Access Guide
Getting Help and Assistance
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Store Information
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- Please click here for opening times and services available in this store.
- Site maps are not available within the store.
- There is an assistive shopping service available within the store upon request.
- There is a/are order and collection point(s) within the store.
- The order and collection point(s) is/are located in the collections and returns area.
- There is a Pick and Delivery Service available within the store.
- The Pick and Delivery Service is located within the store.
- There are additional charges for the Pick and Delivery Service.
- Wheelchairs are available to borrow within the store.
- To obtain loan wheelchairs please contact a member of staff on arrival.
- Specialist trollies are available to support accessible shopping.
- There is a Safe/Quiet Place available within the store.
- The Safe/Quiet Place is located in the first aid room and the nursing room in the restaurant.
- Wifi is available throughout the store.
- There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the store/nearby.
- Water bowls for assistance dogs are not available.
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available within the store.
- There is a Changing Places facility available within the store.
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Staff Information
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- There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
- British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
Overview
- About View
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
- The nearest train station is Stapleton Road.
- 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 access via slope at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
- Access throughout may include narrow aisles.
- Levels 0, 1 and 2 can be accessed via a standard lift and escalator.
Toilet and Changing Facilities
- There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
- Toilets with adaptations are located next to the showroom and restaurant and the checkouts.
- All toilets with adaptations have a left hand transfer space.
- Ambulant toilet facilities are located in all of the standard toilets.
- The male and female toilet facilities are located next to the showroom and restaurant.
- The male and female toilet facilities are located near to the checkouts.
- The Changing Places toilet facilities are located next to the showroom and restaurant.
- Parent and baby changing facilities are located next to the showroom and restaurant and the checkouts.
Parking (Sheltered Car Park)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located underneath the store.
- The car park is sheltered.
- The car park surface consists of block paving.
- The height of the restriction barrier is 180cm.
- There are 15+ designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 495cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 127cm.
- The nearest designated bay is 26m from the entrance.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes, bollards and doors permanently held open.
- There is a dropped kerb with 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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Electric Vehicle Charging Points
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- There are 2 electric vehicle charging points.
- The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 209cm (width) x 410cm (depth).
- The controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The charging points require tap and pay (contactless payment).
- There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop-off point available.
Parking (High Sided Vehicle Car Park)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located to the rear of the store.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac.
- There are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 368cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 136cm.
- The nearest designated bay is 107m from the entrance.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
- 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 not a designated drop-off point available.
Lift (Click and Collect - Returns)
- The lift surveyed is located on the car park level, behind the disabled loading bays.
- The distance from the nearest disabled loading bay is 12m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- Levels 0 (ground floor car parking area) and 1 are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high colour 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 and a low colour contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 299cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 299cm (width) x 309cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium colour contrast.
- The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a list of floor services/facilities.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Entrance
- This entrance is located within the sheltered car parking area, to the right hand side of the store.
- The approach to the entrance has bollards.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
- The slope has a slight gradient.
- There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
- The doors are permanently held open.
- The width of the opening is 221cm.
- The doors have a low colour contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Lift (Entrance to Entrance Foyer)
- The lift surveyed is located to the right of the escalator after you enter.
- The distance from the entrance is 24m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- Levels 0, 1 and 2 are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a medium colour 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 low colour contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 117cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 187cm (width) x 185cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low colour contrast.
- Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a list of floor services/facilities.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Escalators (Entrance to Entrance Foyer)
- The escalators surveyed are located to the right after you enter.
- Levels 0 and 1 are accessed by escalators.
- The escalator steps are clearly marked.
- The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalators are clearly marked.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Entrance Foyer
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Foyer
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- There is step free access within the foyer.
- The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The foyer does play background music.
- There is bench seating only in the foyer.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Play Area (Småland)
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- There is a play area within the entrance foyer.
- The play area is free of charge.
- The play area offers inclusive play.
- There is step-free access to the play area.
- There is not a clear unobstructed route to the play area.
- The play area is clearly signed.
- The play area counter is at a height of 102cm.
- There is not a lowered section of the play area counter.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the play area counter.
- There is stepped access within the play area.
- There are 4 steps with handrails on both sides to the rear right of the play area.
- There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available within the play area.
- There are standard toilets available within the play area.
- There are not ambulant cubicles available in the standard toilets.
- Baby change facilities are not available within the play area.
Lift (Entrance Foyer to Level 2)
- The lift surveyed is located on level 1, opposite the Småland play area.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- Levels 1 and 2 are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a medium colour 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 low colour contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 119cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 187cm (width) x 183cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a low colour contrast.
- The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a list of floor services/facilities.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Escalators (Entrance Foyer to Level 2)
- The escalators surveyed are located on level 1, opposite the Småland play area.
- Levels 1 and 2 are accessed by escalators.
- The escalator steps are clearly marked.
- The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalators are clearly marked.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Toilet with Adaptations (Level 2 - Next to Showroom and Restaurant - Left Hand Transfer)
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- The toilet surveyed is located on level 2, to the right as you exit the entrance lift, between the showroom entrance and the restaurant.
- The distance from the lift is 18m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- 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 high colour contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low colour contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 157cm (width) x 190cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 93cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a low colour contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high colour 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 high colour contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 90cm 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 colour contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a medium colour contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 86cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
- The hand dryer is 107cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a 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 92cm.
- The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Level 2 - Next to Showroom and Restaurant)
- The room surveyed is located on level 2, to the right as you exit the entrance lift, between the showroom entrance and the restaurant.
- The distance from the lift is 24m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 85cm.
- Internally the door has a medium colour contrast.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 108cm.
- There is a toilet, a wash basin, a hand dryer, an emergency alarm and a mirror in the room.
- The wash basin has a sensor tap.
- The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Changing Places (Level 2 - Next to Showroom and Restaurant - Transfer Both Sides)
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Location and Access
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- The Changing Places facility surveyed is located on level 2, to the right as you exit the entrance lift, between the showroom entrance and the restaurant.
- The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
- The distance from the lift is 25m.
- The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility 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.
- A RADAR key is required for access to this facility.
- The door opens outwards and has a low colour contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 87cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a medium colour contrast.
- The dimensions of the facility are 420cm (width) x 314cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
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Toilet Details
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- There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however the left side is obstructed.
- The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 94cm.
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 85cm.
- There is a spatula flush on the right transfer side.
- 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 colour contrast.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown rails have a medium colour contrast.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
- There is not a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
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Changing Bench and Hoist Details
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- The changing bench is wall mounted and height adjustable.
- The length of the changing bench is 180cm.
- The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
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Other Facilities
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- There is a height adjustable wash basin.
- 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 colour contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 104cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- A wide paper roll dispenser is available.
- The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 94cm.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
- The hand dryer is 105cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is an unobstructed shelf.
- The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The facility has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- The coat hooks are 94cm and 155cm from the floor.
- A privacy screen is available.
- The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
Area (Showroom)
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Access and Circulation
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- There is step-free access throughout the area.
- There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The majority of aisle widths are over 200cm.
- The majority of routes between products are over 120cm.
- There is a shortcut from the Showroom Entrance to the Restaurant.
There is a shortcut between Living Room Storage and the Restaurant.
There is a shortcut between Dining and Bedroom.
There is a shortcut between Dining and Children's IKEA.
There is a shortcut between Kitchen and Bedroom. - The majority of shortcut widths are over 120cm.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
- There are regular resting points available in this area.
- There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at the resting points.
- There is a/are designated information point(s) available in this area.
- There is a/are touchscreen(s) available at the designated information point(s).
- The designated information point(s) is/are not staffed.
- There are planning area(s) available within this area.
- Accessible play points are available in this area.
- The lighting levels in this area are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- There is overhead directional signage with white lettering on a blue background.
There are directional arrows projected onto the floor throughout the Showroom. - The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Audio
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- This venue does play background music in public areas.
- Music is played throughout the area.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
Planning Area (Kitchens)
- The planning area is located on level 2, in the Kitchens area of the Showroom.
- There is step-free access to the planning area.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the planning area.
- The lighting levels in the planning area are good.
- The height(s) of the counter(s) is/are low (76cm or lower) and medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- The distance between the floor and the lowest desk is 73cm.
- The distance between the floor and the highest desk is 91cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk(s).
- There is not a/are not height adjustable desk(s) available.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the planning area.
- There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the planning area.
- There is a privacy room/area available.
- On screen BSL interpreters are not available.
Planning Area (Bedrooms and Wardrobes)
- The planning area is located on level 2, in the Wardrobe area of the Showroom.
- There is step-free access to the planning area.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the planning area.
- The lighting levels in the planning area are good.
- The height(s) of the counter(s) is/are low (76cm or lower) and medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- The distance between the floor and the lowest desk is 76cm.
- The distance between the floor and the highest desk is 109cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk(s).
- There is not a/are not height adjustable desk(s) available.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the planning area.
- The seats do not have armrests.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the planning area.
- There is not a privacy room/area available.
- On screen BSL interpreters are not available.
Eating and Drinking (Restaurant)
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Location and Service
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- The restaurant is located on level 2, to the right after you exit the entrance lift.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, a self service counter, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
- Full table service is not available.
- Menus are wall-mounted, digital and online.
- The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten 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 payment counter was surveyed.
- The counter is located behind you after you collect your order.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 92cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the tray rail is 87cm.
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Seating Area
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- 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.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas, benches, stools and high stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables, high tables and long tables.
- Some chairs and 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 background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- There is a nursing area in the restaurant.
The nursing area is located to the front right of the restaurant as you enter.
There is a chair with armrests in the nursing area.
Area (Market Hall)
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Access and Circulation
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- There is step-free access throughout the area.
- There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The majority of aisle widths are over 200cm.
- The majority of routes between products are over 120cm.
- There is a shortcut between Cookware, Wall Decoration and Mirrors.
There is a shortcut between Bathroom, Wall Decoration and Mirrors. - The majority of shortcut widths are over 120cm.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all corridors/walkways.
- There is a/are designated information point(s) available in this area.
- There is a/are touchscreen(s) available at the designated information point(s).
- The designated information point(s) is/are not staffed.
- Accessible play points are available in this area.
- The lighting levels in this area are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- There is overhead directional signage with white lettering on a blue background.
There are directional arrows projected onto the floor throughout the Market Hall. - The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Audio
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- This venue does play background music in public areas.
- Music is played throughout the area.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
Lift (Level 1 Market Hall and Self-serve)
- The lift surveyed is located in the wall decoration and mirrors area of the Market Hall.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- Levels 1 and 2 are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high colour 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 and a low colour contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 238cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 238cm (width) x 213cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium colour contrast.
- All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a list of floor services/facilities.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Travelators (Level 1 Market Hall and Self-serve)
- The travelators surveyed are located in the wall decoration and mirrors area of the Market Hall.
- Levels 1 and 2 are accessed by travelator.
- The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the travelators are clearly marked.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There are bollards at the top the travelator with a width of 60cm.
Area (Self-serve)
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Access and Circulation
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- There is step-free access throughout the area.
- There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is concrete.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The majority of aisle widths are over 200cm.
- The majority of routes between products are over 120cm.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all corridors/walkways.
- There is a/are designated information point(s) available in this area.
- There is a/are touchscreen(s) available at the designated information point(s).
- The designated information point(s) is/are not staffed.
- Accessible play points are available in this area.
- The lighting levels in this area are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- There is overhead directional signage with white lettering on a blue background.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Audio
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- This venue does play background music in public areas.
- Music is played throughout the area.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
Counter (Self-serve Help Desk)
- The counter is located in the self-service area by aisle 21.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 100cm.
- There is a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the lowered section is 88cm.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 105cm to 129cm from the floor.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Checkouts
- The checkout area is located on level 1, beyond the self-service area.
- There is step-free level access to the checkout area.
- The venue has self-serve touchscreens and standard checkouts.
- The queue width for the main checkouts is at least 150cm and there is no need to turn.
- The height of the payment counter is 101cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has glazed screens which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The height of the self-serve touchscreen display ranges from 132cm to 158cm from the floor.
- The scanners for the self-serve checkouts are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The payment machines for the self-serve checkouts are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The packing areas for the self-serve checkouts are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Assistance is available at the self-serve checkouts.
- The receipt reader to exit is at a height of 109cm.
- The width of the exit barrier opening is 136cm.
Toilet with Adaptations (Checkouts - Left Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located to the right after you exit the checkouts.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- 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 high colour contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 81cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- Internally the door has a medium colour contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high colour contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 146cm (width) x 193cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 78cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high colour contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low colour 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 high colour contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 101cm 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 colour contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 87cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
- The hand dryer is 103cm 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 cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Checkouts)
- The room surveyed is located to the right after you exit the checkouts.
- The distance from the checkouts is 25m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 73cm.
- Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 95cm.
- There is a toilet, a wash basin, a hand dryer, an emergency alarm and a mirror in the room.
- The wash basin has a sensor tap.
- The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There are 2 parent and baby rooms in this area, both with similar dimensions and facilities.
Food Market (Swedish Food Market)
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Inside Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the aisles.
- The majority of aisles have a clear width of 120cm+ and are clear of obstructions.
- The flooring throughout the aisles is vinyl.
- There is some flooring in aisles with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- There is low colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of areas.
- Background music is played.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Checkout(s)
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- There is 1 checkout available within the shop.
- There is step-free access to the checkout(s).
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the checkout(s).
- The checkout(s) is/are clearly signed.
- The lighting levels at the checkouts are good.
- There is a/are checkout(s).
- The height of the checkout(s) is/are 92cm.
- The height of the lowered section of the checkout(s) is 52cm.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the checkout(s).
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the checkout(s).
- The chip & pin card machines are accessible from the checkout(s) (portable).
Eating and Drinking (Bistro)
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Location and Service
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- The Bistro is located on level 1, straight ahead after you exit the checkouts.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, a touchscreen ordering service and staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
- Full table service is not available.
- Menus are available on a board, digital and online.
- The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten 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 payment counter was surveyed.
- The counter is located in the middle and right of the counter.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 92cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
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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 have a medium colour contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: benches and high stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
- Some tables are fixed.
- The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There may be background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Counter (Returns and Home Delivery)
- The counter is located to the left as you exit the checkouts or to the right as you exit the customer click and collect returns lift.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 102cm.
- There is a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the lowered section is 61cm.
- The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
- The hearing assistance system was tested, however it was not working at the time of the survey.
- The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 109cm to 117cm from the floor.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Counter (Click and Collect)
- The counter is located to the left as you exit the checkouts or to the right as you exit the customer click and collect returns lift.
- The distance from the customer click and collect returns lift is 17m.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 101cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- 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 106cm to 125cm from the floor.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Seating Area (Returns - Home Delivery - Click and Collect)
- The seating area is located on level 1, in the Returns /Home Delivery / Click and Collect area of the store.
- The most accessible route to the seating area has step-free level access.
- 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 medium colour contrast.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Seating available in this area includes: armchairs, sofas and benches.
- Furniture available in this area includes: coffee 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.
- There is background noise in this area.
- 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 are double automatic doors at this exit.
- The doors are permanently held open.
- The width of the opening is 197cm.
- The doors have a low colour contrast.
- There is a second set of double automatic doors.
- The second set of doors are permanently held open.
- The width of the opening is 202cm.
- The second set of doors have a low colour contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you exit.
Lift (Exit to Car Park)
- The lift surveyed is located on level 1, after you exit the checkouts and to the right of the Bistro.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- Levels 1 and 0 are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high colour 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 and a low colour contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 188cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 195cm (width) x 323cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium colour contrast.
- The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a list of floor services/facilities.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.
Travelators (Exit to Car Park)
- The travelators surveyed are located on level 1, after you exit the checkouts and to the right of the Bistro.
- Levels 1 and 0 are accessed by travelator.
- The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the travelators are clearly marked.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There are bollards at the top of the travelator with a width of 61cm.
Parking (Loading Bays)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located underneath the store.
- The car park is underground and sheltered.
- The car park surface consists of block paving.
- The height of the restriction barrier is 180cm.
- There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 231cm (width) x 474cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 129cm.
- The nearest designated bay is 37m from the exit lift.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access and bollards.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- Parking is free for all users.