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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; a sports hall, a fitness suite, and a functional fitness room.
  • Services / Facilities within the grounds include; multi use pitches.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located within the standard female changing rooms.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located within the standard male changing rooms.
  • Accessible changing facilities are located on the ground floor, along the right hand corridor.
  • Standard changing facilities are located on the ground floor, along the right and left hand corridors.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Durham University Queen's Campus is located in the centre of Stockton-on-Tees, on the south side of the River Tees. The campus can be accessed from the A19 and A66.
  • On site parking for permit holders is available at the centre of the campus, outside the Ebsworth Building.
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • The nearest bus stop is Endeavour Court on Princeton Drive. The bus stop is served by the X10 X-lines bus.
  • For more information on Go North East please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Thornaby.
  • Thornaby station is 0.5 miles from the campus, and provides links to Darlington, Whitby, Manchester Airport, Redcar Central, Metrocentre, and Bishop Auckland.
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  • For more information on Transpenine Express please click here (opens new tab).

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Useful Information

• Disability Support is located on the ground floor in the Palatine Centre, and provides information, advice and guidance to prospective and current students who disclose a disability as well as students who think they may have a disability.
  The service is part of the Student Support and Wellbeing Directorate.
• To see more information on Disability Support please click here (opens new tab).
• To see more information on Student Support and Wellbeing please click here (opens new tab).
• To see more information on Applying To Durham please click here (opens new tab).
• To see more information on College Accommodation and Facilities please click here (opens new tab).
• To see more information on Accommodation and Allocations Office please click here (opens new tab).

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located at the right hand side of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 5 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 220cm x 470cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 121cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 11m (12yd 1in) from the entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does not have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is tarmac and block paving.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Queen's Campus Car Park.
  • The car park is located in front of the Ebsworth Building, opposite the Sports Centre.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Queen's Campus Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located in front of Ebsworth Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac and block paving.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • There is/are 13 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 230cm x 468cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The marked zone is 100cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 13m (14yd 8in) from the Ebsworth Building.
  • The Blue Badge bays are located in 2 areas of the car park. There are 4 bays at the front left of the car park. The additional 9 bays are located at the front right of Ebsworth Building. There is an electric charging point within the Blue Badge bays at the front right of Ebsworth Building (shown in photographs 10 and 11). The height to the tap and pay point is 129cm. The height to the charger socket is 112cm.

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Approach (Main Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles and block paving.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • There is a/are fixed bollard(s) on the approach.
  • The minimum width between the bollards/wall is 144cm.
  • The bollard(s) has/have a high colour contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient and has no handrails.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) on the approach.
  • There is/are 3 unmarked step(s), with handrails 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor and reception foyer.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 100cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 152cm.

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Approach (Pitches Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.

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Outside Access (Pitch Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear left of the building, opposite the pitches.
  • This entrance gives access to the sport centre from the pitches.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 91cm.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located ahead on left as you enter via the main entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 104cm .
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 73cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
• Security Barriers View
  • There are security barriers at the reception.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 160cm.
  • There are security barriers to access both corridors. The barriers are operated by a member of staff.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is tiles.
  • There is flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does play background music in communal areas.
  • Music is played in the fitness suite.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Gym (Functional Fitness Room)

• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the gym.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• The door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The gym is not staffed.
• There is not an emergency alarm in the gym.
• Staff receive training in assisting disabled people.
• There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
• There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; free weights.
• Background music is not played.
• The flooring in the gym consists of vinyl.
• There is flooring with a shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Gym (Main Gym)

• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the gym.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you.
• The width of the door opening is 93cm.
• The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
• The door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The gym is not staffed.
• There is not an emergency alarm in the gym.
• Staff receive training in assisting disabled people.
• There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
• There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; arm cycles, free weights and cable resistance machines.
• In this area there are bench seats available.
• Background music is played.
• The flooring in the gym consists of carpet and vinyl.
• There is some flooring with a shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 1m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Lift

• The lift is for staff use only.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
• The lift was out of use at the time of the survey.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and 1.
• The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.

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Accessible Changing Room (Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible changing room is located on the ground floor, along the right hand corridor as you enter via the main entrance.
  • This accessible changing room is approximately 10m from the main entrance.
  • The accessible changing room is approximately 3m from the Sports Hall A.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible changing room.
  • A key is not required for the accessible changing room.
  • There is Braille and pictorial signage on or near the accessible changing room door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible changing room opening is 87cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Changing Facilities View
  • The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 220cm x 323cm.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the accessible changing room include; a dropdown rail, a toilet, a wheel in shower, a wash basin and handrails.
  • This is a shared changing room.
  • The type of flooring in the changing room is tiles.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the accessible changing room.
  • There is no seating available within the changing room.
  • There are no lockers within the changing room.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Toilet Features View
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 153cm (5ft).
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder is on the dropdown rail.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 106cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is good.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is height adjustable.
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is good.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
• Comments View
  • The wash basin is height adjustable.

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Accessible Changing Room (Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible changing room is located on the ground floor, along the right hand corridor of the building as you enter via the main entrance.
  • This accessible changing room is approximately 30m from the main entrance.
  • The accessible changing room is approximately 5m from the Sports Hall A.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible changing room.
  • A key is not required for the accessible changing room.
  • There is Braille and pictorial signage on or near the accessible changing room door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible changing room opening is 87cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Changing Facilities View
  • The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 220cm x 323cm.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the accessible changing room include; a wash basin, handrails, a dropdown rail, a toilet and a wheel in shower.
  • This is a shared changing room.
  • The type of flooring in the changing room is tiles.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the accessible changing room.
  • There is no seating available within the changing room.
  • There are no lockers within the changing room.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Toilet Features View
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 153cm (5ft).
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder is on the dropdown rail.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 106cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is good.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is height adjustable.
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is good.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
• Comments View
  • The wash basin is height adjustable.

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Changing Area

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located on the ground floor, at the front left of the building as you enter via the main entrance, next to the main gym.
  • The changing area is approximately 10m from the main entrance.
  • The changing area is approximately 8m from reception.
  • The changing area is approximately 1m from the main gym.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard showers and standard toilets.
  • This is a female changing area.
  • Similar male changing area(s) are available.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are lockers within the changing area.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are sensor.
  • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are not available.