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Introduction

• Related link Ward Park Bowling Pavilion.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/ward-park-bowling-pavilion
• Related link Ward Park Pitches and Changing Rooms.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/ward-park-pitches-and-changing-rooms
• Related link Ward Park Public Conveniences.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/ward-park-public-conveniences

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• Comments View
  • Ward Park is located to the south east of the centre of Bangor. It covers an area of 37 acres and is bounded by Hamilton Road, Park Drive, Castle Street and Gransha Road.
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  • Among its attractions are a children's playground, aviaries, water fowl, ponds, all weather pitches, football pitch, cricket pitch, bowling greens, putting green and tennis courts.
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  • There are regular park runs taking place in the park on Saturdays.
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  • Free live music at the Bandstand takes place every Sunday in July and August, 15:00 - 17:00.

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Introduction

• Ward Park Playground link (new tab) - click here.

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Location

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

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• Comments View
  • There are bus stops on Castle Street, Gransha Road and Hamilton Road within 150m of an access point to the park.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located on Gransha Road.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 360cm x 480cm (11ft 10in x 15ft 9in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 110m (120yd 11in) from the Gransha Road Car Park access point.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 116m (126yd 2ft) from the Gransha Road Car Park access point.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • There is additional on street parking with 2 Blue Badge bays on Park Drive, near the Bowling Pavilion at the other end of the park. They are both 3m from the Park Drive access point.
    
  • There is an additional small car park on Broadway.

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Access Point (Hamilton Road)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Hamilton Road.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located to either side of the slope?.
  • There is/are 10-13 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • 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.
• Comments View
  • There are two sets of steps on either side of the path, one with 10 steps, the other with 13.

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Access Point (Park Drive)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Park Drive near the junction with Hamilton Road.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
  • There are bollards at this access point.
  • The space between the bollards is 131cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

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Access Point (Cycling Club)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Park Drive next to the cycling club hut.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located at the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

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Access Point (Bowling Pavilion)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Park Drive near the bowling greens.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
  • There are bollards at this access point.
  • There is a single bollard to restrict vehicle entry.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

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Access Point (Parkmount)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Parkmount near the junction with Park Road.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
  • The width of the gap is 150cm.
  • There are bollards at this access point.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

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Access Point (Castle Street)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located opposite the junction with Castle Park Road.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
  • The width of the gap is 104cm.
  • There are bollards at this access point.
  • There is a locked gate for vehicular access.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Access Point (Tennis Courts)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Gransha Road opposite Bloomfield Road, by the tennis courts.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
  • The width of the gap is 135cm.
  • There are bollards at this access point.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the entrance to the left.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

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Access Point (Gransha Road Car Park)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located at the left hand end of the car park.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located at the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.

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Access Point (Broadway)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Broadway.
  • 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 125cm.
  • There are bollards at this access point.
  • This access point is adjacent to a large gravelled all weather area. There is a small parking area at this access point.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Access Point (Moira Drive)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Moira Drive.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
  • The width of the gap is 155cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

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Access Point (Library Entrance)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Moira Drive accessing the park at the rear of the library.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
  • The width of the gap is 135cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 135cm (4ft 5in).

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Parks and Gardens

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

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Accessible Toilet (Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is Braille, pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is located at the front of the public convenience building.
  • 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 door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 232cm (5ft 11in x 7ft 7in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is sensor.
  • 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 open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 153cm from the floor.
• 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 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 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 can 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 good.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are 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 Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located opposite the bowling pavilion.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • 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 opposite the bowling pavilion.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • 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 in the male and female toilets.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
• Comments View
  • The height of the baby change unit in the gents is 66cm.
  • The height of the baby change unit in the ladies is 69cm.