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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include two pools, fitness suite, cardiac zone, treatment rooms including a thermal spa, and spectators gallery.

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Old Street.
• The nearest underground station is Old Street.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Norman Street and Ironmonger Row.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 125cm (4ft 1in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open automatically (away from you).
  • The doors are single width.
  • The door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in) wide.

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Reception

• The desk is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in various areas.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Swimming Pool

• There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is hydraulic.
• There are steps into the swimming pool.
• There are 6 steps.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.

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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the second floor.
  • The fitness suite is 3m (3yd 10in) from the lift.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • Level access is by lift.
• IFI Accredited Fitness Suite View
  • A number of staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equality Training.
  • IFI accredited equipment is available.
  • For example: recumbent cycle and upper body ergometer.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive some training in assisting disabled people.
  • Training provided is by the london leisure college.
  • There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-G-1-2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the right just past reception.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-G-1-2.
• The lift is 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 101cm (3ft 4in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 141cm x 196cm (4ft 8in x 6ft 5in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Thermal Spa

• The thermal spa, also called the turkish baths, are located on the lower ground floor.
• Access to the spa is through the Treatment and Changing Rooms area via each of the female and male changing rooms therein.
• There is step-free level access to this area.
• There is no signage on or near the entrance.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 91cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• Facilities in this area include:
  • steam rooms, saunas and hot rooms;
  • ice fountain, plunge pool, monsoon and bucket showers;
  • treatment rooms with heated treatment tables (Hammam slabs).
• There are also shared standard toilets and shared standard showers within the spa.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
• There is stepped access to the plunge pool.
• There are no doors along circulation routes in this area.
• Access throughout may include narrow walkways.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Some flooring is patterned.
• The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
• Seating available in this area includes: benches and relaxation beds.
• Seating is fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area.
• Area signage is not provided.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.

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Level Change (First Floor)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located at the end of the main corridor.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located in the main corridor.
• There is / are 3 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do not have handrails.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located on the ground floor.
  • The facility is 21m (22yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • It is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The width of the door is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 326cm x 354cm (10ft 8in x 11ft 7in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The length of the bench is 196cm (6ft 5in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 208cm (6ft 10in).
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Drop down rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rails are on both sides.
  • The type of sink is adjustable.
  • Wall mounted hand rails are available at the sink.
  • As you face the sink, rails are available on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The facility has a non slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is not available.
  • It is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from the floor).
• Comments View
  • You need a wrist band or card to access this facility.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Lower Ground Floor)

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• Location and Access View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • There is tactile and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (26.0ft) from the treatment room .
  • This accessible toilet is located off the treatment room corridor.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 93cm (3ft 0.5in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 416cm (5ft 10.5in x 13ft 7.5in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 114cm (3ft 8.5in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is push.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 6.5in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high visual contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a low visual contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Notes View
  • There is also a shower and changing seat in the accessible toilet.
  • There is are similar accessible toilets on the first floor.

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  • There is also a toilet with adaptations on the ground floor, behind reception.
  • The facility here does not have shower.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Male Changing Rooms)

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• Location and Access View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • There is tactile and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (26.0ft) from the male changing room entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the male changing room.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is not a shared toilet.
  • This is a male facility.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 95cm (3ft 1.0in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 198cm x 301cm (6ft 5.5in x 9ft 10.5in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 109cm (3ft 6.5in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is push.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7.0in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high visual contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a medium visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a medium visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 80cm (2ft 7.0in).
  • There is also a shower and changing seat in the accessible toilet. Thre is also an identical accessible toilet in the female changing rooms.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor and first floor.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located on the lower ground floor within the thermal spa.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located on the ground floor within the toilet with adaptations.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.

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    Comments
  • At the time of research, it was not possible to photograph the female and male standard toilets.

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Standard Changing Room (Swimming Pool)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 20m (50.5cm) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 12m (30.0cm) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 16m (40.5cm) from the swimming pool.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located at the rear of ground floor lobby.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is normally on duty.