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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a community centre, including a charity shop, games room, computer room, creche, meeting rooms, rooms for hire, and a community museum.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include a children's play area, community gardening area, memorial garden and an outdoor gym.

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Location

• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Seaham.
• The nearest Metro Station is South Hylton.

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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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).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Standard unmarked parking is available on Easington Lane.

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Outside Access (Community Centre Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the door opening is 89cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left of the community centre main entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 132cm (4ft 4in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the community centre main entrance.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a second lower handrail.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the community centre main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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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 during certain activities.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Opening Times (Community Centre Shop)

• Monday 09:00 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 13:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Community Centre Shop

• The community centre shop is located through the first doorway on the right as you enter the community centre.
• There is step-free access to the shop from the community centre main entrance.
• There are 2 doors to enter the shop.
• The first door opens away from you (push).
• The door may be difficult to open.
• The opening width of the door is 74cm wide.
• The second door opens away from you (push).
• The door may be difficult to open.
• The opening width of the door is 86cm wide.
• The flooring in the shop is carpet.
• There is a 150cm by 150cm turning space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is background music played in the shop.
• There is a table.
• The height of the table is 66cm.
• There are chairs.
• The chairs do not have armrests.
• Some of the clothing racks and shelving are high (180cm) and may not be accessible to a wheelchair user.
• Volunteers can offer assistance.

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Computer Room

• The computer room is located on the ground floor, through the shop doorway and immediately to the right.
• There is step-free access to the computer room from the community centre main entrance.
• The door to the computer room is at the front right of the community centre shop.
• The door opens away from you (push).
• The door is 87cm wide.
• The door is permanently held open.
• The flooring is carpet.
• There is not a 150cm by 150cm turning space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There are 4 desks in the room.
• Two of the desks are 70cm high.
• Two of the desks are 72cm high.
• There are 6 computers available.
• The height of the computer monitors ranges from 115cm to 117cm.

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Games Room

• The games room is located on the ground floor, through the first door on the left as you enter the community centre.
• There is step-free access to the games room from the community centre main entrance.
• There is a double door with one door locked.
• The door opens away from you (push).
• The opening width of the door is 70cm.
• The flooring is carpet.
• There is a 150cm by 150cm turning space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There are 2 snooker tables at a height of 86cm.
• There is seating without armrests available.
• Some of the seating is located on a raised area accessed by a medium height (18cm) step.

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Opening Times (Creche)

• Monday 09:00 - 12:00.
• Monday 12:30 - 15:00.
• Tuesday 12:30 - 15:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 12:00.
• Wednesday 12:30 - 15:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 12:00.
• Thursday 12:30 - 15:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 12:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 12:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Creche

• The creche is located on the ground floor, at the rear left of the community centre, next to the lift.
• There is step-free access to the creche from the community centre main entrance.
• The door opens towards you (pull).
• The door may be difficult to open.
• The door is a single door with a locked single extension leaf.
• The opening width is 87cm wide.
• The flooring is vinyl.
• The flooring is shiny and may appear to be wet.
• There is step-free access throughout the creche.
• There is a 150cm by 150cm turning space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a range of children's play equipment.
• There are chairs without armrests available.
• There is a sensory room but at the time of the survey it was in use and could not be surveyed.

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Entrance (Creche to Outside Play Area)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front right of the creche.

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• Entrance View
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located just past the entrance leading to the play area.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.

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Creche Outside Play Area

• The outside play area is located at the rear right of the community centre and can be accessed via the creche outside play area entrance.
• The outside play area surface is grass.
• Some surfaces may be uneven.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre .
• There is a range of outside play equipment available which includes swings, climbing frames, balance equipment and mobile toys.

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Entrance (Rear Left Entrance To Garden)

• This information is for the entrance located at the rear left of the community centre.

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• Entrance View
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 92cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located at the very bottom of the ramp.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 5cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Outside Access (Garden Front Entrance Gate)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front, between the community centre and community hall.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 386cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located on the path beyond the gate.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

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Garden

• The garden is located at the rear of the community centre.
• The garden is accessed via the Rear Left Entrance To Garden or the gate at the front of the community centre.
• The garden area is accessed via grass.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There are some slight and steep slopes throughout the garden.
• There are some planting beds, a green house, a memorial garden and an outdoor gym.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
  • 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 the left going up.
  • There is not a landing.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • There is a double, heavy manual door on the first floor.
  • The stars do not have handrails that are easy to grip.
  • The stairs have a half landing only.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear right of the community centre building, just before the creche..
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the community centre main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 79cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 106cm x 139cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does 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 not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is low to moderate.

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Exhibition Room

• The exhibition room is located on the first floor of the community centre, at the end of the corridor, to the left as you exit the lift.
• There are double doors to enter the exhibition room.
• The doors open away from you (push).
• The opening width is 100cm.
• The flooring is wood.
• The flooring is shiny and may appear to be wet.
• There is a 150cm by 150cm space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Exhibits vary in height from 100cm to 176cm.
• There is a mixture of chairs with and without armrests.

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Large Meeting Room

• The large meeting room is located on the community centre first floor, immediately to the right as you exit the lift.
• There is a single door with a locked extension leaf.
• The door opens towards you (pull).
• The door may be difficult to open.
• The opening width is 87cm wide.
• The flooring is carpet.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There are tables in this room.
• The height to the underside of the table is 67cm.
• There are chairs without armrests available.
• There is a kitchenette in the large meeting room.
• The worksurface is 92cm high.
• There is a sink at a height of 92cm.
• The taps are separate twist turn.
• There is a hot water dispenser at a height of 140cm to the top control.
• There are also 3 smaller meeting rooms available.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Community Centre - Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the community centre main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor in the community centre main corridor, on the left, facing the reception desk.
  • 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 260cm (5ft 3in x 8ft 6in).
  • There is 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 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not 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 not a mirror.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • 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 high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Community Centre)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, at the end of the community centre main corridor, on the right.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the community centre main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Creche Children's Toilet)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located at the rear right of the creche.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the creche children's cubicles.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.