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Penblaith Barn

Llangarron, Herefordshire, HR9 6PH

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Accommodation Overview

  • About View
    • Penblaith Barn is a traditional stone building located in Llangarron, Herefordshire, which provides luxury 5* self-catering accommodation.
    • There are 8 bedrooms in total.
    • There is 1 bedroom with adaptations.
    • There is step-free level access to the bedroom with adaptations.
    • The bedroom with adaptations has an ensuite with a wheel-in shower.
    • Only assistance dogs are welcomed at this venue.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free access via a portable ramp at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the main entrance.
    • The following areas have stepped access: to the outdoor seating area, the hot tub, the garden area and the main entrance.
    • Access throughout may include manual doors.
    • The ground floor, first floor and second floor can be accessed via stairs.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • There is seating available.
    • There is a portable hearing assistance system on request.
    • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: vibrating pillows, bath mats, raised toilet seats, shower chairs, commodes and standing frames.
    • Additional equipment which can be borrowed or hired includes: toilet frame, portable ramp, bed guard and easy care sheets with waterproof bed protector.
    • Renting third party equipment (e.g. bed hoists or profiling beds) can be arranged through TPG, Hereford Disabled Aids or Mills Mobility Aids.
    • Delivery can be arranged prior to arrival & collection following departure.
    • View more information on borrowing or hiring equipment (opens new tab).
    • The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: large print (on request).
    • 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 at the rear of the accommodation.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of concrete.
    • There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
    • There are 3 electric vehicle charging points.
    • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 300cm (width) x 500cm (depth).
    • The nozzle holster is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • You do not need an online account to use the charging point.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the rear of the accommodation, near the parking spaces.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is not 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 slight gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide.
  • There is a handrail on the right going up.
  • There is one step as you enter.
  • There are no handrails for the step.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step is 3cm.
  • There is a key safe at a height of 132cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • By prior notice, a portable ramp can be requested to overcome the step at the door threshold.

Cinema Room

  • The room is located to the right hand side, on entering the property.
  • The distance from the front entrance is 6m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 96cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps: the upper seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: sofas.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: coffee tables.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Games Room

  • The room is located to the left hand side of the accessible entrance.
  • The distance from the accessible entrance is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • There is one step into the room.
  • There are no handrails for the step.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step is 7cm.
  • There is a key lock at a height of 101cm.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 115cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: sofas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • By prior notice, a portable ramp can be requested to overcome the step at the door threshold.

Lounge

  • The lounge is located on the left hand side, on entering the property.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 104cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the lounge includes: coffee tables.
  • There is a TV with subtitles.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • The floor mat in the lounge could cause a trip hazard.

Kitchen

  • The kitchen is located through the lounge, on the left hand side.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is a slight ramp before the kitchen door.
  • There is a single manual door with a medium visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 94cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is available.
  • The lowered work surface is 85cm from the floor.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • The hob is 90cm from the floor.
  • The sink is 90cm from the floor.
  • The sink has a twist turn mixer tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a washer dryer, a microwave, a kettle, a toaster, easy grip cutlery and an air fryer.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: washer dryer and dishwasher.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Dining Room/Bar

  • The dining room is located at the rear of the lounge.
  • There is step-free level access into the dining room.
  • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 178cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, sofas and high stools.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • The height of the bar in the room is 111cm.
  • The height of the counter in the kitchenette is 93cm.

Standard Toilet Facilities

  • The shared standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
  • The toilet is located off the dining room.
  • The distance from the dining room is 2m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the toilet.
  • There is not any signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The wash basin has twist/turn taps.
  • Hand drying facilities include: a hand towel.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (Plum Tree Suite)

  • Bedroom Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located off the dining room.
    • The distance from the dining room is 5m.
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has a slight ramp.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
    • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 79cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has twin single beds.
    • The top of the mattress is 62cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 4cm from the floor.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
    • Seating available in the bedroom includes: an armchair.
    • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a coffee table and a wardrobe for a seated user.
    • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, TV with subtitles and a flashing fire alarm.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
  • Ensuite Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
    • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 79cm.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 202cm (width) x 280cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 108cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on top of the cistern.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is no dropdown grab rail for the toilet.
    • The toilet seat is 40cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • There is not a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 83cm from the floor.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 110cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is an unobstructed shelf.
    • The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The cubicle has a pedal bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 176cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are push.
    • There is a shower seat.
    • The shower seat is 47cm from the floor.
    • There are grab rails for the shower.
    • The grab rails for the shower have a medium colour contrast.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • The shower seat is height adjustable.

Outdoor Seating Area

  • Location and Access View
    • The outdoor seating area is accessible via the double doors from the dining room.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free access via a portable ramp to this area.
    • The ramp has a steep gradient.
    • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide.
    • There is one step to this area.
    • There are no handrails for the step.
    • The step is unmarked.
    • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step is 14cm.
    • By prior notice, a portable ramp can be requested to overcome the step at the door threshold.
    • There are double manual doors.
    • The doors open towards you.
    • The width of the opening is 167cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is partially covered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of the seating area.
    • There is stepped access to the hot tub and the garden.
    • 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 and benches.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There may be background noise in this area.