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The Arden Hotel

Chapel Lane, Waterside, Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 6BA

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Accommodation Overview

  • About View
    • The Arden Hotel is a 4* luxury boutique hotel, located opposite the Royal Shakespeare Company theatres in Stratford upon Avon .
    • There are 45 bedrooms in total.
    • There is 1 bedroom with adaptations.
    • There is step-free level access to the bedroom with adaptations.
    • Some of the bedrooms with adaptations have adjoining rooms.
    • 1 bedroom with adaptations has an ensuite with a wheel-in shower.
    • Only assistance dogs are welcomed at this venue.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free access via slope at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the upper level of the reception area and the upper garden terrace.
    • Access throughout may include manual doors.
    • The ground floor and the restaurant, bar and lower terrace can be accessed via a platform lift.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • There is seating available.
    • There is no hearing assistance system.
    • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair and vibrating pillows.
    • 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.
    • Staff receive the following training: Disability Awareness, Safeguarding, First Aid and Fire Safety.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located in the reception lobby and in the restaurant/bar area.
    • All toilets with adaptations have a right hand transfer space.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located in the restaurant/bar area.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations in the restaurant/bar area.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the rear of the hotel.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • The height of the restriction barrier is 92cm.
    • There are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 410cm (depth).
    • There are no hatched/marked zones.
    • The nearest designated bay is 25m from the most accessible entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight slope.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors only.
    • Parking is not free for all users, including Blue Badge holders.
    • Payment for parking is made at reception and a token is issued to guests to exit the car park.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
    • There are 2 electric vehicle charging points.
    • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 240cm (width) x 410cm (depth).
    • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • You do not need an online account to use the charging point.
    • Payment for EV charging is made at reception.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Access from the Car Park to the Most Accessible Entrance

  • Access to the most accessible entrance from the car park is located to the left hand side of the Blue Badge bays.
  • The most accessible route has step-free access via a slope.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.

Most Accessible Entrance

  • This entrance is located to the right hand side of the Blue Badge bays.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • 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 level access at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 130cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of walkways, this may include the use of a lift.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the upper level of the reception area and the upper garden terrace.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps: the main entrance at the front of the hotel.
  • Circulation View
    • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high along circulation routes.
    • Some flooring is patterned.
    • There may be background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
    • Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Reception

  • Location View
    • The reception is located straight ahead, on entering the hotel from the most accessible entrance.
    • The distance from the entrance doors is 4m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the reception has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access to reception.
    • The height of the reception desk is 122cm.
    • There is a lowered section at the desk.
    • The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
    • The reception has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There may be background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • 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.
    • Seating available in this area includes: armchairs and sofas.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.

Brooke Suite

  • The room is located to the right hand side, before the reception desk.
  • The distance from the accessible entrance is 4m.
  • 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 written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The doors are easy to open.
  • One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The width of the opening is 73cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm.
  • There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Announcements are in person.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Guest Lounge Area

  • The guest lounge area is located to the right hand side, after the reception desk.
  • There is step-free level access to this area.
  • There is no signage on or near the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 160cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There are no doors along circulation routes in this area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There may be background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (Yew)

  • Bedroom Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located through the door on the right hand side, after the reception desk.
    • The distance from the reception desk is 12m.
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • Entry to the room is by a key lock.
    • The height of the key lock is 98cm.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 78cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a king bed.
    • The top of the mattress is 60cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 19cm from the floor.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
    • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chair without armrests and an armchair.
    • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a desk.
    • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, TV with subtitles and a flashing fire alarm.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
  • Ensuite Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 84cm.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 254cm (width) x 347cm (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 80cm (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 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 44cm 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 54cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 78cm from the floor.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the right side of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a bar of soap.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
    • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The cubicle has a pedal bin.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 105cm and 140cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • There is a shower seat.
    • The shower seat is 51cm from the floor.
    • There are grab rails for the shower.
    • The grab rails for the shower have a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail for the shower.
    • The dropdown rail for the shower has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower but it was tied up at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations - Reception Area - Right Hand Transfer

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located opposite the reception desk.
    • The distance from the reception desk is 8m.
  • 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 written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 79cm.
    • 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 262cm (width) x 158cm (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 81cm (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 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 47cm 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 78cm 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 72cm 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 cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 105cm from the floor.
    • There are paper towels for drying hands.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 103cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 105cm and 140cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Outdoor Spaces (Gardens and Upper Terrace)

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: gardens.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are surfaced footpaths throughout.
    • Surfaced footpaths consist of: block paving and paving slabs.
    • The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces.
    • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the upper level of the terrace.

Platform Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located beyond the reception desk, through the doorway leading to the restaurant/bar.
  • The distance from the reception desk is 20m.
  • 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 a platform lift.
  • Platform Lift View
    • The ground floor and the restaurant/bar can be accessed by this lift.
    • 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 300kg.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 80cm (width) x 120cm (depth).
    • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
    • None of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The level needs to be held constantly when in use.
    • The lift is slow moving.
    • Please ask a member of staff to assist with the platform lift.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located beyond the reception desk, through the doorway leading to the restaurant/bar.
  • The ground floor and the restaurant/bar can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There is a permanently held open door to access the stairwell.
  • There is a handrail on the right going down.
  • The handrail is not easy to grip.
  • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 20cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm-45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

No. 44 Brasserie (Restaurant/Bar)

  • Location and Access View
    • The restaurant/bar is located immediately ahead, from the bottom of the stairs or from the platform lift.
    • 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.
    • This area has a bar where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The payment counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located immediately ahead, as you enter the restaurant/bar.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 107cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has mirrors and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The buffet counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located to the left hand side of the restaurant/bar.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 90cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The restaurant/bar accepts card payments only.
  • Seating Area View
    • The payment machine is portable.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some 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.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas and benches.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Service View
    • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus are handheld.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Outdoor Seating Area - Lower Terrace

  • Location and Access View
    • Access to the lower terrace is step-free from the restaurant/bar, or stepped from the upper terrace.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access to this 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 85cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is partially covered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of the seating area.
    • There is stepped access to the upper terrace.
    • 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.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There may be background noise in this area.

Toilet with Adaptations - Restaurant/Bar Area - Right Hand Transfer

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located in the corridor to the left hand side of the buffet area, in the restaurant/bar.
    • The distance from the bar is 18m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a medium colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 76cm.
    • 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 156cm (width) x 224cm (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 80cm (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 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 46cm 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 78cm 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 cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 108cm from the floor.
    • There are paper towels for drying hands.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 82cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 105cm and 140cm from the floor.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 88cm.
    • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

The Swan Room

  • The room is located beyond the buffet area in the restaurant/bar.
  • The distance from the bar is 18m.
  • 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 no 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.
  • The width of the opening is 78cm.
  • 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.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: armchairs.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Announcements are in person.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

The Main Entrance (Front of the Hotel)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the hotel.
  • 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 ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • There are level resting areas along the ramp.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • There are 4 steps as you enter.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps have tactile markings at the top.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 82cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a second, single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 79cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a third, single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 79cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.