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Getting To The Hospital

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• By Road View
  • St Luke's Hospital is located on Little Horton Lane in Bradford.
    Access is via Little Horton Lane, Gate 3.
    The post code for the sat-nav is BD5 0NA.
  • There is an open air car park for all visitors which is accessed off Little Horton Lane.
    There are charges for the car park.
• By Bus View
  • There are several bus stops on Little Horton Lane. The services are 571, 641 and 640.
    There are also several bus stops on Park Lane servicing the hospital the services are 643 and 644.
  • There is not an onsite bus stop.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Bradford Interchange.
• Useful Links View
  • Please see the link below for the Metro Journey planner for both bus and train services.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • NHS Choices web site.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• To see the hospital map please click here (opens new tab).
• There is a Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) at the hospital.
• The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is located at the Bradford Royal Infirmary.
• The telephone number for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is 01274 365 853.
• The email address for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is [email protected].
• There are volunteers available for help and assistance at the hospital.
• Volunteers can be found by the Horton Wing main reception and throughout the corridors of the Horton Wing.
• Documents are available in an alternative format and can be provided to include: Braille on request, large print on request and different languages on request.
• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available on request.
• BSL interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• A mobility scooter charging point is not available at the hospital.
• Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs, walking frames and crutches.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact Horton Wing main reception.
• There is a Changing Places facility at this hospital which is located on level 1 of The Horton Wing.
• Interpreters need to be booked in advance where possible.

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Hospital Parking (Zone 1 Accessible Parking)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located at the front left of the main Horton Wing building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 350cm (11ft 5in).
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 12 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 235cm x 495cm (7ft 8in x 16ft 2in).
  • There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
• Paying View
  • There are parking charges for the hospital car park.
  • Payment signs are provided .
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment signs are located throughout the car park.
  • Payment signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Payment machines are located at the rear of the car park and at the front of the car park.
  • There is a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • To see the hospital parking charges please click here (opens new tab).
• Access to the Hospital View
  • 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 dropped kerbs.
  • The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 20m (65ft) from the Horton Wing Main Entrance.

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Getting To (Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Department)

• The Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Department is/are located inside Area 2 on level 1 of the Horton Wing.
• Access to the Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Department is via the Horton Wing Main Entrance.
• Enter via the Horton Wing Main Entrance and go straight ahead. The entrance to the Area 2 - Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Department is located on the right.
• There is step free access to the Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Department .
• The Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Department is approximately 18m from the Horton Wing Main Entrance.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.

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Outside Access (Horton Wing Main Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the main Horton Wing building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There are bollards outside this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the bollards/wall is 100cm.
  • The bollard(s) has/have a high visual contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 135cm (4ft 5in).
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 144cm (4ft 9in).
  • There is a door release button when exiting.
  • The height of the door release button is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • Standard manual wheelchairs are available for people to borrow at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 121cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located directly in front of the Horton Wing Main Entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 18:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 18:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 18:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Entrance (Area 2 Entrance - Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Department)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 1 of the Horton Wing.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is a hand sanitiser but it is not at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 156cm.

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Reception (Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Department)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located on the left as you enter the Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Department.
  • The reception point is approximately 11m (36ft) from the Area 2 - Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Department entrance.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is 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, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • There is a touch screen.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed .
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
  • There is a television.
  • Subtitles are available.
  • Vending machines are not available.
  • A water dispenser is not available.
  • There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Speech Therapy runs a clinic from this department once a month.

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Inside Access

• There is level access once inside.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the Gymnasium at a medium level.
• Wayfinding signage is available.
• The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl/laminate.
• There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
• The lighting levels are medium.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Gymnasium)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Gymnasium.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 172cm (5ft 8in).
• The type of flooring is wood.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• A hoist is not available.
• There is sufficient space next to the bed/couch for a mobile hoist to operate.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• The room does have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Occupational Therapy)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Occupational Therapy Treatment Room.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a bed / couch.
• A hoist is not available.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Physiotherapy Bay)

• There is / are 22 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Bay 1.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• A hoist is not available.
• There is sufficient space next to the bed/couch for a mobile hoist to operate.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not adjustable.
• All chairs have armrests available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Treatment)

• There is / are 2 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Room 1.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• A hoist is not available.
• There is sufficient space next to the bed/couch for a mobile hoist to operate.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Changing Room (Hydrotherapy)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located in the Hydrotherapy Area.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the Hydrotherapy entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the Hydrotherapy Pool.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 27m (29yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).

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• Comments View
  • There is an overhead hoist which covers the two end changing bays.

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Hydrotherapy Pool

• There are 15 steps into the Hydrotherapy Pool.
• There are hand rails both sides of the steps.
• There is a overhead hoist to allow access into the Hydrotherapy Pool.
• There is a stone tiled floor in the Hydrotherapy Pool.
• There is music played in the Hydrotherapy Area.
• There are pool side seats available without arm rests.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• Accessible toilet facilities are not available.

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• Comments View
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located outside the Physiotherapy Department entrance in the main Horton Wing corridor.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are not available.
• Comments View
  • The nearest standard toilets are located outside the Physiotherapy Department entrance in the main Horton Wing corridor.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• St. Luke's Hospital - Horton Wing link (new tab) - click here.