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RPC Dundee - Mark Stewart Cycling Track

RPC Dundee, Mains Loan, Dundee, DD4 9BX

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Introduction (RPC Dundee - Mark Stewart Cycling Track)

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00 - 22:00.
  • Tuesday 08:00 - 22:00.
  • Wednesday 08:00 - 22:00.
  • Thursday 08:00 - 22:00.
  • Friday 08:00 - 22:00.
  • Saturday 08:00 - 22:00.
  • Sunday 08:00 - 22:00.

Location

  • There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
  • The nearest National Rail station is Dundee.
  • Comments View
    • The Regional Performance Centre Dundee is located in the Caird Park area, north of Dundee, just off the A90.
    • Mains Loan is accessed from Claverhouse Road. The junction from the A90 Ring Road is now permanently closed.
    • The nearest Bus Stop to the Athletics Building, Ronnie McIntosh Stadium and Mark Stewart Cycle Track is Claverhouse Road, about 450m walk from the centre.

Parking

  • The venue does have its own car park.
  • Venue Car Park View
    • Parking is free for all users.
    • The car park is located to the front and side of the athletics building, track and cycle track.
    • The car park type is open air/surface.
    • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
    • There is/are 6 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
    • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 490cm x 600cm (16ft 1in x 19ft 8in).
    • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the Athletics Building main entrance.
    • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 18m (19yd 2ft) from the Athletics Building main entrance.
    • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
    • 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 not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
    • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is a designated drop off point.
    • The drop off point is located at the front end of the Athletics Building.
    • There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
    • There is not tactile paving on the dropped kerb.
  • Comments View
    • There are 2 electric car charging bays in this car park.

Outside Access (Accessible - Single Gate)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located on the curve at the Mains Loan end of the track.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located between the car park and the gate.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

Outside Access (Accessible - Double Gate)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located on the curve at the Mains Loan end of the track.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 330cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located between the car park and the track side.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • Comments View
    • There is a steep slope beyond the gates as you access the track banked curve.

Outside Access (Stepped Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the track opposite the Athletics Building.
    • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 220cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located from the car park to the steps.
    • 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.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
    • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
  • Step(s) View
    • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
    • There is/are 4 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
    • The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.

Level Change (Track Camber)

  • There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • Comments View
    • The banking varies from slight on the straights to 14 degrees on the curves.

Velodrome

  • Formerly called Caird Park Velodrome, the Mark Walker Cycle Track is an outdoor floodlit 402m long velodrome.
  • The maximum slope across the track on the curves is 14 degrees.
  • The track is an oval with a central warm-up area and metal fencing to the outer edges.
  • The minimum slope across the track on the straights is about 3.5 degrees.
  • The track is useable throughout the year and has an all-weather tarmac surface.
  • Parking, changing and toilet facilities used are shared with the Athletics Building adjacent.
  • The cycle track is the home of the Discovery Junior Cycle Club.

Standard Changing Room

  • There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
  • The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
  • The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the indoor athletics track.
  • The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on the left as you enter.
  • There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
  • Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
  • There is level access to the shower facilities.
  • Comments View
    • There are two changing rooms which may be designated male or female depending on usage.
    • There are lockers, hooks and bench seating in both changing rooms.

Outside Access (Athletics Building - Main Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the Athletics Building.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • There is not an intercom.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
    • The push pad or push button is 89cm from floor level.
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The width of the door opening is 102cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

Parent and Baby Room (Standard Toilets)

  • There is a parent and baby room for public use.
  • The parent and baby room is located in the standard male and female toilet facilities.
  • There is step-free access to the parent and baby room.
  • Staff do not need to be notified for use of the room.
  • There is Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
  • The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
  • The baby change table is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
  • There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
  • The height of the wash basin is 78cm.
  • The wash basin tap type is sensor.
  • There is/are not chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
  • There is a toilet in the parent and baby room.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Comments View
    • There are similar cubicles in both male and female standard toilet facilities.

Toilet with Adaptations (Accessible Change 01 - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • Location and Access View
    • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
    • This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter on the left of the corridor.
    • There is 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 lever twist.
    • The width of the accessible toilet door is 97cm (3ft 2in).
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 229cm x 395cm (7ft 6in x 12ft 12in).
    • 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 154cm (5ft 1in).
    • 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 disposal units.
    • There is a/are coat hook(s).
    • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 99cm and 135cm 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • The shelf does not have the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
    • The shelf is at a height of 96cm.
    • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
    • There is a mirror.
    • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (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 113cm (3ft 8in).
    • 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
    • There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
    • The lighting levels are good.
  • Comments View
    • There is an accessible shower within this cubicle.

Accessible Shower (Accessible Change 01)

  • Accessible shower facilities are available.
  • The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the accessible toilet cubicle 01.
  • The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
  • The height of the seat is 51cm (1ft 8in).
  • Other facilities available include; emergency alarm, shower curtain, low level lockers.
  • There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.
  • Comments View
    • There is a slight ramped lip at the edge of the shower area.

Toilet with Adaptations (Accessible Change 02)

  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • Location and Access View
    • There is written text, Braille, pictorial and tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
    • This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter on the right of the corridor.
    • There is 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 lever twist.
    • The width of the accessible toilet door is 97cm (3ft 2in).
    • The door is heavy.
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 279cm x 250cm (9ft 2in x 8ft 2in).
    • 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 right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 207cm (6ft 9in).
    • 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 disposal units.
    • There is a/are 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • The shelf is higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
    • There is a mirror.
    • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (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 113cm (3ft 8in).
    • 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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 75cm (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 good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
    • The lighting levels are bright.
  • Comments View
    • There is also an accessible shower facility in this room.

Accessible Shower (Accessible Change 02)

  • Accessible shower facilities are available.
  • The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the accessible toilet facility 02.
  • The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
  • The height of the seat is 52cm (1ft 8in).
  • Other facilities available include; emergency alarm, shower curtain.
  • There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.
  • Comments View
    • There is a small ramped lip at the edge of the shower area.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
    • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
    • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right as you enter on the left of the corridor.
    • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
    • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
    • Lighting levels in the female toilets are moderate to good.
  • Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
    • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right as you enter on the left of the corridor.
    • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
    • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
    • Lighting levels in the male toilets are moderate to good.
  • Comments View
    • The ambulant cubicles only have a single horizontal rail on one side.
    • There is a parent and baby cubicle in both male and female standard toilet facilities.

Additional Info

  • Documents are not available in Braille.
  • Documents can be requested in large print.
  • A bowl of water cannot be provided for an assistance dog.
  • A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
  • This service can be requested.