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Charlton Park

Charlton Park Road, Charlton, London, SE7 8RE

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Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located opposite the car park, and within the male and female standard toilets.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located to the left of the Charlton Park Road - Charlton Park Lane access point.
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within all adapted toilets.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located on Charlton Park Road.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 236cm (width) x 472cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 90cm.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes.
    • There is a slight ramp to exit the car park onto the walkaway towards the playground and to access the adapted toilet.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Access Point (Charlton Park Road- Charlton Lane)

  • This access point is located on Charlton Park Road, opposite Charlton Park Lane.
  • The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
  • The access point is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There is an open gap.
  • The width of the opening is 340cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Access Point (Charlton Park Road - Car park)

  • This access point is located on Charlton Park Road.
  • The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
  • The access point is clearly signed.
  • Assistance is not available at the access point.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There are double manual gates.
  • The gates are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 330cm.
  • The gates have a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Access Point (Cemetery Lane)

  • This access point is located on Cemetery Lane.
  • The access point is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There is a single manual gate.
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 100cm.
  • The gate has a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Access Point (Charlton Park Lane)

  • This access point is located on the junction of Charlton Park Lane and Canberra Road.
  • The access point is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There is a single gate at this access point.
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 95cm.
  • The gate has a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free access via slope as you enter.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.

Access Point (Canberra Road)

  • This access point is located on Canberra Road.
  • The access point is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There are double gates at this access point.
  • The gates are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 170cm.
  • The gates have a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free access via slope as you enter.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.

Access Point (Charlton House)

  • This access point is located to the right of Charlton House car park.
  • The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
  • The access point is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There are double gates at this access point.
  • The gates are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 270cm.
  • The gates have a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Outdoor Spaces

  • The following is available in this area: a playground with play equipment, sports pitches, sports courts, parkland and a toilet block.
  • Additional facilities in this area include: a skate park .
  • Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac, rubber tarmac, loose chippings and grass.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the toilet block, adapted toilet and food kiosk.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the food kiosk.
  • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.
  • Playground View
    • There is a playground with an access point over 100cm wide.
    • There is a route around the play equipment which is firm and even, but is less than 150cm wide.
    • 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, rotating, climbing, balancing, viewing, sensory (visual, audible, or tactile), fitness and social play.

Eating and Drinking (The Old Cottage Coffee Shop)

  • Location and Service View
    • The Old Cottage Coffee Shop is ahead and to the right of the Carlton Park Road - Carlton Lane access point.
    • The most accessible route has a very easy slope and uneven surfaces.
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
    • Full table service is available.
    • Menus are 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 and takeaway cups.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 90cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some 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, chairs without armrests and benches.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Eating and Drinking (Kiosk - Playground)

  • Location and Service View
    • The food kiosk is next to the playground.
    • The most accessible route has slight ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and designated seating.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menus are 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.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • There is stepped access to the counter.
    • There is 1 step with no handrails.
    • The steps are unmarked.
    • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the highest step is 13cm.
    • The height of the counter is 116cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is uncovered.
    • 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.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer - Car Park)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located between the car park and playground.
    • The distance from the car park is 15m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has slight ramps or slopes.
    • There is step-free access via ramp into the facility.
    • The ramp has a slight gradient.
    • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
    • There is no signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 94cm.
    • The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 370cm (width) x 194cm (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.
    • The lateral transfer space is 300cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a medium 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 high visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 87cm 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 medium visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 94cm 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 90cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is no 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 height of the baby change facility when in use is 95cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer - Female)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located within the female toilets.
    • The distance from the Charlton Park Road - Charlton Lane access point is 20m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has slight ramps or slopes and doors permanently held open.
    • There is step-free access via slope into the facility.
    • The slope has a slight gradient.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 79cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 160cm (width) x 230cm (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.
    • The lateral transfer space is 116cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
    • The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
    • There is not a toilet roll holder.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 76cm 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 medium visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 95cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has no disposal facilities.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 91cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer - Male)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located within the male toilets.
    • The distance from the Charlton Park Road - Charlton Lane access point is 25m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has doors permanently held open and slight ramps or slopes.
    • There is step-free access via slope into the facility.
    • The slope has a slight gradient.
    • There is a steep slope leading from the café to the toilet block. There is an alternative slight slope to the left.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a medium visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
    • The door has a sliding bolt lock.
    • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 170cm (width) x 170cm (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 118cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 49cm 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 medium 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 71cm 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 high visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 88cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has no disposal facilities.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 164cm from the floor.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 91cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.