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Venue Information
Directions
The SEC (Scottish Event Campus) is conveniently situated for motorists, just off the M8 motorway and with plenty of parking.
Leave the M8 at junction 19 and join the westbound Clydeside Expressway (A814). Westbound on the Expressway (A814) take the cut off for the campus. Turn left at traffic lights and take the right lane to access multi-storey parking. View a map and directions.
Scotland has an extensive motorway network. Glasgow is linked to Edinburgh by the M8 and England via the M74. The M80 connects Stirling to Glasgow, while the M77 connects us to the west coast of Scotland.
Traffic Scotland provides up to date traffic and roadworks information.
Our postcode for your satnav is G3 8YW.
Parking
The multi-storey is operated by City Parking LLP. A map and directions are here. Onsite pay machines are on the ground floor, or level 2 (walkway level) of the car park. Payment can be made by cash or credit/debit card on arrival or before departure.
Tariff Rates in the multi-storey Monday to Sunday are:
0-1 hour £5.50
1-12 hours £11
12-13 hours £16
13-24 Hours £22
Further information is available from the operator’s website.
The multi-storey has a height restriction of 2m. Drivers with vehicles over 2m should report to the Gatehouse to the west of the campus (accessed via Stobcross Road) in the first instance and you will be directed to an available space.
Public Transportation
Train
The SEC and SSE Hydro has its own dedicated railway station (Exhibition Centre) allowing easy access from the city centre and suburbs. There are six trains an hour (around every 10 minutes) from Glasgow Central station, departing from Platform 17 (low level).
On disembarking at the Exhibition Centre, a lift is available to take you to street level. A covered walkway connects the station to The SEC Centre.
Bus
The Riversider 100 service operates from George Square in Glasgow city centre directly to the SEC.
The X19 Stagecoach service operates near to the Scottish Event Campus, stopping on Finnieston Street only a few minutes’ walk from the venues.
Box Office Numbers
Box Office: 0844 395 4000 Calls will cost 7 ppm plus your network access charge.
Box Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 9am to 5.30pm
Saturday: 9am to 5pm
Sunday: closed*
*Please note these are the standard opening times of the main SEC Box Office. Out with standard opening hours, the venue box office will be open in line with any events taking place.
Box Office Collection Accepted
Tickets can be collected from the SEC Centre box office on the day of the event from the advertised doors opening time. Please take the credit card used to make the booking and your Ticketmaster reference number
Box Office Payment
Mastercard/Visa/AMEX/Cash
Accessible Seating
Accessible tickets are available to book online, but for larger or more complex groups, please call our dedicated accessible booking line on 0800 952 0110.
For more information on accessible service visit the venue website, call the above number or email info@sec.co.uk
SEC are committed to making a visit to the Scottish Event Campus an enjoyable experience for everyone.
The venue is easily accessible for visitors with mobility difficulties and accessibility needs and currently holds a Gold Award from Attitude is Everything.
The main doors in the SEC Armadillo have been widened to provide easier access for wheelchairs. The upper levels are accessible by lift.
Entry to The Armadillo via the main doors are wide for accessible users
There is an induction loop system on level 0 of the venue for visitors with hearing impairments.
General Rules
The following policies apply to most events, but each event may differ, so please check the venue website event page for specific event policies. For full details of all venue policies see the venue website FAQs page.
Searching and security
All bags and visitors may be searched when entering the venue. Bags larger than A3 size (30cm x 42cm) are not be permitted at live events.
Exit and Re-Entry
You may leave and re-enter the venue during the event, as long as you present your ticket for scanning each time.
Cameras
In general audio and video recording equipment and professional cameras (SLR types and those with detachable lenses) are not permitted into events. However, small non-professional cameras and phone cameras may be permitted, unless otherwise specified by the event organiser.
Special Effects
Special effects are used at many events and are controlled by the touring production team. If the use of certain effects concern you, or you would like further information on effects that may be used at a specific show, please email the venue.
Assistance Dogs
The SEC welcomes visitors with assistance dogs. We would ask that assistance dogs are clearly identifiable around the campus.
Children Rules
All children must have a valid ticket for an event, with the exception of ‘babes in arms’ (under 12 months) who may sit on a parent/guardian’s knee, unless otherwise stated by the event promoter.
We have a small number of booster seats available to borrow for events in the SEC Armadillo. These are allocated on a first come first served basis and may be fully allocated at popular family events. If a booster seat is essential to your visit, we would encourage you to bring your own to avoid disappointment.
It is the venue’s recommendation that children under five should not attend concerts or events, other than those specifically aimed at younger visitors, i.e. children’s shows.
Miscellaneous
Bars are available on level 0 and level 1 for most live events in SEC Armadillo.
Clydebuilt Bar & Kitchen is conveniently located at the East entrance of the SEC Centre and is open to serve visitors to SEC Armadillo whenever events are taking place. Clydebuilt is the perfect place to enjoy a drink or a pre booked meal before a live event.
Food is available from the bar where diners can enjoy a range of dishes including sharing platters, bar snacks, traditional stone baked pizzas and our signature ‘Clydebuilt’ burgers.
The Kitchen area, located at the opposite end to the bar, offers a more intimate environment. As with everything at Clydebuilt, we have put great design at the heart of this space. Ambient lighting and a number of reclaimed furniture pieces create a modern vibe and a truly memorable place to dine. The Kitchen menu is more substantial with the addition of starters, mains, salads and desserts. Please note, the Kitchen is only available for pre-booking during selected events.
Baby Change
There are baby changing facilities in all the accessible toilets.
Cloakroom
There is no cloakroom in SEC Armadillo
ATMs
There are no ATMs in SEC Armadillo , but two ATMs are conveniently located on the concourse of the SEC Centre.