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Bentham Golf Course

Robin Lane, Bentham, Lancaster, North Yorkshire, LA2 7AG

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Overview

  • About View
    • Bentham Golf Course is a picturesque, family-run 18 hole course in the Yorkshire Dales. The backdrop is the 3 Peaks, Forest of Bowland and Lake District hills.
    • Services available in the venue include: Restaurant and bar, golf shop and studio, driving range and golf tuition.
    • View information on opening times
  • Parking and Public Transport View
    • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
    • The nearest train station is Bentham.
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free access via ramp at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the driving range and golf course.
    • Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • There is seating available.
    • There is no hearing assistance system.
    • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair and mobility scooter charging facilities.
    • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
    • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
    • Additional facilities/services include: phone charging points and Wi-Fi.
    • Staff receive the following training: First Aid Training.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
    • The toilet with adaptations is located just inside the ramped, front entrance.
    • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
    • The shared toilet facilities are located just inside the ramped, front entrance..
    • The male and female toilet facilities are located past the shop and bar area in the clubhouse.
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • Standard changing facilities are located in the ladies and gents locker rooms.
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located inside the toilet with adaptations just inside the ramped, front entrance.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located in the ladies and gents locker rooms.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located off the main road, next to the venue.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac and loose chippings.
    • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays have faded markings.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 480cm (depth).
    • The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
    • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
    • The nearest designated bay is 30m from the main, ramped entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes.
    • There is no dropped kerb from the designated Blue Badge parking.
    • Visitors of the driving range facilities can use the lower level car park; this is where the EV charger is located and consists of loose gravel.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for staff and visitors only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There is 1 electric vehicle charging point.
    • The controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The charging points require an app.
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (1922 Bar and Kitchen)

  • This entrance is located on the lower level leading from the main car park.
  • The approach to the entrance has bollards.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the left going down.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • There are 11 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps have tactile markings at the top and bottom.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors.
  • The door has an open extension leaf.
  • The second set of doors open towards you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 140cm.
  • The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.
  • There is an alternative entrance that offers step-free, ramped access to the changing rooms at the side of the clubhouse building.

Eating and Drinking (1922 Bar and Kitchen)

  • Location and Service View
    • This is the main refreshment service and access point for the other services.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus are handheld, wall-mounted and available on a board.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The payment counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located to the right after entering.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 110cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • The flooring consists of deep pile carpet which is patterned.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and high stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located just inside the ramped, front entrance.
    • The distance from the ramped, front entrance is 3m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 78cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 154cm (width) x 212cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 100cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 71cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 123cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 95cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 90cm.
    • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Seating Area (Outdoor Terrace)

  • The seating area is located outside the 1922 Bar and Kitchen.
  • The seating area is uncovered.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and high stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, picnic tables, coffee tables and high tables.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event .
  • There is a manual, sliding door to access this area from the 1922 Bar and Kitchen. The door has an opening width of 94cm.

Shop

  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • Access throughout may include narrow aisles (less than 120cm).
    • The majority of product aisle widths are under 120cm.
    • The flooring consists of deep pile carpet which is patterned.
    • The visual contrast between the shelving and floor varies between low and high.
    • There may be background noise.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Payment View
    • The checkout area is located to the rear of the shop.
    • There is step-free level access to the checkout area.
    • The venue has a payment counter.
    • The designated accessible till point has a portable payment machine.
    • The height of the payment counter is 112cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Changing Room (Gents Locker Room)

  • The changing room surveyed is located past the bar and shop.
  • The distance from the main, ramped entrance is 25m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing room has steep ramps or slopes and steps.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • Facilities in the changing room include: a changing table/bench, a locker, a wash basin, a wheel-in shower, a chair/stool and a toilet.
  • The wash basin has a twist turn mixer tap.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • Additional features include: a full length mirror, a mirror, coat hooks, a shelf and a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The changing room has a waste bin.
  • There is a fixed height shower head.
  • The shower controls are push.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Visitors can access these facilities avoiding the internal steps by entering through a side access door. There is a steep slope before this entrance. There is a single, manual door with an opening width of 79cm.

Standard Changing Room (Ladies Locker Room)

  • The changing room surveyed is located past the bar and shop.
  • The distance from the main, ramped entrance is 21m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing room has steps and steep ramps or slopes.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • Facilities in the changing room include: a locker, a wash basin, a changing table/bench, a wheel-in shower, a chair/stool and a toilet.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • Additional features include: a full length mirror, a mirror, coat hooks, a shelf and a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The changing room has a waste bin.
  • There is a fixed height shower head.
  • The shower controls are push.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Visitors can access these facilities avoiding the internal steps by entering through a side access door. There is a steep slope before this entrance. There is a single, manual door with an opening width of 79cm.

Access To (Driving Range)

  • The Driving Range is set apart from the other facilities and can be accessed on foot via a steep slope or by car. There is extra car parking at the facility and an EV charging point.
  • The distance from the clubhouse facilities is 180m.
  • The most accessible route has steep ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.
  • There is stepped access into the driving range.
  • There is 1 step with no handrails.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 5cm.
  • There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • The door has a low visual contrast.

Outdoor Spaces (18-Hole Golf Course)

  • Outdoor areas consist of loose chippings, grass, gravel, uncompacted earth and sand.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.
  • Holes 1-6 have water hazards with footpaths to the left of the holes and slopes and obstacles in places.
    Holes 7-12. The 7th and 9th holes are uphill. There are paths to the right and left of these holes and slopes and obstacles in places.
    Holes 13–18. The 14th is on an elevated green sloping upwards. The 17th hole is accessed uphill. There are paths to the right left, and across these holes, and slopes and obstacles in places.