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Overview

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• About View
  • Rothes Halls is a venue in Glenrothes. It offers entertainment, events and community activities all year round.
  • Facilities available in the venue include: a library; a café; standard, accessible and Changing Places toilets; a parent and baby room; meeting rooms; event spaces and a theatre auditorium.
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• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue does not have its own car park.
  • There is a public car park nearby.
  • The nearest parking is located at ground level, features automatic double doors and has step-free access on Marchmont Gate.
  • View information on Kingdom Centre Car Park (opens new tab) .
  • The nearest bus station is Glenrothes.
  • The nearest train station is Markinch.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
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• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • The Marchmont Gate night entrance is on ground level with no steps and is open from 9am until the building closes.
  • This entrance has direct car park access on Marchmont Gate.
  • The Kingdom Centre internal entrance is open from 9am till 5pm.
  • This entrance is via the shopping centre and has ramped access.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the Kingdom Centre (internal) entrance.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the tiered seating in the auditorium.
  • Access throughout may include doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
  • The ground floor and first floor can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
  • There is a designated safe space which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • The designated safe space is located by the team on the day in one of the meeting rooms or library spaces.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: Braille (on request), large print (on request) and audio (on request).
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.
  • Staff receive the following training: Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Training.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located in the male and female facilities on the ground floor.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • The male and female step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • The Changing Places toilet facilities are located in the corridor behind the ticket counter.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the corridor just to the left of the ticket counter in a dedicated parent and baby room/feeding room.
  • The male toilet facilities have a similar layout to the female facilities.
  • The male toilet has a lowered urinal and a toilet with adaptations.

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Marchmont Gate Night Entrance

• This entrance is located on the ground floor directly adjacent to the multi-storey car park on Marchmont Gate.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 146cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a medium visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The second set of doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 146cm.
• The second set of doors have a medium visual contrast.
• The minimum width between the fixed barriers is 170cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Kingdom Centre Internal Entrance

• This entrance is located internally, in the Marchmont area of the shopping mall.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a slight gradient.
• The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
• The ramp bypasses the steps.
• There are 5 steps with a central handrail.
• The handrail is easy to grip.
• The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The step is clearly marked.
• The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 14cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 165cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a medium visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.
• There is an alternative set of double, manual doors on the right side of the venue.

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Library Entrance

• This entrance is located to the left after entering.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is an entry system at a height of 108cm.
• There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
• The door is permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 91cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 72cm.

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Library

• There is step-free level access throughout the library.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
• Some flooring is patterned.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the library includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the library includes: tables and desks.
• The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• The library is divided into 3 main areas, with seating and computers available.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This library is able to provide material in the following formats: large print, ebook and audio.
• Auxiliary aids available in this library include: ergonomic chairs and headsets.
• Accessible software available for the computers includes: JAWS.

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Ticket Office Counter

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• Ticket Counter View
  • The ticket counter surveyed is located behind the staircase to the rear of the box office space.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 112cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
  • The counter has a television and patterned/distracting backgrounds.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is sometimes seating in this area, but the layout may change depending on the event.

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Café

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• Location and Access View
  • The café is located to the right side after entering.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
• Service View
  • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered and colleagues who can provide assistance with ordering.
  • Full table service is available on request only.
  • Menus are wall-mounted, available on a board and displayed on the counter.
  • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
  • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Order and Payment View
  • The service counter was surveyed.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 89cm.
  • The height of the tray rail is 80cm.
• Seating Area View
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There may be background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Auditorium

• The room is located on the ground floor, to the left of the ticket counter.
• The distance from the entrance is 20m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There are double manual doors with a medium visual contrast.
• One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 79cm.
• There is a second set of doors after entering.
• All doors are held open at the beginning and end of performances.
• The following areas have stepped access: the upper tier seating.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• The seating is fixed.
• There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Announcements are audible.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Studio - Hall B

• The room is located to right hand side of the ticket counter, to the rear of the cafe.
• The distance from the entrance is 20m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• There is no signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There are double manual doors with a low visual contrast.
• The door has a locked extension leaf.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 78cm.
• There is a second set of doors after entering.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system could not be tested at the time of the survey.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• The layout of this space may change depending on the event.

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Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room

• The room surveyed is located in the corridor behind the ticket counter.
• The distance from the entrance is 20m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
• The door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
• The width of the door opening is 91cm.
• Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
• The height of the baby change facility when in use is 79cm.
• There is a wash basin, a paper towel dispenser, a mirror and a coat hook in the room.
• The wash basin has a lever tap.
• The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
• Seating available in the room includes: armchairs.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Female Facilities - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located within the main female facilities, in the corridor behind the ticket counter.
  • The distance from the entrance is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 92cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 147cm (width) x 202cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 101cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 40cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 109cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser is 94cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 97cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 169cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The male toilet facilities are similar in layout and also have a toilet with adaptations.

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Changing Places

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• Location and Access View
  • The Changing Places facility surveyed is located in the corridor behind the ticket counter.
  • The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
  • The distance from the entrance is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has step-free level access, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • Visitors who need to use this facility will need to get a digital access fob from the ticket counter. This fob opens the automatic door and is activated on the outer wall.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 93cm.
  • The door has a push pad lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 462cm (width) x 324cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
• Toilet Details View
  • There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 338cm.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 117cm.
  • There is a spatula flush on the right transfer side.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The changing bench is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the changing bench is 189cm.
  • The facility hoist is mobile and accesses all areas.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a detachable shower head.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
• Other Facilities View
  • There is a fixed height wash basin.
  • The wash basin is 78cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 89cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 88cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 97cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The facility has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 100cm and 137cm from the floor.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The push pad to exit is at a height of 99cm.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located opposite the stairs.
• The distance from the entrance is 4m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The ground floor and first floor are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a medium visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 80cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 154cm (width) x 125cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located ahead after entering.
• The ground and first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 16cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Auditorium Balcony

• This is area is located on the first floor, overlooking the auditorium.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into this area.
• There are double manual doors with a low visual contrast.
• One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 78cm.
• There is a second set of doors after entering.
• Doors are held open at the beginning and end of performances.
• Facilities available in this area include: accessible and standard seating.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
• The following areas have stepped access: the front row.
• Access throughout the area may include manual doors.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The flooring is patterned.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Some seating is fixed.
• There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• Visitors with access needs would need to use an eVac chair in case of emergencies.

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Balcony Area

• This is area is located on the first floor, overlooking the shopping centre.
• There is no signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access via lift into this area.
• There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
• The door is permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 91cm.
• There is access to this area via the lift or stairs.
• There is step-free level access throughout the area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
• The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Meeting Room 10

• The room is located on the first floor.
• The distance from the lift is 15m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, a lift and doors permanently held open.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a medium visual contrast.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 91cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is patterned.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles and a wash basin.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• There is a bar in this room for some events.
• The bar has a height of 112cm.
• The layout of this room may change depending on the event.
• There are several other meeting rooms at the venue with different sizes and layouts.