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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include visitor centre, museum, theatre and cafe.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include reconstruction village, nature trail and ancient fort.

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• Comments View
  • The site of the original fort is marked some distance from this centre.
  • The fort site is accessed via an unsurfaced lane with easy/moderate/steep slopes.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Armagh.
• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Portadown.

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COVID-19 Information

• For more information about the measures in place for Covid-19 please click here (new tab) .

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Opening Times (April-September)

• Monday 10:00 - 17:30.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 17:30.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 17:30.
• Thursday 10:00 - 17:30.
• Friday 10:00 - 17:30.
• Saturday 10:00 - 17:30.
• Sunday 10:00 - 17:30.

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Opening Times (October-March)

• Monday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday 10:00 - 16:00.

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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 type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 5 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 365cm x 600cm (11ft 12in x 19ft 8in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 38m (41yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • 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 a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • 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.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 126cm (4ft 2in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 138cm (4ft 6in).

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located leading from the car park to the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is easy.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.

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Outside Access (Alternative Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 143cm (4ft 8in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 128cm (4ft 2in).

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Level Change (Alternative Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located leading from the pathway to the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is easy.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.

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Outside Access (Reconstruction Village Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located to the rear left of the centre.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 187cm (6ft 2in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 92cm (3ft).
• Comments View
  • There are animal skins inside the exhibit for flooring, although these can be moved to provide an easier surface.

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Level Change (Reconstruction Village Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is easy.

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Outside Access (Ancient Fort Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the base of the fort.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) both ways.
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are light.
• The width of the door opening is 53cm (1ft 9in).

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• Comments View
  • There are wide double gates here which would bypass the narrow gate and step but they are locked.
  • The key is held by the environmental agency rather than the centre so prior arrangement to use the gate would require further inquiry.

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Level Change (Ancient Fort Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located beyond the gates.
• The ramp/slope is moderate.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
• There is/are 1 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).

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• Comments View
  • If the locked gate could be opened the step can be bypassed.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 11m (12yd 1in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the public areas.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Museum

• Exhibits can be audio described.
• Tactile signage for exhibits is not available.
• Braille signage for exhibits is not available.
• The availability of Braille signage does not depend on exhibition.
• Touch tours are not available.
• Video tours are available.
• Concessions are available.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow.
• To borrow the wheelchair, please ask at reception.

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• Comments View
  • Visual and audio description points are available.

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Theatre

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located the front row.
• Wheelchairs are left with the patron.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit beside the patron.
• It is 18m (19yd 2ft) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
• This venue does not provide audio described performances.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
• A deposit is not required for the sound enhancement system.
• The rows suitable for hearing loops are all rows.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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• Comments View
  • There are push pad operated automatic doors to the theatre.

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Eating and Drinking

• The following information is for the restaurant.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the restaurant entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 74cm (2ft 5in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 74cm (2ft 5in).
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are hand held and wall.
• Menus are available in large print.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

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Parks and Gardens (Navan Fort, Nature Trail and Reconstruction Village)

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

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  • The nature trail with access to hides and water platform has paths with easy slopes.
  • The trail then leads to the base of the ancient fort which is around 375m from the centre.
  • Parking may be available by the gate to the fort.
  • The gate has a step detailed separately or by possible arrangement the main gate may be made available step free.
  • Beyond the gate there is a grass surface which is steep towards the top to bypass steps.
  • The reconstruction village is located behind the centre and has paths with a surface of loose chippings accessed via easy slopes.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the left as you enter.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is push pad activated.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 170cm x 220cm (5ft 7in x 7ft 3in).
  • 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 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush 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 sanitary and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 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.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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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 and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the left as you enter.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located between the male and accessible toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 69cm (2ft 3in).
• Comments View
  • The photographs show the female and male toilets respectively.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.