Accessibility - Millennium Gallery - Sheffield Museums Trust

Our sites and museums are for everyone. Here you'll find information on accessible facilities and resources to help you plan your visit.

Getting Around

There are disabled parking spaces for blue badge holders outside the Central Library building. This is restricted for 3 hours (with no subsequent return for 3 hours).
Wheelchairs are available to borrow on request – to book in advance of your visit, please email info@sheffieldmuseums.org.uk, or call 0114 278 2600 and press 0 to be put through to the switchboard.
The Millennium Gallery has a fully accessible lift and is step free throughout.
We welcome Assistance Dogs to the Millennium Gallery.

Sounds & Environment

Metalwork Collection displays - there is a film is on constant loop which includes loud sounds of machinery. There is also a spoon monster installation at the Winter Garden entrance which makes a loud sound at regular intervals.
You’ll find captioning on our AV / films throughout the gallery.

Accessible Toilets (including nearest Changing Places toilet)

The accessible toilet is located on the ground floor. Access is via a RADAR key – if you don't have your own, a key is available from the reception desk, just ask a member of staff.

The nearest Changing Places Toilet is located at the Crucible Theatre
55 Norfolk Street
Sheffield
S1 1DA
United Kingdom

The Crucible Theatre is located approx. 300m from the Millennium Gallery.

Exploring the Museum

Large print 'Find out More' sheets are available in the exhibitions along with versions of all interpretation.
Our What's On guides and flyers are available in large print on request
Lower level interactives can be found in Metalwork and Ruskin galleries.
Bench seating is located in the gallery spaces and in the Avenue and folding stools are available on request.
Our Visual Story gives you sense of the museum ahead of your visit and helps you plan your trip.

Contact Us

We want everyone to enjoy their visit to the Millennium Gallery. If you have any particular access requirements please get in touch and we'll be happy to help. You can email us at info@sheffieldmuseums.org.uk, or call 0114 278 2600 and press 0 to be put through to the switchboard.