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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Assisted Travel Contact Information

• Assisted Travel Helpline telephone number: 0800 058 2844
• Assisted Travel Text Relay service (for the hard of hearing): 1800 138 1018
• SMS Text: 07860 034 269
• For more information on assisted travel please click here.

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Opening Times (Station)

• The venue is open 24hrs.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • The car park is located on either side of the main entrance.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 4 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 420cm x 530cm (13ft 9in x 17ft 5in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 34m (37yd 7in) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are dropped kerbs.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 230cm (7ft 7in).
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the station.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The width of the door opening is 170cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located on the approach to the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• Comments View
  • This entrance is open between 05.00 and 20.00 daily. At all other times please use the Alternative Entrance.

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Access Point (Alternative Entrance)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located to the left of the main entrance.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is no gate at this access point.
  • The width of the gap is 105cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located on the approach and immediately beyond the access point.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Reception (Ticket Office)

• The desk/counter is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.

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Ticket Barriers

• The ticket barriers are located directly ahead after you enter from the main entrance or alternative entrance.
• The standard ticket barriers open automatically away from you and have an opening width of 62cm.
• The wide ticket barriers open automatically away from you and have an opening width of 106cm.
• The wide ticket barriers are suitable for wheelchair users and passengers with buggies/children.
• There is a member of staff available at the ticket barriers for any assistance needs or queries.

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Level Change (Footbridge)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading from the bridge to platforms 1 & 2.
• There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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• Comments View
  • Photographs 2 and 3 show the footbridge between the ticket barriers and both platforms.
  • Photographs 4 and 5 show the stairs from Platform 1.
  • Photographs 6 and 7 show the stairs from Platform 2.

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Lift (Platform 1)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the footbridge and platform 1.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are Platform - Footbridge.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 29m (31yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 160cm (4ft 7in x 5ft 3in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Lift (Platform 2)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the footbridge and platform 2.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are Footbridge and Platform 2.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 160cm (4ft 7in x 5ft 3in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Train Station

• There are generally 1 member(s) of staff on duty.
• The station is staffed.
• There is an office to obtain help.
• The office to obtain help is 32m (34yd 2ft) from the lift.
• This office is located on platform 1.
• There is a ticket office.
• The ticket office is located on the left when you enter.
• The ticket office is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The train companies that operate within this station include:.
• Please click here for access information for Great Northern.
• There is a taxi rank at the station.
• The taxi rank is located immediately in front of the main entrance.
• The taxi rank is 2m (2yd 7in) from the main entrance.
• Shops and services within the station include Rico's.
• All key concourse shops and services have level access.
• There are 2 platform(s) in the station.
• The platform(s) accessed by lift is / are 1 & 2.
• The platform(s) which can be accessed by either level access / ramps / lifts / stairclimber from inside the station is / are 1 & 2.

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• Additional Station Information View
  • Announcements on platforms are audio and visual.
  • Wider ticket barriers are available to access platforms.
  • Platforms which have tactile markings at the platform edge are 1 & 2.
  • Accessible toilets are not located on the platform(s).
  • Accessible toilets are not located on the main station concourse.
  • There is a wheelchair available to borrow.
  • To borrow a wheelchair, contact a member of staff.

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Waiting Room Platform 1

• The waiting room on platform 1 is towards the middle of the platform
• There is a single door to enter that is 78cm in width, heavy and push to open.
• The waiting room has metal seating with armrests.
• There is an overhead board with train times on and loud speaker announcements.
• The lighting level is moderate to good.

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Waiting Room Platform 2

• The waiting room on platform 2 is towards the middle of the platform
• There is a double door with one side locked,
• The door to enter is 64cm in width, heavy and push to open.
• The waiting room has metal seating with armrests.
• There is an overhead board with train times on and loud speaker announcements.
• The lighting level is moderate to good.

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Rico's Coffee Platform 1

• Rico's Coffee is on platform 1 opposite the stairs.
• There is a single door to enter that is 68cm in width, heavy and push to open.
• There is a counter that is 98cm in height ahead as you enter.
• There is limited space to move around in the area.
• The coffee shop serves hot and cold snacks to passengers.
• The lighting level is moderate to good.

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Accessible Toilet (Platform 2 - Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the lift on platform 2.
  • This accessible toilet is located on platform 2.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from member of staff.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 268cm x 218cm (8ft 10in x 7ft 2in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 206cm (6ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and waste paper pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 115cm and 120cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 45cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located beyond the entrance to the right.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 80cm (2ft 7in).

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on platform 1.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 28m (30yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on platform 1.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.