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Overview

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• About View
  • Facilities available in the venue include: swimming pool, gym and sports hall.
  • View information on opening times
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest train station is Denmark Hill.
  • The nearest underground station is Oval.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Traveline (opens new tab).
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the upper tier for the swimming pool viewing gallery.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • The ground level and level 1, 2 and 3 can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
• 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.
  • Staff receive the following training: disability awareness and equality training.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located at reception and within the family wet-side changing area.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located in all changing areas.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • The changing facilities which have adaptations are located with the family wet-side changing area.
  • Standard changing facilities are located next to the gym for dry changing and to the left of the pool for wet changing.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the family wet-side changing area.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • The shower facilities which have adaptations are located within the dry changing areas.
  • Standard shower facilities are located in all changing areas.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located on Kimpton Road next to the leisure centre.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 450cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 110cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 9m from the main entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy slope.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • Free parking for Blue Badge holders is restricted to 4 hours, this applies to all users.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Entrance (Main)

• This entrance is located on Artichoke Place.
• 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 a handrail on the right going up.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 161cm.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The second set of doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 104cm.
• The second set of doors have a low 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.
• The distance from the main entrance is 3m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 110cm.
• There is a lowered section at the desk.
• The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
• The reception has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Some 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.
• Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
• There are security barriers with a wider opening which are operated manually.
• The security barriers have a width of 52cm.
  The wider security barrier has a width of 95cm and is operated by staff.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
• The visual contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• Lighting levels are adjustable in some areas.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Reception - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located ahead through the security barriers at reception.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 7m.
  • 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 86cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • 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 196cm (width) x 234cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 135cm (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 high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high 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 90cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 90cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 94cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and 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.

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Pool

• This is an indoor swimming pool.
• There is step-free level access throughout this area.
• Access throughout this area may include slippery surfaces.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• There is an emergency alarm at poolside.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Access into the water is via steps.
• There are 10 steps with handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of the steps throughout its length.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• The pool has a lifeguard on duty at all times.
• The following adaptations are available for disabled people: manual hoist.
• Additional facilities include: a children's pool.

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Changing Area (Family - Wet)

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• Changing Area View
  • The changing area is located along the corridor to the left after reception. Continue along and the changing rooms are on the right.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 18m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing area has 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 82cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • Facilities in this area include: changing cubicles, toilets, showers, baby change facilities and lockers.
  • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 99cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
  • There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
  • There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
  • The wash basin has a twist/turn tap.
• Shower Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There are separate male and female standard changing areas next to the family changing area.
    These do not have changing rooms with adaptations.

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Changing Room with Adaptations (Family - Wet - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The changing room surveyed is located within the family wet-side changing area.
  • The distance from family wet-side changing area entrance is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • Facilities available in the changing room include: a chair/stool, a toilet, a wash basin, a wheel-in shower and a ceiling tracking hoist which accesses all areas.
  • The dimensions of the changing room are 230cm (width) x 348cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the toilet as you look at it.
  • The lateral transfer space is 168cm (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 high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 46cm 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 97cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high 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 103cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The changing room has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 107cm and 142cm from the floor.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 51cm from the floor.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There are grab rails and a dropdown rail for the shower.
  • The shower grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • The shower dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Gym

• The gym is located along the corridor in front of reception. Continue along the corridor and the gym is on the right.
• There is step-free level access into the gym.
• There are double manual doors with a low visual contrast.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 149cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The gym is staffed when open.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
• Equipment includes free weights, cable resistance machines, upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed and arm cycles.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Changing Area (Dry)

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• Changing Area View
  • The male changing area was surveyed.
  • The changing area is located along the corridor in front of reception. Continue along the corridor and the dry changing areas are on the right.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 25m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • 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 78cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • Facilities in this area include: toilets, showers, a changing bench and lockers.
  • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
  • There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
  • There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
  • The wash basin has a push tap.
• Shower Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
  • There is a fixed height shower head.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.

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Shower with Adaptations (Dry)

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• Location and Access View
  • The shower surveyed is located within the dry changing area.
  • The distance from the dry changing area entrance is 11m.
  • The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a fixed height shower head.
  • The shower controls are push.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • There are grab rails and dropdown rails for the shower.
  • The grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it was tied up at the time of the survey.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is an unobstructed shelf.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Dry - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located with the dry changing area.
  • The distance from the dry changing area entrance is 5m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a low 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 148cm (width) x 179cm (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 88cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the right transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 47cm 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 94cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 106cm 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 130cm 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 no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 165cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

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Room (Warwick Sports Hall)

• The room is located along the corridor in front of reception. Continue along the corridor and Warwick Sports Hall is on the right.
• The distance from the main entrance is 33m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is stepped access into the room.
• There are 4 steps with a handrail on the left going up.
• The handrail is easy to grip.
• The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrail extends 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 16cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• The steps are located after the entrance door.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 81cm.
• 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 visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• 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, with unshaded light sources.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located ahead and to the left from reception.
• The distance from the main entrance is 9m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The ground level and levels 1, 2 and 3 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 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 91cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 108cm (width) x 141cm (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.
• Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located ahead and to the left from reception.
• There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
• The ground level and levels 1, 2 and 3 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 16 steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrail is easy to grip.
• The handrail covers 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 16cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Seating Area (Pool Viewing Gallery)

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• Location and Access View
  • The viewing gallery in on level 1 ahead as you exit the lift.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 82cm.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the upper tier of the seating gallery is accessed via a slight ramp.
    The ramp has hand rails on both sides and is 89cm in width.
  • 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 with armrests.
  • The chairs are fixed.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.