Access Guide
Overview
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About
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- Facilities available in the venue include: café, five-a-side pitches, meeting and conference rooms, sports hall, swimming pools, group cycling studio, gym, and a studio.
- View information on opening times.
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
- There is a drop-off point.
- The nearest step-free train station is Tattenham Corner.
- For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Traveline (opens new tab).
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
- Access throughout may include manual doors, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
- The ground and first floor can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
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Getting Help and Assistance
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- There is seating available.
- There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
- You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
- Documents are available in the following formats: large print and different languages (on request).
- There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
- There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
Toilet and Changing Facilities
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Toilet Facilities
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- There are 5 toilets with adaptations.
- Toilets with adaptations are located on the ground and first floors.
- The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
- Ambulant toilet facilities are located within the standard changing rooms on the ground and first floors.
- The shared standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor and on the left as you enter the venue.
- The male and female standard toilet facilities are located within the changing rooms on the ground floor and the first floor.
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Changing Places and Changing Facilities
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- The changing facilities which have adaptations are located on the ground and first floors.
- Standard changing facilities are located on the ground and first floors.
- Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the swim change and the toilet with adaptations opposite reception on the ground floor.
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Washroom and Shower Facilities
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- The shower facilities which have adaptations are located within the changing rooms on the ground floor.
- Standard shower facilities are located within the standard changing rooms on the ground and first floors.
Parking
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Car Park
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- The car park is located at the front and to the right of the venue.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac.
- There are 8 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 450cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
- The nearest designated bay is 15m from the main entrance.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access and bollards.
- There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- Parking is free for all users.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is a designated drop-off point available.
- The designated drop-off point is located to the left of the main entrance.
- There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the drop-off point.
Access To (Main Entrance)
- The distance from the nearest blue badge parking bay is 15m.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access and bollards.
- There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
Entrance
- This entrance is located at the front of the venue.
- The approach to the entrance has bollards.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
- The door opens by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 150cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a second single automatic door.
- The second door opens by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 148cm.
- The second door has a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Reception
- The reception is located directly opposite the entrance doors.
- The distance from the main entrance is 10m.
- The most accessible route to reception has automatic doors.
- There is step-free level access to reception.
- The height of the reception desk is 120cm.
- There is a lowered section at the desk.
- The height of the lowered section is 77cm.
- The reception has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
- There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
- The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 90cm to 100cm from the floor.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- 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 with a wider opening which open automatically.
Getting Around (Ground Floor)
- There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
- 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 the majority of walkways.
- Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
- There may be background noise.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
- Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests, sofas and stools.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
- The ground floor has the following facilities: café, community room, group cycle studio, sports hall and swimming pools.
Eating and Drinking (Chapters Cafe)
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Location and Service
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- The Chapters Café is located on the right, as you enter from the main entrance.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- This area has 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: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
- The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Order and Payment
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- The service counter was surveyed.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 90cm.
- There is a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the lowered section is 75cm.
- The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
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Seating Area
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- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
- There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
- 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 is background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
Changing Room with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)
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- The changing room surveyed is located along the corridor to the right of the reception desk, on the right.
- The distance from the main entrance is 30m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access, manual doors and automatic doors.
- 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 high visual contrast.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the door opening is 115cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- Facilities available in the changing room include: a toilet, a wash basin, a wheel-in shower, a baby change table and a dry seat for changing.
- The dimensions of the changing room are 270cm (width) x 244cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the toilet as you look at it.
- The lateral transfer space is 200cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a push button flush on top of the cistern.
- 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.
- 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 96cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 71cm 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 low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 97cm 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 93cm 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 nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 91cm.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 49cm from the floor.
- The shower controls are twist/turn.
- 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 within 10cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Standard Changing Room (Ground Floor - Swimming Pool Change)
- The changing room surveyed is located along the corridor to the right of the reception desk.
- The distance from the main entrance is 30m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access and manual doors.
- There is step-free level access into the changing room.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the door opening is 87cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- Facilities in the changing room include: a toilet, a wash basin, a baby change table, a locker and a dry seat for changing.
- The wash basin has a push tap.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- Additional features include a mirror, a hand dryer and a baby changing table.
- The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
- The changing room has a waste bin.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 76cm.
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- The shower controls are push.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- There is a grab rail for the shower.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Changing Room with Adaptations (Swim - Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)
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- The changing room surveyed is located at the far end of the swimming changing rooms and to the right.
- The distance from the main entrance is 60m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access and manual doors.
- 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 high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 89cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- Facilities available in the changing room include: a toilet, a wash basin, a wheel-in shower and a dry seat for changing.
- The dimensions of the changing room are 270cm (width) x 220cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the toilet as you look at it.
- The lateral transfer space is 205cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a push button flush on top of the cistern.
- 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 47cm 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 96cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 76cm 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 low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 98cm 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 90cm 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 sanitary bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 115cm from the floor.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The shower controls are twist/turn.
- There are grab rails and a dropdown rail for the shower.
- The shower grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- The shower dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Changing Room with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Peninsular)
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- The changing room surveyed is located at the far end of the swimming changing rooms and to the right of the swimming pool entrance.
- The distance from the main entrance is 65m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access and manual doors.
- 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 high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 114cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- Facilities available in the changing room include: a changing table/bench, a toilet, a wash basin, a wheel-in shower, a ceiling tracking hoist which accesses all areas and a dry seat for changing.
- The dimensions of the changing room are 403cm (width) x 300cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet .
- The lateral transfer space on the left is 82cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- The lateral transfer space on the right is 290cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a push button flush on top of the cistern.
- There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
- 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.
- 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 88cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 77cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 96cm 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 90cm 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 nappy/incontinence items bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 148cm from the floor.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- There is no shower seat.
- The shower controls are twist/turn.
- There is no emergency alarm for the shower.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Pool (Main)
- This is an indoor swimming pool.
- There is step-free level access throughout this area.
- Access throughout this area may include slippery surfaces.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Seating available around the pool includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
- The chairs are fixed.
- There is an emergency alarm at poolside.
- Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
- Access into the water is via a ladder or steps.
- There are 6 steps with handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of the steps throughout its length.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The pool is staffed at all times.
- The following adaptations are available for disabled people: manual hoist, pool lift and submersible wheelchair.
Pool (Teaching)
- This is an indoor swimming pool.
- There is step-free level access throughout this area.
- Access throughout this area may include slippery surfaces.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- There is an emergency alarm at poolside.
- Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
- Access into the water is via a ladder or steps.
- There are 4 steps with handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of the steps throughout its length.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The pool is staffed at all times.
Standard Changing Room (Ground Floor - Sports Hall Change)
- The changing room surveyed is located along the corridor to the right of the reception desk.
- The distance from the main entrance is 30m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access and manual doors.
- There is step-free level access into the changing room.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the door opening is 91cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- Facilities in the changing room include: a wheel-in shower and a dry seat for changing.
- Additional features include a mirror, coat hooks and a shelf.
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- The shower controls are push.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- There are grab rails for the shower.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)
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- The toilet surveyed is located opposite the reception desk.
- The distance from the main entrance is 10m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 87cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 150cm (width) x 352cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
- The lateral transfer space is 80cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a push button flush on top of the cistern.
- 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 47cm 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 is 100cm 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 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 low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 100cm 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 90cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 76cm.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- There is a ceiling to floor pillar on the approach to the toilets. .
Standard Toilet Facilities (Ground Floor)
- The male standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
- The toilets are located opposite the reception desk on the ground floor.
- The distance from the main entrance is 10m.
- The most accessible route has 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 high visual contrast.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the door opening is 90cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
- There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a wall mounted towel dispenser available.
- The wash basin has a push tap.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is a ceiling to floor pillar on the approach to the toilets.
Lift
- The lift surveyed is located on the left as you enter reception, to the right of the stairs.
- The distance from the main entrance is 20m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- The ground and first floors are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high 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, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 90cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 107cm (width) x 138cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
- Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
- Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
- There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.
Stairs
- The stairs surveyed are located on the left as you enter reception.
- The 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 easy to grip.
- 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 17cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
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 the majority of walkways.
- Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
- There is background noise which varies depending on the time of day.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
- The first floor has the following facilities: changing rooms, gym, studio, and a viewing area.
Gym
- The gym is located on the right as you enter the lift on the first floor.
- There is step-free level access via lift into the gym.
- There is a single automatic door with a low visual contrast.
- The door opens towards you.
- The width of the opening is 90cm.
- The door is activated by a push-pad.
- The push-pad is at a height of 81cm.
- There is an button to exit the gym, and is at a height of 85cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout.
- Access throughout may include narrow walkways.
- There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- The gym is staffed when open.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- There is some 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 vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
Changing Room with Adaptations (First Floor - Left Hand Transfer)
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- The changing room surveyed is located along the corridor directly ahead from the lift.
- The distance from the lift is 45m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has a lift and manual doors.
- 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 high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 91cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- Facilities available in the changing room include: a toilet, a wash basin, a wheel-in shower, a ceiling tracking hoist which accesses all areas and a dry seat for changing.
- The dimensions of the changing room are 268cm (width) x 240cm (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 200cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a push button flush on top of the cistern.
- 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.
- 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 100cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 86cm 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 low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 108cm 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 89cm 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 nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 169cm from the floor.
- There are 5 coat hooks, all at a height of 169cm from the floor. .
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 40cm from the floor.
- The shower controls are twist/turn.
- 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 within 10cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Standard Changing Room (First Floor)
- The changing room surveyed is located along the corridor directly ahead from the lift.
- The distance from the exit of the lift is 35m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access, a lift and manual doors.
- There is step-free level access into the changing room.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the door opening is 90cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- Facilities in the changing room include: a toilet, a wash basin, a wheel-in shower, a locker and a dry seat for changing.
- The wash basin has a push tap.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- Additional features include a full length mirror, a mirror, coat hooks and a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- The shower controls are push.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Outdoor Spaces (5-a-Side Pitches)
- The following is available in this area: sports pitches.
- Outdoor areas consist of artificial grass.
- There are footpaths in some areas.
- The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
- There are not any seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
- The paths have gates.
