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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the town.
• This venue is situated in Northwich.
• The nearest mainline station is Northwich.

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Opening Times

• Monday Closed.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday 14:00 - 17:00.
• Sunday 14:00 - 17:00.

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• Comments View
  • The Museum is open on a Monday from 10:00 - 17:00 during school holidays.

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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 at the side of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 500cm x 650cm (16ft 5in x 21ft 4in).
  • The nearest designated bay is 12m (13yd) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest designated bay is 15m (16yd) 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 dropped kerbs.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb / non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • The patron does have to cross a road.
  • The road is generally quiet.
  • 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 venue.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open towards you (pull).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 92cm (3ft 0in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are single width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in) 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 in front of the entrance.
• 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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Reception

• The reception desk is 4m (13ft 1in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is low height.
• The desk does not have a lowered section.
• Lighting levels are medium.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Museum

• Exhibits can be audio described.
• Tactile signage for exhibits is available.
• The availability of tactile signage does not depend on exhibition.
• The availability of Braille signage depends on exhibition.
• Touch tours are available.
• The availability of touch tours depends on exhibition.
• Video tours are not available.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the the hearing system.
• A deposit is not required for the hearing system.
• Concessions are available.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.

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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.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting level is medium.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located beyond the reception.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is 11m (12yd) from main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 105cm x 135cm (3ft 5in x 4ft 5in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lift controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Theatre

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located in the front row.
• Wheelchairs are left with the patron.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit next to the patron.
• It is 14m (15yd) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
• This venue does not provide audio described performances.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
• A deposit is not required for the sound enhancement system.
• The rows suitable for hearing loops are all.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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Level Change (Theatre)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the service.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located from row 2.
• There is / are 1 step(s) to the area / service.
• Lighting levels at the steps are medium.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• The steps are deep.
• The steps do not have handrails.

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Restaurant Bar Internal

• The following information is for the cafe.
• Once inside, there is level access to the service.
• Food is available from the bar.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the service counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• Menus are hand held and wall.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is snacks and drinks.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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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 13m (14yd 8in) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located next to the lift.
  • 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 light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 145cm x 165cm (4ft 9in x 5ft 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 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a dropdown rail, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is twist/turn.
  • There is not a mixer tap.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • 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 the left.
  • 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 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • 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.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are not available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the first floor.
  • The female and male toilets are 8m (26ft 3in) from the the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.