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Navan Centre and Fort

81 Killylea Road, Armagh, County Armagh, BT60 4LD

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Overview

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located off Killylea Road.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 229cm (width) x 469cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 127cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 20m from the main entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (Main)

  • This entrance is located to the right of the Blue Badge parking bays.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 183cm.
  • The doors have a low colour 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 are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 73cm.
  • The second set of doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Reception

  • The reception is located straight ahead when you enter via the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to reception has narrow openings.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 116cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 75cm.
  • The reception has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: benches.

Getting Around

  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: all outside areas.
  • Access throughout may include uneven surfaces, manual doors, doors permanently held open, automatic doors and narrow walkways.
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is background noise which varies depending on the time of day.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • There is some noise from the café and general chatter during busy periods.

Entrance (Theatre)

  • This entrance is located to the right of reception.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • There is a push pad at a height of 72cm.
  • The width of the opening is 136cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 95cm.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors .
  • The second set of doors open towards you.
  • The push pad for the automatic doors is at a height of 72cm.
  • The width of the opening is 139cm.
  • The second set of doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 95cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Theatre

  • There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • Designated seating is located in in the front row, to the left as you face the screen.
  • Wheelchairs are left with you.
  • A companion may sit with you.
  • Companions sit to the right or behind you.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

Exit (Theatre)

  • The exit area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the exit.
  • There are double automatic doors at this exit.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 95cm.
  • The width of the opening is 139cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors .
  • The second set of doors open away from you.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 95cm.
  • The width of the opening is 136cm.
  • The second set of doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you exit.

Eating and Drinking

  • Location and Service View
    • The café is to the right of the reception and has step-free level, open access.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, colleagues who can provide assistance with ordering and designated seating.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus are available on a board.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, 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.
    • The counter is located at the far end of the café.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 79cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • 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.
    • Some flooring is patterned.
    • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, picnic tables and coffee tables.
    • 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 which varies depending on the time of day.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There are unsheltered picnic tables located outside, to the left of the café.

Exit (Picnic Area)

  • The exit area is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the exit.
  • There are double automatic doors at this exit.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 150cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a medium colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors .
  • The second set of doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 150cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The second set of doors have a medium colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you exit.

Access Point (Fort)

  • This access point is located off Killylea Road.
  • The access point is clearly signed.
  • Assistance is not available at the access point.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There is a single manual gate.
  • The gate opens by revolving.
  • The width of the opening is 55cm.
  • The gate has a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free access via slope as you enter.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.
  • There is a gate to the right of the main access point with a width of over 150cm.
    This gate requires unbolting.

Outdoor Spaces (Fort)

  • The following is available in this area: parkland and farmland.
  • Additional facilities in this area include: the Navan Fort archaeological site.
  • Outdoor areas consist of grass, gravel and uncompacted earth.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are not wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the majority of the route to the fort.
  • The following areas have stepped access: parts of the route to the fort, which can be bypassed by slopes.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have gates and uneven surfaces which may create barriers for some users.
  • The route to the fort includes very steep slopes.

Access Point (Play Park)

  • This access point is located along the footpath from the main car park.
  • The access point is not clearly signed.
  • Assistance is not available at the access point.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope.
  • There are double manual gates, however one gate is locked or bolted.
  • The locked gate can be opened on request .
  • The gates are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 200cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope as you enter.
  • The footpath leading up to this access point may be steep in some parts.

Outdoor Spaces (Play Park)

  • The following is available in this area: a playground with play equipment.
  • Outdoor areas consist of rubber tarmac, block paving and loose stones.
  • There are no footpaths.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • Playground View
    • There is a fenced play area with an access point over 100cm wide.
    • There is a route around the play equipment which is firm and even, and is at least 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: sliding, rocking, climbing, crawling, sensory (visual, audible and or tactile).

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located to the left as you enter via the main entrance.
    • The distance from the main entrance is 3m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards automatically via a push pad and has a high colour contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 94cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 167cm (width) x 190cm (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, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 98cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 89cm 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 colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 83cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 94cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
    • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are two coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 104cm and 141cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • The push button to enter the toilet is 94cm high.
      The push button to exit the toilet is 89cm high.

Standard Toilet Facilities

  • The male and female standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
  • The toilets are located to the left as you enter via the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 3m.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the toilets.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
  • There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser, a wall mounted towel dispenser and a hand dryer available.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 70cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The baby change facility is separate to the toilets.