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Overview

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• About View
  • View information on opening times.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue does not have its own car park.
  • There is on-street Blue Badge Bay parking and on-street standard parking.
  • The nearest train station is Barnsley.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via slope at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include automatic doors, uneven surfaces, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • The Lower Ground and First Floors can be accessed via stairs and a platform lift.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system.
  • Additional equipment which can be borrowed or hired includes: sensory backpacks, sunflower lanyards, portable seating, and Makaton videos.
  • There is a designated safe space which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • The designated safe space is located on the first floor, in the Sadler Room.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: audio commentary and Makaton (on request).
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
  • The toilet with adaptations is located on the ground floor, at the rear of the building.
  • The toilet with adaptations has a left hand transfer space.
  • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located on the ground floor, at the rear of the building.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the toilet with adaptations.

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Parking

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• On-street Parking View
  • On-street designated Blue Badge parking and standard parking is available.
  • The on-street designated Blue Badge parking bays are located in Church Street, in front of the gallery.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.

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Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the Gallery on Church Street.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• The slope bypasses the steps.
• There are 3 steps with handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• The steps have tactile markings at the top.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 16cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
• The door is permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 107cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a low visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The second set of doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 157cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 99cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Reception

• The reception is located to the left from the entrance.
• The distance from the entrance is 10m.
• The most accessible route to reception has uneven surfaces and doors permanently held open.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 90cm.
• There is a lowered section at the desk.
• The height of the lowered section is 73cm.
• There is a clearly signed portable hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system could not be tested at the time of the survey.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• Access throughout may include doors permanently held open, uneven surfaces, manual doors and automatic doors.
• Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: benches.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Exhibition Space (Ground Floor)

• This area is indoors.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• Display information includes: televisions/screens, audio description, information boards and tactile.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating available in this area includes: armchairs, benches and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in this area includes: tables and desks.
• Some seating is fixed.
• The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.

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Eating and Drinking (Cooper Gallery Coffee House)

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• Location and Access View
  • The Coffee House is located on the ground floor, to the right from the entrance.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • The width of the opening is 132cm.
• Service View
  • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
  • Full table service is available.
  • Menus are wall-mounted, handheld and displayed on the counter.
  • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, nut allergy, dairy free, vegan, vegetarian and lactose free.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Order and Payment View
  • The service counter was surveyed.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 92cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has windows and patterned/distracting backgrounds.
• 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.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor, at the rear of the building.
  • The distance from the entrance is 30m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 153cm (width) x 202cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 94cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual 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 medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 95cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 85cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 95cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 93cm.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Lift (for Gallery 6)

• The lift surveyed is located in the rear right of the ground floor gallery.
• This lift is a platform lift.
• The distance from the entrance is 40m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has doors permanently held open and step-free level access.
• The ground and lower ground floors are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings, a high visual contrast and Braille markings.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 101cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 98cm (width) x 143cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have a high visual contrast, Braille markings and tactile markings.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
• Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

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Stairs (for Gallery 6)

• The stairs surveyed are located at the rear of the ground floor.
• The ground and lower ground floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 11 steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 16cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Exhibition Space (Lower Ground Floor - Gallery 6)

• This area is indoors.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
• Display information includes: pictorial.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating available in this area includes: sofas.

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Lift (for First Floor - The Sadler Room)

• The lift surveyed is located in the centre of the building.
• This lift is a platform lift.
• The distance from the entrance is 12m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The ground and first floors are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a low visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have a high visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 90cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 95cm (width) x 145cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have a high visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
• Internally the lift has: an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Stairs (for First Floor - The Sadler Room)

• The stairs surveyed are located in the centre of the building.
• There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
• The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20 steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• The stairwell door is manual, opens towards you and has a width of 77cm.

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Exhibition Space (First Floor Gallery - The Sadler Room)

• This area is indoors.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
• Display information includes: pictorial.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.