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 to the right after exiting the checkouts.
- There is a Pick and Delivery Service available within the store.
- The Pick and Delivery Service is located to the right after exiting the checkouts.
- There are additional charges for the Pick and Delivery Service.
- Wheelchairs are available to borrow within the store.
- 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.
- 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 cannot be provided on request.
Overview
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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 step-free train station is Newcourt.
- The nearest train station is Newcourt.
- For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Traveline (opens new tab).
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
- Levels 0, 1 and 2 can be accessed via a standard lift, stairs and escalator.
Toilet and Changing Facilities
- There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
- Toilets with adaptations are located in Småland play area, by the restaurant and in the market hall.
- The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
- Ambulant toilet facilities are located in all of standard toilets in the entrance foyer, restaurant and market hall.
- The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located in the entrance foyer.
- The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located by the restaurant.
- The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located in the market hall.
- The Changing Places toilet facilities are located in the entrance foyer.
- Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the entrance foyer, by the restaurant and in the market hall.
Parking (Open Air Car Park)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located at the front of the store.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac.
- 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 231cm (width) x 430cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 131cm.
- The nearest designated bay is 27m from the front entrance.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access and bollards.
- 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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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop-off point available.
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 tarmac.
- The height of the restriction barrier is 240cm.
- There are 15 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 473cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 124cm.
- The nearest designated bay is 7m from the right accessible entrance.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access and bollards.
- There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- Parking is free for all users.
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Electric Vehicle Charging Points
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- There are 5 electric vehicle charging points.
- The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 238cm (width) x 490cm (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.
Entrance (Open Air Car Park)
- This entrance is located at the front of the store.
- The approach to the entrance has bollards.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
- The doors open by revolving.
- The width of the opening is 193cm.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Entrance (Sheltered Car Park)
- This entrance is located in the sheltered car park.
- The approach to the entrance has bollards.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
- The doors open by revolving.
- The width of the opening is 193cm.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Entrance (Left Accessible)
- This entrance is located at the left hand side of the entrance area as you face the store, between the car parking areas.
- The approach to the entrance has bollards.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
- The door opens towards you.
- There is a push pad at a height of 82cm.
- The width of the opening is 77cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 113cm.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Entrance (Right Accessible)
- This entrance is located at the right hand side of the entrance area as you face the store, between the car parking areas.
- The approach to the entrance has bollards.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
- The door opens towards you.
- There is a push pad at a height of 82cm.
- The width of the opening is 73cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 115cm.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Lift (to Customer Returns)
- The lift surveyed is located at the front of the store, to the left of the open air car park entrance.
- The distance from the store entrance on the left is 53m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- Levels 0 and 1 are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual 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 295cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
- Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and a list of floor services/facilities.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Stairs (to Customer Returns)
- The stairs surveyed are located at the front of the store, to the left of the open air car park entrance.
- Levels 0 and 1 can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps have some clear markings and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Entrance (Customer Returns)
- This entrance is located on level 1, to the left as you exit the customer returns lift.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
- The doors open by sliding.
- There is a push pad at a height of 221cm.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is a second set of double automatic doors.
- The second set of doors open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 217cm.
- The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Lift (to Upper Entrance Foyer)
- The lift surveyed is located in the entrance area, to the left of the stairs and escalator.
- The distance from the store entrance on the left is 10m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- Levels 0 and 1 are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 139cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 139cm (width) x 215cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
- Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a separate door to exit and a visual floor indicator.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Escalators (to Upper Entrance Foyer)
- The escalators surveyed are located straight ahead after you enter via the left entrance.
- 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.
Stairs (to Upper Entrance Foyer)
- The stairs surveyed are located straight ahead after you enter via the left entrance.
- Levels 0 and 1 can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
- 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 vinyl.
- 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 are sofas 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.
- There is step-free access to the play area.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the play area.
- The play area is clearly signed.
- The play area counter is at a height of 101cm.
- 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 is stepped access to rear part of the play area.
- There is an/are 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.
Toilet with Adaptations (Småland - Left Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located in the Småland play area.
- The distance from the Småland entrance is 6m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is no signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a medium visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 84cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 150cm (width) x 279cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 83cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 50cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 87cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 93cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 90cm from the floor.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- 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 waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is music played in this facility.
Changing Places (Entrance Foyer and Checkouts - Transfer Both Sides)
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Location and Access
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- The Changing Places facility surveyed is located in the entrance foyer.
- The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
- The distance from the entrance foyer lift is 10m.
- 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 signage on or near the door.
- A RADAR key is required for access to this facility.
- The door opens outwards and has a medium visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a medium visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the facility are 296cm (width) x 400cm (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.
- The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 145cm.
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 80cm.
- There is a push button flush on top of the cistern.
- There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
- There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown rails have a medium visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
- The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 98cm from the floor.
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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 160cm.
- 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 visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 104cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 90cm from the floor.
- A wide paper roll dispenser is available.
- The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 95cm.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 80cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The facility has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 97cm and 132cm from the floor.
- A privacy screen is not available.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is music played in this facility.
Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Entrance Foyer and Checkouts - Family Toilet)
- The room surveyed is located to the left as you exit the lift.
- The distance from the entrance foyer lift is 15m.
- 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 outwards and has a medium visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 85cm.
- There is a toilet, a wash basin, a hand dryer 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 visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is music played in this facility.
Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Entrance Foyer and Checkouts)
- The room surveyed is located to the left as you exit the lift.
- The distance from the entrance foyer lift is 16m.
- 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 outwards and has a medium visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 89cm.
- There is a wash basin, a hand dryer, a mirror and a coat hook in the room.
- The wash basin has a sensor tap.
- The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- Seating available in the room includes: armchairs.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is music played in this facility.
Lift (to Showroom and Restaurant)
- The lift surveyed is located to the left of the stairs and escalator in the entrance foyer.
- The distance from the entrance foyer lift is 14m.
- 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 visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 139cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 139cm (width) x 207cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
- Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and a list of floor services/facilities.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Escalators (Showroom and Restaurant)
- The escalators surveyed are located in the entrance foyer.
- 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.
Stairs (Showroom and Restaurant)
- The stairs surveyed are located in the entrance foyer.
- Levels 1 and 2 can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps have some clear markings and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
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 children's IKEA.
There is a shortcut between workspaces and children's IKEA. - The majority of shortcut widths are over 120cm.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- 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 and numbering on a blue background.
There are directional arrows projected onto the floor. - 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 (BESTÅ)
- The planning area is located in the living room section 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 medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the planning area.
- There are bar type stools only.
- There is not 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.
Planning Area (Kitchen)
- The planning area is located in the kitchen section 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 medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- The standard height for desks is 72cm.
- 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.
Planning Area (Wardrobes and Storage)
- The planning area is located in the wardrobe and storage section 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 distance between the floor and the lowest desk is 70cm.
- The distance between the floor and the highest desk is 89cm.
- 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 are bar type stools and some chairs without 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.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- This area has numerous seating options, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
- 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, dairy free, lactose free, vegetarian and vegan.
- The following are available: drinking straws.
- 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 front of the food counter.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 91cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the tray rail is 85cm.
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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 high visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, sofas, benches and high stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables, high tables and booths.
- Some tables are fixed.
- The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under some of 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.
Toilet with Adaptations (Restaurant - Right Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located to the right of the restaurant.
- 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 medium visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 193cm (width) x 273cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 127cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 50cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 88cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 91cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 89cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is music played in this facility.
Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Restaurant)
- The room surveyed is located to the right of the restaurant.
- 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 outwards and has a medium visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 90cm.
- There is a wash basin, a hand dryer, a paper towel dispenser and a mirror in the room.
- The wash basin has a sensor tap.
- The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- Seating available in the room includes: armchairs.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is music played in the facility.
Lift (to Market Hall, Self-serve and Exit)
- The lift surveyed is located to the left after you exit the showroom area.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- Levels 2 and 1 are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 239cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 239cm (width) x 215cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual 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 and a list of floor services/facilities.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Stairs (to Market Hall, Self-serve and Exit)
- The stairs surveyed are located to the left as you exit the showroom area.
- Levels 2 and 1 can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
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 textiles and rugs.
There is a shortcut between home organisation and home decoration. - The majority of shortcut widths are over 120cm.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- 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.
- 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 and numbering on a blue background.
There are directional arrows projected onto the floor. - 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.
Toilet with Adaptations (Market Hall - Left Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located within the greenhouse section of the market hall.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
- 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 medium visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 209cm (width) x 220cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 141cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 50cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 88cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 90cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 90cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a waste bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 86cm.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Music is played in this facility.
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 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 high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of 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.
- 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 is location signage with white lettering and numbering on a red 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 not play background music in public areas.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
Counter (Self-serve)
- The counter is located in the self-serve area, to the right after the first left.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 111cm.
- There is a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the lowered section is 65cm.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 102cm to 133cm from the floor.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Checkouts
- The checkout area is located at the end of self-serve area.
- There is step-free level access to the checkout area.
- The venue has standard checkouts and self-serve touchscreens.
- 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 102cm.
- 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 154cm from the floor.
- The scanners for the self-serve checkouts are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The payment machines for the self-serve checkouts are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The packing areas for the self-serve checkouts are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Assistance is available at the self-serve checkouts.
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 high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- Background music is not 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 not clearly signed.
- The lighting levels at the checkouts are good.
- There is a/are checkout(s) and self service till(s).
- The height of the checkout(s) is/are 91cm.
- 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).
- Staff can provide assistance with using the self service till(s).
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the checkout(s).
- The chip & pin card machines are accessible from the checkout(s) (portable).
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Comments
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- There are two self-service tills.
- The height of the self-serve touchscreen display ranges from 118cm to 152cm from the floor.
- The chip and pin card machine is at a height of 95cm.
- There are two self-service tills.
Eating and Drinking (Bistro)
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Location and Service
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- The bistro is located 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 and staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
- Full table service is not available.
- Menus are digital, online and displayed on the counter.
- The following dietary requirements can be catered for: 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 straight ahead after you exit the checkouts.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 90cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has windows which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
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Seating Area
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- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
- There is 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 visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: high stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
- The tables are fixed.
- The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Counter (Returns and Delivery)
- The counter is located to the right after you exit the checkouts.
- 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 57cm.
- 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 and working at the time of the survey.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The hearing assistance is only available on counters 1 and 3.
- 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: armchairs and sofas.
- Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
Counter (Collection Point)
- The counter is located to the right after you exit the checkouts.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 102cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
- The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The hearing assistance is only available on the left hand counter.
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 open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 217cm.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is a second set of double automatic doors.
- The second set of doors open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 221cm.
- The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you exit.
Lift (to Car Parking Areas)
- The lift surveyed is located to the right after you exit the store.
- The distance from the store exit is 10m.
- 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 visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual 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 295cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have a low visual contrast and tactile markings.
- Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities and a visual floor indicator.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Travelators (to Car Parking Areas)
- The travelators surveyed are located to the left after you exit the store.
- 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.
Stairs (to Car Parking Areas)
- The stairs surveyed are located to the left after you exit the store.
- Levels 1 and 0 can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps have some clear markings and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Parking (Loading Zone - Open Air Car Park)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located to the right after you exit lifts from the store exit.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- Parking is free for all users.
Parking (Loading Zone - Sheltered Car Park)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located to the left after you exit the lifts from the store exit.
- The car park is sheltered.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac.
- The height of the restriction barrier is 240cm.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- Parking is free for all users.