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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the grounds include Aurora Wellbeing Centre, Sensory Gardens, Memorial Gardens, Children's Water Splash Fountain, Children's play areas, Skate Park, and Adizone Gym.
• Aurora Wellbeing Centre link (new tab) - click here.

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• Comments View
  • Canch Park has been awarded and retained a Green Flag Award.
  • The criteria for receiving this award is - a welcoming place; healthy, safe and secure; clean and well maintained; sustainability; conservation and heritage; community involvement; marketing, and management.

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Location

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

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Opening Times (Park)

• The venue is open 24hrs.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Priorswell Leisure Car Park.
  • The car park is located on Priorswell Road.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
• 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 available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Memorial Avenue.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Photographs 5 to 8 show Memorial Avenue Long Stay Car Park that is also convenient for the park.
  • Photographs 9 and 10 show the standard parking bays on Memorial Avenue which are marked widthway only.

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Access Point (Memorial Avenue - Aurora Wellbeing Centre)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Memorial Avenue.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is step-free access at this access point.
  • There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
  • The gate is permanently held open.

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Access Point (Memorial Avenue - Priorswell Road)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located at the junction of Memorial Avenue and Priorswell Road.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is step-free access at this access point.
  • There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
  • The gate is permanently held open.

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Access Point (Priorswell Road)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Priorswell Road.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is step-free access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
  • The width of the gap is 110cm.
• Comments View
  • There are additional access points on Priorswell Road.

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Access Point (Memorial Avenue Long Stay Car Park - Access Point)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located off Memorial Avenue Long Stay Car Park.
  • There is an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is step-free access at this access point.
  • There is an open gap for access.
  • The width of the gap is 130cm.
  • There are bollards at this access point.
• Comments View
  • The bollards leading to this access point are 150cm wide and do not contrast with the paving.
  • This access point also gives access to the Aurora Wellbeing Centre.

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Parks and Gardens

• The park or garden does have footpaths.
• The path(s) has a / have tarmac and concrete surface(s).
• The majority of the path(s) is / are wide enough for wheelchair users.
• There are slight slopes on the paths.
• There are bench seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

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• Comments View
  • Photographs 11 and 12 show the multi-purpose pitch at the centre of the park.

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Skate Park

• This area is close to the Priorswell Road end of the park.
• There is a selection of slopes of varying degrees and heights.
• The surface is concrete.

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Adizone Gym Area

• This area is close to the Priorswell Road end of the park.
• There is a variety of outdoor gym equipment including a leg press and walking machine.

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Children's Play Area

• The children's play areas and splash pool are located at the Priorswell Road end of the park.
• The ground surface is soft rubber and grass.
• Photographs 1, 2, and 3 show the Water Fountain Splash Park.
• Around this area there is a wide variety of equipment suitable for toddlers and older children including swings, slides, climbing frames, and a zip wire.
• The yellow gates to access the play areas are single, easy to open and are 120cm wide.
• Some of the gates open towards you (pull) and some open away from you (push).

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Cafe

• The Canch Café kiosk is located approximately 30m from the Memorial Avenue - Priorswell Road Access Point. although it can be accessed from any of the access points into the park.
• The height of the kiosk counter is 94cm.
• There is fixed bench seating on the grass opposite the kiosk.
• The café offers a selection of hot and cold snacks and drinks.

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Changing Places

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located to the right of The Canch Cafe.
  • The facility is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Memorial Avenue and Priorswell Road - Access Point.
  • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • The facility is located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
  • There is level access to the facility.
  • The facility surveyed is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the external door and wall .
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from staff at The Canch Café.
  • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 386cm x 337cm.
  • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
  • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 270cm (8ft 10in).
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • Dropdown rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall .
  • There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 90cm.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the toilet seat and pan.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head can be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is not a vertical grab rail for the shower.
• Other Facilities View
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the hand dryer is 88cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is a coat hook.
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 113cm and 161cm from the floor.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Parent and Baby Room

• There is a parent and baby room for public use.
• The parent and baby room is located in the toilet block to the right of The Canch Café.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 30m from the Memorial Avenue - Priorswell Road Access Point.
• There is step-free access to the parent and baby room.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the room.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
• The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the baby change table once extended is 91cm (2ft 12in).
• There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
• There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
• The height of the wash basin is 82cm.
• The wash basin tap type is push.
• There is/are not chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • The key to this facility is available from staff at The Canch Café.

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Accessible Toilet (Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Memorial Avenue - Priorswell Road.
  • This accessible toilet is located within the toilet block to the right of The Canch Café.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from staff at The Canch Café.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 146cm x 205cm (4ft 9in x 6ft 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 77cm (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 push.
  • 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 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder cannot 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 high colour 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 fair.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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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 Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located in the toilet block to the right of The Canch Café.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Memorial Avenue - Priorswell Road Access Point.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the shared toilets are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • The key to this facility can be obtained from staff at The Canch Café kiosk.