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Introduction

• For up to date opening times, please use the following linkhttps://libraries.essex.gov.uk/library-locations-and-opening-times/loughton-library/.

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Location

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

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Opening Times

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

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Traps Hill Loughton.
  • The car park is located in front of the venue.
• Comments View
  • There are 5 Blue Badge bays in the car park opposite the entrance.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge bays are 390 cm x 480 cm.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • There are no doors at this entrance.
  • The doors are single width.
  • The door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in) wide.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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Reception

• The desk is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is not available only on request.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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• Comments View
  • There is a self service desk 3 metres from the main entrance with a screen height of between 110 cm and 140 cm.
  • The photographs show the enquiry desk and the self service desk respectively.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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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 available for computer users.
• A large rollerball mouse is / are available.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left as you enter.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is 11m (12yd 1in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 100cm (3ft 7in x 3ft 3in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are not accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are not available.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.

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• Comments View
  • There is a sensory wall in the Children's Library.