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Rowntree Park and Reading Cafe

Terry Avenue, York, YO23 1JQ

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Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located near the car park and in the cafe.
    • All toilets with adaptations have a left hand transfer space.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located near the car park and in the cafe.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the toilet with adaptations in the cafe.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located on Terry Avenue.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are signposted and have markings which are faded.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 234cm (width) x 500cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 127cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 8m from the main access point from the car park.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
    • This route has uneven surfaces and bollards.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
    • Free parking is restricted to 3 hours.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Access Points

  • Access Points View
    • There are 7 access points to the park.
    • The access points are located in the car park (2), Terry Avenue, Richardson Street, Cameron Grove, Butcher Terrace and Lovell Street.
    • All access points are step-free.
    • The approach to the access points may include uneven surfaces, steep slopes, steep ramps and bollards.
    • Some access points are clearly signed.
    • The access points include open gaps, double gates and single gates.
    • Some gaps are at least 150cm wide.
    • Some gates are at least 100cm wide.

Rowntree Park Car Park Entrance

  • Access Point View
    • This access point is located in the car park by the Blue Badge bays.
    • The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
    • The access point is not clearly signed.
    • There is ramped and stepped access at the access point.
    • The ramp bypasses the steps.
    • The ramp has a steep gradient.
    • The ramp is over 150cm wide.
    • There are no handrails for the ramp.
    • There are 2 steps at the entrance.
    • There are no handrails for the steps.
    • The steps are unmarked.
    • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the highest step is 11cm.
    • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is an open gap at this access point.
    • The width of the opening is more than 200cm.
    • There is step-free access via ramp as you enter.
    • The ramp has a steep gradient.
    • There are not any level resting areas along the ramp.
    • The ramp is over 150cm wide.
    • There are no handrails for the ramp.

Outdoor Spaces

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: a grassed play area, sports pitches, sports courts, parkland, woodland, gardens and walkways.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are surfaced footpaths throughout.
    • Surfaced footpaths consist of: concrete, tarmac 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 and bins.
    • There are also unsurfaced paths/trails in some areas.
    • Path or trail surfaces consist of: wood bark, grass, compact earth and uncompacted earth (muddy).
    • The majority of the unsurfaced footpaths are not wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some paths/trails have sections with: uneven surfaces, narrow gaps, narrow sections, overgrown vegetation, muddy surfaces and bins.
    • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is not step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes or ramps: there are slopes and ramps throughout the park.

Playground

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: a playground, a grassed play area and gardens.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are surfaced footpaths in some areas.
    • Surfaced footpaths consist of: concrete and tarmac.
    • The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces.
    • There are also unsurfaced paths/trails in some areas.
    • Path or trail surfaces consist of: wood bark, grass, compact earth and uncompacted earth (muddy).
    • The majority of the unsurfaced footpaths are not wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some paths/trails have sections with: uneven surfaces, narrow sections and muddy surfaces.
    • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is not step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the majority of the area has slopes.
  • Playground View
    • The playground is accessed via a gate.
    • The width of the opening is 102cm.
    • Some of 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, rocking, climbing, balancing and viewing.
    • Routes around the play equipment are not firm and even.
    • Routes around the play equipment are at least 150cm wide.

Teenage Zone

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: a playground and a grassed play area.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are no footpaths.
    • Surface types include: grass.
    • There is some seating available for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • Playground View
    • Some of the play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
    • The following play experiences are available: swinging, rocking, climbing and balancing.
    • Routes around the play equipment are not firm and even.
    • Routes around the play equipment are at least 150cm wide.

Reading Cafe

  • Location and Access View
    • Reading Cafe is in Rowntree park near the Richardson Street access point.
    • The most accessible route has steep slopes.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
    • There is sloped and stepped access into this area.
    • The slope bypasses the steps.
    • The slope gradient varies between slight and steep.
    • There are 19 steps into this area.
    • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
    • The handrails are easy to grip.
    • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the highest step is 15cm.
    • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is a single automatic door, which is push pad activated.
    • The height of the push pad is 78cm.
    • The door is permanently held open.
    • The width of the opening is 90cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Order and Payment View
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located straight ahead after entering the cafe.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 105cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 107cm.
    • The payment machine is wireless.
    • The self-service counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located on the left of the seating area.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 100cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • This counter is for collecting food and drinks.
  • Service View
    • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menu types include: wall-mounted, menu boards and countertop.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is both inside and outside.
    • The outdoor seating area is uncovered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some 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.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There may be background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Reading Cafe - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located at the rear of the cafe seating area.
    • The distance from the entrance is 15m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 78cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 170cm (width) x 387cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 106cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 103cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 108cm from the floor.
    • There are paper towels for drying hands.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 124cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 75cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Park - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the left after entering from the car park.
    • The distance from The car park is 30m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has slight slopes.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 78cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a low colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 155cm (width) x 255cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
    • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 80cm from the floor.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the left side of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wash basin mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has no disposal facilities.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.