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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a hall to hire and an office for Community Advice Banbridge.

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Location

• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Scarva.

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Opening Times (Old Town Hall)

• Opening times for the venue vary according to bookings/events taking place.

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Opening Times (Community Advice Banbridge)

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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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 available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 290cm x 550cm (9ft 6in x 18ft 1in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located in Scarva Street, Rathfriland Road and Newry Road.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 210cm x 550cm (6ft 11in x 18ft 1in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located in Scarva Street, Rathfriland Road and Newry Road.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Community Advice 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 119cm (3ft 11in).

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Level Change (Community Advice Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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Outside Access (Old Town Hall Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 114cm (3ft 9in).

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• Comments View
  • The hallway can be accessed by an automatic door from the Visit Information Centre side of the building.

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Reception (Community Advice)

• The desk/counter is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Community Advice entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is not signed.
• Staff are not trained to use the system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 12/09/2023.
• The hearing assistance system was not working at the time of testing.

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• Comments View
  • The lowered section of the reception desk is obstructed by a sofa.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are not trained to use the system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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• Comments View
  • The doors to the main hall on the first floor are double.
  • The doors to the kitchen on the first floor open automatically towards you.
  • The door to the kitchen is single .
  • The door is 86cm wide.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Old Town Hall entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in 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 not 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 have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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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 both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There are further stairs at the other side of the building.
  • Both sets of stairs have emergency evacuation chairs available.

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Toilet with Adaptations (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 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the venue on the first floor, through the hall.
  • 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 (automatically).
  • The door is push pad activated.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 157cm x 240cm (5ft 2in x 7ft 10in).
  • 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 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary, non-infectious waste and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 120cm 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 the right.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 101cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • 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 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • 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 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • 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 high visual 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 fair.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 95cm (3ft 1in).
• Comments View
  • There is also a staff accessible toilet on the ground floor which offers right hand transfer space which can be made available upon request.

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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 at the rear of the venue on the first floor, through the hall.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the shared toilets are moderate to good.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is normally on duty.
• Staff are trained to BSL level 2.
• Home visits / services are not available.