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Black Country Living Museum - Colliery and Drift Mines

Tipton Road, Dudley, DY1 4SQ

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Exhibition Space (The Colliery, Drift Mines and Tilted Cottage)

  • This area is outdoors.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the whole area.
  • Access throughout may include uneven surfaces.
  • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Furniture available in this area includes: picnic 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.
  • The tour is self-guided but volunteers/staff are available to provide additional information.
  • The following areas of the tour have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the whole area.
  • Access throughout the tour may include uneven surfaces.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided throughout the tour.

Seating Area (Picnic Area)

  • Location and Access View
    • The picnic area is located next to the colliery.
    • The most accessible route has slight ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
    • There is step-free access via slope into this area.
    • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is uncovered.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the approach around the picnic area.
    • There is some 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: benches.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: picnic 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.