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Earswick Scented Garden

Earswick Chase, Earswick, York, YO32 9SL

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Overview

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Garden Access Point

  • Access Point View
    • This access point is located on the left facing the village hall.
    • The access point is not clearly signed.
    • There is step-free access via a slope.
    • The slope has a slight gradient.
    • There is a double gate at this access point.
    • The gates are permanently held open.
    • One of the gates was locked at the time of the survey.
    • The width of the opening is 235cm.
    • The gates have a high colour contrast.

Pedestrian Access Point

  • Access Point View
    • This access point is located on Earswick Chase.
    • The access point is not clearly signed.
    • There is step-free level access at the access point.
    • There is an open gap at this access point.
    • The width of the opening is 117cm.

Outdoor Spaces

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: a playground, a sports court, formal gardens and walkways.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are surfaced footpaths in some areas.
    • Surfaced footpaths consist of: concrete and paving slabs.
    • The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces.
    • There is no signage in this area.
    • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • Playground View
    • The playground is accessed via a gate.
    • The width of the opening is 107cm.
    • The play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
    • The following play experiences are available: swinging, sliding, climbing and balancing.
    • Routes around the play equipment are firm and even.
    • Routes around the play equipment are at least 150cm wide.

Seating Area (Garden)

  • Location and Access View
    • Tables are located at the corners inside the garden.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
    • There is step-free level access to this area.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is uncovered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • Seating available in this area includes: benches.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: booths and picnic tables.
    • The tables are fixed.
    • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.