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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Belfast Great Victoria Street.

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COVID-19 Information

• The information in this section was taken in October 2020.
• There are separate doors for entering and exiting.
• Wheelchair users would still use the same point for entry and exit.
• There is a member of staff available at the entrance.
• There is hand sanitiser available at the entrance.
• The hand sanitisers are wall mounted.
• Hand sanitisers are available inside the venue.
• There is a limited number of people allowed inside.
• There is a one-way system throughout.
• The one-way system is clearly marked/signed.
• There is a maximum of 14 people allowed in the venue at one time.
• There is clear signage inside to help with social distancing.
• There are protective clear screens located at tills/counters.
• Toilets are available.
• The venue is not certified with the 'We’re Good To Go’ COVID-19 industry standard.

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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 Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Royal Avenue.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on Royal Avenue.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) by revolving.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
• There is/are 6 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• 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.

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Outside Access (Side Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on Library Street.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The width of the door opening is 100cm (3ft 3in).

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• Comments View
  • Please use the intercom to access this entrance. The automatic door is operated from within the library.

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Lift (Side Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located immediately beyond the entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.

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Reception (Information Desk)

• The desk/counter is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Reception (Lending Library)

• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.

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Reception (Information and Business)

• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • There is a lowered desk adjacent to the main area.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.

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Other Floors

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  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the foyer.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
• The lift is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the side entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 120cm (3ft 3in x 3ft 11in).
• 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 lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from staff on ground or 1st floor.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 200cm x 250cm (6ft 7in x 8ft 2in).
  • 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 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • 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 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • 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).
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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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 Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the first floor.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• 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 not normally on duty.