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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a swimming pool, Lifestyles cafe, fitness suite and dance studios.

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Location

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

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Opening Times

• Opening times do vary depending on timetabling.
• Please click here for information on opening times.

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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 at the front of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 7 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 470cm x 280cm (15ft 5in x 9ft 2in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 26m (28yd 1ft) 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 car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located to the right as you exit the building.
  • There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
  • There is not tactile paving on the dropped kerb.

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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(s) automatically.

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• Second set of doors View
  • The automatic doors are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 168cm (5ft 6in).

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in some parts of the venue.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Eating and Drinking (Lifestyles Cafe)

• The following information is for the cafe.
• The cafe is located to the left of reception.
• 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.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 68cm (2ft 3in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 68cm (2ft 3in).
• The standard height for tables is 68cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are hand held and wall.
• 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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Swimming Pool

• There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is 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 4 steps.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.

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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located off the reception area.
  • The fitness suite is 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
  • 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 double.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The opening is 154cm wide.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Changing Places (1 - Wet Side Changing Village)

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located in the wet side changing village.
  • The facility is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 250cm x 310cm (8ft 2in x 10ft 2in).
  • 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 the changing bench and the toilet.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on one side only.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 133cm (4ft 4in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Drop down rails are provided.
  • 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 the left.
  • 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 available.
• Comments View
  • There is an accessible shower within this facility.

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Changing Places (2 - Wet Side Changing Village)

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located within the wet side changing village.
  • The facility is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 250cm x 310cm (8ft 2in x 10ft 2in).
  • 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 the changing bench and the toilet.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on one side only.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Drop down rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rail(s) is/are on the right.
  • 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 the right.
  • 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 available.
• Comments View
  • There is an accessible shower within this facility.

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Accessible Shower (Wet Side Changing Village)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the changing places facilities.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip down seat.
• The height of the seat is 49cm (1ft 7in).
• Other facilities available include; a drop down rail.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Reception)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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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.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the reception area.
  • There is level access to this 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 168cm x 208cm (5ft 6in x 6ft 10in).
  • 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 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab 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 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 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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.
  • There is a high colour 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 good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the wet side and dry side changing facilities.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 72cm (2ft 4in).

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Toilet with Adaptations (Wet Side Changing Village)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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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.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 44m (48yd 4in) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located within the male toilets (wet side changing village).
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is not a unisex toilet.
  • This is a male facility.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 200cm x 150cm (6ft 7in x 4ft 11in).
  • 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 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • 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 not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 height of the hand dryer is 121cm (3ft 12in).
  • 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 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 poor.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a poor 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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Toilet with Adaptations (Fitness Suite)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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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.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the fitness suite.
  • There is level access to this 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 locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 250cm x 290cm (8ft 2in x 9ft 6in).
  • 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 159cm (5ft 3in).
  • 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 not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab 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 is a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (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 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 good.
  • There is a high colour 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 good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Accessible Shower (Dry Side)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the accessible toilet in the fitness suite.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip down seat.
• The height of the seat is 50cm (1ft 8in).
• Other facilities available include; drop down rails.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Sports Hall)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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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.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 65m (71yd 3in) from the main 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 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 170cm x 210cm (5ft 7in 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is twist/turn.
  • 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 sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab 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 is a mirror.
  • 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 wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot 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 good.
  • There is a high colour 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 good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Changing Room (Wet Side Changing Village)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the swimming pool.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located off the reception area.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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Standard Changing Room (Dry Side)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 36m (39yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the fitness suite.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located within the fitness suite.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the reception area.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the family cubicles in the wet side changing village.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 73cm (2ft 5in).
• Comments View
  • Additional standard toilets are located in the wet and dry side changing rooms.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• 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.