Access Info
EVERYONE IS welcome at The Continental, so we want our venue and website to be accessible for ALL.
Contact us
Ask us a question about Access
Access Officer: Robyn
Call Rob: 01772 499 207 (9am-5pm Monday-Thursday)
Email Rob: robyn@newcontinental.net
Using the website
If the text is too small for you anywhere on the site:
• On a computer: using your keyboard, press and hold the control key and press the + (plus) key to enlarge the text. You can press Control and the – (minus) key to make it smaller again.
• On a touchscreen of any kind: touch the screen with 2 fingers and move them apart from each other to zoom in.
Screenreader accessibility
People with visual impairments can use our website with screenreader software. Our site is designed to be accessible for screenreader users.
The Venue
Access to both the bar/restaurant and the performance venue (The Boatyard) areas of The Continental is step-free, with ramps to the back entrance/exit (pictured) and The Boatyard's rear fire exit.
Accessible toilets are located in both areas. Everything is on the same floor.
The majority of our live music performances take place on a raised stage. Wherever possible, anyone who needs to be admitted into events early will be catered for. Chairs can be provided at 'standing' events, or removed at seated events.
Entrance to gig space
Assistance animals can be brought into all of our spaces, including during performances.
(Video tour of the venue coming soon.)
Event Tickets
Personal assistance tickets are always free for customers who would otherwise be unable to attend the venue. On buying your own ticket, either in person from the venue or online, simply contact Rob on the above email address or phone number and he will arrange free PA entry.
Talk to us
We value your thoughts and ideas on any ways in which we can make The Continental even more accessible and a great experience for everyone who attends. Don't hesitate to get in touch via the above details with any comments, suggestions or questions. We welcome your ideas and feedback about our website, too.
Jobs
The Continental is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and users of our services.
Where are we?
The Continental, South Meadow Lane, Preston PR1 9QH
Directions
Pedestrians
From the town centre and those arriving at Preston Railway station:
Pedestrians from the town centre and those arriving at Preston Railway Station, head straight down Fishergate Hill past the Railway Station on your left and County Hall on your right for half a mile.
Then turn left onto South Meadow Lane. Stay on South Meadow Lane for of a mile until you reach the end of it and you’ll find The Continental at the end by the river and right next to Avenham and Miller Parks
By Bus from Preston Bus Station:
The No 119 goes from the Bus Station round the ring road, turns down Fishergate Hill, turns at South Meadow Lane for the terminus you can then walk a short distance along South Meadow Lane - The Continental is at the end of South Meadow Lane by the Park and the river.
Driving
There's a generous car park behind the pub and the beer garden
If you're coming from out of town we'd suggest finding your way onto Ringway, which curves round the north of the town centre forming part of the A6 and the A59. After that, head west and follow the signs to the Railway Station up Corporation Street - once you've reached the Railway Station, turn right and follow the directions above.
If you're coming from Penwortham or the west of Preston, drive along Broadgate from Fishergate Hill, onto Riverside, and then turn left onto Connaught Road. Drive straight along Connaught Road until you reach the end, then turn right onto South Meadow Lane. The pub is a couple of hundred yards along on the right by the Park and the River
Postcode for satnav is PR1 8JP
Video tour of the venue coming soon.