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Civic Centre 1 and Registrars

Civic Centre 1, Huddersfield, HD1 2NF

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Introduction

  • Services / facilities within the building include Registrar services.

Location

  • There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
  • The nearest National Rail station is Huddersfield.

Opening Times (Office Accommodation/Meeting Space)

Opening Times (Register Office - by appointment only)

  • Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
  • Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
  • Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
  • Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
  • Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
  • Saturday 09:00 - 12:00.
  • Sunday Closed.

Parking (Public Car Park and On Street Parking)

  • The venue does not have its own car park.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
    • The name of the car park is Civic Centre Car Park.
    • The car park is located on Albion Street.
    • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
  • On Street Blue Badge Parking View
    • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
    • On street Blue Badge parking is located on Albion Street.
  • On Street Standard Parking View
    • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
    • Standard marked parking bays are located on Albion Street.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • Comments View
    • The Blue Badge on street parking bays are not individually marked.
    • The width is 275cm.
    • There is room for 2 cars.
    • The standard on street parking bays are not individually marked.
    • The width of the bays is 195cm.
    • There is room for approximately 12 cars.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
    • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 154cm.
    • 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 (towards you).
    • The automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
    • The push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 150cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located on the path, leading to the building.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is 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 the left going up.
    • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
  • Step(s) View
    • The step(s) is/are located to the left of the ramp on Market Street.
    • There is/are 13 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 12cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • Handrails are not 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.

Reception (Main)

  • The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
  • The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.
  • Comments View
    • There is a mixture of seating in the reception area, with and without armrests.
    • The reception desk has a security glass screen.

Inside Access

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

Entrance (Registrar Area)

  • This information is for the entrance located ahead as you enter the building via the main entrance, just before the registrar area.
  • Entrance View
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
    • The push pad or push button is 116cm from floor level.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 173cm.

Reception (Registrar Area)

  • The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the registrar entrance.
  • There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
  • The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Comments View
    • There is a mixture of seating, with and without armrests, to the left of the reception area.

Register Office Appointment Room - Castle Room

  • There are 4 similar interviews rooms available.
  • The room surveyed was Castle room.
  • Castle room is located to the left as you enter the Registrar area.
  • There are 2 rooms located to the left and 2 to the right as you enter the area.
  • There is step free access to the interview rooms.
  • There is a door to Castle room.
  • The door is operated by swipe card and will be opened by a member of staff.
  • The door opens away from you (push).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is 88cm wide.
  • The flooring is carpet.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a fixed table at a height of 73cm.
  • There are chairs without armrests.

Changing Places

  • Location and Access View
    • The facility is located in the main corridor to the right as you enter the building, just before the registrar area.
    • The facility is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
    • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
    • The facility is located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
    • There is level access to the facility.
    • The facility surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
    • There is a high visual contrast between the external door and wall .
    • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
    • You do not need a key for the facility.
    • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
    • The door opens outwards (automatically).
    • The door is locked by a push button or pad.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The width of the door is 102cm (3ft 4in).
    • The dimensions of the facility are 274cm x 390cm.
    • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
    • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
    • The facility has a non-slip floor.
    • There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
  • Toilet Details View
    • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
    • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 175cm (5ft 9in).
    • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 79cm (2ft 7in).
    • Dropdown rails are provided.
    • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • There is a high visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
    • As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
    • There is a high visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall .
    • There is a high visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
    • There is a spatula flush.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 101cm.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • There is a high visual contrast between the toilet seat and pan.
    • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
    • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
    • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
    • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
    • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
    • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
  • Shower Details View
    • There is not a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • Other Facilities View
    • A privacy screen is available.
    • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
    • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • There is a high visual contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall.
    • There is a soap dispenser.
    • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
    • The wide paper roll dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
    • The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 108cm.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
    • The height of the hand dryer is 83cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is a/are sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
    • There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
    • There is a coat hook.
    • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 101cm and 146cm from the floor.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
    • The lighting levels are good.
  • Comments View
    • The soap dispenser is located on the mirror of the height adjustable sink unit.
    • There is a shelf. The shelf is 96cm.
    • The shelf is at a suitable height for seated and standing users.
    • The shelf has all the requirements necessary for a stoma user.
    • A baby changing table is available.

Standard Toilet(s)

Additional Info

  • Documents are not available in Braille.
  • Documents are not available in large print.
  • A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
  • An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
  • The assistance dog toilet area is located on the grass areas surrounding the building.
  • Home visits / services are not available.
  • Comments View
    • Home Visits can be requested for the Registrars only in exceptional circumstances.