Access Guide
Introduction
- Services / facilities within the building include a public Library.
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Comments
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- For up to date opening times, please use the following link Library Opening Times.
Location
- The venue is situated within the centre of the village.
- This venue is situated in Writtle.
- 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 Chelmsford.
Opening Times
- Monday 09:00 - 17:30.
- Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
- Wednesday 09:00 - 13:00.
- Thursday 14:00 - 17:30.
- Friday 09:00 - 17:30.
- Saturday 09:00 - 13:00.
- Sunday Closed.
Parking
- The venue does not have its own car park.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
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On Street Blue Badge Parking
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- On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
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On Street Standard Parking
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- Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
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Comments
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- Free unmarked parking is available directly outside the building, on a first come first serve basis.
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 door(s) open automatically.
- The doors are single width.
- The door opening is 82cm (2ft 8in) wide.
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Second set of doors
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- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open automatically.
- The doors are single width.
- The door opening is 120cm (3ft 11in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
- There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
- The ramp or slope is located between the two sets of doors.
- The ramp or slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
- The ramp does not have handrails.
Reception (Library)
- The desk is 13m (14yd 8in) from the main entrance.
- There is level access to reception from the entrance.
- The reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- The desk does not have 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 fixed loop.
- Staff are trained to use the system.
Counter
- The counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- There is level access to the counter from the entrance.
- There is not a bell to attract attention.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is a lowered section.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a portable loop.
- Staff are trained to use the system.
- Lighting levels are medium.
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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Comments
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- The Post Office is located within the library, to the left as you enter.
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.
Toilet with Adaptations
- There are not accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Standard Toilet(s)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilets are not available.
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Baby Change Facilities
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- Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.
Additional Info
- Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
- A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.