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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include exhibits covering various aspects of industrial and social history including Textile machinery, Steam Power, Engineering, Printing, Motor vehicles and an art gallery.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include several stand alone buildings with further exhibits.

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• Comments View
  • The museum is a former Worsted Mill.

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Opening Times

• Monday Closed.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday 11:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday 11:00 - 16:00.

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• Comments View
  • The venue is open on Bank Holiday Mondays.

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Location

• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Forster Square.

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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 building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 3 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 250cm x 420cm (8ft 2in x 13ft 9in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 64m (69yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 74m (80yd 2ft) 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 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 not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on the access road.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 129cm (4ft 3in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 126cm (4ft 2in).

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

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

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Reception (Gift Shop)

• The desk/counter is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter 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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Level Change (Reception / Gift Shop)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located between the reception and the gift shop.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are medium.

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Museum

• Exhibits cannot be audio described.
• Tactile signage for exhibits is not available.
• Braille signage for exhibits is not available.
• Touch tours are not available.
• Video tours are available.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow.
• To borrow the wheelchair, ask at reception.

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• Comments View
  • Some of the floors throughout the museum are uneven.

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Level Change (Transport)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located leading from the Print Gallery to access the Transport Gallery.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading from the Motive Power Gallery to access the Transport Gallery.
• There is/are 2 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Level Change (Linton Engine Gallery)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located leading from the Motive Power Gallery to access the Linton Engine Gallery.
• The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.

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Level Change (Tram and Trolley Gallery)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading from the Print Gallery to the Tram and Trolley Gallery.
• There is/are 5 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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  • There are a further three steps to access the Tram and Trolley exhibits.
  • These steps are deep with handrails to both sides.
  • The Tram and Trolley Gallery is the only area within the museum that cannot be accessed by wheelchair users.

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Gallery in the Mill

• The cafe is located to the right of reception / gift shop.
• Visitors can bring their own food and drink to consume in this area.
• The nearest table is 20m from the main entrance.
• There are chairs with armrests.
• The height of the tables is 70cm.
• There is a drinks vending machine.
• The highest function on the machine is 141cm.

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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 not clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • There are two set of stairs.
  • One close to the reception area and the other in the Motive Power Gallery.

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Lift (Lift One)

• The lift is located to the right as you enter the venue.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• The lift is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 102cm (3ft 4in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 117cm x 140cm (3ft 10in x 4ft 7in).
• 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 not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The controls are 135cm high.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is low.

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Lift (Lift Two)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the Motive Power Gallery.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• The lift is approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 136cm (4ft 6in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 158cm x 188cm (5ft 2in x 6ft 2in).
• There are 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 not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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• Comments View
  • The height to the call button outside the lift is 138cm.
  • The highest function inside the lift is 148cm.
  • Only staff will be operating this lift.

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Museum Grounds

• There are several exhibits to see outside the museum.
• The pathways around the musuem are cobbled and therefore uneven.
• There are also tram lines inset in the cobbles.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• 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 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear of the cafe.
  • 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 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 165cm x 218cm (5ft 5in x 7ft 2in).
  • 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 94cm (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 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 open waste paper bin, clinical waste and sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not 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 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 a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot 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 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.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 95cm (3ft 1in).

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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 Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the weaving gallery on the first floor.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the lift two.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are low.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the motive power gallery on the ground floor.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 47m (51yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are low.
• Comments View
  • The female standard toilets are located to the right as you exit the lift.
  • The male standard toilet is to the right as you enter the Motive Power Gallery.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• The assistance dog toilet area is located in the car park area.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.