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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a changing place, accessible and standard toilets, café, theatre, sensory room exhibitions and classrooms.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include The Armagh Observatory and Astropark.
• Armagh Observatory link (new tab) - click here.
• Astropark link (new tab) - click here.

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• Comments View
  • The Observatory, Planetarium and the Astropark all share the same car park.

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Opening Times

• Monday Closed.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Sunday 11:30 - 17:00.

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  • Please check website for event opening hours.

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Location

• The venue is situated within 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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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 between the Planetarium and the Astropark.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot be booked in advance.
  • 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 460cm (11ft 10in x 15ft 1in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 33m (36yd 3in) 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 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
  • This car park is shared with the Astropark and Armagh Observatory.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 140cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right as you face the building.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 140cm (4ft 7in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located to the left of the ramp (if you are coming from the car park) or directly in front of the entrance as you face the building.
  • There is/are 15+ 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 18cm.
  • 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.

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Reception (Reception and Gift Shop)

• The desk/counter is 3m (3yd 10in) from the main 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 good.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 13/10/2021.
• The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.

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Inside Access

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

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  • There are fixed hearing loops at reception and in the theatre.

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Level Change (Inside Access)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located along the ground floor main corridor.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 115cm (3ft 9in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the right of the ramp.
• There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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  • The photographs show the level change in the main corridor and to one of the exhibition areas off the corridor respectively.

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Entrance (First Floor - Theatre)

• This information is for the entrance located beyond the reception desk.

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• Entrance View
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 145cm.

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Theatre

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located in at the rear of the auditorium.
• Designated seating with limited views is very good.
• Wheelchairs are left with you.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit next to you.
• It is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• The rows suitable for hearing assistance systems are all rows.
• The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow.
• To borrow a wheelchair, please ask at reception.
• Concessions are available.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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Eating and Drinking (Ground Floor - Cafe)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located beyond the reception area to your left.
• 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.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the cafe entrance.
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is cold snacks.

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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 deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the left past reception.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 130cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 3in).
• 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 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 good.

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Ground Floor - Sensory Room

• Access to the sensor room is via a set of heavy double doors.
• The doors open away from you (push) and to a width of 140cm.
• The lighting is varied throughout the sensory room.

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Changing Places (First Floor)

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located on the first floor, left after you exit the lift, at the end of the corridor.
  • The facility is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the first floor lift.
  • The facility is not in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • The facility is not 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 high 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 reception.
  • There is 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 290cm x 500cm.
  • 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • 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 50cm (1ft 8in).
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 60cm.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the toilet seat and pan.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
• 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 no seat for the shower.
  • 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 not available at the wash basin.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The wide paper roll dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 105cm.
  • 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, non-infectious waste and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is not a coat hook.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 28m (30yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located off the ground floor main corridor.
  • There is not 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.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 157cm x 237cm (5ft 2in x 7ft 9in).
  • 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 90cm (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 and open waste paper bin 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 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.
• 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 98cm (3ft 3in).
• Comments View
  • There is a similar accessible toilet on the first floor.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor)

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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 in the main corridor.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 27m (29yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are good.
• Comments View
  • There are similar standard toilets on the first floor.
  • The photographs show the female and male toilets respectively.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents can be requested 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 normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.