What are the general rules of Foundry, Sheffield?
Proof of age Entry to live music events is Over 14s unless otherwise stated. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Entry to club nights is Over 18s unless otherwise stated. ID scanning is a condition of entry to all club nights at Sheffield Students Union, note that this does not apply to live gigs. If you are unable to provide valid ID or a U Card of University of Sheffield Students you will not be allowed entry, regardless of your age. We only accept the following ID as proof of age from the following, valid passport, driving license, foreign national ID cards, or home office approved ID cards with the PASS hologram on. Please note, you must bring the original document as we cannot accept photocopies. Sheffield Students Union operates a Challenge 25 policy for events open to the public and Challenge 21 for events open to students only, in relation to the purchase of alcohol. If you are lucky enough to look younger than this, you may be asked for proof of age. It is a criminal offence to purchase alcohol for someone under the age of 18. People caught purchasing alcohol for people under 18 or who cannot prove they are over 18 will be asked to leave the venue without refund. Baggage Policy Customers are advised not to bring backpacks or holdalls, as no bag larger than an A3 size, approximately 40cm x 35cm x 18cm, will be permitted in the Foundry. Cameras and recording No professional cameras with large or detachable lenses, video cameras or tape recorders are permitted in the venue. Should you be found to have these on arrival, you will be asked to either take them back to somewhere safe or deposit them in the cloakroom. Small cameras and smart phones are permitted unless otherwise stated. Smoking policy Smoking and the use of E Cigarettes are not permitted anywhere in the venue. Please use the designated outdoor smoking area. People caught smoking will be asked to leave the venue without refund.