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Introduction

• The venue is open 24/7.
• The entrances give access to level 1 where reception is located.
• The casino is located on level 0.

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Opening Times

• Monday 12:00 - 04:30.
• Tuesday 12:00 - 04:30.
• Wednesday 12:00 - 04:30.
• Thursday 12:00 - 04:30.
• Friday 12:00 - 04:30.
• Saturday 12:00 - 04:30.
• Sunday 12:00 - 02:30.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Birmingham.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Five Ways.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There are 6 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The car park type is multi-storey and open air/surface.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 300cm x 470cm (9ft 10in x 15ft 5in).
  • The nearest designated bay is 40m (44yd) from the rear entrance.
  • The furthest designated bay is 70m (77yd) from the rear entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 210.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The casino has 3 car parks; the multi-storey and 2 open air ones.
  • The open air cars parks are located just behind the multi-storey.
  • The casino can be accessed from the open air car parks via the bottom level of the multi-storey and the rear entrance.
  • There are no designated bays in the multi-storey but it is the closest to the rear entrance.
  • The height restriction applies to the multi-storey only.
  • Wheelchairs users may need assistance to access the casino from the open air car parks as there are several level changes with no dropped kerb.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are single width.
• The door opening is 102cm (3ft 4in) wide.

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• Comments View
  • There are security bariers just beyond the entrance.
  • The gap between barriers is 120cm.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the paved surface in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located in the multi-storey car park.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open towards you (pull).
• The doors are double width.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.

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Level Change (Rear Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located just beyond the entrance.

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Reception

• The reception desk is 2m (6ft 7in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height.
• The desk does not have a lowered section.
• Lighting levels are bright.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played throughout the venue.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• Lighting levels are varied.

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Level Change (Gaming Floor)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located leading down to the gaming floor.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 115cm (3ft 9in).
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located leading down to the gaming floor from the bar area.
• There is / are 3 step(s) to the area / service.
• Lighting levels at the steps are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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• Comments View
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.

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Eating and Drinking

• The following information is for the restaurant/bar.
• The restaurant is located at the rear of the venue.
• The bar does serve food.
• Full table service is available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 34m (37yd 7in) from the lift.
• The standard height for tables is 70cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are not available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are hand held only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 0-1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting level is medium.

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Lift

• The lift is located in the reception area.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 0-1.
• The lift is 8m (26ft 3in) from main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 108cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lift controls do have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial and tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 26m (28yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the bar area.
  • 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 a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from staff at the bar.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 245cm x 213cm (8ft x 6ft 12in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 170cm (5ft 7in).
  • 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.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • 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 toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located in the bar area.
  • The female and male toilets are 26m (28yd) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • Additional standard toilets are located off the gaming floor.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is normally on duty.
• Staff are trained to BSL level (unknown at time of research).