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Chestnuts Park

St Ann's Road, West Green, London, N15

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Introduction

  • Services / facilities within the grounds include a Cafe, Football Pitches, Play Park, Tennis Courts, an Outdoor Gym and a Basketball Court.

Location

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

Opening Times

  • The venue is open 24hrs.

Parking

  • The venue does not have its own car park.

Access Point (La Rose Lane Gate)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located on La Rose Lane.
    • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
    • There is step-free access at this access point.
    • There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
    • The gate is permanently held open.
    • The width of the gap is 103cm.

Access Point (Corner of Clarence Road and La Rose Lane)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located on the corner of Clarence Road and La Rose Lane.
    • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
    • There is an open gap for access.
    • The width of the gap is 104cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located between and after the barrier.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

Access Point (Cornwall Road Gate)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located on Cornwall Road.
    • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
    • There is step-free access at this access point.
    • There is an open gap for access.
    • The width of the gap is 107cm.

Access Point (Ascot Road Gate)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located at the junction of Ascot Road and Cornwall Road.
    • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
    • There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
    • The gate is permanently held open.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located leading to the gate.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • Comments View
    • There are some uneven surfaces at this gate.

Access Point (St. Ann's Road)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located on St. Ann's Road.
    • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
    • There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
    • The gate is permanently held open.
    • The width of the gap is 95cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located after the entrance.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

Access Point (St. Ann's Road Café Gate)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located on St Ann's Road.
    • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
    • There is step-free access at this access point.
    • There is no gate at this access point.
    • The width of the gap is 120cm.

Access Point (Chestnuts School Gate)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located opposite Chestnuts Primary School on La Rose Lane.
    • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
    • There is step-free access at this access point.
    • There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
    • The gate is permanently held open.
    • The width of the gap is 122cm.

Access Point (Corner of St Ann's Road and La Rose Lane)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located on the corner of St Ann's Road and La Rose Lane.
    • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
    • There is step-free access at this access point.
    • There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
    • The gate is permanently held open.
    • The width of the gap is 94cm.
    • There are two similar pedestrian gates at this location.

Playground

  • There is a play area straight ahead after the entrance from St Ann's Road with a slide, swings and roundabouts.
  • This area is entered via perimeter gates that are 120cm wide.
  • The surfaces are a combination of tarmac and grass.

Parks and Gardens

  • The park or garden does have footpaths.
  • The path(s) has a / have concrete surface(s).
  • The majority of the path(s) is / are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There are slight slopes on the paths.
  • There are bench seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

Outside Access (Café 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(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).

Eating and Drinking (Chestnut Café)

  • The following information is for the café.
  • Full table service is not available.
  • Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
  • Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests.
  • The nearest table is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the café entrance.
  • The standard height for tables is 75cm.
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • Menus are wall only.
  • Menus are not available in Braille.
  • Menus are not available in large print.
  • Picture menus are not available.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

Inside Access

  • There is level access to the service(s).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • This venue does play background music.
  • Music is played throughout the cafe.
  • Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
  • The lighting levels are good.

Standard Toilet(s) (Public Toilets)

Standard Toilet(s) (Café)

Toilet with Adaptations (Café)

  • Accessible toilet facilities are not available.

Toilet with Adaptations (Public Toilets)

  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • Location and Access View
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the St Ann's Road - playground entrance.
    • This accessible toilet is located at the front of the park, on St Ann's Road.
    • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • Features and Dimensions View
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
    • The key is a radar key.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible toilet door is 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 230cm x 150cm (7ft 7in x 4ft 11in).
    • There is not 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 166cm (5ft 5in).
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
    • The tap type is push.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • There is not an emergency alarm.
    • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
    • There is a/are coat hook(s).
    • The height of the coat hook is 140cm from the floor.
  • 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.
    • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
    • The shelf is at a height of 88cm.
    • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
    • There is a mirror.
    • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • 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 colour contrast between the external door and wall.
    • There is a low visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

Additional Info

  • A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
  • An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
  • The assistance dog toilet area is located in the park grounds.
  • A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.

Tennis Courts

  • There is a single-width, 79cm wide door to access the tennis courts.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • There is level access into the tennis courts.
  • There are some uneven surfaces on the approach to the tennis courts.

Basketball Courts

  • There are concrete surfaces at this basketball court.
  • There is level access into the basketball court.
  • There are some uneven surfaces at the court.