Having trouble finding a lift

It is clear that everywhere our group goes to find a lift, we aren't allowed there. We managed to go out and go in search for a lift, and try and get some practice shots, so our group and Josh went to a lift in town. We really liked the lift and how the shot looked until we were told by security that we were not allowed to film there...which meant we couldn't use that lift. Group 1 then went back to school to look at the lift there, but the doors only closed from one side. We want a lift that closes from either side and not just one as it will be the final shot in the intro, and it will be when the title for the film will be presented. Luckily our friend was with us at the time and her Dad is a Police Officer, and we may be able to film in town without having to pay a permit !(fingers crossed).