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The Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene

12 Church Lane, Madingley, Cambridgeshire, CB23 8AF

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Location

  • There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
  • The nearest National Rail station is Cambridge.
  • Comments View
    • The bus runs Monday to Friday.
    • The bus is a Whippet number 8 bus.

Opening Times

  • Please contact the venue for details of opening times.

Parking

  • The venue does not have its own car park.

Access Point (Church Lane)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located on Church Lane.
    • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
    • The gate is easy to open.
    • The width of the gap is 101cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
    • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
  • Comments View
    • There is a gateway at the bottom of the ramp.
    • The path is resin bonded gravel.
    • The surface is smooth.
    • The surface can be slippery when wet.
    • There is a slight camber to the path near the main entrance.

Outside Access

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the top of the two paths.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • There is not an intercom.
    • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The width of the door opening is 110cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located from the parking area opposite the Main Entrance.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • Step(s) View
    • The step(s) is/are located by the front door.
    • There is/are 2 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 12cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
    • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are not easy to grip.
    • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • Comments View
    • There is a ramp available to negotiate the two steps by the main entrance.
    • The ramp is available for services and events on at the Church. It is generally not available outside these times.

Inside Access

  • There is level access to the service(s).
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.
  • This venue does play background music.
  • Music is played throughout the venue.
  • Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Comments View
    • The hearing loop comes on automatically with the sound system used for church services.
    • Individual chairs with arm rests are available on request.

Toilet with Adaptations

  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the Main Entrance.
    • This accessible toilet is located at the back of the church on the left-hand side.
    • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • Features and Dimensions View
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is locked by a lever twist.
    • The width of the accessible toilet door is 79cm (2ft 7in).
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 149cm x 225cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 5in).
    • 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 right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 79cm (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.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
    • There is a/are waste paper pedal bin and open waste paper bin disposal units.
    • There is a/are coat hook(s).
    • The height of the coat hook is 178cm from the floor.
  • 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 not 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 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 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • Colour Contrast and Lighting View
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
    • There is a high visual 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 fair.
    • The lighting levels are good.
  • 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 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • Comments View
    • There is a light switch on the left as you enter.
    • It is a flick switch and is at 105cm.

Standard Toilet(s)

Additional Info

  • Documents can be requested in large print.
  • A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.