Access Guide
Introduction
- Opening times vary depending on event taking place at stadium.
- Please contact the venue for event days.
- Birchfield Harriers Athletics Club is based at the Alexander Stadium and holds club nights.
Location
- The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
- This venue is situated in Perry Barr.
- 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 Perry Barr Rail.
Parking
- The venue does have its own car park.
- Parking is free for all users.
- The car park is at the front of the venue.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
- There are 10 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 360cm x 540cm (11ft 10in x 17ft 9in).
- The nearest designated bay is 11m (12yd) from the main entrance.
- The furthest designated bay is 31m (34yd) from the main entrance.
- The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- There is a dropped kerb / non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
- The patron does have to cross a road.
- The road is generally quiet.
- The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
- The maximum height is 200.
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On Street Parking and Drop-off Details.
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- There is a designated drop off point.
- The drop off point is located in front of the venue.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
- There is level access into the venue.
- The main doors open automatically.
- The doors are single width.
- The door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in) wide.
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Second set of doors
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- There is a second set of doors.
- The doors open automatically.
- The doors are single width.
- The door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in) wide.
Outside Access (Main Stand - Side Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located at the side of the main stand.
- There is not level access into the venue.
- The main doors open towards you (pull).
- The doors are double width.
- The doors are heavy.
- The door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
Level Change (Main Stand - Side Entrance)
- There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
- The ramp or slope is located beside the stand.
- The ramp or slope is moderate.
- The ramp or slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Outside Access (Grand Stand)
- This information is for the entrance located at the side of the venue.
- There is level access into the venue.
- The main doors open by sliding.
- The doors are single width.
- The doors are permanently held open.
- The door opening is 600cm (19ft 8in) wide.
Outside Access (Main Stand First Gate)
- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the stand.
- There is 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 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
Outside Access (Birchfield Harriers)
- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
- 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 120cm (3ft 11in) wide.
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Second set of doors
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- There is a second set of doors.
- The doors open towards you (pull).
- The doors are double width.
- The doors are permanently held open.
- The door opening is 120cm (3ft 11in) wide.
Level Change (Birchfield Harriers)
- There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
- The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance doors.
- The ramp or slope is moderate.
- The ramp or slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
- The width of the ramp or slope is 100cm (3ft 3in).
Level Change (Nelson Stand Gate 1)
- There are steps to access this area / service.
- The steps are located behind the stand.
- There is / are 14 step(s) to the area / service.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are medium.
- The steps do have handrails.
- The handrails are on both sides.
Level Change (Nelson Stand Gate 2)
- There are steps to access this area / service.
- The steps are located behind the stand.
- There is / are 14 step(s) to the area / service.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are medium.
- The steps do have handrails.
- The handrails are on both sides.
Reception
- The reception desk is 6m (19ft 8in) from the main entrance.
- There is level access to reception from the entrance.
- The reception desk is medium height.
- The desk has a lowered section.
- Lighting levels are bright.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Opening Times
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- Monday 07:00 - 22:00.
- Tuesday 07:00 - 22:00.
- Wednesday 07:00 - 22:00.
- Thursday 07:00 - 22:00.
- Friday 07:00 - 22:00.
- Saturday 09:00 - 17:00.
- Sunday 09:00 - 17:00.
Inside Access (Main Stand)
- There is level access to the service.
- Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
- Lighting levels are medium.
Other Floors (Main Stand)
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-G-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.
Lift (Main Stand)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located at the centre of the venue.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-G-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 78cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 230cm (3ft 7in x 7ft 7in).
- There are not 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 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 not have tactile markings.
- The lighting level in the lift is low.
Restaurant Bar Internal
- The following information is for the restaurant.
- Once inside, there is level access to the service.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is 4m (13ft 1in) from the main entrance.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 70cm (2ft 4in).
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 74cm (2ft 5in).
- 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 sandwiches, paninis & baguettes.
Sports Ground (Main Stand)
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Non-Segregated Seating
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- Wheelchair seating is located in the executive boxes.
- The view from this area is good.
- A companion can sit beside / near you.
- Accessible toilets are available.
- There is not an audio description service.
Sports Ground (Nelson Stand)
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Non-Segregated Seating
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- Wheelchair users have a designated accessible seating area.
- There is not level access to the designated seating area.
- Wheelchair seating is located on the front row of the stand.
- The view from this area is good.
- A companion can sit beside / near you.
- Accessible toilets are available.
Level Change (Nelson Stand)
- There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
- The ramp or slope is located beside the stand.
- The ramp or slope is moderate.
- The ramp or slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
- The width of the ramp or slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
Sports Ground (Grand Stand)
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Non-Segregated Seating
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- Wheelchair users have a designated accessible seating area.
- There is not level access to the designated seating area.
- Wheelchair seating is located in the mid section of the stand.
- The view from this area is good.
- A companion can sit beside / near you.
- Accessible toilets are not available.
- There is not an audio description service.
Level Change (Grand Stand)
- There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
- The ramp or slope is located beside the stand.
- The ramp or slope is steep.
- The ramp or slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Standard Changing Room
- There are standard changing rooms available.
- The standard changing room is 15m (16yd) from the main entrance.
- The standard changing room is 12m (13yd) from the reception desk.
- The standard changing room is 7m (22ft 12in) from the sports ground.
- The standard changing rooms are located at the centre of the main stand.
- There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
Accessible Shower (Main Stand - Ground Floor)
- Accessible shower facilities are available.
- The showers are located at the rear of the venue.
- The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip down seat.
- The height of the seat is 46cm (1ft 6in).
- There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
Standard Shower
- There are standard level access shower facilities available.
- The showers are located in the standard changing room.
- There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
Accessible Toilet (Main Stand - First Floor)
- There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
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Location and Access
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- The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The accessible toilet is 14m (15yd) from the main entrance.
- The accessible toilet is located at centre of the stand.
- There is level access to the accessible toilet.
- This is by lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a unisex toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- The door opens sliding.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- The door is light.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 110cm x 230cm (3ft 7in x 7ft 7in).
- Floor manoeuvring space is not clear in the accessible toilet.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is not a flush on the transfer side.
- The tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
- It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (0ft 4in) from floor).
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is not a coat hook.
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Position of Fixtures
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- Wall mounted rails are available.
- As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
- 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 47cm (1ft 7in).
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The hand dryer is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
- 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- There is a sink.
- The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
- The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- Lighting levels are bright.
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Comments
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- There is an identical adapted toilet on the first floor.
Accessible Toilet (Main Stand - Ground Floor)
- There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
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Location and Access
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- The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The accessible toilet is 12m (13yd) from the main entrance.
- The accessible toilet is located at the centre of the stand.
- There is level access to the accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a unisex toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The door is light.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 135cm x 210cm (4ft 5in x 6ft 11in).
- Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 60cm (1ft 12in).
- 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 not a functional emergency alarm available.
- It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (0ft 4in) from floor).
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is not a coat hook.
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Position of Fixtures
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- Wall mounted rails are available.
- As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
- 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 46cm (1ft 6in).
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The hand dryer is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
- 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 sink.
- The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
- The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- Lighting levels are medium.
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Comments
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- There are additional adapted toilets in the male and female changing room.
Standard Toilet(s) (Main Stand)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilets are available.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilets are located at the centre of the main stand.
- The female and male toilets are 15m (16yd) from the main entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
- Lighting levels are medium.
Standard Toilet(s) (Nelson Stand)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilets are available.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilets are located behind the stands.
- The female and male toilets are 1m (3ft 3in) from the entrance gates.
- Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilet.
- Lighting levels are low.
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Baby Change Facilities
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- Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.
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Comments
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- Standard toilets are located at each Nelson Stand entrance gate.
Level Change (Standard Toilets - Nelson Stand)
- There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
- The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance doors.
- The ramp or slope is moderate.
- The ramp or slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
- The width of the ramp or slope is 70cm (2ft 4in).
Additional Info
- Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
- 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.