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

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  • For information on Doncaster Dome - Playzone and Ice Caps please click here (opens in new tab).
  • The venue is located to the left of the reception desk within Doncaster Dome.

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Opening Times

• Monday 06:00 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 06:00 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 06:00 - 22:00.
• Thursday 06:00 - 22:00.
• Friday 06:00 - 22:00.
• Saturday 07:00 - 22:00.
• Sunday 07:00 - 19:00.

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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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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 (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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Reception

• The desk/counter is 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• 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 medium.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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  • Photographs 4 and 5 show the queuing aisles that are used during busy periods.
  • There is a gate in front of reception for wheelchair users (shown in photograph 6).
  • This gate is single, opens towards you and is 106cm wide.
  • The gate is operated by reception.

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Outside Access (Swimming Pool Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located to the left of the Doncaster Dome reception.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 188cm (6ft 2in).

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• Comments View
  • The swimming pool entrance doors are 31m from the Doncaster Dome main entrance.

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Reception (Swimming Pool)

• The desk/counter is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the swimming pool entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• 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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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the pool areas.
• Motorised scooters are not welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Level Change (Swimming Pool Area)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located throughout the swimming pool area.
• 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.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located throughout the swimming pool area.
• There is/are 6 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
• 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.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG and G.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left when you enter the swimming pool entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG and G.
• The lift is approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the swimming pool 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 140cm x 160cm (4ft 7in x 5ft 3in).
• 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 bright.

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Swimming Pool

• There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is hydraulic.
• There are steps into the swimming pool.
• There are 4 steps.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.

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  • The swimming pool is split into different sections.
  • There is a relaxed area with 2 jacuzzis and water lounges.
  • The main pool has ladder access only.
  • The is a children's pool, with flume slides.
  • The slides are accessed via steps only.
  • The hoist is available on request with assistance from a staff member as it is stored away.

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Viewing Galleries

• There are 2 viewing galleries beyond the reception desk overlooking the pool areas.
• There are 3 medium height steps to enter the viewing galleries.
• There is a moderate ramp which is 90cm wide without handrails that bypasses these steps.

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Changing Places (Changing Village Accessible Changing Room)

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located on the lower ground floor.
  • The facility is approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 362cm x 343cm (11ft 11in x 11ft 3in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on one side only.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 290cm (9ft 6in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Dropdown rails are provided for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on the right.
  • 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 not available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is available.
  • It is a push button style alarm.
• Comments View
  • There is also a wheel in shower, with an adjustable height shower head available within the room.
  • There is a flip down shower seat which is 50cm high.
  • Drop down and grab rails are available.

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Standard Changing Room (Changing Village)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the lift.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the swimming pool.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on the lower ground floor.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is not level access to the shower facilities.
• The shower cubicle(s) / area is / are accessed via a shallow step.

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Accessible Toilet (Swimming Pool)

• 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 17m (18yd 1ft) from the swimming pool entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located immediately beyond the entrance.
  • There is 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 outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 168cm x 208cm (5ft 6in x 6ft 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 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush 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 and 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 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 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 bright.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Swiming Pool)

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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 beyond the swimming pool entrance, to the left.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the swimming pool entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Changing Village)

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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 changing village, on the lower ground floor.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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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.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.