You are on Overview. Skip to the next section.

Overview

Collapse all Expand all

• About View
  • Andersonstown Leisure Centre offers a 25m pool, teaching pool, aqua play area, water slides and a surf wave machine. The centre also has a fully equipped gym, fitness and spin studios, multi-function rooms for hire, outdoor pitches and a café.
  • View information on opening times.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest train station is Belfast Grand Central.
  • This station has step-free access.
  • The nearest bus station is Casement Park, Glider G1.
  • This bus station has step-free access.
  • 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 a very easy slope at the most accessible entrance.
  • The most accessible entrance is to the right side of the centre, close to the car park.
  • There is 1 other entrance.
  • There is step-free access via slope at the other entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
  • There are no doors along circulation routes.
  • The basement floor (-1), ground floor (0) and first floor (1) can be accessed via a standard lift.
  • There is an enclosed platform lift at the side entrance providing step-free access to the reception on the ground floor.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • Seating is available.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
  • Additional equipment which can be borrowed or hired includes: submersible wheelchair.
  • View more information on borrowing or hiring equipment (opens new tab).
  • British Sign Language can be provided virtually on request.
  • The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: large print (on request).
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.

You are on Toilet and Changing Facilities. Skip to the next section.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

Collapse all Expand all

• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 6 toilets with adaptations.
  • The toilets with adaptations are located in the Team Change area and main corridor on the basement floor, at reception and in the Village Change on the ground floor, and on the first floor next to the gym.
  • The transfer space varies between toilets with adaptations.
  • Ambulant toilet facilities are located in standard toilet facilities at reception and in the Village Change on the ground floor, and in the dry change on the first floor.
  • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located at reception on the ground floor.
  • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located in the Village Change.
  • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located in the dry change on the first floor.
• Changing Places Facilities View
  • Changing Places facilities are located in the Village Change.
• Changing Facilities View
  • Changing facilities with adaptations are located in the team changing area on the basement floor, in the Village Change on the ground floor, and next to the dry change on the first floor.
  • Standard changing facilities are located in the team changing area on the basement floor, in the Village Change on the ground floor, and next to the gym on the first floor.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located throughout the building in toilets with adaptations, changing rooms with adaptations and in the Village Change.

You are on Parking. Skip to the next section.

Parking

Collapse all Expand all

• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the rear of the centre.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 10 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 251cm (width) x 484cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 127cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 14m from the side entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy slope.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • Parking is free for all users.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

You are on Side Entrance. Skip to the next section.

Side Entrance

• This entrance is located to the right of the centre, next to the Blue Badge parking bays.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via a very easy slope or ramp at the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 111cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a medium colour contrast.

You are on Side Entrance Lift to Ground Floor. Skip to the next section.

Side Entrance Lift to Ground Floor

• The lift surveyed is located inside the centre, at the side entrance.
• The distance from the side entrance is 9m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• This lift is an enclosed platform lift.

Collapse all Expand all

• Enclosed Platform Lift View
  • The side entrance and the ground floor can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a low colour contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 89cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 116cm (width) x 147cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • The majority of the internal 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 visual floor indicator.
  • The lift has a separate door to exit.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

You are on Front Entrance. Skip to the next section.

Front Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the centre, on Andersonstown Road.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via a slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There are double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 179cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a medium colour contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 177cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a medium colour contrast.

You are on Reception. Skip to the next section.

Reception

Collapse all Expand all

• Location View
  • The reception is located at the front of the centre, on the ground floor.
  • The distance from the side entrance lift is 12m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the reception has a platform lift.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access to the reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 110cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
  • The reception has a television and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 127cm to 139cm from the floor.
  • The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a magnifier.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are security barriers with a wider opening which are operated by key card.

You are on Getting Around. Skip to the next section.

Getting Around

Collapse all Expand all

• Access View
  • There is step-free access between floors via lift.
  • There is step-free level access throughout walkways.
• Circulation View
  • Doors are held open along circulation routes.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high along circulation routes.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.

You are on The Little Bistro Café. Skip to the next section.

The Little Bistro Café

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • The Little Bistro Café is located to the left of reception after passing through the security barriers.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There is open plan access.
• Order and Payment View
  • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • The service counter was surveyed.
  • The counter is located to the left of the seating area.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 86cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has a television and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The payment machine is wireless.
• Service View
  • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
  • Full table service is not available.
  • Menu types include: wall-mounted (digital) and menu boards.
  • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: vegetarian.
  • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee 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 were even at the time of the survey.

You are on Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor Reception - Left Hand Transfer). Skip to the next section.

Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor Reception - Left Hand Transfer)

Collapse all Expand all

• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor, to the right after passing the café.
  • The distance from reception is 32m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 97cm.
  • The door has a locking handle.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 153cm (width) x 227cm (depth).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 85cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 98cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 90cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 90cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a long mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 149cm from the floor.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 81cm.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

You are on Village Change. Skip to the next section.

Village Change

Collapse all Expand all

• Changing Area View
  • The shared changing area was surveyed.
  • The changing area surveyed is located straight ahead after reception, on the ground floor.
  • The distance from reception is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 174cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • Facilities in this area include: changing cubicles, a Changing Places facility, a changing facility with adaptations, toilets, showers, a changing bench, baby change facilities and lockers.
  • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
  • Ambulant toilet facilities are available.
  • The ambulant cubicles have differing rail configurations.
  • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
• Shower Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
  • There is a fixed shower head.
  • The shower controls are push.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 50cm from the floor.
  • There are grab rails for the shower.
  • The grab rails for the shower have a high colour contrast.
  • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.

You are on Changing Places (Village Change). Skip to the next section.

Changing Places (Village Change)

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • The Changing Places facility surveyed is located on the ground floor in the Village Change, to the right after the entrance.
  • The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
  • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • The distance from the Village Change entrance is 7m.
  • The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has very easy slopes.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • A key is required for access to this facility.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 117cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a medium colour contrast.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 292cm (width) x 378cm (depth).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
• Toilet Details View
  • There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however the right side is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 172cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 84cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There are dropdown grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown grab rails have a medium colour contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 101cm from the floor.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The changing bench is wall mounted and height adjustable.
  • The length of the changing bench is 180cm.
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
• Shower Details View
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There are no grab rails for the shower.
  • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
• Other Facilities View
  • There is a height adjustable wash basin.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 92cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • A wide paper roll dispenser is available.
  • The wide paper roll dispenser is 103cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 88cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a long mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 141cm and 168cm from the floor.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

You are on Changing Room with Adaptations (Village Change - Right Hand Transfer). Skip to the next section.

Changing Room with Adaptations (Village Change - Right Hand Transfer)

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • The changing room surveyed is located on the ground floor in the Village Change area, to the right after the entrance.
  • The distance from the Village Change entrance is 8m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing room has very easy ramps.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 96cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a low colour contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • Washing and toilet facilities available in the changing room include: a wheel-in shower, a toilet with adaptations and a wash basin.
  • The dimensions of the changing room are 239cm (width) x 254cm (depth).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 73cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 98cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 109cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 86cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a long mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 140cm and 168cm from the floor.
  • There is a wheel in shower in the changing room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • There are grab rails for the shower.
  • The grab rails for the shower have a low colour contrast.
  • There are dropdown rails for the shower.
  • The dropdown rails for the shower have a low colour contrast.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

You are on Toilet with Adaptations (Poolside - Left Hand Transfer). Skip to the next section.

Toilet with Adaptations (Poolside - Left Hand Transfer)

Collapse all Expand all

• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor in the Village Change, on the right before entering the poolside.
  • The distance from the Village Change is 3m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has very easy slopes.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 97cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a low colour contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 151cm (width) x 207cm (depth).
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 87cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 97cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 99cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 91cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a long mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 83cm.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

You are on Pools. Skip to the next section.

Pools

Collapse all Expand all

• Pool 1 View
  • To access the pool, proceed straight ahead after the security barriers to the doors to the Village Change. After entering the changing area, the main walkway to the pool is to the left.
  • This is an indoor splash park with waterslides.
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available around the pool includes: a seated viewing balcony (with step-free access).
  • Seating is fixed.
  • There is an emergency alarm poolside.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • Access into the water is via 3 steps.
  • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The following adaptations are available for disabled people: a submersible wheelchair.
  • The pool is staffed at all times.
  • Additional facilities include: a children's pool and poolside showers.
• Pool 2 View
  • Access to the learner's pool is through a door to the left of the main swimming pool.
  • This is an indoor pool.
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • There is an emergency alarm poolside.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Access into the water is via 4 steps.
  • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The following adaptations are available for disabled people: a submersible wheelchair.
  • The pool is staffed at all times.

You are on Main Lift. Skip to the next section.

Main Lift

• The lift surveyed is located on the ground floor, next to reception and the café.
• The distance from reception is 24m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.

Collapse all Expand all

• Standard Lift View
  • The basement floor (-1), ground floor (0) and first floor (1) can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high colour contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour 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 106cm (width) x 137cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
  • The control buttons have a medium colour contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a mirror to aid reversing.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

You are on Stairs. Skip to the next section.

Stairs

• The stairs are located at reception, to the right after passing through the security barriers.
• The basement floor (-1), ground floor (0) and first floor (1) can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
• 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 height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

You are on Gym. Skip to the next section.

Gym

• The gym is located on the first floor, at the front of the centre.
• There is step-free level access into the gym.
• There are double automatic doors.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 174cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a medium colour contrast.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• There are no doors to open along circulation routes.
• Access throughout may include narrow walkways, permanent physical obstructions and moveable physical obstructions.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• The gym is staffed when open.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
• There is some clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
• Equipment includes free weights, cable resistance machines and arm cycles.
• There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system could not be tested at the time of the survey.
• There is background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

You are on Spin Studio. Skip to the next section.

Spin Studio

• The room is located on the left of the walkway, on the first floor.
• The distance from the main lift is 15m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• There is Braille, tactile and written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• There is a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
• The width of the opening is 96cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system could not be tested at the time of the survey.
• Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm.
• There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the function/event.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

You are on Dry Change (First Floor). Skip to the next section.

Dry Change (First Floor)

Collapse all Expand all

• Changing Area View
  • The male changing area was surveyed.
  • The changing area surveyed is located on the right of the walkway through the first floor.
  • The distance from the main lift is 23m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
  • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • Facilities in this area include: a changing facility with adaptations, toilets, showers, a changing bench and lockers.
  • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • The cubicle does not have vertical grab rails.
  • It has horizontal grab rails on both sides.
  • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
• Shower Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.
  • The grab rail for the shower has a medium colour contrast.
  • There are dropdown rails for the shower.
  • The dropdown rails for the shower have a medium colour contrast.

You are on Changing Room with Adaptations (First Floor - Right Hand Transfer). Skip to the next section.

Changing Room with Adaptations (First Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • The changing room surveyed is located on the right of the walkway through the first floor.
  • The distance from the main lift is 18m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 96cm.
  • The door has a locking handle.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • Washing and toilet facilities available in the changing room include: a wheel-in shower, a toilet with adaptations and a wash basin.
  • Changing facilities available in the changing room include: a baby changing table.
  • The dimensions of the changing room are 240cm (width) x 268cm (depth).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 174cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 99cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a twist/turn mixer tap.
  • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 75cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 92cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 92cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a long mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 147cm from the floor.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 77cm.
  • There is a wheel in shower in the changing room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is no shower seat, but one can be requested in advance.
  • The shower seat is 50cm from the floor.
  • There are grab rails for the shower.
  • The grab rails for the shower have a high colour contrast.
  • There are dropdown rails for the shower.
  • The dropdown rails for the shower have a high colour contrast.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

You are on Toilet with Adaptations (Basement Floor - Left Hand Transfer). Skip to the next section.

Toilet with Adaptations (Basement Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

Collapse all Expand all

• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the basement floor. It is immediately ahead after exiting the lift.
  • The distance from main lift is 5m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 99cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 148cm (width) x 207cm (depth).
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 83cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 102cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 90cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 89cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a long mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 149cm from the floor.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 80cm.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

You are on Team Changing (Basement Floor). Skip to the next section.

Team Changing (Basement Floor)

Collapse all Expand all

• Changing Area View
  • The male changing area was surveyed.
  • The changing area surveyed is located to the rear of the centre, at the end of the walkway through the basement floor.
  • The distance from the main lift is 32m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • Facilities in this area include: changing cubicles, toilets and showers.
  • There are no lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
  • Ambulant toilet facilities are not available.
  • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
• Shower Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.
  • The grab rail for the shower has a high colour contrast.
  • There are dropdown rails for the shower.
  • The dropdown rails for the shower have a high colour contrast.

You are on Changing Room with Adaptations (Team Changing - Right Hand Transfer). Skip to the next section.

Changing Room with Adaptations (Team Changing - Right Hand Transfer)

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • The changing room surveyed is located on the basement floor in the Team Changing area, towards the back of the centre.
  • The distance from the main lift is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 96cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • Washing and toilet facilities available in the changing room include: a wheel-in shower, a toilet with adaptations and a wash basin.
  • The dimensions of the changing room are 269cm (width) x 240cm (depth).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 199cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 100cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 92cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 89cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a long mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 147cm from the floor.
  • There is a wheel in shower in the changing room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.
  • The grab rail for the shower has a high colour contrast.
  • There are dropdown rails for the shower.
  • The dropdown rails for the shower have a high colour contrast.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

You are on Outdoor Spaces. Skip to the next section.

Outdoor Spaces

Collapse all Expand all

• About View
  • The following is available in this area: sports pitches.
• Getting Around View
  • There are surfaced footpaths in limited areas.
  • Surfaced footpaths consist of: tarmac.
  • The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces.
  • There is no signage in this area.
  • There are not any seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.