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Accommodation Overview

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• About View
  • The venue is one of four cottages with adaptations available to rent. The next-door Wren Cottage can be connected to increase the size of the accommodation.
  • There are 2 bedrooms with adaptations.
  • None of the bedrooms with adaptations have adjoining rooms.
  • There is a shared bathroom with a wheel-in shower.
  • Dogs are welcomed at this venue.
  • Shared facilities include: a laundry room.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park.
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors.
  • The first floor can be accessed via a platform lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is no hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: walking aids, bed raisers, commodes, over bed tables, raised toilet seats, shower chairs, portable hoists and a manual wheelchair.
  • The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: Large print (on request).
  • There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
  • The toilet with adaptations is located at the far end of the ground floor.
  • The toilet with adaptations has a left hand transfer space.
  • The shared toilet facilities are located towards the rear of the first floor.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • The shower facilities which have adaptations are located inside the toilet with adaptations on the ground floor.

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Access To

• The cottage is located off the A66, accessed via a long steep single track road. There is a narrow bridge just before access to the parking space for the cottage.
• The distance from the A66 is 640m.
• The most accessible route has uneven surfaces and a steep ramp or slope.
• There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 79cm.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located outside the cottage front door.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight ramp or slope.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the cottage, on left.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is a single manual door at this entrance.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 79cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high visual contrast.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• Access throughout may include manual doors.
• There is deep pile carpet in some areas.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of walkways.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• The bedrooms, toilet, and shower with adaptations are on the ground floor. The kitchen and lounge are on the first floor, accessed by stairs or lift

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Bedroom with Adaptations (Twin, 1)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located to the right as you enter.
  • The distance from the entrance door is 4m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • The door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has twin beds.
  • The top of the mattress is 55cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 25cm from the floor.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
  • The flooring consists of deep pile carpet.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, a chair without armrests, wardrobes for seated users and a desk.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
  • The beds have electric head and foot raise and lower facilities.

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Bedroom with Adaptations (Twin, 2)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located at the far end of the cottage on the ground floor.
  • The distance from the entrance door is 12m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has two single beds which can be pushed together.
  • The top of the mattress is 48cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 13cm from the floor.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
  • The flooring consists of deep pile carpet.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: a desk, a mobile hoist, a height adjustable bed, bedside plug sockets and a chair without armrests.
  • The hoist accesses the bed.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located at the far end of the ground floor.
  • The distance from the entrance door is 25m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • The door has no lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 239cm (width) x 266cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 155cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a push button flush on top of the cistern.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown rails have a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 75cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 79cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever tap.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 156cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Shower with Adaptations

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• Location and Access View
  • The shower surveyed is located within the toilet with adaptations.
  • The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door has no lock.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is a shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 62cm from the floor.
  • There are grab rails for the shower.
  • The grab rails have a medium visual contrast.
  • There is no emergency alarm for the shower.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are adjustable suction-mounted grab handles which can be positioned to suit the user.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located to the rear left as you enter the cottage.
• This lift is a platform lift.
• The distance from the entrance door is 6m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The ground floor and the first floor are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a low visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have a high visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 75cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 73cm (width) x 122cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have a high visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a seat and a mirror to aid reversing.
• The lift seat is 49cm from the floor.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located to the left as you enter the cottage.
• The ground floor and the first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 16 steps between floors.
• The steps are unmarked and have a handrail on the right going up.
• The handrail is not easy to grip.
• The handrail does not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 20cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

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Kitchen

• The kitchen is located on the first floor.
• There is step-free level access via lift into the kitchen.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• The work surface is 86cm from the floor.
• A lowered work surface is not available.
• Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
• The hob is 86cm from the floor.
• A lowered hob is not available.
• The oven is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The sink is 86cm from the floor.
• A lowered sink is not available.
• The sink has a twist turn mixer tap.
• Facilities within the kitchen include a kettle, a dishwasher, a toaster, a fridge freezer and a microwave.
• Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the kitchen includes: long tables.
• The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Lounge

• The lounge is located on the first floor.
• There is step-free level access via lift into the lounge.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The flooring consists of deep pile carpet.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the lounge includes: sofas, riser recliner chairs and armchairs.
• Furniture available in the lounge includes: coffee tables.
• There is a TV with subtitles.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Standard Toilet Facilities

• The shared standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
• The toilet is located at the end of the first floor area.
• The distance from the lift is 12m.
• The most accessible route has step-free level access.
• There is step-free level access into the toilet.
• There is no signage on or near the door.
• Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
• The wash basin has a lever tap.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Access To (Wren Cottage)

• The most accessible route has a stair lift and step-free level access.
• Wren Cottage may be hired in addition to Blue Tit Cottage to form a larger joint space for families.
• There is no signage on or near the entrance.
• There is step-free level access into the first floor of Wren Cottage.
• There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 82cm.