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Location

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

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located at the front of the building on library square.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located Duncombe place.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Parking obstructed by essential building work until July 2021.
  • There is an NCP car park 0.3 miles away on Tanner Row
  • https://www.ncp.co.uk/find-a-car-park/car-parks/york-tanner-row/.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located to the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • There is a third set of doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open automatically.
  • The doors are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 116cm.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located immediately beyond the entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Reception (Library)

• The desk/counter is 20m (21yd 2ft) 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 has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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• Comments View
  • There is seating at the reception desk.
  • Some of the seating is sofas with armrests either side.

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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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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large rollerball mouse, height adjustable table and height adjustable chair is / are available.
• Other computer auxiliary aids include an Aladdin reading machine.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes Supernova, magnifying glasses.

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• Comments View
  • There is a self-issue/self-return area.
  • The height to the top of the touchscreens is 139cm.
  • The height of the card scanner is 96cm.
  • The height of the book scanner is 75cm.
  • The height of the coin slot is 84cm - 93cm.
  • The height to the card payment pin pad is 113cm - 120cm.
  • A high contrast option is available on the touchscreen.
  • The text size can be increased on the touchscreen.
  • There are children's computers.
  • The height of the children's computer desks is 72cm.
  • There is a catalogue computer in the archives and local history room.
  • The height of the computer desk is 92cm.
  • The computer has a moveable screen.
  • There is a Bookeye scanner in the archives and local history room.

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Eating and Drinking

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located to the right of the main library room as you enter.
• 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.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 93cm (3ft 1in).
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are not available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are wall only.
• 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 snacks and sandwiches.

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Reception (Archives and Local History)

• The desk/counter is 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift.
• 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 moderate to good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • There is seating opposite the reception desk.
  • The seats are sofas with armrests on both sides.

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Level Change (Marriott and Brierley Rooms)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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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 height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There are two identical sets of lower stairs, either side of the entrance corridor.
  • The handrails for the lower section of the stairs is on the same side as the entrance corridor.
  • The upper section of the stairs has handrails on both sides.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the Main Entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located at the rear of the library.
  • The facility is approximately 40m (43yd 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 inwards.
  • The width of the door is 79cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 210cm x 470cm (6ft 11in x 15ft 5in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 165cm (5ft 5in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • Dropdown rails are provided for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • 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 both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is not available.
  • It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from the floor).
• Comments View
  • There is a baby change table in the changing place.
  • The height of the baby change table when extended is 89cm.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, ahead as you exit the lift.
  • There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 236cm (5ft 3in x 7ft 9in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not 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 a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 72cm from the floor.
• 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 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 moderate to good.

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Level Change (Accessible Toilet, Standard Toilets and Baby Change)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 125cm (4ft 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 and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the first floor, ahead as you exit the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Baby Change

• The baby change facility is located on the first floor, ahead as you exit the lift.
• The baby change is 7m from the lift.
• The height of the baby change table is 93cm.
• There is a standard toilet in the baby change.
• There is a sink in the baby change.
• The height of the sink is 93cm.
• The taps are sensor mixer.
• There is a hand dryer.
• The height of the hand dryer is 108cm.
• There are disposal facilities.
• The lighting is medium.
• There is not level access to the baby change.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.

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York City Centre Access Information

• Please click here for city centre access information
• Please click here for more information about Blue Badge parking locations in York.

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User Reviews

• Check out reviews of this venue from disabled people on Euan’s Guide, the disabled access review website (opens new tab).