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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include early years hub, youth club, social club for the over 55's, and room hire.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include Whittington Park Community Nursery.
• Related link to early years services.
• Https://www.whittingtonpca.org.uk/early-years-hub
• Related link to the youth club services.
• Https://www.whittingtonpca.org.uk/youth-club
• Related link to over 55's services.
• Https://www.whittingtonpca.org.uk/over-55

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Location

• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Upper Holloway.
• The nearest underground station is Archway.

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Opening Times (Office)

• Monday 14:00 - 17:00.
• Monday 09:30 - 13:00.
• Tuesday 14:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:30 - 13:00.
• Wednesday 14:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:30 - 13:00.
• Thursday 14:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:30 - 13:00.
• Friday 09:30 - 13:00.
• Friday 14:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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  • Opening times for the venue itself depend on events and activities. Please contact the venue on 020 7272 1847 for details.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 180cm x 500cm (5ft 11in x 16ft 5in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located on Yerbury Road and Rupert Road.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Yerbury Road.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Pay & Display parking is located on Yerbury Road.
  • Standard parking bays are 208cm wide.

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Outside Access (Lower Hocking Hall Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right side of the building, off Rupert Road.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 136cm (4ft 6in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located to the left of the entrance.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 21cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• Comments View
  • There is an additional entrance directly into Lower Hocking Hall to the left of this entrance.
  • The double width doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 97cm.
  • There is a deep step at the threshold of this entrance.
  • These doors can only be opened from the inside.

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Access Point (Main Entrance)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located at the front of the building, off Yerbury Road.
  • There is an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is step-free access at this access point.
  • There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
  • The gate is easy to open.
  • The gate has a sliding bolt lock.
  • The width of the gap is 90cm.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, off Yerbury Road.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 157cm (5ft 2in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 64cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
• Comments View
  • There is an exit button 134cm from the floor.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Dining Room

• The dining room is located second on the right after reception.
• The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 60cm - 68cm.
• The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
• There is seating without armrests only.
• No tables or chairs are permanently fixed.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
• The flooring includes patterns which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located left after reception, then through 2 sets of doors.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby on the ground floor and on the first floor.
• The lift is approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 108cm x 138cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 6in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
  • There is not a landing.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Other View
  • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are Leaping Lizards Day Nursery.

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Other Floors (Rear)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
• Comments View
  • These stairs are located near the Lower Hocking Hall entrance.

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Accessible Toilet (Reception - Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located in the reception area.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 130cm x 155cm (4ft 3in x 5ft 1in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 118cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 83cm (2ft 9in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a low colour contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 112cm (3ft 8in).
• Comments View
  • There is a raised toilet seat and frame available.

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Accessible Toilet (Ground Floor Hall - No Transfer Space)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located left after reception, then through 2 sets of doors.
    This toilet is located in the corridor next to the hall, opposite the lift.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 136cm x 224cm (4ft 6in x 7ft 4in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a lateral transfer space.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are waste paper pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 163cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 79cm (2ft 7in).
• Comments View
  • There is a second wash basin in the cubicle at a height of 86cm from the floor.
  • The second wash basin obstructs the toilet transfer space.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Reception)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the right after reception.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the female toilets are good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the left after reception, at the bottom of the stairs.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the male toilets are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located left after reception, then through 2 sets of doors, on the left.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 23m (25yd 6in) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the shared toilets are good.
• Comments View
  • There are 2 adjacent standard toilet cubicles off the corridor.
  • The right hand cubicle is ambulant.
  • There are additional shared standard toilets off the main hall.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Second Floor)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located on the second floor, near the Upper Hocking Hall.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels in the shared toilets are good.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar shared standard toilet on the second floor at the top of the rear stairs.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service cannot be requested.
• Home visits / services are available.

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• Comments View
  • The centre offers a lunch home delivery service.