Access time slot

We want to make sure that as many people as possible can experience our Doncaster Festival of Light this year in the Doncaster Corn Exchange. 

For that reason, we will be opening slots that are specifically for members of our community with access needs - this slot will operate with reduced audience capacity.

Thursday 19th November & Saturday 21st November will be a BSL supported session. Please contact us should you need support on an additional day.

Please Note this artwork uses bright lighting as part of the display.

Access Slot Tickets

VENUE ACCESS INFORMATION

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • There is a lift available to the balcony levels of the venue

  • Accessible toilets are available on both levels

  • Seating will be available

  • Assistant dogs are welcome

Access Materials Available on site

  • Sensory pack

  • Ear Defenders

  • Large print exhibition information

  • Easy read exhibition information

  • Braille exhibition information

  • Audio Description

  • BSL Interpreter on Thursday 19th November & Saturday 21st November 2026

Travel and Parking

  • The Markets Car Park is a two minute walk to the Doncaster Corn Exchange. The Car Park has 28 disabled parking spaces available and a further 247 parking spaces. You can access more information about the parking here.

  • The Doncaster Train Station is a 10 minute walk into town for the Doncaster Corn Exchange. You can access the Google Map Walk Here.

  • The Doncaster Bus Station (The Interchange) is an 11 minute walk into town for the Doncaster Corn Exchange. You can access the Google Map Walk Here.

Your Visit to the Doncaster Festival of Light 2026

19th to 26th November | Doncaster Corn Exchange
Open 5pm to 8:30pm each evening (opening night, Thursday 19th, public slots start at 7pm). An access slot runs at 4:30pm from Friday 20th to Thursday 26th, with reduced capacity.

Here’s a quick walk through of what to expect, from the front door to the exhibition.

Getting here
The Markets Car Park is a two-minute walk away, with 28 disabled bays and 247 spaces. The train station is about 10 minutes on foot, and the bus station (The Interchange) about 11 minutes.

Arriving
Look for the team in hi-vis or pink, who’ll be placed by the entrance of the Corn Exchange and dotted around the venue to answer any questions. We’ll check tickets at the door, and if you haven’t got one, there’s a walk-up queue. For everyone’s safety, we’ll also check bags. If you arrive a little early or late for your slot, don’t worry. You’ll still be let in as long as we’re not at capacity.

Inside
The main attraction is The Bird of a Thousand Voices, a moving sculpture by Boris Acket. Take your time and enjoy observing. The only sound is the soundtrack that comes with the artwork. Please note the display uses bright lighting.

Head up to the balconies for more. On one side, you’ll find Northern Passage: A Quest to Hopian, an interactive artwork by Jazmin Morris, presented by AND Festival. On the other, textile artist Karen Hall is running a crafting workshop.

There are also colouring-in packs for younger visitors, and the whole experience is great for children.

Access
We want everyone to be able to enjoy the festival. The Corn Exchange is wheelchair accessible, with a lift to the balcony levels, seating available throughout, and accessible toilets on both floors. Assistance dogs are welcome.

If you’d like a quieter, more relaxed visit, our access slot at 4:30pm runs at reduced capacity. On site, you’ll find sensory packs, ear defenders, and large print, easy read and braille information, as well as audio description. BSL interpreters will be on site on Thursday 19th and Saturday 21st November.

Have your say
Drop by the survey table to tell us about your experience, and you’ll get a free collectable patch for your response.

Before or after
The Wool Market is just over the road, a one-minute walk. It’s a handy spot to browse or warm up before or after your slot.

Good to know

Photography and Filming: Photos and filming are welcome. A festival photographer will also be on site, so speak to a member of staff if you’d rather not be photographed or filmed.

Find out more: https://www.rightupourstreet.org.uk/doncaster-festival-of-light-2026

If you have any further questions regarding access, please email us at hello@rightupourstreet.org.uk