Support Consultant can offer support, information, and guidance, drawing from both lived and professional experience across a wide range of topics. During the session, we can also share details about Contact’s free services and how they can benefit you. Whether you’re a parent or a practitioner, we’re here to help. Come and see us on the day to book your slot.’
