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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the Sports Hall, Squash Courts, a Racquet Ball Court, the High Performance Gym, an Aerobic Studio, The Climbing Wall and Gymnastic Centre, the Syndicate Room, Zest Cafe.

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Opening Times

• Monday 06:30 - 22:30.
• Tuesday 06:30 - 22:30.
• Wednesday 06:30 - 22:30.
• Thursday 06:30 - 22:30.
• Friday 06:30 - 22:30.
• Saturday 09:00 - 20:00.
• Sunday 09:00 - 20:00.

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  • The Sports Centre is open 11.00 - 19.00 on Bank Holidays..

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the campus.
• The venue is situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest mainline station is Connolly.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • The car park is on the far side of the College Park Apartments.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 400cm x 300cm (13ft 1in x 9ft 10in).
  • The nearest designated bay is 124m (136yd) from the Sports Complex Campus Side entrance.
  • The furthest designated bay is 134m (147yd) from the Sports Complex Campus Side 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 / non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • The patron does not have to cross a road.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
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  • The dimensions are for the nearest designated space.
  • The far space is 400 cm x 450 cm.
  • A members wristband is required to access the car park.
  • There is also parking avaialble under the College Park Apartments, which has a height restriction of 190 cm.
  • There are a further 2 designated bays available here if required. There is a standard lift available to exit this area.
  • There is a Set Down area outside the Sports Complex Front entrance.

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Outside Access (Sports Complex Front Entrance)

• There is level access into the venue.
• The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main doors open towards you (pull).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 78cm (2ft 7in) wide.

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  • The door is kept locked. Visitors need to use the intercom to get reception to unlock.
  • Then is also an automatic revolving door available to the left of this door as you face it.

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Outside Access (Sports Complex Campus Side Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located opposite Larkfield and Hampstead Apartments.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open by revolving.
• The door opening is 135cm (4ft 5in) wide.

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Level Change (Sports Complex Campus Side Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is easy.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.

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Level Change (Sports Complex Foyer)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located In the foyer of the Sports Complex.
• The ramp/slope is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.

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  • This ramp lead from the Campus Side entrance to the reception and entrances to the Sports Centre and Swimming Pool.
  • There is level access to these from the Sport Complex Front Entrance.

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Reception (Main)

• The reception desk is 28m (31yd) from the Sports Complex Campus Side Entrance.
• There is not level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is high height.
• Lighting levels are medium.
• The desk has a lowered section.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.

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Outside Access (Sports Centre Side Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located off the Sports Complex consider, next to th recept.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open towards you (pull).
• The doors are double width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are double width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 164cm (5ft 5in) wide.

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Level Change (Sports Centre Side Entrance)

• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 5 step(s) to the area / service.
• Lighting levels at the steps are bright.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a standard and / or platform lift to access this service.

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  • There is a turnstile 53 cm wide, and a gate 99 cm wide at the top of these stairs, in front of the entrance.
  • The gate can be opened from reception.

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Lift (Entrance Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located between the entrance stairs and reception desk.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is 28m (31yd) from Sports Complex Campus Side entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 76cm x 140cm (2ft 6in x 4ft 7in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The lift controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do not have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Lighting levels are varied.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.

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  • There is level access to the Sports Hall and Team Changing Rooms from the Sports Centre Side entrance.
  • Photograph 1 shows the Main Sport Hall.
  • Photograph 2 shows the Climbing Wall and Gymnasium Centre.

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Level Change (Inside Access)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located n the corridor leading to changing rooms and lift.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 105cm (3ft 5in).
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located n the corridor leading to changing rooms and lift.
• There is / are 6 step(s) to the area / service.
• Lighting levels at the steps are medium.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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  • The ramp overcomes the steps mention, and has a handrail on the left hand side going up.

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Standard Changing Room (Male and Female)

• There are standard changing rooms available.
• The standard changing rooms are located in the man corridor, beside the ramp.
• The standard changing room is 38m (42yd) from the Sports Centro side main entrance.
• The standard changing room is 42m (46yd) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room is 22m (24yd) from the Sports Hall.
• There is not level access to the standard changing rooms.

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  • There are also team changing rooms available nearer the entrance.
  • These are used by teams using the outdoor football pitches and Sports Hall.

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Standard Shower

• There are not standard level access shower facilities available.
• There is not level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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  • The showers are located in the standard changing rooms, and are accessed by a shallow step.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 38m (42yd) from the Sport Centre Side entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located just inside the standard changing rooms.
  • There is not level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is not a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 170cm x 212cm (5ft 7in x 6ft 11in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 107cm (3ft 6in).
  • 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 not a functional emergency alarm available.
  • No emergency alarm fitted in the cubicle.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is a coat hook.
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  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
  • 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 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The hand dryer is 102cm (3ft 4in) high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The toilet roll holder is 112cm (3ft 8in) high.
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The sink is 76cm (2ft 6in) high.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Accessible Shower

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The showers are located within the adepted toilets.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip down seat.
• The height of the seat is 47cm (1ft 7in).

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located in the standard changing rooms.
  • The female and male toilets are 38m (42yd) from the Sport Centre Side entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Other Floors

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  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting level is medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift

• The lift is located at the rear of the Sports Centre.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is 40m (44yd) from Sport Centre Side entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 79cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 102cm x 136cm (3ft 4in x 4ft 6in).
• 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 controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are not within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Fitness Suite (High Performance Gym)

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the 1st floor.
  • The fitness suite is 71m (78yd) from the Sports Centre Side entrance.
  • There is not level access to the fitness suite.
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  • Staff receive some training in assisting disabled people.
  • Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes free weights, the cable machine.
  • A portable hearing loop is available for induction.
  • Staff are trained to use the portable hearing loop.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
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  • Some weights areas are accessed by a shallow step.
  • This gym is only used by members with a high level of fitness, and some professional teams.

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Level Change (Aerobic Studio)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located just inside the entrance to the studio.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located just inside the entrance to the studio.
• There is / are 1 step(s) to the area / service.
• Lighting levels at the steps are medium.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps are shallow.

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  • The ramp overcomes step mentioned.
  • The Aerobic studio is located on the 1st floor.

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Level Change (Racquet Ball Court)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance to the court.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 70cm (2ft 4in).

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Eating and Drinking (Zest)

• The following information is for the cafe.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 10m (32ft 10in) from the Sports Complex Campus Side Entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 68cm (2ft 3in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• 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 not presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is sandwiches and snacks.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
• This service can be requested.
• Plastic cups are available.
• Drinking straws are available on request.

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  • Plastic cutlery is available in the Zest Cafe on request.
  • The photograph shows the Syndicate Room, which is used for some classes, lectures and presentations.
  • Photograph 2 shows the artificial football pitches, located outside the Sports Complex, just past Larkfield and Hampstead Apartments.

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Additional Info

• The photographs shows the link between the 1st floors of the Sport Centre and Swimming Pool sides.
• This is via a bridge with a moderate ramp, 146 cm wide, and 6 deep steps with handrails both sides. The stairs are overcome by a platform lift 82 x 122 cm wide.