Access Guide
Spa/Leisure Facilities Summary
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Leisure Facilities Information
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- The leisure facilities are located on level 0, at the front of the hotel.
- Facilities include; a steam room, an accessible changing room, a swimming pool, a fitness suite, treatment rooms, a sauna, a reception, changing areas and a hot tub.
Getting Help and Assistance
- There is a Hilton Team Member available for help and assistance.
- There is not a Hilton Team Member trained in British Sign Language.
- British Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
- The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; large print on request.
- There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
- Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
- There are mobility aids available.
- The mobility aids available include wheelchairs.
- To obtain mobility aids please contact reception.
Drop-Off Point / Pick Up Point
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Drop-Off Point
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- There is a designated drop-off point.
- The drop-off point is not signposted/clearly marked.
- The drop-off point is located outside the main entrance.
- The route from the drop-off point is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
Hotel Parking
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Parking
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- The hotel does have its own parking facilities.
- The car park is located in front and to the side of the hotel .
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
- The car park does have a barrier control system.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
- The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
- There is/are 13 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 240cm x 480cm.
- There is a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
- Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
- There are several smaller car parks before you reach the main car park in front of the hotel. These are on a higher level and have sloped access to the entrance.
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Paying
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- There are no parking charges for the car park.
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Access from the Car Park
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- 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 slopes/ramps.
- The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
- The surface on the approach to the entrance is concrete tiles.
- There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
- The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 30m from the car park entrance.
Approach
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Approach
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- The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
- There is a/are fixed bollard(s) on the approach .
- The bollard(s) does/do not have a good colour contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
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Ramp/Slope
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- There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
- The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient.
Outside Access (Drop-off Point Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located to the left of the building.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is a bell/buzzer.
- The height of the bell/buzzer is 130cm (4ft 3in).
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
- The push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 104cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There is also a revolving door next to this one.
- There are bollards at this entrance.
- The minimum width between the bollards is 420cm.
- The bollards do not contrast visually with the paving.
- The door with the automatic press to open button is on the left of the revolving door.
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Ramp/Slope
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- There is a slope with a very easy incline.
Lobby
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Circulation
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- The type of flooring in the lobby is carpet and tiles.
- There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- Seating in the lobby includes; armchairs and sofas.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the lobby area.
- Wayfinding signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Audio
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- This lobby does play background music in public areas.
- Music is played in the lobby at a low level.
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Comments
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- To the rear of the lobby is a set of double doors that leading to a courtyard.
- The doors open automatically and have an opening width of 222cm.
- There are two sets of 4, 15cm high steps with handrails on both sides or a slight ramp with a handrail on the right going up beyond the door.
Entrance (The Health Club & Spa Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located to the right as you enter the main entrance.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 154cm.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located ahead as you enter the health club and spa.
- The reception point is approximately 11m from the Health Club & Spa entrance.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are moderate to good.
- The height of the reception counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is a lowered section of the counter.
- The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- Seats can be made available for guests at reception.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles.
Treatment Rooms
- There is / are 4 treatment room(s) available.
- The name / number of the room surveyed was; 4.
- There is clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
- There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- There is step-free access into the room(s).
- There is a/are door(s) into the treatment room.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The width of the door opening is 85cm.
- The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
- The room does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- There is a bed / couch.
- The bed / couch is adjustable.
- There is sufficient space next to the bed/couch for a mobile hoist to operate.
- There is a chair.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- The chair(s) is not/are not adjustable.
- There are no chairs with armrests available.
- The room does have background music playing.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
- There are 3 additional treatment rooms with the same specification.
Within the treatment area is a nail bar and seating area with loungers, sofas, armchairs and coffee tables.
Accessible Toilet(s) (Treatment Area)
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located in the treatment area.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is easy to open.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 182cm x 192cm.
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 114cm.
- The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are sanitary, nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
- The toilet roll holder is on the dropdown rail.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The wall fixed soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the wall fixed soap dispenser is 89cm.
- There is a handheld soap dispenser available.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
Eating and Drinking (Juice Bar)
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Location and Access
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- The following information is for the self-service area.
- The self-service area is located to the left of reception.
- There is step-free access to the self-service area.
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Service and Menus
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- Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
- Adapted cups are not available.
- Adapted cutlery is available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- This area does not play background music.
- There is not a hearing assistance system .
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Self-Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 90cm.
- The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
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Tables and Seating
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- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
- The height between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 60cm.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 70cm.
- The surface height of the lowest table is 44cm.
- The surface height of the highest table is 74cm.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
- There are also coffee tables, armchairs and sofas.
- The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- Lighting levels can be adjusted by a Hilton Team Member upon request.
Accessible Changing Room
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Location and Access
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- This accessible changing room is located to the right as you pass reception.
- There is step-free access to the accessible changing room.
- This is a shared changing room.
- A key is not required for the accessible changing room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the accessible changing room door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is easy to open.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the door opening is 88cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
- The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 453cm x 274cm.
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Toilet Features
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- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 108cm.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are sanitary, nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 161cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
- The toilet roll holder is on the dropdown rail.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 72cm.
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is not a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- There is a handheld soap dispenser available.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 88cm.
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
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Accessible Shower
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- The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
- There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
- The shower head height is fixed.
- The adjustable shower head can be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
- There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
- The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
- The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 46cm.
- Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
- The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is good.
- There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
- The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is good.
- There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
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Other Facilities
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- There is a dry seat for changing.
- There is a locker within the accessible changing room.
- The locker is within reach for a wheelchair user.
- Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible changing room.
- There is a flip down baby change table available.
- The height of the baby change table is 75cm.
Changing Area
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Changing Area
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- There is a/are changing area(s) available.
- The changing area that was surveyed is located to the left of reception.
- The changing area is approximately 16m from reception.
- There is step-free access to the changing area.
- The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard toilets, a Changing Places and standard showers.
- This is a female changing area.
- Similar male changing area(s) are available.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The width of the door opening is 87cm.
- The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
- The changing area has cubicles and open plan bench seating.
- There are lockers within the changing area.
- There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
- There is a water dispenser available.
- The lighting levels in the changing area are moderate to good.
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Shower Facilities
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- Shower facilities are available.
- There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
- The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
- The shower control type(s) is/are lever.
- There is no seat for the shower(s).
- There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
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Toilet Facilities
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- Toilet facilities are available.
- There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
- There are horizontal grab rails on both sides of the seat and a vertical rail on the right.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are moderate to good.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are not available.
Fitness Suite
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Access to Fitness Suite
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- The fitness suite is situated in the leisure club .
- The fitness suite is located in front of reception.
- The fitness suite can be used by members or guests.
- The fitness suite is staffed when open.
- There are surveillance cameras in the fitness suite.
- There is step free access to the fitness suite.
- The door is key fob activated and The door is manual.
- The door opening width is 88cm.
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Fitness Suite Information
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- Hilton Team Members receive IFI Mark standard Disability Equality Training.
- There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
- There is level access to all of the equipment.
- Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; free weights, arm cycles, IFI accredited machines, upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed and cable resistance machines.
- The type of flooring in the fitness suite is tiles and laminate.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There are two similar sets of doors into the fitness area. One is key card activated with the enter system being at a height of 112cm.
Swimming Pool
- The swimming pool is situated in the leisure club .
- The swimming pool can be used by members or guests.
- There is not a lifeguard for the swimming pool.
- There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
- There are steps into the swimming pool.
- There are 8 steps.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
- The hoist is manual.
- There is not a ladder type entrance into the water.
- There is a wet side chair available.
- Seating around the pool includes; chairs with armrests.
- There is an emergency alarm at poolside.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- There is a sun lounger without armrests. There are 2 sets of steps to access the pool. There are 7 steps or 8 steps with handrails on both sides. There is an ice room and experience shower to one end of the pool. Access into these areas is by a 53cm opening. There are foot spas accessed via 2 steps. The seats are tiled and have armrests on both sides.
Sauna
- There is step free access to the sauna.
- The door opens towards you (pull).
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
- The sauna does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The sauna has bench seating.
- There is an emergency alarm in the sauna.
Steam Room
- There is step free access to the steam room.
- The door opens towards you (pull).
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
- The steam room does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The steam room has bench seating.
- There is an emergency alarm in the steam room.