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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a swimming and leisure pool, solarium, ice rink, children's Playzone, cafes, Studio B (Hair and Beauty Salon), Icebreakers Bar, fitness suite, 3 squash courts function and conference facilities and the main hall.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include a cycle track and hub.
• Related link Doncaster Dome.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/doncaster-metropolitan-borough-council/access-guides/doncaster-dome
• Related link Doncaster Dome - Swimming Pool and Spa.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/doncaster-metropolitan-borough-council/access-guides/doncaster-dome-swimming-pool-and-spa

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• Comments View
  • The Playzone and Ice Caps are located within the Doncaster Dome Complex.

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Introduction

• Related link Doncaster Dome - Fitness Suite.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/doncaster-metropolitan-borough-council/access-guides/doncaster-dome-fitness-suite
• Related link Doncaster Dome - Icebreakers Bar.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/doncaster-metropolitan-borough-council/access-guides/doncaster-dome-icebreakers-bar

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Opening Times (Playzone)

• Monday 09:00 - 18:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 18:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 18:00.
• Saturday 09:00 - 18:00.
• Sunday 09:00 - 18:00.

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Opening Times (Ice Caps)

• Monday 12:00 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 12:00 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 12:00 - 22:00.
• Thursday 12:00 - 22:00.
• Friday 12:00 - 22:00.
• Saturday 12:00 - 22:00.
• Sunday 12:00 - 22:00.

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Location

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

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Parking (Main Car Park)

• 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 to the side of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 10+ Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 400cm x 500cm (13ft 1in x 16ft 5in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 90m (98yd 1ft) from the Doncaster Dome - main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 158m (172yd 2ft) from the Doncaster Dome - 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 a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • There is a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The road is generally quiet.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 200cm (6ft 7in).
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Access Point (Gliwice Way)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located leading to the main entrance from Gliwice Way.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is stepped access at this access point.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the access point.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located leading from.
  • There is/are 7 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are in the centre.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.

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Outside Access (Doncaster Dome - Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 260cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 94cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located leading from car park 1.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Access Point (Ice Caps - Play Zone - Fitness Suite - Forum - Forum Accessible and Standard Toilets)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located opposite reception.
  • There is an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the access point.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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Lift (Forum)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear of the venue.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG,G.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 160m (174yd 2ft) 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 150cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 11in).
• 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 not 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 medium.

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  • This lift can be used to avoid the steep ramp leading to the Playzone and Ice Caps areas.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 92m (100yd 1ft) from the Doncaster Dome 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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  • There is a security gate that is 90cm wide to enter the play area. This gate is operated by reception.
  • The gate is light and opens away from you.

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Inside Access

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

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• Comments View
  • There are various easy, moderate, steep ramps and steps throughout the play area.

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Ice Caps

• Within Ice Caps there is an ice rink available.
• There are slopes and ramps within the ice rink.
• The ice rink is suitable for people with various levels of of ability.
• Within Ice Caps there are seating areas available.

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Playzone

• The two tire soft play is for children aged 0 to 12 years old.
• This area has various sections with ball pools, slides, climbing frames and a dedicated toddler area.
• There is also a dedicated party space.

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Eating and Drinking (Playzone Cafe)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located in the playzone area.
• 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.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the playzone entrance.
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are hand held 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 hot and cold meals and snacks.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Playzone and Ice Caps)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 126m (137yd 2ft) from the Doncaster Dome main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the Playzone and Ice Caps area.
  • 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 door opens inwards and outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 190cm x 270cm (6ft 3in x 8ft 10in).
  • 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 122cm (4ft).
  • 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 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 not a mirror.
  • 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 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • 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 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • This accessible toilet can only be accessed from the Ice Caps area.
  • Access from the Playzone is by steps only.

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Level Change (Ice Caps - Accessible Toilet - Playzone - Accessible Toilet)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located in the Ice Caps area leading to the facility.
• 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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• Comments View
  • There is a set of heavy, double doors, 180cm wide at the end of the ramp.
  • These doors are kept locked, contact a member of staff for access.
  • The accessible toilet is 2m beyond these doors.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ice Caps)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the ice caps First aid room.
  • There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 146cm x 194cm (4ft 9in x 6ft 4in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 clinical waste 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 the right.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 118cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• 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 poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • This toilet is located at the rear of the first aide room in the Ice Caps area.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Playzone Standard Toilets)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located at the rear of playzone.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 132m (144yd 1ft) from the Doncaster Dome main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • There is a single, heavy, 88cm wide door opens away from you on approach to the toilets.
  • The toilets are along the corridor, 100m from Doncaster Dome main entrance.

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Level Change (Playzone Standard Toilets)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located on the approach to the standard toilets.
• There is/are 5 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 medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ice Caps)

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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 in the ice caps arena.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 75m (82yd 1in) from the Doncaster Dome main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Level Change (Ice Caps - Standard Toilets)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located on the approach to the toilets.
• There is/are 11 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 medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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Additional Info

• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.

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  • There is also a Facebook page for Doncaster Dome Playzone
  • https://www.facebook.com/events/doncaster-dome-leisure-centre/soft-play-at-the-dome-play-zone/2640920875991855/.