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Hotel Summary

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• Hotel Information View
  • The hotel has its own parking facilities.
  • The hotel has 105 rooms in total.
  • There is an/are accessible room(s) within the hotel.
  • This hotel has its own restaurant located on the ground floor.
  • There is/are 2 accessible room(s) with a wet room/wheel in shower.
  • 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.
• 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
  • This hotel is located on the outskirts of Northampton, on the A428.
  • The hotel has its own parking facilities.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the hotel.
  • The nearest bus stop is located on the opposite side of the A428, approximately 200 metres from the hotel.
  • For more information on Northamptonshire Buses please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Northampton.
  • Northampton Station is situated in the centre of Northampton, located approximately 2.6 miles from the hotel. There are bus and taxi routes to the hotel from the station.
  • For more information on Northampton Rail please click here (opens new tab).

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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 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 grass areas outside the hotel.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are mobility aids available.
• The mobility aids available include wheelchairs and shower chairs.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact reception.

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Parking

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• Parking View
  • The hotel does have its own parking facilities.
  • The car park is located at the 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.
• Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • 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 518cm x 310cm (16ft 12in x 10ft 2in).
  • 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is not clearly signposted.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance is block paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • There is no tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the hotel main entrance.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).

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Outside Access (Hotel Main 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 ramped/sloped or stepped 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 133cm (4ft 4in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 78cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 148cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 141cm.
  • There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 111cm (3ft 8in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 3 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
  • 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.

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Outside Access (Hotel Side Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the hotel.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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 not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 120cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 94cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 124cm (4ft 1in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 6 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
  • 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.

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Outside Access (Hotel Rear Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the hotel.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not 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.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 124cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • There is/are 6 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up the step(s).
  • 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.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the right along the main corridor, and then to the left as you enter the lift lobby area.
  • The reception point is approximately 53m (57yd 2ft) from the side 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 a lowered section of the counter.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/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.
  • 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 tiles.
• Reception Seating Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and tiles.
  • 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 varied.
  • Access to other floors/levels is via stairs and lift.
• 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 reception and the restaurant.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.

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Step(s) (Restaurant/Bar)

• There is a/are step(s) located to the left as you enter via the main entrance.
• The step(s) is/are used to access the restaurant.
• There is/are 3 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The going of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
• 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.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.

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Lift (Restaurant/Bar)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the ground floor, in the main reception lobby area.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 58m (63yd 1ft) from the side 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.
• 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 High.
• The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 92cm x 140cm (3ft 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 controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The height of the lift controls are 81cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Eating and Drinking (Restaurant/Bar)

• The following information is for the restaurant/bar.
• The restaurant/bar is located to the left of the main reception lobby.
• There is step-free access, via lift, to the restaurant/bar.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food and/or drinks can be brought to the table.
• 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 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 tiles.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
• The nearest table is approximately 2m from the entrance/opening.
• The nearest table is approximately 3m from the till/counter.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 36cm.
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 73cm.
• Takeaway cups are available.
• Takeaway cutlery is 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 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 hot and cold meals and snacks.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Conference / Meeting Facilities (Oakham Suite)

• Conference/meeting facilities are available.
• The conference/meeting facilities are located on the ground floor, at the end of the main corridor as you enter via the side entrance.
• 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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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the ground floor, in the rear left corridor.
  • The fitness suite is 51m (55yd 2ft) from the side entrance.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open away from you (push).
  • The doors are single.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The opening is 76cm wide.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Accessible Room(s) (Rooms 11 and 19)

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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.
  • There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
  • All accessible rooms of this type have similar specifications.
  • 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 144cm.
  • The room surveyed has an adjoining room.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The accessible room surveyed is located on the ground floor, to the rear of reception.
  • The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 11.
  • There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed.
  • There is Braille and numbered signage on or near the accessible room door.
  • The door is manual with a key card lock.
  • The fob/card reader height is 108cm.
  • 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 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 75cm.
  • 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 75cm x 58cm.
  • The room surveyed had a desk chair without armrests and an armchair.
  • Wardrobes have not been adapted to allow use from a seated position.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • Electric sockets are not between 40cm and 100cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • Electric sockets are not 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 not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • There are USB ports on either side of the bed rather than plug sockets.
• Ensuite Facilities View
  • The ensuite door opens outwards.
  • The door weight is light.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the door to the ensuite is 79cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 236cm x 188cm (7ft 9in x 6ft 2in).
  • 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 tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • 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 not 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 77cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at 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 a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • 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 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 67cm (2ft 2in).
• Shower Details View
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • Shower controls have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • A shower chair is available.
  • 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 good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
  • 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 good.
  • The colour contrast between the ensuite walls and floor is good.
  • 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 good.
  • Lighting levels in the room are at least 100 lux at floor level.
  • The lighting levels in the ensuite are moderate to good.
  • Lighting levels in the ensuite are at least 200 lux at floor level.

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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 ahead as you enter through the side entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 2m from the side entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, single 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, 1 and 2.
  • 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 not 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.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the rear of reception.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 52m (56yd 2ft) from the side entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1 and 2.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are 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 high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
• The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 133cm x 139cm (4ft 4in x 4ft 7in).
• There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.
• There is a/are similar lift(s) available.

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Standard Room(s) (Room 102)

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• Bedroom Features View
  • The room surveyed is located on the first floor, to the right after you exit the lift.
  • The room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 102.
  • There is step-free access to the room surveyed, via lift.
  • There is Braille and numbered signage on or near the room door.
  • The width of the door is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The bed type is double.
  • The height of the bed is 60cm (1ft 12in).
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 5cm (2in).
  • Light switches are 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, a bath 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 room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
  • 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 walls and floor in the ensuite is good.
  • The lighting levels in the room are low to moderate.
  • The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.

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Standard Room(s) (Suite 120)

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• Bedroom Features View
  • The room surveyed is located on the first floor, to the right as you exit the lift.
  • The room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 120.
  • There is step-free access to the room surveyed, via lift.
  • There is Braille, tactile, written and 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 60cm (1ft 12in).
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 6cm (2in).
  • Light switches are 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, a bath and a shower.
  • The ensuite door opens inwards.
  • The width of the door to the ensuite is 66cm (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 fair.
  • The colour contrast between the internal hotel room door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the hotel room walls and floor is fair.
  • 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 walls and floor in the ensuite is fair.
  • The lighting levels in the room are good.
  • The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.

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Standard Room(s) (Executive Room 122)

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• Bedroom Features View
  • The room surveyed is located on the first floor, to the right as you exit the lift.
  • The room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 122.
  • There is step-free access to the room surveyed, via lift.
  • There is Braille, tactile, written and numbered signage on or near the room door.
  • The width of the door is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The bed type is double.
  • The height of the bed is 60cm (1ft 12in).
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 6cm (2in).
  • Light switches are 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 64cm (2ft 1in).
  • 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 fair.
  • The colour contrast between the internal hotel room door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the hotel room walls and floor is fair.
  • 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 walls and floor in the ensuite is fair.
  • The lighting levels in the room are good.
  • The lighting levels in the ensuite 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, to the rear left of reception.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the side 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 tactile, pictorial and written text 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 85cm.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 165cm x 166cm (5ft 5in x 5ft 5in).
  • 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 101cm.
  • 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 fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are pedal bin and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 112cm from the floor.
• 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 a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The shelf is not between 90cm and 100cm.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (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 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 is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side 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 96cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 102cm (3ft 4in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 111cm (3ft 8in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is medium.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is medium.
  • 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.
• 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 95cm (3ft 1in).

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, to the rear of reception.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 51m (55yd 2ft) from the side entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the female and male toilet(s).
  • There is Braille and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.