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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • From the A21/Lamberhurst Bypass (south), head south-west on the Lamberhurst Bypass/A21.
    At the roundabout, take the second exit onto the A21. Turn right onto Bewlbridge Lane and after 1 mile, turn left.
    The venue will be located on the left.
  • The venue has its own car park.
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • The nearest bus stop is located at The Vineyard (The Down, Lamberhurst TN3 8EU), approximately 2 miles away.
  • For more information on travelling by bus please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Wadhurst.
  • Wadhurst Train Station is approximately 4 miles away.
  • For more information on Wadhurst Train Station please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on Southeastern Railway please click here (opens new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• Bewl Water Education Centre please click here (new tab).
• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
• British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request.
• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are mobility aids available.
• The mobility aids available include mobile hoists, wheelchairs and adjustable beds.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact any available member of staff.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own parking facilities.

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• Parking View
  • The car park is located at the front of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is loose chippings.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 240cm x 480cm.
  • There is a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
• Paying View
  • There are no parking charges for the car park.
  • Parking is free for visitors of the venue.
• Access from the Car Park View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are loose chippings.
  • The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac and loose chippings.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).
• Comments View
  • At the time of the survey, the Blue Badge bays had bench seating on them as part of a Covid "bubble" area for visiting students.

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Sports/Activities

• There are a number of sporting activities available at the centre which includes courses in dinghy sailing, windsurfing, powerboating, SUPing, kayaking and canoeing, and rock climbing.
• Courses are run for all levels, from complete beginners to instructor level.
• Please contact the centre for more information, timetables and accessibility.

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Residential Accommodation

• This venue provides housing.
• There are 2 buildings on this site.
• There are 10 residential rooms in this building.
• There is accessible accommodation within this building.
• Accessible accommodation is located at the beginning of the rooms block, residential wing.
• Within the accessible bedrooms there are ensuite facilities that include a wheel-in shower with a flip-down seat and vertical handrails on each side.
  There is also an accessible toilet with a dropdown handrail and a transfer space.
  The basins have handrails on each side.
• There is not accessible accommodation with a ceiling tracking hoist.
• A mobile hoist is available.
• The building has 1 storey(s).
• Services/facilities within the building include; 10 residential rooms, 3 being accessible bedrooms.
  There is an accessible bathroom in the activities wing, standard changing rooms, a lecture room for tuition, and a kitchen and dining area for residents.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include a lecture room and standard changing facilities.
  There is an outdoor adventure area, and an archery and axe throwing area.
  The centre is on the lakeside and provides various sailing/boating activities.

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Approach (Car Park to The Lodge)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is loose chippings.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a steep gradient.
• Comments View
  • There is a road to cross between the main building car park and The Lodge. The Lodge does have enough room outside for visitors to be dropped off although there is not a designated parking or drop-off area.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - The Lodge)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front right of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 90cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Room(s) (The Lodge)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was The Lodge.
  • The Lodge is located opposite the main buiding.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is not available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
  • There is a hearing assistance system for the room(s) available on request.
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are some chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is laminate.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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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.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance sign says 'Bewl Water Outdoor Centre'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located immediately to your right as you enter the main entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is low (76cm or lower).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing system is available only on request.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are not provided in the reception area.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is laminate.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
• Comments View
  • There is a refreshments table within the reception area at a height of 90cm.
  • There are stools without armrests available.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl and laminate.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • This venue does not play background music in public areas.
  • There is a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
  • The system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
• Audio View
  • The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.

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Room(s) (Equipment)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was Equipment.
  • Equipment is located on the main corridor of the activities wing.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single (with a locked extension leaf).
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is a hearing assistance system for the room(s) available on request.
  • There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is laminate.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Room(s) (Lecture Room)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was Lecture Room.
  • Lecture Room is located within the reception foyer.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single (with a locked extension leaf).
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is a hearing assistance system for the room(s) available on request.
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is laminate.
  • There is flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • There is a second entrance door into the lecture room that is 80cm wide, single, heavy, and manual that opens away from you and has level access.

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Kitchen (Residents)

• The kitchen is located on the main corridor within the residents wing.
• There is step-free access to the kitchen.
• There is a/are door(s) to access the kitchen.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
• The width of the door opening is 90cm.
• There is not ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the kitchen.
• The height of the work surfaces are 90cm (2ft 11in).
• There is not a dual height refreshment counter.
• There is not a work surface with a clear knee recess.
• There is not a height adjustable work surface.
• The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
• There are sofas and chairs without armrests within the kitchen.
• Tables are not permanently fixed.
• Chairs are not permanently fixed.
• Vending machines are not available.
• Takeaway cups are available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • The tables were not set out at the time of the survey.

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Washroom (Activities Wing)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a toilet, a wheel in shower and a wash basin.
  • The washroom surveyed is located through the first door on your right as you enter the activities wing.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 15m from the main entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the building.
  • This washroom is shared.
  • There is Braille, pictorial and written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a locking handle.
  • The door(s) is/are light to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 240cm x 250cm.
  • The washroom does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is not a coat hook in the washroom.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm .
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The tap type is lever. It is a mixer tap
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 115cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 105cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The cistern is close coupled and can act as a back rest.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 170cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 75cm.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are low.

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Changing Area (Male - Activities Wing)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located on the main corridor in the activities wing.
  • The changing area is approximately 20m from the main entrance.
  • The changing area is approximately 15m from reception.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard showers and standard toilets.
  • This is a male changing area.
  • Similar female changing area(s) are available.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is laminate.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are not lockers within the changing area.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are moderate to good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The height of the shower head(s) is/are 200cm.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are push.
  • There is no seat for the shower(s).
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
  • There are horizontal grab rails on both sides of the seat.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are moderate to good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are not available.

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Changing Area (Female - Activities Wing)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located at the end of the main corridor in the activities wing.
  • The changing area is approximately 28m from the main entrance.
  • The changing area is approximately 26m from reception.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard showers and standard toilets.
  • This is a female changing area.
  • Similar male changing area(s) are available.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is laminate.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are not lockers within the changing area.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are moderate to good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The height of the shower head(s) is/are 200cm.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are push.
  • There is no seat for the shower(s).
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
  • There are horizontal grab rails on both sides of the seat.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are moderate to good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are not available.