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Overview

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• About View
  • This is a community centre and youth club.
  • Facilities available in the venue include: a community centre containing a large hall (called the Minor Hall), creche, meeting room, youth club, outdoor 3G sports pitch, kitchen, toilet with adaptations, and standard toilets.
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• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • There is on-street standard parking.
  • The nearest train station is Lanyon Place.
  • The nearest bus station is Europa Buscentre.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Translink (opens new tab).
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• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the outdoor facilities.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors, doors permanently held open, narrow walkways and narrow openings.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is no hearing assistance system.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: large print (on request) and different languages (on request).
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
  • The toilet with adaptations is located straight ahead and on the right as you enter the building through the main entrance.
  • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
  • The male and female toilet facilities are located straight ahead and on the right as you enter the building through the main entrance.
  • The male and female toilet facilities are located to the right as you enter the Youth Hall from inside the building, via the main entrance.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • Standard changing facilities are located straight ahead and on the left as you enter the building through the main entrance.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the Toilet with Adaptations.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • Standard shower facilities are located within the standard Home and Away Changing Rooms.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the front of the building, off Mount Merrion Avenue, adjacent to Cregagh Primary School.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 250cm (width) x 437cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 140cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 8m from the main entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving to access the Youth Club and Kitchen Outside Access entrances from the car park, but not the Main Entrance.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for staff and visitors only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
• On-street Parking View
  • On-street standard parking is available.
  • There is ample unmarked and unrestricted on-street standard parking located on Mount Merrion Avenue, Dennet End, and other local roads.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is also an overflow car park located off Dennet End.

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Entrance (Main Entrance)

• This entrance is located at the front of the building, leading in from the car park.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a steep gradient.
• The ramp is over 150cm wide with no handrails.
• There is an intercom at a height of 141cm.
• There is a key pad at a height of 144cm.
• The intercom, key pad and door release button are for out of hours access/exits only.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 76cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 138cm.
• There is a second single manual door.
• The door has an open extension leaf.
• The second door is permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 127cm.
• The second door has a medium visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Entrance (Youth Club)

• This entrance is located on the right hand side of the car park, straight ahead as you enter the car park from Mount Merrion Avenue.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a steep gradient.
• The ramp is over 150cm wide with no handrails.
• There is an intercom at a height of 117cm.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 119cm.
• The intercom and key fob/card reader are for out of hours access only.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 133cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a second single manual door.
• The second door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 88cm.
• The second door has a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Entrance (Rear Entrance - Access to/from Outdoor Facilities)

• This entrance is located to the rear of the building, leading to/from the sports pitch.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a slight gradient.
• The ramp is over 150cm wide with no handrails.
• There is an intercom at a height of 146cm.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked or bolted.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 77cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is a second single manual door.
• The door has an open extension leaf.
• The second door is permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 128cm.
• The second door has a medium visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Entrance (Kitchen Outside Access)

• This entrance is located on the right hand side of the car park, straight ahead as you enter the car park from Mount Merrion Avenue.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a steep gradient.
• The ramp is over 150cm wide with no handrails.
• There is a single manual door at this entrance.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 73cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Reception

• The reception is located to the right as you enter the building through the main entrance.
• The distance from the main entrance (second set of doors) is 1m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 75cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the desk.
• The reception has windows, a television and glazed screens.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There may be background noise in this area.
• The flooring is shiny.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
• The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the outdoor facilities.
• Access throughout may include doors permanently held open, manual doors and narrow walkways.
• The flooring is shiny.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable in some areas.

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Room (Minor Hall)

• The room is located along the corridor to the right as you enter the building through the main entrance, then on your left.
• The distance from the main entrance is 18m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There are double manual doors with a medium visual contrast.
• One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 75cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Room (Meeting Room)

• The room is located immediately to the left beyond the Reception desk as you enter the building through the main entrance.
• The distance from the main entrance is 12m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 72cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring consists of deep pile carpet.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and armchairs.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Room (Creche)

• The room is located immediately to the left beyond the Reception desk as you enter the building through the main entrance.
• The distance from the main entrance is 12m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a bell at a height of 166cm.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 72cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Room (Youth Hall)

• The room is located to the right as you enter the building through the main entrance, or immediately ahead as you pass through the second set of doors at the Youth Club entrance.
• The distance from the main entrance (second set of doors) is 15m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door has an open extension leaf.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 127cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas and stools.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables and coffee tables.
• The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Kitchen

• The kitchen is located at the far end of the corridor to the right as you enter the building through the main entrance.
• There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door is permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 73cm.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
• A lowered work surface is not available.
• Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
• The hob is 91cm from the floor.
• The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The sink is 90cm from the floor.
• A lowered sink is not available.
• The sink has a lever mixer tap.
• Facilities within the kitchen include a dishwasher, a toaster, a kettle, a microwave, a freezer and a fridge.
• The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
• Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
• The tables are fixed.
• The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Only the top oven is within 70cm - 105cm from the floor. The bottom oven is below 70cm from the floor.

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Changing Area (Home and Away Changing)

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• Changing Area View
  • The male and female changing area were surveyed.
  • The changing area is located straight ahead and to the left as you enter the building through the main entrance, at the end of the corridor opposite the standard toilets.
  • The distance from the main entrance (second set of doors) is 25m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing area has narrow walkways and step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 72cm.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • Facilities in this area include: showers and a changing bench.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Shower Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
  • There is a fixed height shower head.
  • The shower controls are push.
  • There are two changing areas - one for the home sports team, and another for the away team. They are interchangeable depending on the gender of the teams playing, but would only ever be used by one gender at a time.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located straight ahead and on the right as you enter the building through the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 9m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 91cm.
  • The door has a locking handle.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a medium visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 188cm (width) x 195cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 120cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 98cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 71cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the right as you face the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 83cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 111cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 87cm.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Outdoor Spaces

• The following is available in this area: a playground, a playground with play equipment and a sports pitch.
• Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac, artificial grass and sand.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
• The following areas have stepped access: the sand pit.
• There are double, manual gates to access the 3G sports pitch. These open towards you to a width of over 150cm, and have a low colour contrast with the surrounding fence.

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• Playground View
  • There is a play area with an access point over 100cm wide.
  • There is a route around the play equipment which is firm and even, and is at least 150cm wide.
  • The play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
  • The following play experiences are available: crawling, sensory (visual, audible, or tactile) and social play.