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Overview

  • About View
    • Facilities available in the venue include: cycling studio, gym, soft play, sports hall, squash courts, studios and swimming pools.
    • View information on opening times
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: squash courts and Adventureland soft play.
    • The following areas have stepped access: squash courts and Adventureland soft play.
    • Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
    • The lower ground, ground and first floors 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.
    • Documents are available in the following formats: large print.
    • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
    • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the rear of the venue.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • The height of the restriction barrier is 206cm.
    • There are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are signposted and have markings which are faded.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 290cm (width) x 460cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 18m from main entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has steep ramps or slopes, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
    • The blue badge bays are located on steep slopes.
      There is a steep slope in front of the entrance doors.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for all users.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
    • Parking is free for 4 hours, no return within 2 hours.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • On-street Parking View
    • On-street standard parking is available.

Access To

  • The distance from main entrance is 18m.
  • The most accessible route has steep ramps or slopes.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide with no handrails.

Entrance (Main)

  • This entrance is located to the left of the blue badge spaces.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide with no handrails.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 131cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Reception

  • The reception is located directly beyond the main entrance doors.
  • The distance from main entrance is 5m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 116cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • The reception has glazed screens.
  • There is a clearly signed portable hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • There are security barriers which are operated by key card.

Getting Around (Ground Floor)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a low visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available in the walkways includes: sofas and chairs with armrests.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • The ground floor has the following facilities:
    Reception, Café, Group Cycle Studio, Studio One and the Spectator Viewing Area.

Eating and Drinking (Chapters Cafe)

  • Location and Service View
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • This area has staff who can provide assistance with ordering, numerous seating options and a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menus are wall-mounted.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: dairy free, lactose free and vegetarian.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • 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 85cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has glazed screens which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The height of the tray rail is 85cm.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, sofas, benches and high stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and high tables.
    • Some tables are fixed.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the left of the reception desk.
  • The distance from main entrance is 6m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The lower ground, ground and first floors are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings, a low colour contrast and Braille markings.
  • 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 99cm (width) x 148cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have Braille markings, a high visual contrast and tactile markings.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator and a separate door to exit.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located opposite the reception desk.
  • The lower ground, ground and first floors 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 not easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail extends horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Getting Around (Lower Ground Floor)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: squash courts and Adventureland soft play.
  • The following areas have stepped access: squash courts and Adventureland soft play.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available in the walkways includes: benches.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • The venue has the following facilities: Adventureland soft play, beauty salon, changing rooms, sports hall, squash courts and swimming pools.

Standard Changing Room (Dryside)

  • The changing room surveyed is located on the lower ground floor, to the right as you exit the lift.
  • The distance from lift is 5m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing room has manual doors and step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
  • The door opens inwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 74cm.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • Facilities in the changing room include: a dry seat for changing, a toilet, a wash basin and a locker.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • Additional features include a mirror, coat hooks and a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The changing room has a waste bin.
  • There is a fixed height shower head.
  • The shower controls are push.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Changing Room (Pool Change)

  • The changing room surveyed is located on the lower ground floor, turn left as you exit the lift and the changing room is on the left.
  • The distance from lift is 8m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing room has a lift, manual doors and step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
  • The door opens inwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 72cm.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • Facilities in the changing room include: a toilet, a wash basin, a chair/stool, a baby change table, a locker and a dry seat for changing.
  • The wash basin has a lever tap.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • Additional features include a mirror, coat hooks and a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The changing room has a waste bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 70cm.
  • There is a fixed height shower head.
  • The shower controls are push.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Pool (Main)

  • This is an indoor swimming pool.
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout this area may include slippery surfaces.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available around the pool includes: chairs without armrests.
  • There is not an emergency alarm at poolside.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • Access into the water is via a ladder.
  • The pool is staffed at all times.
  • The following adaptations are available for disabled people: hydraulic hoist and submersible wheelchair.

Pool (Learner)

  • This is an indoor swimming pool.
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout this area may include slippery surfaces.
  • Seating available around the pool includes: chairs without armrests.
  • There is not an emergency alarm at poolside.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • Access into the water is via steps.
  • The ramp has a handrail on the left going down.
  • There are 3 steps with a handrail on the left going down.
  • The handrail is easy to grip.
  • The handrail covers the flight of the steps throughout its length.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The pool is staffed at all times.

Getting Around (First Floor)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all walkways.
  • There is background noise which varies depending on the time of day.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available in the walkways includes: sofas.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • The venue has the following facilities: Gym and Studio 2.

Gym

  • The gym is located on the first floor along the corridor on the left as you exit the lift.
  • There is step-free level access into the gym.
  • There are double manual doors with a medium visual contrast.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 103cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The gym is staffed at specific times.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
  • Equipment includes free weights, cable resistance machines, upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed and arm cycles.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located on the lower ground, ground and first floors.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • The male and female toilet facilities are located on the ground floor beyond the entrance barriers.
    • The male and female toilet facilities are located on the lower ground floor opposite the Adventureland soft play..
    • The male and female toilet facilities are located on the first floor to the left of the gym entrance. .
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • Standard changing facilities are located in the Dryside and Pool changing rooms on the ground floor.
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located on the lower ground floor opposite the Adventureland soft play.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • The shower facilities which have adaptations are located in the changing room with adaptations on the lower ground floor.
    • Standard shower facilities are located in the Dryside and Pool changing rooms on the ground floor.

Changing Room with Adaptations (Lower Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Access View
    • The changing room surveyed is located on the lower ground floor to the right of the pool changing room entrances.
    • The distance from lift is 10m.
    • The most accessible route to the changing room has manual doors and a lift.
    • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a medium visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
    • 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
    • Facilities available in the changing room include: a dry seat for changing, a wheel-in shower, a locker, a wash basin, a locker at a suitable height for a wheelchair user and a toilet.
    • The dimensions of the changing room are 294cm (width) x 500cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left of the toilet as you look at it.
    • The lateral transfer space is 220cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush on the right as you look at the toilet.
    • 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 46cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • 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 104cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 70cm 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 which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 110cm 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 95cm 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 changing room has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 134cm from the floor.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is an adjustable shower head.
    • There is a flip-down shower seat.
    • The shower seat is 49cm from the floor.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
    • There are grab rails and a dropdown rail for the shower.
    • The shower grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • The shower dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • There is an additional entrance / exit to this facility opposite the learner pool.

Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located at the rear of the standard male toilets on the ground floor .
    • The distance from main entrance is 25m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • The door opens outwards and has a medium visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
    • The door has a sliding bolt 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 292cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (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 high visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • 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 106cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 74cm 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 which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 115cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • 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.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 165cm from the floor.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 71cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • There are hand washing facilities in the standard toilets.

Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located to the rear of the standard male toilets.
    • The distance from lift is 30m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has doors permanently held open, manual doors and a lift.
    • 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 door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
    • The door has a sliding bolt 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 230cm (width) x 176cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 165cm (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 high visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • 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 115cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 74cm 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 medium visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 110cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has no disposal facilities.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 160cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
    • There are hand washing and disposal facilities in the standard toilets.

Standard Toilet Facilities

  • The male standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
  • The toilets are located on the ground floor directly beyond the entrance barriers on the left.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 15m.
  • The most accessible route has manual doors and step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the toilets.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 90cm.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
  • There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser, a baby changing table and a hand dryer available.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 72cm.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room

  • The room surveyed is located on the lower ground floor opposite Adventureland soft play.
  • The distance from lift is 40m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has a steep ramp or slope, steps, manual doors and a lift.
  • There is step-free access via ramp into the room.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • There are 3 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are not easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 59cm.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 78cm.
  • There is a toilet, a wash basin, a hand dryer and a mirror in the room.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The room has a waste bin.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Exit

  • The exit area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the exit.
  • There is a single automatic gate at this exit.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 85cm.
  • The width of the opening is 104cm.
  • The gate has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors.
  • The second set of doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 128cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The second set of doors have a medium visual contrast.
  • There is step-free access via ramp as you exit.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient with resting areas.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide with no handrails.