Access Guide
Hotel Summary
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Hotel Information
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- The hotel has its own parking facilities.
- The hotel has 114 rooms in total.
- There is an/are accessible room(s) within the hotel.
- There is/are 3 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).
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Additional Accessibility Aids
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- Vibrating pillows with flashing beacons are available on request.
- Bed raisers are not available on request.
- Bath mats are available on request.
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Conference and Meeting Facilities
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- Conference/meeting facilities are available.
- The conference/meeting facilities are located on the ground floor.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- The Hotel is Located to the south West of Ipswich Town Centre. The hotel is located close to both the A12 and A14 and is accessed off the A1071.
- This hotel has a car park which is free for all users.
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By Bus
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- There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the hotel.
- There is a bus stop on the A1071 next to Poplar Lane.
- For more information on local bus services please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Ipswich .
- Ipswich Station is approximately 2.5 miles from the hotel. There are several bus and taxi routes which run to the hotel.
- For more information on National Rail please click here (opens new tab).
Getting Help and Assistance
- There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
- There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
- Staff receive disability awareness/equality training.
- 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.
- 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 green areas surrounding the hotel.
- Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
- There are mobility aids available.
- The mobility aids available include wheelchairs.
- To obtain mobility aids please contact reception.
Parking
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Parking
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- The hotel does have its own parking facilities.
- The car park is located at the front, sides and rear 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.
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Blue Badge Parking
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- There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
- The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
- There is/are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 230cm x 440cm (7ft 7in x 14ft 5in).
- The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to one side and the rear.
- The marked zones around the Blue Badge parking bay(s) have at least the recommended width of 120cm.
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
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Paying
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- There are no parking charges for the car park.
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Access from the Car Park
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- The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
- The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
- The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac and block paving.
- 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 15m (16yd 1ft) from the hotel entrance.
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Drop-off Point(s)
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- There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).
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Comments
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- Please register you car at reception for free parking. Failure to comply may result in £100 fine.
Outside Access (Hotel Entrance)
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Entrance
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- 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.
- There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the opening is 150cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the opening is 146cm.
- There is a slope with a very easy incline.
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Comments
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- The main door is locked at midnight.
- Access can be gained by calling 01473 786 700.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located to the left as you enter the hotel entrance.
- The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) 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 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 hearing assistance system.
- Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the reception area.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is wood.
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Reception Seating Area
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- There is a seating area close to the reception point.
- Access to the seating area is unobstructed.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
- There is/are 3 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to Millers Bar and the Junction Restaurant.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a platform lift which overcomes the steps.
- The steps are shown in photographs 3, 4 and 5.
- There is/are 5 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to Rooms 106-116 , 126-171, the Cardinal Suite and Syndicate Rooms.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a platform lift which overcomes the steps.
- The steps are shown in photographs 6, 7 and 8.
- There is a steep ramp, with handrails on both sides, for access to the leisure facilities.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 137cm (4ft 6in).
- The ramp is shown in photographs 9 and 10.
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Circulation
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- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and laminate.
- 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 all corridors/walkways.
- The lighting levels are varied.
- Access to other floors/levels is via stairs.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
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Audio
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- This venue does play background music in public areas.
- Music is played in the reception foyer and restaurant/bars.
Lift (Bar and Restaurant)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located in the reception lobby, to the right as you enter.
- The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the hotel entrance.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the 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.
- The external controls for the lift are 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 low.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 80cm x 140cm (2ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
- There are 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 internal 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.
Eating and Drinking (Bar - Open Lobby Area)
- The following information is for the bar.
- The bar is located on the ground floor, to the right of reception as you enter.
- There is step-free access, via lift, to the 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 within the 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 vinyl.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
- The nearest table is approximately 5m from the entrance/opening.
- The nearest table is approximately 5m from the till/counter.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 50cm.
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 106cm.
- The standard height for tables is 75cm.
- 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.
Eating and Drinking (Restaurant)
- The following information is for the restaurant.
- The restaurant is located on the ground floor, to the right of reception as you enter and to the left.
- There is step-free access, via lift, to the restaurant.
- Full table service is available.
- There is not a hearing assistance system .
- There is step-free access, via lift, within the restaurant.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- This area does play background music.
- The type of flooring in this area is tiles and laminate.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- Some 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 5m from the till/counter.
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 105cm.
- The standard height for tables is 74cm.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Takeaway cutlery is not available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- There are hand held menus and wall 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 an a la carté menu.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Comments
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- The bar and restaurant areas are contigious and the full menu is available in both.
- The self-service breakfast bar is 90cm high.
- Food and drink can be ordered via QR code, but assistance and physical menus are also available.
Lift (Platform Lift to Rooms 106-116 and 126-171, The Cardinal Suite and the Syndicate Rooms)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located in the connecting corridor to the left of reception.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 34m (37yd 7in) from the hotel entrance.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby on the ground floor.
- There is a single heavy door to access the lift. The width of the door opening is 87cm.
- 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 contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
- The clear door width is 87cm (2ft 10in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 86cm x 140cm (2ft 10in x 4ft 7in).
- There are 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 internal 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.
- There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
Conference / Meeting Facilities (Cardinal Suite)
- Conference/meeting facilities are available.
- The conference/meeting facilities are located on the ground floor, to the right of the hotel entrance.
- There is step-free access to the conference/meeting facilities, via lift.
- 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.
Conference / Meeting Facilities (Wolsey Suite)
- Conference/meeting facilities are available.
- The conference/meeting facilities are located on the ground floor, to the right as you enter the hotel entrance.
- There is step-free access to the conference/meeting facilities, via lift.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- There is 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 adjustable.
Accessible Room(s) (Rooms 105, 131 and 135)
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Accessible Room Information
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- The details in this section relates to the accessible room(s) with a lowered bath.
- This type of accessible room is located on the ground floor.
- There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
- Accessible rooms of this type have specifications that may vary.
- 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).
- The narrowest width of the corridor leading to the room surveyed was 130cm.
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Bedroom Features
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- The accessible room surveyed is located on the ground floor, in the corridor to the left of reception.
- The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 105.
- There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed.
- There is numbered signage on or near the accessible room door.
- The door is manual with a key card lock.
- The fob/card reader height is 119cm.
- The width of the door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
- There are lowered spy holes available.
- The bed type is double.
- The bed height is not adjustable.
- The height of the bed is 60cm (1ft 12in).
- The measurement between the bed base and floor is 13cm (5in).
- The bed is not moveable.
- The room does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
- The height of the desk is 76cm.
- The desk is not height adjustable.
- The desk knee recess has the recommended dimensions of 70cm (height) x 50cm (depth).
- The room surveyed had a height adjustable chair with armrests and an armchair.
- 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.
- The window control type(s) for the room is a/are standard lever(s).
- 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).
- There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
- The type of flooring is carpet.
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Ensuite Facilities
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- The ensuite door opens outwards.
- The door weight is heavy.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the door to the ensuite is 85cm (2ft 9in).
- The dimensions of the ensuite are 224cm x 195cm (7ft 4in x 6ft 5in).
- The ensuite does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm in front of the toilet seat.
- The ensuite has not got a non-slip floor.
- There is an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
- The emergency pull cord alarm in the ensuite is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
- 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 79cm.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
- The tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is not a soap dispenser.
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Toilet Details
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- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 51cm (1ft 8in).
- The toilet has a lid.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 112cm (3ft 8in).
- 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 a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- There is 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
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Bath Details
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- The ensuite has a lowered bath.
- The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
- The tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is a shower over the bath.
- The shower head is height adjustable.
- The shower control type is lever.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the bath.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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 poor.
- The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is poor.
- The colour contrast between the ensuite walls and floor is poor.
- 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 toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
- The lighting levels in the room are adjustable.
- The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.
Standard Room(s) (Room 149)
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Bedroom Features
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- The room surveyed is located on the ground floor, in the corridor to the left as you exit the platform lift.
- The room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 149.
- There is step-free access to the room surveyed, via lift.
- There is numbered signage on or near the room door.
- The width of the door is 69cm (2ft 3in).
- The bed type is double.
- The height of the bed is 60cm (1ft 12in).
- The measurement between the bed base and floor is 13cm (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 bath.
- The ensuite door opens inwards.
- The width of the door to the ensuite is 70cm (2ft 4in).
- 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.
- Wall-mounted grab rails are available for the bath.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The colour contrast between the external hotel room door and wall is poor.
- 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 fair.
- The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
- The lighting levels in the room are adjustable.
- The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.
Standard Room(s) (Executive Room 109)
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Bedroom Features
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- The room surveyed is located on the ground floor, in the corridor to the right as you exit the platform lift.
- The room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 109.
- There is step-free access to the room surveyed, via lift.
- There is numbered signage on or near the room door.
- The width of the door is 69cm (2ft 3in).
- The bed type is double.
- The height of the bed is 67cm (2ft 2in).
- The measurement between the bed base and floor is 20cm (8in).
- 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 70cm (2ft 4in).
- 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.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The colour contrast between the external hotel room door and wall is poor.
- The colour contrast between the internal hotel room door and wall is fair.
- 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.
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Comments
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- There is a deep step to access the shower.
Other Floors
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are for public use.
- The stairs are located in the corridor to the left of reception.
- The stairs are approximately 46m 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 depth 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 not 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.
Toilet with Adaptations (Female)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located To the right of reception then to the left.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the platform lift.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is not a shared toilet.
- Separate female and male accessible toilets are located in the standard toilets.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens inwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 247cm x 242cm (8ft 1in x 7ft 11in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The toilet has not got a non-slip floor.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 177cm.
- There is a flush 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 fully functional.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 117cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is 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 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 backrest.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
- 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).
- 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 87cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- 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).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is low.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- 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 96cm (3ft 2in).
Toilet with Adaptations (Male)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, in the standard male toilets to the right after reception and then to the left.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the platform lift.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is not a shared toilet.
- Separate female and male accessible toilets are located in the standard toilets.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens inwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 89cm.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 197cm x 242cm (6ft 6in x 7ft 11in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The toilet has not got a non-slip floor.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 124cm.
- There is a flush 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 fully functional.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are non-infectious waste disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 117cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is 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 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 backrest.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
- 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).
- 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 88cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- 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).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is low.
- The lighting levels are good.
Standard Toilet(s)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female Toilet(s)
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- The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, between the Junction Restaurant and Millers Bar.
- The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the platform lift.
- There is step-free access into the female toilet(s), via lift.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Access to Standard Male Toilet(s)
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- The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, between the Junction Restaurant and Millers Bar.
- The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the platform lift.
- There is step-free access into the male toilet(s), via lift.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are good.