THE SSE HYDRO

SPECTATOR GUIDE

THE MOMENT is finally here! Welcome to the 2018 UEG European Artistic Gymnastics Championships at The SSE Hydro. Host venue of the 2015 World Gymnastics Championships and the 2014 Commonwealth Games, The SSE Hydro has witnessed plenty of special sporting moments over the years and will help to create them once again as the host venue for Gymnastics at the Glasgow 2018 European Championships.

This stunning arena, already established on the vibrant city skyline, offers spectators a first-class view of the action as the best male and female gymnasts in Europe perform right here in Scotland.

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There are a number of local sights and attractions close to The SSE Hydro including the Glasgow Science Centre, Riverside Museum and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. For ideas of things to do in Glasgow, places to discover and where to stay, visit peoplemakeglasgow.com

Local Attractions

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Before You Leave Home

Be prepared To enter the venue,

you will pass through security screening, which will include a bag search and ‘pat down’. Items such as bags in excess of 25 litres, commercial photography equipment, noise-making instruments, glass containers, bulk food, balls and inflatable items, alcoholic beverages are not allowed in any of our venues.

There will also be some restrictions on items such as selfie sticks, large umbrellas, flags and poles, which can’t be over 1mx2m. A full list of prohibited and restricted items is available from glasgow2018.com /ssehydro Make sure you check the full list before you arrive at the venue.

Plan your journey Keep up to date with

travel information at getreadyglasgow.com

Don’t forget your tickets

Remember to keep your tickets with you at all times. Make sure your mobile phone is fully charged to allow you to show your e-tickets. Should you have any issues with your tickets before the event contact your point of sale.

Arrive early Entry gates will open

90 minutes before each session starts.

Avoid bags For faster access

to all venues, don’t bring bags. If it’s essential, bags should be no more than 25 litres in size and limited to one per person. Bags will be searched upon entry.

No smoking Smoking is not

permitted at Glasgow 2018 venues.

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Venue Services Ticket box office Located within the

Scottish Event Campus and operates from Thursday 2 August to Sunday 12 August. For updates, visit glasgow2018.com • Under 14s must be

accompanied by an adult over 18

• Children aged two years plus must have a ticket

• Babies in arms (under two years old) will not require a ticket and will not be allocated a seat

• Ticketholders must retain their ticket at all times

Lost and found items

All found items can be collected from the information points on competition days. Following completion of activities any unclaimed items will be transferred to the Scottish Event Campus who will hold items for up to seven days. Contact info@sec.co.uk for further information. After seven days all items will be transferred to Police Scotland. Contact Police Scotland on 101 for further information.

Accessible services Accessible toilets are

located on level 0 and 2 of The SSE Hydro and inside the Scottish Event Campus. A radar key is required to gain access. Ask a member of staff for support. Need support at the campus? Our accessibility team will be offering a push/chaperone service to your seat. Look out for the pink ‘access team’ and ‘access point’ signage for support.

Food and drink Payment at food and

drink kiosks can be made by cash and card. Limited alcoholic beverages are available for purchase. • Alcohol will be sold and

must be consumed inside authorised areas only

• You must be 18 years of age or older, with valid ID to purchase, handle or consume alcoholic beverages

• All alcohol sales will cease at a specific time - listen out for announcements

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Baby changing Located within

accessible toilets inside The SSE Hydro and the Scottish Event Campus. A radar key may be required to gain access. Ask a member of staff for support.

Dog spending Only assistance dogs

are allowed in the venue. Dog spending is located to the right of The SSE Hydro entrance.

Information points Located inside the

Scottish Event Campus and on level 0 of The SSE Hydro. Support available includes:• Event and venue

information• Language assistance

where available• Travel information• Lost and found items• Welfare point for lost

and found persons• Distribution of ‘young

visitor wristbands’

Toilets Located on level 0,

2 and 3 of The SSE Hydro and the concourse of the Scottish Event Campus.

Young visitor wristbands

We will be handing out ‘young visitor wristbands’ for your little ones to wear in case they wander off during the excitement of the day! For more information ask a member of staff or visit the information point.

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First aid Located inside The SSE

Hydro and the Scottish Event Campus. Mobile first aiders are also available. Ask a member of staff for assistance.

ATMs Located on level 0

of The SSE Hydro and the concourse of the Scottish Event Campus.

Water refill Complementary tap

water is available at all food and drink concessions inside The SSE Hydro and the Scottish Event Campus.

Merchandise Take home your

own piece of the Championships! Official Glasgow 2018 merchandise is available from our outlet inside the venue on competition days. Check out our George Square megastore in Glasgow which operates from 18 June – 17 August.

Get in touch Want to provide

feedback on your event day experience? Contact us at getreadyglasgow@ glasgow.gov.uk

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Walking route Up to a 5 minute walk to The SSE Hydro from Exhibition Centre Station. See map for details.

Spectator pick-up/drop-off Located from Car Park 7.

Spectator parking There is no spectator parking available at The SSE Hydro.

Cycle parking Located beside the main entrance of the Scottish Event Campus.

Travel InformationScotland has an excellent transport system and The SSE Hydro is well served by trains and buses. To experience a positive journey we encourage you to follow the travel advice.

Bus Service number: Garelochead Coaches 100 to the Scottish Event Campus, Stagecoach X19 to Finnieston Quay. There are a number of First Glasgow bus stops on Dumbarton Road coming from Glasgow city centre and the West Dunbartonshire area.

Taxis Drop-off and pick-up located on Congress Road.

Train Exhibition Centre Station is well served by trains from Glasgow Central Station with services extending across Scotland and England. Plan your journey at getreadyglasgow.com

Accessible parking Limited parking is available from City Parking multi-story car park, which is subject to a rate charge. Further information at cityparkingglasgow.co.uk

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Bringing you the best in music, visual art, street art, dance, theatre, design and more! Glasgow and areas hosting sport across Scotland will be buzzing with cultural events and activities at city centre Festival sites, cultural venues and in communities, adding to the celebrations around the 11 days of world-class sporting action.

The Beating Heart

Merchant City Festival The centrepiece of Glasgow’s summer events calendar is back for 2018, presenting the best in Scottish and international arts and entertainment, while showcasing the unique cultural and creative hub that is Glasgow’s Merchant City.

Updates and full programme information glasgow2018.com/festival

George Square Glasgow’s iconic George Square will bring a carnival atmosphere to the city centre through a programme of free events that will delight all ages and put Glasgow and Scotland’s renowned creativity in the spotlight.

GO LIVE! at the Green A must-visit destination for all the family. This innovative live experience will bring together sport, fitness, health, arts, food and drink as never before and in an engaging and exciting way to encourage people to lead healthy and active lives.

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Bonnie’s Top Tips…Cheer on your favourites No words can be spoken until the start of the routine Pay close attention as each movement must be seen The gymnasts glitter as you watch from the stands Be sure to clap loudly when the final flip lands. My pals will be handing out hand-held flags and face stickers so be sure to grab yours to cheer on your favourite athlete.

SPEND £35 AND SAVE £5Available to use in official merchandise stores and glasgow2018.com/shop ** Not applicable for use in the following Glasgow 2018 official merchandise venue stores: Tollcross International Swimming Centre, Royal Commonwealth Pool, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park and Scotstoun Sports Campus.

Capture #TheMoment I’d love to see your moment at the Championships! Don’t forget to take your ‘sealfie’ with our official ‘sealfie’ frames and tag #BonnieTheSeal on social media.

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BBCScotlandHeadquarters

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Riverside Museum of Transport and Technology

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