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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Halls and meeting rooms, conference facilities.

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Opening Times

• Opening times for the venue vary according to bookings/events taking place.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Sheffield.
• There is a tram stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The name of the nearest tram stop is Cathedral.

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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).
  • Arundel Gate (S1 1DL) and Campo Lane (S1 2EF) NCP car parks are available, however these are more than 200m from the venue.
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 260cm x 600cm (8ft 6.36in x 19ft 8.22in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located on St James Street.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 260cm x 600cm (8ft 6.36in x 19ft 8.22in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on St James Street.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Entrance (Main Entrance)

• This entrance is located at the front the building.
• 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 level access via lift at the entrance.
• The lift bypasses the steps.
• 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 does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The step markings are not clearly visible.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a slight slope on the approach to the lift.
• There is a bell at a height of 78cm.
• There is an intercom at a height of 160cm.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 163cm.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double manual doors, however one door is locked or bolted.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The second set of doors open towards you.
• The doors require effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 80cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The second set of doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 123cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.
• There is a third set of double manual doors.
• The double doors open towards you.
• The doors require effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 157cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Lift (Main Entrance Platform Lift)

• The lift surveyed is located outside the main entrance.
• This lift is a platform lift.
• The most accessible route to the lift has a slight ramp or slope.
• The street and the ground floor of Cutlers' Hall are accessed by this lift.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have a high visual contrast.
• None of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 79cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 79cm (width) x 125cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have a high visual contrast.
• None of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift is slow moving and the button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
• Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit.
• A member of staff is required to use this lift.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 2m (2yd 7in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played depending on the function / event.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Cloakroom

• The cloakroom is located to the left after you enter.
• There are 3 medium (16cm) height steps with no handrails leading to the cloakroom area.
• The counter is 90cm high.

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Hatfield Suite

• The Hatfield Suite is located at the rear of the venue on the ground floor.
• There are 2 entrances off the main corridor.
• The doors at these entrances are double, heavy and open away from you (push).
• The doors have an opening width of 172cm.
• Beyond the entrance doors there are 4 medium (14cm) height steps to access the room.
• Portable ramps are available to overcome these steps.
• The portable ramps are 90cm wide with no handrails.

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Other Floors (Grand Staircase)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are the ground and first floors.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Other Floors (Standard Staircase)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are the ground, first and second floors.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Other View
  • These stairs give access to the halls on the first and second floors.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located beyond the entrance to the left.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are the lower ground, ground, first and second floors.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby on the lower ground floor and on the first floor.
• The lift is approximately 16m (4.88m) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7.5in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 140cm (4ft 7.12in x 4ft 7.12in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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Generic (Old Banquet Hall & Suites)

• The Old Banquet Hall is located on the first floor.
• There are a further 3 suites on the first and second floor for public use.
• There is step-free level access to all areas on the first floor via the lift.
• There is stepped access to the Hallamshire suite on the second floor.
• The banqueting suites are used for various events.
• Seating arrangements may vary according to events.
• At the time of survey, the tables were 78cm high.
• Chairs with and without armrests are available.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 31m (33yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right beyond the main entrance.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 144cm x 327cm (4ft 9in x 10ft 9in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • 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 lever.
  • 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 waste paper pedal bin and sanitary disposal units.
  • 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 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 42cm (1ft 5in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot 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
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • There is a low visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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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 Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 34m (111.54856ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female toilet(s).
  • There is stepped access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the female toilets are moderate to good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the lower ground floor.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 7m (22.96588ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels in the male toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the female toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 87cm (2ft 10.25in).
  • Photographs 1-5 show the male standard toilets.
  • Photographs 6-10 show the female standard toilets.

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Level Change (Female Standard Toilets)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located on approach to the female standard toilets.
• There is/are 11 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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• Comments View
  • There is a single heavy door, 100cm wide, that opens away from you to enter the female standard toilets.

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Level Change (Male Standard Toilets)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located on approach to the standard toilets.
• There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available 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.
• Staff are trained to BSL level (unknown at time of research).