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Hotel Summary

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• Hotel Information View
  • The hotel has its own parking facilities.
  • The hotel has 110 rooms in total.
  • There is an/are accessible room(s) within the hotel.
  • There is/are 2 accessible room(s) with a bath.
  • There is an/are adjoining room(s) available for the accessible room(s).
  • There is an/are adjoining room(s) available for the standard room(s).
• Additional Accessibility Aids View
  • Bed raisers are not available on request.
  • Bath mats are available on request.
• Conference and Meeting Facilities View
  • Conference/meeting facilities are available.
  • The conference/meeting facilities are located on the ground floor.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The hotel is located just off the A12.
  • This hotel has a car park which is free for all users.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the hotel.
  • There are several bus routes which stop on Halstead Road close to the hotel. These routes are 82A/82B/83/83A/83B/88/88A/88B and 716.
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• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Marks Tey.
  • Marks Tey Station is in the Centre of Colchester and is approximately 3 miles from the Hotel. There are several bus and taxis routes available from the station to the hotel.
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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• Staff receive disability awareness/equality training.
• There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
• Staff do not receive deaf awareness training.
• British Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: large print on request and different languages on request.
• There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/near by.
• The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located on the grassed areas in the car park.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are not mobility aids available.

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Parking (Hotel)

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• Parking View
  • The hotel does have its own parking facilities.
  • The car park is located at the front of the hotel.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
  • There is an additional car park for visitors.
  • There is a car park outside the leisure facilities.
  • 84 and 116 223 x 474.
• Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) markings are faded.
  • There is/are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 395cm x 590cm (12ft 12in x 19ft 4in).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There are electric parking bays available. The dimensions of the bays are 223cm x 474cm. The Controls are between 84cm to 116cm.
• Paying View
  • There are no parking charges for the car park.
• 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 dropped kerbs.
  • The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac and concrete tiles.
  • There is a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • There is tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 49m (53yd 1ft) from the hotel entrance.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).
• Comments View
  • Please register your car at reception desk for free parking.

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Parking (Leisure Facilities)

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• Parking View
  • The venue does have its own parking facilities.
  • The car park is located at the front of the leisure facilities.
  • 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 tarmac.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
  • There is an additional car park for visitors.
  • There is parking available in the hotel main car park.
• Blue Badge Parking View
  • 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 380cm x 595cm (12ft 6in x 19ft 6in).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Paying View
  • There are not parking charges for the car park.
• 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 dropped kerbs.
  • The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • There is tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the leisure facilities entrance.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).
• Comments View
  • Please register your car at reception desk for free parking.

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Outside Access (Hotel Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the hotel.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The bell/buzzer is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 165cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 162cm.
  • There are bollards at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 133cm.
  • There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the left as you enter via the hotel entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the hotel entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • 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 fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.
  • 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 carpet and concrete tiles.
• Reception Seating Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building.
  • There is a steep ramp, with handrails on both sides, for access to leisure facilities.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 144cm (4ft 9in).
  • This slope is shown in photographs 4 and 5.
  • There is/are 3 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to the main restaurant seating area.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • These steps are shown in photographs 6 and 7.
  • There is/are 2 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to the main restaurant seating area.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • These steps are shown in photographs 7 and 8.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet, wood and stone.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Access to other floors/levels is via stairs.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• Audio View
  • This venue does play background music in public areas.
  • Music is played in the restaurant/bar area.

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Eating and Drinking (Restaurant/Bar)

• The following information is for the restaurant/bar.
• The restaurant/bar is located on the ground floor, to the right as you enter via the hotel entrance.
• There is step-free access, via lift, to the restaurant/bar.
• Full table service is available.
• Food and/or drinks can be ordered from the service counter.
• The height of the service counter is high (110cm+) .
• There is not a lowered section of the counter.
• There is not a hearing assistance system .
• There is step-free access, via lift, within the restaurant/bar.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• This area does play background music.
• The type of flooring in this area is carpet and wood.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
• The nearest table is approximately 6m from the entrance/opening.
• The nearest table is approximately 2m from the till/counter.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 66cm.
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 71cm.
• Takeaway cups are available.
• Takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Children are welcomed in the bar area.
• There are hand held menus available.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is a modern bar menu.
• The lighting levels are varied.
• Access to the additional seating area is via 3 medium height steps.

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• Comments View
  • Breakfast is served in the restaurant area and is self-service.

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Lift (Restaurant Lift - Additional Seating)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the right as you enter the hotel entrance.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the hotel entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is High.
• The clear door width is 95cm (3ft 1in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 82cm x 120cm (2ft 8in x 3ft 11in).
• There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Conference / Meeting Facilities (Priory-Helana Suite)

• Conference/meeting facilities are available.
• The conference/meeting facilities are located on the ground floor, opposite reception.
• There is step-free access to the conference/meeting facilities.
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room(s).
• The lighting levels in the room(s) are good.

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Conference / Meeting Facilities (Gilberd Room)

• Conference/meeting facilities are available.
• The conference/meeting facilities are located on the ground floor, in the corridor opposite reception.
• There is step-free access to the conference/meeting facilities.
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
• There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room(s).
• The lighting levels in the room(s) are good.

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Accessible Room(s) (Rooms 101, 134 and 139)

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• Accessible Room Information View
  • The details in this section relates to the accessible room(s) with a wet room/wheel in shower.
  • This type of accessible room is located on the ground floor, to the left of reception.
  • There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
  • All accessible rooms of this type have similar specifications.
  • The ensuite transfer space for the accessible rooms varies from left to right.
  • Guests do not need to open a door between the entrance and the room(s).
  • There is a clear 120cm wide route to the room surveyed.
  • The narrowest width of the corridor leading to the room surveyed was 150cm.
  • The room surveyed has an adjoining room.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The accessible room surveyed is located on the ground floor, along the corridor to the left of reception.
  • The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was 101.
  • There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed.
  • There is numbered signage on or near the accessible room door.
  • The door is key card activated.
  • The fob/card reader height is 106cm.
  • The width of the door is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • There are lowered spy holes available.
  • The bed type is single or double.
  • The bed height is not adjustable.
  • The height of the bed is 55cm (1ft 10in).
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 18cm (7in).
  • The bed is moveable.
  • The room does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
  • The height of the desk is 77cm.
  • The desk is not height adjustable.
  • The desk knee recess does not have the recommended dimensions of 70cm (height) x 50cm (depth).
  • The height and depth of the knee recess is 72cm x 36cm.
  • The room surveyed had a height adjustable chair with armrests, an armchair and a sofa.
  • Wardrobes have been adapted to allow use from a seated position.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • Electric sockets are between 40cm and 100cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • Electric sockets are accessible from the bed.
  • The window control type(s) for the room is a/are standard lever(s).
  • The window controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is an emergency alarm in the room.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm in the room is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • The emergency alarm in the room rings to reception.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
• Ensuite Facilities View
  • The ensuite door opens by sliding.
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the door to the ensuite is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 268cm x 164cm (8ft 10in x 5ft 5in).
  • The ensuite does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm in front of the toilet seat.
  • The ensuite has a non-slip floor.
  • There is an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm in the ensuite is within reach and fully functional.
  • The emergency alarm in the ensuite rings to reception.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are pedal waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf immediately next to or behind the toilet.
  • 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 80cm.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is not a soap dispenser.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on both sides.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 80cm.
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 155cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet, the wall mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 54cm (1ft 9in).
• Shower Details View
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is lever.
  • Shower controls have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower.
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • There is a single vertical grab rail to assist standing users.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is good.
  • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the ensuite walls and floor is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the shower dropdown rail(s) and wall is/are good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The lighting levels in the room are good.
  • Lighting levels in the room are at least 100 lux at floor level.
  • The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.
  • Lighting levels in the ensuite are at least 200 lux at floor level.
• Comments View
  • Room 101 is a twin room with 2 single beds, whilst Rooms 134 and 139 are both double rooms.

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Standard Room(s) (Room 118)

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• Bedroom Features View
  • The room surveyed is located on the ground floor, to the left of reception.
  • The room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 118.
  • There is step-free access to the room surveyed.
  • There is numbered signage on or near the room door.
  • The width of the door is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • The bed type is double.
  • The height of the bed is 55cm (1ft 10in).
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 12cm (5in).
  • Light switches are not within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
  • There is not an emergency alarm in the room.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The type of facilities within the ensuite include; a toilet, a wash basin and a shower.
  • The ensuite door opens inwards.
  • The width of the door to the ensuite is 67cm (2ft 2in).
  • There is not an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external hotel room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal hotel room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the hotel room walls and floor is good.
  • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the ensuite is poor.
  • The lighting levels in the room are adjustable.
  • The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.
• Comments View
  • There is a deep step to access the shower.

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Standard Room(s) (Executive Room 132)

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• Bedroom Features View
  • The room surveyed is located on the ground floor, to the left of reception.
  • The room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 132.
  • There is step-free access to the room surveyed.
  • There is written and numbered signage on or near the room door.
  • The width of the door is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The bed type is double.
  • The height of the bed is 58cm (1ft 11in).
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 12cm (5in).
  • Light switches are not within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
  • There is not an emergency alarm in the room.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The type of facilities within the ensuite include; a toilet, a wash basin and a shower.
  • The ensuite door opens inwards.
  • The width of the door to the ensuite is 67cm (2ft 2in).
  • There is not an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external hotel room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal hotel room door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the hotel room walls and floor is good.
  • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the ensuite is poor.
  • The lighting levels in the room are adjustable.
  • The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.
• Comments View
  • There is a deep step to access the shower.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are for public use.
  • The stairs are located off the main hotel corridor.
  • The stairs are approximately 42m from the hotel entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, in the corridor to the left of reception.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the hotel entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 152cm x 215cm (4ft 12in x 7ft 1in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has not got a non-slip floor.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 80cm from floor level.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 84cm.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • 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.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are pedal bin, non-infectious waste and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the right.
  • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • 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).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 104cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 123cm (4ft).
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
  • The baby change table is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 97cm (3ft 2in).

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, off the corridor to the left of reception.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the hotel entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the female toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
  • There are horizontal grab rails on both sides of the seat.
  • The wash basin tap type is twist/turn.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, off the corridor to the left of reception.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the hotel entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the male toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
  • There are horizontal grab rails on both sides of the seat.
  • The wash basin tap type is twist/turn.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.