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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 St. Paul's.

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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.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders can booked in advance.
  • There are 0 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • 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 uneven surfaces.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • The patron does not have to cross a road.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Limited on site parking in St Paul's Square is for visitors to the church only.
  • It is advisable to contact the church in advance so that a space can be reserved.
  • Pedestrian access to the church is via the various footpaths that lead into St. Paul's Square.
  • The footpaths all have slopes which range from easy to steep.

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Opening Times

• Tuesday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 16:00.

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• Comments View
  • Opening times on Sundays vary but there are usually morning (09:00) and evening (18:30) services..

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on the west side of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are double width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 164cm (5ft 5in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are double width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 136cm (4ft 6in) wide.
• Comments View
  • There is a third set of doors.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are double width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 136cm (4ft 5in) wide.
  • One of the first set of doors is permanently held open, leaving a gap of 82cm.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is not a ramp or slope to access this service.
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 2 step(s) to the area / service.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do not have handrails.

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Outside Access (Side Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on the north side of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The bell is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 148cm (4ft 10in) wide.

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• Comments View
  • This door will be opened by staff upon request.

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Level Change (Side Entrance)

• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 1 step(s) to the area / service.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The steps are shallow.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played during services.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• Lighting levels are varied.

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• Comments View
  • The church is a Georgian listed bulding and the pews are located in fixed wooden booths.
  • Wheelchair users can be seated in the central aisle or the raised section where the prayer corner is located.

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Level Change (Raised Sections)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located leading up to the raised section.
• There is / are 1 step(s) to the area / service.
• Lighting levels at the steps are bright.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do not have handrails.

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• Comments View
  • The portable ramp is fixed in place to overcome the step.
  • The pew booths are generally accessed via one medium, unmarked step.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting level is medium.
• Other View
  • The services on the floors which are not accessible are the gallery.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the south porch stairwell.
• The lift is a stair lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is 27m (30yd) from side entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the side entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located just beyond the side entrance.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 140cm x 180cm (4ft 7in x 5ft 11in).
  • There is not a lateral transfer space.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is not a mixer tap.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a low 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 toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the south porch stairwell.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 27m (29yd 1ft) from the side entrance.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• Home visits / services are available.