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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the grounds include hand washing stations, toilet blocks with baby change units, a changing place unit located to the right of the manager's office, various children's activities and play areas, a festival field, a restaurant and several ice cream kiosks located throughout the park, animal interactivity areas.

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Opening Times

• The venue has seasonal opening times.

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• Comments View
  • Please contact the farm for seasonal and additional event opening times.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is South Woodham Ferrers.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located at the front of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • There is/are 10+ Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 75m (82yd 1in) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are loose chippings.
  • The car park surface is loose chippings.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The Blue Badge bays are sign-posted but not marked out due to the car park surface.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - Ticket Office)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There are no doors at this entrance.
  • The width of the door opening is 110cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located leading to the ticket office.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Outside Access (Farm Gift Shop)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located within the park.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 75cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 145cm (4ft 9in).

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Inside Access (Farm Gift Shop)

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Outside Access (Farm Gift Shop Exit)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the farm gift shop.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 140cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Comments View
  • This exit leads from the farm gift shop to the car park.

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Parks and Gardens (Farm Play Area)

• The park or garden does have footpaths.
• The path(s) has a / have compact earth, tarmac, gravel and muddy surface(s).
• The majority of the path(s) is / are wide enough for wheelchair users.
• There are slight slopes on the paths.
• There are bench seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

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Crazy Golf

• There is a small step at each entrance to crazy golf. The step is at a depth of 6cm.
  
• The clubs and golf balls can be collected as you walk to hole 1.
  
• The pathways around the course are block paving, tarmac or grass.
  
• At each hole you have to step over the wooden frame, which varies in depth from 10 - 20cm.

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Activities and Play Areas

• There are various play areas for children of all ages. The ground surface within the play areas varies from sand, tarmac, grass or wood chippings.

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Outside Access (Play Barn and Restaurant)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located leading up to the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Play Barn

• The play area is located beyond the entrance to the right. The area has several slides, ball pens, cargo nets and soft play areas.
  
• The play area has several uneven sections and level changes.
  
• There is a toddlers' soft play area with access via a gate that opens away from you and to a width of 90cm.

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Level Change (Ramps within Play Barn and Restaurant)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located after the entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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Eating and Drinking (Play Barn Restaurant)

• The following information is for the restaurant.
• The restaurant is located within the Play Barn.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the entrance.
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are hand held and wall.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Play Barn and Restaurant)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located to the left as you enter the Play Barn.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the shared toilets are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the shared toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the baby change facility.

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Manager's Office

• The manager's office is located just beyond the crazy golf area on the left as you face the rear of the park.
  
• All staff members wear purple tops, should assistance be required.
  
• The manager's office is also the first aid point.

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Changing Places (Next to Manager's Office)

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located to the right of the manager's office.
  • The facility is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the manager's office.
  • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • The facility is located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the facility.
  • The facility surveyed is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is a low visual contrast between the external door and wall .
  • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 450cm x 380cm.
  • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
  • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 250cm (8ft 2in).
  • Dropdown rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall .
  • There is a high visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 50cm (1ft 8in).
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the toilet seat and pan.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
• Shower Details View
  • There is not a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
• Other Facilities View
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • The wash basin tap type is twist/turn.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 110cm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a/are general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is a coat hook.
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 95cm and 120cm from the floor.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Level Change (Standard Toilets - Next to Manager's Office)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in the doorway.
• There is/are 1 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Next to Manager's Office)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the far right of the manager's office.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the manager's office.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the standard male and female toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 85cm (2ft 9in).

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Parent and Baby Room (Next to Female Toilets)

• There is a parent and baby room for public use.
• The parent and baby room is located next to the female toilets near the manager's room.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 20m from the manager's room.
• There is step-free access to the parent and baby room.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the room.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
• The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the baby change table once extended is 96cm (3ft 2in).
• There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
• There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
• The height of the wash basin is 92cm.
• The wash basin tap type is lever.
• There is a/are chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
• There is not a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Level Change (Accessible Toilet Car Park)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Accessed Via Car Park - Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and no signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the car park.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left as you approach the ticket office.
  • There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 140cm x 250cm (4ft 7in x 8ft 2in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are non-infectious waste and general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 74cm (2ft 5in).

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Outside Access (REMOVE)

• This information is for the entrance located within the parks.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
• The door(s) is / are light.
• The width of the door opening is 75cm (2ft 6in).

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Level Change (Standard Toilets - Ticket Office)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the female and male toilet entrances.
• There is/are 2 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are shallow (2cm - 10cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Toilet Block - Ticket Office)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located beyond the ticket office to the left.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.