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Overview

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• About View
  • This is a community centre with multiple services available.
  • Facilities available in the venue include: community halls for hire, standard and adapted toilets, and kitchen facilities.
  • View information on opening times
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the minor hall.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors.
  • The basement level can be accessed via a standard lift.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is no hearing assistance system.
  • 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 on the right as you exit the lift on the basement level.
  • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
  • The male and female toilet facilities are located on the ground floor and to the left as you pass the seating area via the main entrance.
  • The male and female toilet facilities are located on the right as you exit the lift on the basement level .

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the back of the building.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • There are no bay markings.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Entrance (Main)

• This entrance is located at the front of the building.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• 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 a very easy slope at the entrance.
• There is a single manual door at this entrance.
• The door has a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 84cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is a second single manual door.
• The door has a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
• The second door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 82cm.
• The second door has a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Entrance (Minor Hall)

• This entrance is located off the car park, and to the right.
• 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 between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the right going up.
• There is a single manual gate at this entrance.
• The gate is permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 116cm.
• The gate has a high visual contrast.
• There is a second single manual door.
• The second door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 108cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The second door has a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.
• This is a fire door but is held open for the beginning and end of activities.
  This entrance provides the only step-free access to the Minor Hall.

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Reception

• The reception is located on the ground floor, through the seating area at the main entrance and then on the right.
• The distance from the main entrance is 10m.
• The most accessible route to reception has manual doors.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There is no desk for reception, visitors should just knock on the door and a team member will come to assist you.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the minor hall.
• Access throughout may include manual doors.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
• There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located to the left of reception.
• The distance from the main entrance is 20m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has manual doors and step-free level access.
• The basement and ground floor are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 80cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 113cm (width) x 138cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• At the time of survey, the lift was being used to store some equipment which can be removed if lift use is required.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located straight through the building via the main doors until you get to the last door ahead.
• The basement and ground floor can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 17 steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Seating Area

• The seating area is located on the ground floor, directly after the main entrance.
• The most accessible route to the seating area has manual doors and step-free level access.
• There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
• The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Room (Main Hall)

• The room is located on the ground floor and to the right after the seating area.
• The distance from the main entrance is 20m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is no 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 a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 109cm.
• 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.
• Some 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 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.
• Announcements are in person.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Kitchen

• The kitchen is located straight ahead from the main entrance, after the seating area.
• There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 82cm.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• The work surface is 89cm from the floor.
• A lowered work surface is not available.
• Under counter cupboards are available.
• The hob is 90cm from the floor.
• A lowered hob is not available.
• 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 twist/turn tap.
• Facilities within the kitchen include a microwave, a fridge freezer and a kettle.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Room (Minor Hall)

• The room is located on the basement level.
• The distance from Minor Hall entrance is 1m.
• The most accessible route to the room has a slight ramp or slope and manual doors.
• There is no signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free access via ramp into the room.
• The ramp has a slight gradient.
• The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the right going up.
• The ramp bypasses the steps.
• There are 3 steps with handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 82cm.
• 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 walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests and sofas.
• Furniture available in the room includes: 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.
• Additional facilities/services include: a play area.
• There is background noise in this room.
• Announcements are in person.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• This room's most accessible entrance is shown in the first photo. The width of this door is 108cm, as detailed under "Minor Hall Entrance".
  If accessed via the main entrance the lift will take you to the basement level, but there are then steps to overcome as shown in photo 2 and detailed above.

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Room (Committee Room)

• The room is located on the basement level, as you exit the lift, straight ahead down the corridor then on the right.
• The distance from the lift is 8m.
• The most accessible route to the room has a lift and manual doors.
• There is no 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.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• 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 suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a wash basin.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Announcements are in person.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the basement floor, to the corridor on the right, then on the left hand side.
  • The distance from the lift is 8m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has a lift and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access via lift into the facility.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 82cm.
  • 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 high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 166cm (width) x 217cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 99cm (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 45cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • 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 95cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm 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 109cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 102cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is also an assistance button at a height of 103cm.