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Introduction

• Related link Leighton Buzzard Railway - Dobbers Buffet.
• Http://www.disabledgo.com/en/access-guide/leighton-buzzard-railway---dobbers-
• Related link Leighton Buzzard Railway - Stonehenge Works.
• Http://www.disabledgo.com/en/access-guide/leighton-buzzard-railway---stonehen

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• Comments View
  • The opening times for the station and train running times vary.
  • The station is open most Sundays.
  • Please contact the venue or check their website for specific opening times.

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COVID-19 Information

• For more information about the measures in place for Covid-19 please click here (new tab) .

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
• This venue is situated in Leighton Buzzard.
• 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 Leighton Buzzard.

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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.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • The car park is located to the left of the ticket shop.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 18m (19yd 2ft) from the ticket shop 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 uneven surfaces.
  • The car park surface is grass.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.

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Outside Access (Station Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located front of building.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 110cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 20cm.

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Reception (Ticket Booking Office)

• The desk/counter is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Counter

• The counter is 16m (17yd 1ft) from the entrance.
• There is level access to the counter from the entrance.
• The prescription box is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• The height of the counter is 95cm (3ft 1in).
• There is a lowered section.
• The height of the lowered section of the counter is 76cm.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Level Change (Access to Platform)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located leading up to the platform.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.

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Train Station

• There are 1 platform(s) in the station.

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• Additional Station Information View
  • Platforms which have tactile markings at the platform edge are 1.
  • Accessible toilets are not located on the platform(s).
  • Accessible toilets are not located on the main station concourse.
  • There is not a wheelchair available to borrow.
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  • There is a portable ramp available to get onto the train.
  • The ramp is 74cm wide.

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Train Station Platform

• This information is for platform(s) 1.
• The platform(s) which can be accessed by either level access / ramps / lifts / stairclimber from inside the station is / are 1.

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Eating and Drinking (BuzzRail Cafe)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located to the right of the ticket shop.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the café entrance.
• The standard height for tables is 75cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• 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 hot and cold meals and snacks.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are not accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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  • There is an adapted toilet in Dobbers Buffet cafe adjacent to the station.
  • Please see the separate guide for further details.

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Accessible Toilet (Cafe)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the café entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter.
  • 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 185cm x 214cm (6ft 1in x 7ft).
  • 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 119cm (3ft 11in).
  • 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 an emergency alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• 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 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 height of the towel dispenser is 123cm (4ft).
  • 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 wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • 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 90cm (2ft 11in).

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are not available.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not 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.