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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a swimming pool, viewing gallery, gym, sports hall, squash courts, studio and Galactica Play Area.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Keynsham.

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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Opening Times (Leisure Centre)

• Monday 06:15 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 06:15 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 06:15 - 22:00.
• Thursday 06:15 - 22:00.
• Friday 06:15 - 22:00.
• Saturday 08:00 - 19:00.
• Sunday 08:00 - 19:00.

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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 is located in front of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • There is/are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 460cm x 505cm (15ft 1in x 16ft 7in).
  • The nearest designated bay is 36m (39yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest designated bay is 43m (47yd 1in) from the main 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 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.

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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 main door(s) open automatically.
• The door opening is 152cm (4ft 12in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open automatically.
  • The door opening is 155cm (5ft 1in) wide.

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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 path leading to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 130cm (4ft 3in).
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the right as you face the entrance.
• There is / are 12 step(s) to the area / service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Reception

• The desk is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Fitness Suite (Gym)

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the ground floor.
  • The fitness suite is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the ground floor lift.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open away from you (push).
  • The doors are single.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The opening is 73cm wide.
• IFI Accredited Fitness Suite View
  • No staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equality Training.
  • IFI accredited equipment is available.
  • For example: recumbent cycle and small equipment package.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Swimming Pool

• There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is manual.
• There are steps into the swimming pool.
• There are 6 steps.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.

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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 clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are low.

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Lift (Reception Area)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the right past reception.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 150cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 11in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Lift (Swimming Pool)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located swimming pool changing area.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is 60m (65yd 1ft) from the 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 100cm x 140cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Level Change (Sports Hall - Squash Courts - Studio)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Level Change (Galactica Play Centre)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up.

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Level Change (Viewing Gallery & Pool Lift)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 104cm (3ft 5in).

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• Comments View
  • There are several easy to moderate slopes ranging from 104cm to 146cm wide.

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Standard Changing Room (Fitness Suite)

• The standard changing room is 2m (2yd 7in) from the ground floor lift.
• The standard changing room is 12m (13yd 4in) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Gym.
• The standard changing rooms are located on the ground floor.
• There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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Standard Changing Room (Swimming Pool)

• There are standard changing rooms available.
• The standard changing room is 50m (54yd 2ft) from the main reception.
• The standard changing room is 45m (49yd 8in) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Swimming Pool.
• The standard changing rooms are located on the ground floor.
• There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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Changing Places (Swimming Pool)

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located in the swimming pool changing area.
  • The facility is approximately 75m (82yd 1in) from the reception.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • It is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from staff.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 190cm x 330cm (6ft 3in x 10ft 10in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on one side only.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Drop down rails are provided for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rail(s) is/are on the left.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is not available.
  • It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from the floor).
• Comments View
  • There is also a shower in the changing place.

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Accessible Toilet (Ground Floor)

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 2m (2yd 7in) from the ground floor lift.
  • The accessible toilet is located off the main corridor.
  • There is level access to the 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 295cm x 395cm (9ft 8in x 12ft 12in).
  • There is 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 300cm (9ft 10in).
  • 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 an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • 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.
  • 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 sink.
  • The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink 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 grab rails 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.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar accessible toilet in the swimming pool changing rooms.

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Accessible Toilet (Gym Area)

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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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.
  • The accessible toilet is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the ground floor lift.
  • The accessible toilet is located opposite the gym entrance.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 210cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 11in).
  • There is 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 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 in the cubicle.
  • The emergency alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • 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 not mirrors.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The towel dispenser is 115cm (3ft 9in) high.
  • 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).
• 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 grab rails 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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Accessible Toilet (Viewing Gallery)

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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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.
  • The accessible toilet is 13m (14yd 8in) from the pool lift.
  • The accessible toilet is located on the first floor.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 175cm x 370cm (5ft 9in x 12ft 2in).
  • There is 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • 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 in the cubicle.
  • The emergency alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • 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.
  • 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 sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink 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 grab rails and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 75cm (2ft 6in).

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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 Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilets are located in the male changing rooms.
  • The male toilets are 5m (5yd 1ft) from the ground floor lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located in the female changing rooms.
  • The female and male toilets are 9m (9yd 2ft) from the ground floor lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • There are further standard toilets in the swimming pool changing area and viewing gallery.

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Additional Info

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