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Whinney Hill Farm

Aughton Road, Halton, Lancaster , Lancashire, LA2 6PQ

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Overview

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the right hand side of the main office.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of loose chippings and unsurfaced areas.
    • There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located adjacent to the car park, opposite the main office.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There are double manual gates at this entrance, however one gate is locked or bolted.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked gate can be opened on request.
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The gate is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 148cm.
  • The gate has a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope as you enter.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • All visitors will be met at the entrance gate before any tours or events.

Standard Toilet Facilities (British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre)

  • The shared standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
  • The toilets are located on the right side after the entrance gate.
  • The distance from the entrance gate to the toilets is 10m.
  • The most accessible route has uneven surfaces, steep ramps or slopes and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the toilets.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 78cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
  • There is a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
  • The wash basin has a twist turn mixer tap.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Wheelchair users can request the outer door to be locked as the individual cubicle doors open inwards preventing them from being closed.

Area (The Carrie Humble Rehabilitation Barn)

  • The Carrie Humble Rehabilitation Barn is located beyond the toilet facilities.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free access via slope into this area.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.
  • There is a single manual door with a medium visual contrast.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 174cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the area.
  • Access throughout the area may include uneven surfaces and doors permanently held open.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Area (Retraining Barn A)

  • Retraining Barn A is located opposite the main office and straight ahead.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There is a single manual door with a medium visual contrast.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 200cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the area.
  • Access throughout the area may include uneven surfaces and doors permanently held open.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Area (Retraining Barn B)

  • Retraining Barn B is located opposite the main office, straight ahead past Barn A.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There is a single manual door with a medium visual contrast.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 280cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the area.
  • Access throughout the area may include uneven surfaces and doors permanently held open.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Area (Indoor Arena - Viewing Gallery)

  • The indoor arena is via the barns and towards the rear of the facility.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free access via slope into this area.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the left going up.
  • The handrail is easy to grip.
  • There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 116cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the upper seats of the viewing gallery.
  • Access throughout the area may include uneven surfaces.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • The seating is fixed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Outdoor Spaces (Whinney Hill Loop)

  • The following is available in this area: woodland, farmland and open countryside.
  • Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac, loose chippings, grass, gravel and uncompacted earth.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • There are not any seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have gates, uneven surfaces and narrow gaps.

Standard Accommodation (Serenity Glamping Tent - King Size Bed)

  • Accommodation Access View
    • The Serenity Glamping Tent is located in the main camping area, 50 metres from the access gate.
    • There is step-free level access into the Glamping Tent.
    • The entrance for the tent is secured by a zip and loops and toggles.
    • The width of the opening is 190cm.
  • Accommodation Features View
    • The room has a double bed.
    • The top of the mattress is 50cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 30cm from the floor.
    • The following features/facilities are available: a sofa bed and a dining table.
    • Seating available includes: a chair without armrests and a sofa.
    • Some flooring is patterned.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Camping and Caravanning (Camp Site)

  • There are 6 pitches available.
  • There is step-free access via slope into the pitch area.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There is a single manual gate.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 370cm.
  • The gate has a sliding bolt lock.
  • Pitch areas consist of grass and uncompacted earth.
  • There are no footpaths.
  • Parking areas are allocated to each pitch area.
  • The access road around the site does not have designated crossing points.
  • Amenities and Facilities View
    • The following facilities are available: a toilet block, a shower block, service dog friendly facilities, dish washing facilities and recycling facilities.
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the washing up and utility trailer.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the toilet and shower cabins.
    • The sink is 86cm from the floor.
    • A lowered sink is not available.
    • The sink has a lever tap.
    • There are two composting toilets, each with a step to access that is 18cm high.
      There are two shower cubicles, each with a step to access that is 18cm high.
      There is a washing up/utility trailer that has a steep, ramped access.