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Location

There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
The nearest National Rail station is Barnsley.

Opening Times (Box Office)

Monday 10:00 - 14:30.
Tuesday 10:00 - 14:30.
Wednesday 10:00 - 14:30.
Thursday 10:00 - 14:30.
Friday 10:00 - 14:30.
Saturday 10:00 - 14:30.
Sunday Closed.

Comments View
- In addition to the regular opening times, the box office also opens 90 minutes before each performance.
- To contact the box office please call 01226 200 075.

Parking

The venue does not have its own car park.

Public Car Parks View
- There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
- The name of the car park is Sackville Street Public Car Park.
- The car park is located to the side of the venue.
- There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
On Street Blue Badge Parking View
- On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
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 720cm (6ft 11in x 23ft 7in).
- Standard marked parking bays are located on Westgate.
Drop-off Point View
- There is not a designated drop off point.

Outside Access (Main 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) automatically.
The door(s) is / are single.
The width of the door opening is 95cm (3ft 1in).

Reception

The desk/counter is 1m (3ft 3in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
The lighting levels are good.
There is not a hearing assistance system.

Inside Access

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

Comments View
- At the time of survey the lights were set for performance levels and therefore lower than normal when open.

Level Change (Inside Access)

There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
The ramp/slope is located just before the entrance to the theatre seating.
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 not have handrails.

Theatre

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There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
Designated seating is located in as you enter the theatre.
Wheelchairs are left with you.
A companion may sit with you.
Companions sit next to you.
It is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
This venue does not provide audio described performances.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
Concessions are available.
Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

Comments View
- The theatre has 4 seats that can be removed to allow space for up to 4 wheelchair users.
- Concessions for companions depend on the performance.

Level Change (Further Seating & Standard Toilets)

There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
The step(s) is/are located leading to further seating.
There is/are 4 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 not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

Eating and Drinking (Bar)

The following information is for the bar.
The bar is located to the right of the stage.
The bar does not serve food.
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 not 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 6m (6yd 1ft) from the bar entrance.
The standard height for tables is 71cm.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
Drinking straws are available.
Children are welcomed in the bar area.

Accessible Toilet (Left Hand Transfer)

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Accessible toilet facilities are available.

Location and Access View
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located ahead as you enter.
- 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.
- The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
- The door may be difficult to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 220cm (5ft 3in 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 left.
- The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- 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 not an emergency alarm.
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is a/are open waste paper bin disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 165cm 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 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 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- 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
- There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
- There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- There is a low colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
- There is a low colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
- There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
- 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 92cm (3ft).

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 either side of the theatre stage.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 14m (15yd 11in) 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
- The standard toilets are accessed via the theatre steps.