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Overview

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• About View
  • Facilities available in the venue include: theatre and cafés.
  • View information on opening times
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue does not have its own car park.
  • There is a drop-off point and a public car park nearby.
  • The name of the nearest car park is Northgate Car Park.
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  • The nearest step-free train station is Chichester.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Traveline (opens new tab).
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  • The drop-off point is located in front of the Festival Theatre building and is accessed from Broyle Road.
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
  • The ground, first and second can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
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  • There is a British Sign Language interpreter on duty.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: Braille, large print, Makaton, different languages, audio and audio commentary.
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.

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Parking

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• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point available.
  • The designated drop-off point is located The drop-off point is located in front of the Festival Theatre building and is accessed from Broyle Road.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a public car park located In front of the Theatre.
  • The name of the car park is Northgate Car Park.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.

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Access To

• The distance from Northgate Car Park is 70m.
• The most accessible route has step-free level access.

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Entrance (Main)

• This entrance is located at the front of the building.
• The approach to the entrance has bollards.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 140cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• Access throughout may include manual doors, automatic doors and doors permanently held open.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of walkways.
• There may be background noise.
• Wayfinding and dementia-friendly signage is provided.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: armchairs and chairs without armrests.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Ticketing (Box Office)

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• Ticket Office View
  • The ticket office surveyed is located directly ahead of the main entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to the ticket office.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the ticket office.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The queue width is at least 150cm and there is no need to turn.
  • There is not a separate wheelchair accessible queue lane.
  • Seating available includes: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available includes: tables.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The height of the counter is 90cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has a television which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.

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Counter (Shop)

• The counter is located to the left of the main entrance.
• The distance from main entrance is 25m.
• There is step-free level access to the counter.
• The height of the counter is 89cm.
• 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.
• There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
• There is background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There is a similar shop counter to the right of the venue entrance.

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Eating and Drinking (Bar)

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• Location and Service View
  • The bar is directly ahead as you enter the venue.
  • This area has a bar where drinks can be ordered.
  • Full table service is not available.
  • Menus are displayed on the counter.
  • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Order and Payment View
  • The bar was surveyed.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 98cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has mirrors 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 walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and armchairs.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Eating and Drinking (Foyer Cafe)

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• Location and Service View
  • The Foyer Café is to the right of the main entrance.
  • 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 not available.
  • Menus are wall-mounted.
  • 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, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Order and Payment View
  • The payment counter was surveyed.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 109cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section is 86cm.
  • The counter has mirrors which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
• Seating Area View
  • The seating area is covered.
  • 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 is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and high stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • Some tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There may be background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Eating and Drinking (Café on the Park)

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• Location and Service View
  • Café on the Park is located to the left of the main entrance.
  • 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 not available.
  • Menus are wall-mounted.
  • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
  • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Order and Payment View
  • The payment counter was surveyed.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 109cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section is 85cm.
  • The counter has windows, mirrors and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
• Seating Area View
  • The seating area is uncovered.
  • 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.
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: picnic tables.
  • Some tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There may be background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located either side of the main entrance.
• The ground and first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 15 steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are not easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 15cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located to the right of the main entrance.
• The distance from main entrance is 35m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The ground, first and second floors are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a low visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 90cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 137cm (width) x 220cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have Braille markings, tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a hearing assistance alarm system and a visual floor indicator.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
• There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.
• There are two identical lifts to the far left and right of the main entrance.
  Lifts are staff operated.

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Designated Seating

• The designated seating area surveyed is located in Row L (Front and Side Stalls) or Row W (Rear Stalls and Balcony).
• The distance from lift is 15m.
• The most accessible route to the designated seating has manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• There is step-free level access via lift to the designated seating.
• There are double manual doors with a low visual contrast.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 140cm.
• The designated seating area is not clearly marked or signed.
• The number of spaces for wheelchair users varies (dependent on match/event).
• The number of spaces for wheelchair users varies.
• The view from this seating area is clear from obstructions.
• Companions sit next to you.
• There is a member of staff available for assistance.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
• The seating is fixed.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
• There is an accessible toilet close to the seating area (within approximately 50m).
• There are limited step seats in Rows J-L, P-M and U-W.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

• There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
• Toilets with adaptations are located either end of the foyer on the ground floor and by the lift on the second floor.
• The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
• Ambulant toilet facilities are located either end of the foyer on the ground floor.
• The male and female toilet facilities are located either end of the foyer on the ground floor.
• Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the toilets with adaptations and the standard female toilets on the ground floor.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located in the theatre foyer on the left.
  • The distance from main entrance is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • 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 172cm (width) x 228cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
  • There is a spatula flush on the non-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 low 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 91cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm 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 high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 101cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 97cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 112cm from the floor.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 76cm.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located in the theatre foyer on the right.
  • The distance from main entrance is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • 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 170cm (width) x 227cm (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 to the wall).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rails have 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 low 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 91cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm 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 high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 97cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 110cm and 165cm from the floor.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 73cm.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located to the left of the Auditorium, adjacent to row L.
  • The distance from lift is 15m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has a lift and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • 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 163cm (width) x 220cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 93cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
  • 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 low 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 90cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 72cm 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 high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 101cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 101cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 105cm and 160cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Standard Toilet Facilities

• The male standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
• The toilets are located on the left and right at the far ends of the theatre foyer.
• The distance from main entrance is 35m.
• The most accessible route has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is step-free level access into the toilets.
• There is Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the door.
• The door requires effort to open.
• Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
• There are ambulant toilet facilities available.
• The ambulant cubicle has horizontal grab rails on both sides.
• There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a wall mounted towel dispenser available.
• The wash basin has a push tap.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.