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Opening Times (Leisure Centre)

• Monday 06:30 - 21:00.
• Tuesday 06:30 - 21:00.
• Wednesday 06:30 - 21:00.
• Thursday 06:30 - 21:00.
• Friday 06:30 - 21:00.
• Saturday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Sunday 08:00 - 15:00.

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Summary

• Services/facilities within the venue include a Teaching Swimming Pool, Main Swimming Pool, Gym, Studios and an indoor Sports Hall.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include 3G pitches.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The A10/B1411 Downham Road roundabout is approximately 0.4 miles away via the B1411 Downham Road and Ely Leisure Park approach road.
  • There is ample parking for both Blue Badge users and standard parking bays onsite.
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • The nearest bus stop is approximately 0.3 miles away at Ely Leisure Village Car Park with direct buses to Ely and California.
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• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Ely.
  • Ely Station is approximately 2 miles from the venue with direct links to Peterborough, King Lynn, Norwich, Cambridge and London Kings Cross.
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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
• British Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
• There is not a member of staff trained in Irish Sign Language.
• Irish Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are mobility aids available.
• The mobility aids available include mobile hoists, ceiling track hoists, wheelchairs and shower chairs.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact reception.
• There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people who may feel scared or at risk.

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Parking

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• Parking View
  • The venue does have its own parking facilities.
  • The car park is located at the front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
• Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 16 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 229cm x 466cm (7ft 6in x 15ft 3in).
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zones around the Blue Badge parking bay(s) have at least the recommended width of 120cm.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Paying View
  • There are no parking charges for the car park.
• Access from the Car Park View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • There is no tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is a/are clearly marked drop-off point(s).
  • The drop-off point(s) is/are located prior to entering the Blue Badge area.
  • The route from the drop-off point(s) to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are dropped kerbs.
  • There is tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the drop-off point(s) and the entrance.

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Electric Vehicle Charging Points

• There is a/are electric vehicle charging point(s) available.
• The provider of the charging point(s) is InstaVolt.
• CCS and CHAdeMO charging is available.
• The electric vehicle charging point(s) is/are located in the main car park.
• Staff are not able to provide assistance with the electric vehicle charging points.
• There is/are 2 electric vehicle charging point(s).
• The electric vehicle charging bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The dimensions of the electric vehicle charging bay(s) surveyed are 480cm x 240cm.
• The charging point(s) is/are located to the rear as you approach the bay(s).
• The height range of the electric vehicle charging point controls/screen is 130cm to 155cm.
• The height of the electric vehicle charging point nozzle slot is 75cm.
• The charging point(s) require tap and pay (contactless payment).
• Parking charges apply for all users (including Blue Badge holders).
• Payment signs are provided.
• Payment signs are clearly presented.
• Payment for charging is made at a payment machine and via an app/online.
• There is not a/are not designated electric vehicle charging point(s) available for Blue Badge holders.

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Approach

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac and block paving.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.

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Outside Access (The Hive Leisure Centre)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the opening is 149cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the opening is 149cm.
  • There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.

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Reception (The Hive)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located at the main entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the the main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is not placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 110cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 90cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the reception area.
  • Music is played everywhere.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles and laminate.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There are 3 barriers at reception 2 with widths 59cm of and 1 with a width of 118cm. A swipe card pad of 101cm is a each entry barrier There is 1 barrier to go through on exiting with a width of 118cm.
• Reception Seating Area View
  • There is a seating area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the seating area is unobstructed.
  • There are tables, long tables, sofas, stools, a mixture of chairs with and without armrests and chairs without armrests available.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.

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Inside Access (The Hive Leisure Centre)

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the venue via lift(s).
  • There is not a/are not door(s) in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring throughout is tiles and laminate.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • Access to other floors/levels is via stairs and lift.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does play background music/sound.
  • Music/sound is played through out the centre.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Swimming Pool (Main Pool)

• There is a lifeguard for the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There are steps into the swimming pool.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is a platform lift for the pool.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is hydraulic.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• Hoists are not supplied.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• Seating around the pool includes; chairs without armrests.
• There is an emergency alarm at poolside.

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Swimming Pool (Teaching Pool)

• There is a lifeguard for the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There are not steps into the swimming pool.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is hydraulic.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• Hoists are not supplied.
• There is not a wet side chair available.
• There is an emergency alarm at poolside.

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Fitness Suite (Gym)

• The fitness suite is located on the first floor via the lift.
• The fitness suite is staffed when open.
• There is step free access to the fitness suite.
• Level access is by lift.
• The door is manual.
• The door opening width is 183cm.
• Staff receive training in assisting disabled people.
• There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
• There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; free weights, cable resistance machines, upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed and arm cycles.
• The type of flooring in the fitness suite is vinyl.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Sports Hall

• The Sports Hall is located 8m from reception on the right.
  There are double doors with a width of 174cm to enter that open towards you and may be difficult to open.
  
• The Sports Hall is used for Badminton, Short-tennis, Pickle-ball, Basketball and Table-tennis.
  
• The floor is wood.

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Studio 1

• Studio 1 is located on the first floor, along the corridor on the left immediately before Studio 2.
• There is a double door to enter the studio which is 156cm in width, push to open and heavy.
• This space is used for various types of classes and has wooden floors with mirrors along the right wall.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• There is another studio available called Studio 2 next door which is slightly larger but the same layout with the mirrors on the left.

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3G Pitches

• There is an outdoor 3G pitch, with level access to enter and throughout.
  There is a gate that pulls towards you with a width of 124cm. It is located to the right of The Hive Leisure Centre as you face the main entrance along a path.
  
• The pitch has 2 x 5-aside pitches and one full size pitch marked out.

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Multi Purpose Room - Meeting Room

• Located on the first floor at the far end of the corridor. The door opens inwards and is 82cm and may be difficult to open. The room is carpeted with movable tables and chairs. The chairs are all armless and the tables are 78cm from the floor.
• The room is used primarily for meetings.

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Accessible Changing Room (Dry Side - Left Hand Transfer)

• This accessible changing room is located past reception along the corridor and Dry Side Accessible Changing Room is at the end on the right.
• This accessible changing room is approximately 54m from the the main entrance.
• There is step-free access to the accessible changing room.
• This is a shared changing room.
• A key is not required for the accessible changing room.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the accessible changing room door.
• The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
• The door opens outwards.
• The door is easy to open.
• The door is locked by a lever twist.
• The width of the door opening is 118cm.
• The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
• The door has a horizontal grab rail.
• The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 240cm x 252cm.
• The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is a lateral transfer space.
• As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
• The lateral transfer space is 173cm (5ft 8in).
• There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
• There is not spatula type lever flush.
• There is a push button flush.
• There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
• The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
• There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
• As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
• There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
• The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
• The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
• There is an emergency alarm.
• The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
• Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
• There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
• There is a/are coat hook(s).
• There are coat hooks in the toilet at 105cm and 140cm from the floor.
• There is a mirror.
• The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
• There is a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
• The colostomy bag shelf is at a height of 96cm.
• The toilet has a cistern.
• The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
• 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).
• The height of the toilet roll holder is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
• There is a wash basin.
• The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
• The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
• There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
• The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
• The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
• There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
• The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
• The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
• There is not a towel dispenser.
• There is a hand dryer.
• The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The height of the hand dryer is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
• The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
• 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 a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
• The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
• The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
• The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
• There is not a vertical grab rail for the shower.
• There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
• The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
• There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.
• Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible changing room.
• There is a flip down baby change table available.
• The height of the baby change table is 91cm.

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Changing Area (Swimming Pools)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located Immediately after reception.
  • The changing area is approximately 32m from the main entrance.
  • The changing area is approximately 24m from reception.
  • The changing area is approximately 7m from the pools.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, an accessible shower, standard showers, an accessible toilet, standard toilets and baby change facilities.
  • This is a shared changing area.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 151cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are lockers within the changing area.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The height of the shower head(s) is/are 201cm.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are push.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
  • There is a vertical grab rail to the right of the seat.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are available.
  • Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible changing room(s)/cubicle(s) and in the changing area.
  • The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
  • The baby change table is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 95cm.

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Changing Area (Gym and Studios)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located on the first floor along the corridor opposite Studio 1.
  • The changing area is approximately 20m from the lift.
  • The changing area is approximately 28m from reception.
  • The changing area is approximately 8m from the Gym and Studios.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, an accessible shower, standard showers and standard toilets.
  • This is a male changing area.
  • Similar female changing area(s) are available.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 82cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are not lockers within the changing area.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The height of the shower head(s) is/are 217cm.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are push.
  • There is no seat for the shower(s).
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
  • There is an ambulant shower and toilet facility in the changing room.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
  • There are vertical and horizontal grab rails on the left hand side only.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are moderate to good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are not available.
  • There is an ambulant shower and toilet facility in the changing room.

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Changing Area (Dry Side)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located along the corridor after reception on the right.
  • The changing area is approximately 49m from the main entrance.
  • The changing area is approximately 42m from reception.
  • The changing area is approximately 12m from the the Sports Hall.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; an accessible shower, standard showers and an accessible toilet.
  • This changing area is interchangeable between male and female.
  • Similar shared changing area(s) are available.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 90cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are not lockers within the changing area.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The height of the shower head(s) is/are 210cm.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are push.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower(s).
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are not available.
  • The accessible toilet with this changing area is detailed under Accessible Toilets.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the left immediately after reception.
• The lift was out of use at the time of the survey.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main wentrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are Ground and 1.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 138cm x 107cm (4ft 6in x 3ft 6in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.
• There is a/are similar lift(s) available.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are for public use.
  • The stairs are located immediately beyond reception, straight ahead.
  • The stairs are approximately 21m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are Ground and 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps are 30cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are not 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.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Changing Places (Radar Changing Place - Peninsula Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located past reception along the corridor and the Radar Changing Place is on the left.
  • The facility is approximately 21m (22yd 2ft) from the the main entrance.
  • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • The facility is located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
  • There is level access into the facility.
  • The facility surveyed is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 400cm x 295cm.
  • 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 not got a non-slip floor.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is low.
• 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 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 290cm (9ft 6in).
  • Dropdown rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 80cm.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • 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 120cm and 140cm when mounted.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • 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 available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The colour contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 118cm.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • 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 not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • There is a/are general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • There is a coat hook.
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 103cm and 138cm from the floor.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Accessible Shower (Swimming Pool)

• This accessible shower is approximately 38m from the main entrance.
• There is step-free access to the accessible shower.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the shower door.
• The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
• 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 a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
• The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
• The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
• The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
• There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
• The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is high.
• There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
• The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.

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• Comments View
  • There is also a fixed baby change bed at a height of 98cm.

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Accessible Shower (Gym and Studios)

• This accessible shower is located on the first floor opposite Studio 2.
• This accessible shower is approximately 31m from the lift.
• There is step-free access to the accessible shower.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the shower door.
• The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
• 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 a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
• The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
• The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
• The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
• There is not a vertical grab rail for the shower.
• There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
• The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Dry Side Changing Room - Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located immediately to the left upon entering the Dry Side Changing Room.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Dry Side Changing Room entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 157cm x 241cm (5ft 2in x 7ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 92cm (3ft).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 103cm and 139cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 75cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Teaching Pool - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located in the pool changing facilities.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 37m (40yd 1ft) from the main enterance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is low.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 225cm (4ft 10in x 7ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is low.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 105cm and 140cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 75cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 99cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Reception - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the left after entering the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 154cm x 256cm (5ft 1in x 8ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 105cm and 140cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf does not have the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 74cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 103cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Gym and Studios - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located along the corridor of level 1 opposite Studio 2.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is medium.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 262cm (5ft 3in x 8ft 7in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 105cm and 140cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 76cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 99cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Dry side)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located along the corridor on the left after reception.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 38m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There is a/are horizontal wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • Unable to survey female toilets at this time.