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Hilly Fields Park

Adelade Avenue, Ladywell, Lewisham, SE13 1YP

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Overview

Parking

  • Public Parking View
    • On-street standard parking is available.
    • On-street standard parking is available on Montague Avenue, Hilly Fields Crescent, and Vicars Hill.

Access Point 1 - Adelaide Avenue - South

  • Access Point View
    • This access point is located off Adelaide Avenue.
    • The access point is not clearly signed.
    • There is step-free level access at the access point.
    • There is an open gap at this access point.
    • The width of the opening is more than 200cm.
    • There is step-free access via a slope as you enter.
    • The slope has a steep gradient.

Access Point 2 - Montague Avenue

  • Access Point View
    • This access point is located off Montague Avenue.
    • The access point is not clearly signed.
    • There is step-free level access at the access point.
    • There is an open gap at this access point.
    • The width of the opening is more than 200cm.
    • There is step-free access via a slope as you enter.
    • The slope has a steep gradient.

Access Point 3 - Hilly Fields Crescent

  • Access Point View
    • This access point is located off Hilly Fields Crescent.
    • The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
    • The access point is clearly signed.
    • There is step-free level access at the access point.
    • There is an open gap at this access point.
    • The width of the opening is more than 200cm.
    • There is step-free access via a slope as you enter.
    • The slope has a slight gradient.

Access Point 4 - Vicars Hill - Northeast

  • Access Point View
    • This access point is located off Vicars Hill.
    • The access point is not clearly signed.
    • There is step-free access via a slope.
    • The slope has a steep gradient.
    • There is an open gap at this access point.
    • The width of the opening is more than 200cm.
    • There is step-free access via a slope as you enter.
    • The slope has a steep gradient.

Outdoor Spaces (Children's Play Area)

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: a playground and a grassed play area.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are surfaced footpaths in some areas.
    • Surfaced footpaths consist of: tarmac.
    • The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces.
    • There are also unsurfaced paths/trails throughout.
    • Path or trail surfaces consist of: wood bark, grass, uncompacted earth (muddy) and sand.
    • The majority of the unsurfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some paths/trails have sections with: uneven surfaces.
    • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the park.
  • Playground View
    • The playground is accessed via a gate.
    • The width of the opening is 100cm.
    • Some of the play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
    • The following play experiences are available: swinging, sliding, rocking, climbing and social play (e.g. water or sand pits, talk tubes, hopscotch, roundabouts, see-saws).
    • Routes around the play equipment are firm and even.
    • Routes around the play equipment are at least 150cm wide.

Outdoor Spaces (Park)

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: a grassed play area, sports pitches, sports courts, an outdoor gym, parkland and walkways.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are surfaced footpaths throughout.
    • Surfaced footpaths consist of: tarmac.
    • The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces.
    • There are also unsurfaced paths/trails throughout.
    • Path or trail surfaces consist of: grass, compact earth and uncompacted earth (muddy).
    • The majority of the unsurfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some paths/trails have sections with: uneven surfaces and muddy surfaces.
    • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the park.

Entrance (Hilly Fields Park Café)

  • This entrance is located to the side of the venue.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is not 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 slight gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide.
  • There are no handrails for the ramp.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • There is a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the opening is 100cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.

Eating and Drinking (Hilly Fields Park Café)

  • Location and Access View
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is open plan access.
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located to the left as you enter.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 95cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has windows and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 100cm.
    • The payment machine is portable.
  • Service View
    • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menus types include: wall-mounted.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is both inside and outside.
    • The outdoor seating area is partially covered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some 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.
    • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There may be background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Seating Area (Hilly Fields Park Café)

  • Location and Access View
    • The seating area is located in front of the café.
    • The most accessible route has a slight ramp.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access to this area.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is partially covered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some 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 and benches.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: picnic tables.
    • Some tables are fixed.
    • The surface height of the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under some of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There may be background noise in this area.