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Accessibility Statement

The Block & Gasket

Last updated: January 2026

The Block & Gasket is committed to making our website and venue as accessible and inclusive as possible for all visitors.

We aim to ensure that everyone can access information about our bar, events, and services, regardless of ability or technology.

Website Accessibility

This website has been designed with accessibility in mind and we actively work to improve the experience for all users.

Where possible, we aim to follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA.

Our website includes:

  • Clear, readable text with sufficient colour contrast

  • Logical page structure and headings

  • Navigation that can be used with a keyboard

  • Compatibility with common screen readers and assistive technologies

  • Responsive layouts suitable for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices

Limitations and Ongoing Improvements

We recognise that some areas of the website may not yet be fully accessible. This may include:

  • Third-party tools or embedded content (such as booking systems or maps)

  • Older content that is in the process of being reviewed or updated

We are committed to continually improving accessibility and welcome feedback to help us do so.

Venue Accessibility

The Block & Gasket aims to provide a welcoming environment for all guests.

If you have specific accessibility requirements or questions regarding access to the venue, seating, or facilities, please contact us in advance and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Feedback and Contact

If you experience any difficulty accessing our website or need information in an alternative format, please get in touch:

Email: Email: hello@blocakandgasket.com

Location: 23 Church Road Burgess Hill, RH15 9BB 
We take accessibility feedback seriously and will respond as quickly as possible.

Enforcement Procedure

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility enquiry, you may contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS) for further advice.

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