About
With over 20 years’ experience embedding inclusive design into some of the world’s largest and most prestigious events, Gideon is a highly motivated inclusive design and accessibility (NRAC) consultant.
Recognised as an industry leader, he has developed new approaches to consultation and project tools for live events through the Live Events Access Charter (LEAC), which is a tool for assisting the live events industry in embedding an inclusive design approach in service provision. With over 250 venues and festivals signed up across the UK, the LEAC was recognised as industry best practice by UK Music and the Government’s Department of Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) in 2017.
He continues to contribute to the development of inclusive design practices and standards, having worked on the Festival and Outdoor Event Governmental Working Group from May 2020 to 2023 and as a member of the British Standard BS8300 Committee (Design of an accessible and inclusive built environment) since 2017.
Services:
NRAC Access Consultant:
Gideon has extensive experience as an inclusive design and access consultant, working with a diverse range of high-profile events and venues such as HM King Charles III and Queen Camilla Coronation, The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee, COP26 and EXPO 2020 Dubai, as well as Edinburgh Fringe Festival, BBC Proms, BBC Events and Glastonbury Festival. They have also provided access consultancy for leading venues, including the O2 Arena, The Factory in Manchester,
Gideon also conducts built environment audits and plan reviews for prominent locations like C4 London offices, Co-op Live Arena, ExCel, Bristol Beacon, and The Roundhouse. They have also supported smaller projects, providing access audits and plan reviews for venues like Band on the Wall, Hornsey Town Hall, Invisible Wind Factory, KOKO and The George in Stockton and BBC Earth Experience in London.
Access Services
- Inclusive Design and Access Consultancy: Development of good practice guidelines, audits, plan reviews and advice on access compliance, including building regulations and access statements.
- Design & Operational Reviews: Comprehensive assessments and guidance on accessibility throughout design and operation phases.
- End-User Engagement: Workshops and consultations to gather user requirements and ensure inclusive solutions.
- Knowledge Transfer: Training and dissemination of disability inclusion and equality practices for ongoing improvement.
GF Consulting are available to work in the following areas:
- Built Environment Audits and plan reviews
- Governmental and Corporate Conferences
- Major Festivals & Live Events
- Iconic Venues & Entertainment Spaces
- Cultural & Institutional Locations
- Smaller Projects & Interventions
Contact Gideon to discuss your training requirements.
Training
Gideon Feldman is an experienced accessibility consultant and trainer helping organisations create inclusive environments. With a strong background in business development, he grew a leading training division by three quarters to over 70 session annually, delivering a wide range of programs, including Disability Equality Training, Social Model approaches to Neurodiversity and Equality Training – understanding protected characteristics.
Gideon has worked across multiple sectors, including government, business, live events, higher education, and the arts, delivering tailored training on key accessibility and equality issues. Building in key areas for understanding how to develop an accessible and inclusive environment within locations including across the UK, Japan, Australia, India, Pakistan, Denmark, and for the British Council for the Venice Biennale
Whether working with small teams or large organisations, he brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for inclusion, helping clients implement lasting accessibility practices.
GF Consulting can deliver tailored training in the following:
- Disability Equality
- Neurodiversity training
- Inclusive Leadership & Organisational Culture
- Inclusive Event Planning & Live Events Accessibility
Contact Gideon to discuss your training requirements.
Projects
HM King Charles III and Queen Camilla Coronation
Leading the development of accessible infrastructure, key focus areas included the parade route, grandstand seating at Buckingham Palace, viewing areas along the route to Westminster Abbey and the production and outdoor broadcast areas. Working closely with the coronation expert advisory panel, ensuring there was clear physical access and clear communication for both the public and invited guests. The goal was simple: make the once-in-a-lifetime event accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Image credit: Identity
26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26), Glasgow
For COP26 in Glasgow, accessibility and inclusion were key priorities, especially for disabled attendees. Representing the client in meetings with the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office, as well as the United Nations, work was undertaken to ensure accessibility was embedded across every aspect of the conference.
Gideon worked to ensure accessible facilities and operational advice for a 40,000-strong attendee list
Image credit: Identity
Bristol Beacon
In the redevelopment of Bristol Beacon, he was deeply involved in ensuring that the space was accessible, particularly in the transformation of the historic music hall and its venues.
Phase 2 of the project saw a complete overhaul, including a new performance and learning space in the 1400s bonded cellars, which became a permanent home for the Para Orchestra.
The project wasn’t just about restoring a building; it was about reimagining it as a space that welcomed everyone, and provided a cultural hub for inclusivity.
Winner of the 2024 BCIA Retrofit Project of the Year
The Ukraine Recovery Conference 2023
At the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2023, it was key to create an inclusive environment for a global audience of leaders, business representatives, and the media. From messaging to infrastructure and operational planning, every detail was considered. Key work ensured the event layout was easy to navigate and attendees were informed and communicated with every step of the way.
Image credit: HopeandHomes.org
Clients:
Memberships and Affiliations:
- National Register of Access Consultants (NRAC) Consultant
- The Access Association – Member
- Venue Music Trust – Subject Matter Expert on accessibility
- Identity Group – Subject Matter Expert on inclusive design and accessible events
- BSi 599 committee – BS8300: Design of an Accessible and Inclusive Environment
Contact:
gideon@gfconsulting.co.uk