Access Guide
Overview
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About
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- Watatunga Wildlife Reserve is set in 170 acres of woodland, grassland and lakes, and offers the opportunity for visitors to experience safari tours.
- Facilities available in the venue include: self-catering accommodation, expert led tours, corporate and educational event facilities.
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park.
- The nearest train station is Watlington.
- For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
- All guests will be greeted by staff and a safety briefing is given before the tours.
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free access via ramp at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout.
- The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: reception building, wheelchair accessible trailer and safari trailer tour.
- The following areas have stepped access: four and six-seater buggy tours.
- Access throughout may include uneven surfaces.
- The following facilities are available: a seat/chair.
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- The venue can provide large print documents.
- Staff receive the following training: Dementia Training, First Aid and Safeguarding Training.
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Toilet and Changing Facilities
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- There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
- The toilet with adaptations is located in the Changes Places facility inside the reception building.
- The male and female toilet facilities are located in a separate facility next to the reception building.
- The Changing Places toilet facilities are located inside the main reception building.
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Parking
- The car park is located around the reception building and accessible parking is reserved close to the access ramp.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are signposted but have no markings.
- There are no hatched/marked zones.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a ramp or slope.
- Parking is free for all users.
Entrance
- This entrance is located at the front of the reception building.
- There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
- The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
- The ramp bypasses the step.
- There are 5 steps which are clearly marked, with handrails on both sides.
- There is a single manual door at this entrance.
- The door opens towards you.
- The width of the opening is 97cm.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
- There is a rear door from the reception building with an opening of 167cm, and a rear ramp that used to access the tours with a gate that is 135cm wide.
Reception (with Coffee Bar)
- The reception is located inside the main reception building.
- The journey time to this reception from the car park is approximately 1 minute.
- The most accessible route to reception has manual doors.
- There is step-free level access to reception.
- The height of the reception desk is 92cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the desk.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
- Seating available in this area includes: benches.
- Drinks, produce and gifts are available at the reception and coffee bar.
Area (Reception Stretch Tent)
- The main stretch tent is next to the reception building.
- There is step-free level access into this area.
- Services available in this area include: events and functions.
- There is step-free level access throughout the area.
- 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 with armrests and chairs without armrests.
- Furniture available in this area includes: picnic tables.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
Changing Places (Left Hand Transfer)
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Location and Access
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- The Changing Places facility surveyed is located in the main reception building.
- The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The width of the door opening is 80cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
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Toilet Details
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- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 171cm.
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
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Changing Bench and Hoist Details
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- The changing bench is free standing at a fixed height.
- The length of the changing bench is 183cm.
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Shower Details
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- The shower has an adjustable shower head which can be detached and dropdown rails.
- The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
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Other Facilities
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- There is a fixed height wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a wall mounted towel dispenser available.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- The facility has a waste bin and a pedal bin.
- Additional features include: a full length mirror.
Eating and Drinking (Watatunga BBQ Hut and Stretch Tent)
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Location and Service
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- Accessible by vehicle only, this venue is used for outside catered events.
- The most accessible route has uneven surfaces.
- This area has colleagues who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Seating Area
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- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
- The following areas have stepped access: Watatunga BBQ Hut.
- There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- Seating available in this area includes: benches and chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
- The threshold into the Watatunga BBQ Hut is 27cm high with a double door opening width of 100cm.
There is no door into the tent area and it has step free level access.
Wheelchair Accessible Trailer
- Each buggy tour at Watatunga is led by an expert who drives a separate electric vehicle and communicates via a radio system.
The Wheelchair Accessible Trailer seats one wheelchair and two additional guests.
The trailer is towed behind the guide's buggy.
A ramp at the back of the trailer allows for easy access and the wheelchair is secured to purpose-built anchor points.
The ramp has a width of 73cm.
Additional seating for two is in front of the wheelchair space.
The trailer has clear sides at the back and is open at the front.
The view from this seating area is clear from obstructions.
Guests should bring appropriate weather protection
There is a member of staff available for assistance.
Safari Trailer Tour
- The Safari Trailer is towed by an expert on an electric buggy.
The trailer has roll-up sides and the view is clear from obstructions.
The Safari Trailer has stepped access and wheelchair access on request.
There is a member of staff available for assistance.
Four and Six-Seater Guided Buggy Tour
- Each buggy tour at Watatunga is led by an expert who drives a separate electric vehicle and communicates via a radio system.
The buggies have no sides - guests should bring appropriate weather protection.
Buggy drivers must present a valid driving license on arrival.
The view from the buggies is clear from obstructions.
There is stepped access onto the buggies of 30cm-36cm for the four-seaters and 43cm-48cm for the six-seaters.
There is a member of staff available for assistance.