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Hockley Library

Southend Road, Hockley, Essex, SS5 4PZ

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Introduction

Location

  • The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
  • This venue is situated in Hockley.
  • The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
  • There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
  • The nearest mainline station is Hockley.

Parking

  • The venue does not have its own car park.

Opening Times

  • Monday Closed.
  • Tuesday 09:00 - 17:30.
  • Wednesday Closed.
  • Thursday 09:00 - 17:30.
  • Friday 09:00 - 19:00.
  • Saturday 09:00 - 17:00.
  • Sunday Closed.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is not level access into the venue.
  • The main doors open automatically.
  • The doors are double width.
  • The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.

Level Change (Main Entrance)

  • There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
  • The ramp or slope is located on the paved surface in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp or slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.

Reception

  • The reception desk is 17m (19yd) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to reception from the entrance.
  • The reception desk is medium height.
  • The desk has a lowered section.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • Staff are trained to use system.

Inside Access

  • There is level access to the service.
  • Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

Library

  • This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
  • This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
  • This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
  • There is an ordering service.
  • The library does have computers with accessible software.
  • Accessible software includes Zoomtext.
  • Auxiliary aids are not available for computer users.

Toilet with Adaptations

  • Accessible toilet facilities are not available.
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    • The nearest public accessible and standard toilets are located in a toilet block next to the library.
    • A radar key is required for the accessible toilet.

Standard Toilet(s)

Additional Info

  • Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.