Access Guide
Overview
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About
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- This is a leisure centre with multiple services available.
- Facilities available in the venue include: Swimming pools, Splash pool, gym, café, squash courts, multi sports halls, meeting rooms, children's indoor play area, studios and cycle studio.
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park.
- There is a public car park nearby.
- The name of the nearest car park is Springwood Car Park.
- View information on Springwood Car Park (opens new tab) .
- The nearest train station is Huddersfield.
- The nearest bus station is approximately 85 metres away on Spring Grove Street.
- For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Traveline (opens new tab).
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
- The lower ground and first floors can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
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Getting Help and Assistance
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- There is seating available.
- There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
- You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair, an electric scooter and mobility scooter charging facilities.
- Documents are available in the following formats: large print (on request) and different languages (on request).
- These can be offered through our Marketing department prior to site visit - they are not available at the Leisure Centre to hand out.
- There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
- Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.
- Staff receive the following training: Inclusivity diversity and equality training.
Toilet and Changing Facilities
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Toilet Facilities
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- There are 4 toilets with adaptations.
- Toilets with adaptations are located on the lower ground floor,next to the café, in the changing village and on the first floor near the gym entrance.
- The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
- There is one left-hand transfer toilet on the lower ground floor, two right-hand transfer toilets on the ground floor and 1 left-hand transfer toilet on the first floor.
- Ambulant toilet facilities are located in the changing village, in the standard toilets on the sports hall corridor and in the first floor standard toilets.
- The male and female toilet facilities are located next to the cafe, on the first floor near the lift and in all standard changing areas.
- The shared toilet facilities are located in the changing village.
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Changing Places and Changing Facilities
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- The changing facilities which have adaptations are located in the changing village, along the sports hall corridor and on the first floor corridor near the gym.
- Standard changing facilities are located in the changing village, along the sports hall corridor and on the first floor corridor near the gym.
- Parent and baby changing facilities are located next to the cafe, and in the changing village.
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Washroom and Shower Facilities
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- The shower facilities which have adaptations are located in the changing village, along the sports hall corridor and on the first floor corridor near the gym.
- Standard shower facilities are located in the changing village, in the changing areas on the sport hall corridor and on the first floor corridor near the gym.
Parking
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Car Park
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- The car park is located at the rear and side of the venue.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac.
- There are 9 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 470cm (depth).
- The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
- The width of the marked zone is 130cm.
- The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
- The nearest designated bay is 69m from the accessible entrance.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight ramp or slope.
- There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park is for visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
- Parking is not free for all users.
- Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
- Free parking for Blue Badge holders is restricted to 4 hours.
- Clearly presented parking signs are available.
- Payment machines are located throughout the car park.
- There is a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a level manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user in front of the payment machine (185cm x 210cm).
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop-off point available.
Entrance (Accessible Entrance)
- This entrance is located at the front of the venue.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There is an intercom at a height of 75cm.
- There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
- The door opens by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 126cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 72cm.
- There is a second set of double manual doors.
- The second set of doors are permanently held open.
- The width of the opening is 195cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
- There are two other sets of double doors either side of the ones surveyed. These open towards you, are difficult to open and are the same width as the one surveyed.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Entrance (Main Entrance)
- This entrance is located at the front of the venue.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There are double manual doors at this entrance.
- The doors open towards you.
- The doors require effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 198cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is a second set of double manual doors.
- The second set of doors are permanently held open.
- The width of the opening is 194cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
- There are two other sets of double doors either side of the ones surveyed.
These open towards you, are difficult to open and are the same width as the one surveyed. - There is step-free level access as you enter.
Reception
- The reception is located ahead as you enter.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 7m.
- There is step-free level access to reception.
- The height of the reception desk is 110cm.
- There is a lowered section at the desk.
- The height of the lowered section is 73cm.
- There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested, however it was not working at the time of the survey.
- The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 118cm to 142cm from the floor.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
- Seating available in this area includes: benches.
- Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
- Some seating is fixed.
- There are security barriers which are operated by key card.
- The narrowest gap through the security barriers is 51cm, the widest gap is 114cm and the height of the card reader is 102cm.
Eating and Drinking (Cafe)
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Location and Service
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- On the left after entering the venue.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
- Full table service is not available.
- Menus are wall-mounted, available on a board and displayed on the counter.
- The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, vegetarian and vegan.
- The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
- There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested, however it was not working at the time of the survey.
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Order and Payment
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- The service counter was surveyed.
- The counter is located ahead as you approach the cafe.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 97cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
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Seating Area
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- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, benches and high stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and high tables.
- Some tables are fixed.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Opening Times (The Pod)
- Monday 14:00 - 18:00.
- Tuesday 14:00 - 18:00.
- Wednesday 14:00 - 18:00.
- Thursday Closed.
- Friday 14:00 - 18:00.
- Saturday 13:00 - 18:00.
- Sunday 13:00 - 18:00.
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Comments
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- The Pod Cafe is currently closed (10/02/2025).
Eating and Drinking (The Pod)
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Location and Service
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- The Pod café is located just after passing through the security barriers.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
- Full table service is not available.
- Menus are wall-mounted and displayed on the counter.
- The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, vegetarian and vegan.
- The following are available: takeaway cups.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Order and Payment
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- The payment counter was surveyed.
- The counter is located just after passing through the security barriers.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 90cm.
- There is a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the lowered section is 71cm.
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Seating Area
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- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
- Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
- The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The route to the Pod also includes security barriers.
Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room
- The room surveyed is located on the corridor to the left of the cafe counter.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 25m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 100cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 91cm.
- There is a wash basin in the room.
- The wash basin has a twist turn mixer tap.
- The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Getting Around
- There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
- Access throughout may include narrow walkways.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all walkways.
- There is background noise.
- Wayfinding and dementia-friendly signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
- Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
Entrance (Stompers)
- This entrance is located at the far side of the cafe.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 109cm.
- There is a single manual door at this entrance.
- The door opens towards you.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 98cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 166cm.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Stompers
- Stompers contains 2 soft play areas.
- The entrance into the largest area is 93cm wide and has a small 6cm step.
- There are various obstacles inside.
- There is also an area for infants with a into the play area of 16cm.
- Seating includes bench seating and chairs without armrests.
- The height of the tables is 72cm and the height to the underside of the tables is 69cm.
- Lighting is even.
- There is a 150cm x 150cm turning space available.
Pool (Splash Park)
- This is an indoor splash park with waterslides.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- The following areas have stepped access: the waterslide and a small area in the middle of the splash park.
- Access throughout this area may include slippery surfaces.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- There is not an emergency alarm at poolside.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Access into the water is via a ramp, a ladder or steps.
- The ramp has no handrails.
- There are 3 steps with handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of the steps throughout its length.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The pool is staffed at all times.
- The following adaptations are available for disabled people: submersible wheelchair.
- Additional facilities include: a children's pool.
Pool (Competition Pool)
- This is an indoor swimming pool.
- There is step-free level access throughout this area.
- Access throughout this area may include slippery surfaces.
- Seating available around the pool includes: benches.
- There is not an emergency alarm at poolside.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Access into the water is via a ladder or steps.
- There is 1 step with handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of the steps throughout its length.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The pool is staffed at all times.
- The following adaptations are available for disabled people: pool lift and submersible wheelchair.
Pool (Training Pool)
- This is an indoor swimming pool.
- There is step-free level access throughout this area.
- Access throughout this area may include slippery surfaces.
- Seating available around the pool includes: benches.
- There is not an emergency alarm at poolside.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Access into the water is via a ladder or steps.
- There is 1 step with handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The steps are unmarked.
- The pool is staffed at all times.
- The following adaptations are available for disabled people: hydraulic hoist, manual hoist and submersible wheelchair.
Changing Area (Changing Village)
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Changing Area
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- The shared changing area was surveyed.
- The changing area is located to the left after passing through the security barriers.
- The distance from the accessable entrance is 20m.
- The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the changing area.
- The door opens outwards automatically and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 178cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- Facilities in this area include: changing cubicles, lockers, toilets, a changing bench, showers and baby change facilities.
- There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 90cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- There are push pads either side of the entrance that may be required to open the door under certain circumstances. The height of the push pads is 71cm.
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Toilet Facilities
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- There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
- There are ambulant toilet facilities available.
- The ambulant cubicle has horizontal grab rails on both sides.
- There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
- The wash basin has a twist turn mixer tap.
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Shower Facilities
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- There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- The shower controls are push.
- The route to the changing area also includes security barriers.
Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Inside Changing Village)
- The room surveyed is located inside the Changing Village.
- The distance from the Changing Village entrance is 26m.
- The most accessible route to the room has automatic doors and step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 98cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 80cm.
- There is a wash basin in the room.
- The wash basin has a twist turn mixer tap.
- The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The route to the room also includes security barriers.
Changing Room with Adaptations (Inside Changing Village - With Hoist)
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Location and Access
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- The changing room surveyed is located within the Changing Village.
- The distance from the Changing Village entrance is 20m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access and automatic doors.
- There is step-free level access into the changing room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 102cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- Facilities available in the changing room include: a changing table/bench, a toilet, a wash basin, a wheel-in shower, a ceiling tracking hoist which accesses all areas and a dry seat for changing.
- The dimensions of the changing room are 367cm (width) x 256cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however they are obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space on the left is 246cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- The lateral transfer space on the right is 85cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 82cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 93cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 89cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is no mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The changing room has a waste bin and a clinical waste bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 104cm and 126cm from the floor.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 46cm from the floor.
- The shower controls are lever mixer.
- There are grab rails and dropdown rails for the shower.
- The shower grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- The shower dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it was tied up at the time of the survey.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The route to the changing room also includes security barriers.
Changing Room with Adaptations (Inside Changing Village)
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Location and Access
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- The changing room surveyed is located within the Changing Village.
- The distance from the Changing Village entrance is 24m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access and automatic doors.
- There is step-free level access into the changing room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 95cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- Facilities available in the changing room include: a toilet, a wash basin, a wheel-in shower and a dry seat for changing.
- The dimensions of the changing room are 241cm (width) x 274cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left of the toilet as you look at it, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 144cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 87cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 81cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 90cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The changing room has a waste bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 105cm from the floor.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 45cm from the floor.
- The shower controls are lever mixer.
- There are grab rails and dropdown rails for the shower.
- The shower grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- The shower dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The route to the changing room also includes security barriers.
There is also a detachable showerhead which is height adjustable.
Changing Area (Male Changing)
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Changing Area
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- The male changing area was surveyed.
- The changing area is located on the left along the main corridor.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 78m.
- The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the changing area.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the door opening is 98cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- Facilities in this area include: lockers, a changing bench, changing cubicles, showers and toilets.
- There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
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Toilet Facilities
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- There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
- There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
- There is a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser available.
- The wash basin has a twist turn mixer tap.
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Shower Facilities
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- There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- The shower controls are push.
- There is no shower seat.
- The route to the changing area also includes security barriers.
In the communal shower area there is one flip down shower seat with horizontal grab rails at either side.
Changing Area (Team Changing 3)
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Changing Area
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- The gender inclusive changing area was surveyed.
- The changing area is located just off the main corridor.
- The distance from the main corridor is 3m.
- The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access and manual doors.
- There is step-free level access into the changing area.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the door opening is 100cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- Facilities in this area include: a changing bench.
- There are not lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
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Shower Facilities
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- The route to the changing area also includes security barriers.
There is a ceiling hoist available that covers the whole changing area.
There are 3 other similar team changing areas available, however only the one surveyed has a ceiling hoist.
- The route to the changing area also includes security barriers.
Changing Area (Dry Side - Male)
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Changing Area
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- The male changing area was surveyed.
- The changing area is located along the Sports Hall Corridor.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 86m.
- The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the changing area.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the door opening is 99cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- Facilities in this area include: changing cubicles, baby change facilities, toilets, a changing bench, lockers and showers.
- There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 94cm.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
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Toilet Facilities
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- There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
- There are ambulant toilet facilities available.
- The ambulant cubicle has horizontal grab rails on both sides.
- There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
- The wash basin has a twist turn mixer tap.
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Shower Facilities
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- There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- The shower controls are push.
- There is no shower seat.
- The route to the changing area also includes security barriers.
Shower with Adaptations (Within Dry Side - Male Changing Area)
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Location and Access
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- The shower surveyed is located inside the dry side - male changing area.
- The distance from the Dry Side Male Changing Area entrance is 8m.
- The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access and manual doors.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is no signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 72cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door .
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Dimensions and Features
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- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- The shower controls are push.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 58cm from the floor.
- There are grab rails and a dropdown rail for the shower.
- The grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is no mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 104cm and 134cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- The route to the shower also includes security barriers.
Changing Room with Adaptations (Accessible Changing - Dry Side (Nearer))
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Location and Access
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- The changing room surveyed is located along the Sports Hall corridor.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 69m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the changing room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 99cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- Facilities available in the changing room include: a changing table/bench, a toilet, a wash basin, a wheel-in shower, a baby change table and a ceiling tracking hoist which accesses all areas.
- The dimensions of the changing room are 462cm (width) x 263cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however the left side is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space on the left is 82cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- The lateral transfer space on the right is 62cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
- The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 91cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The changing room has a sanitary bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 87cm from the floor.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 82cm.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 46cm from the floor.
- The shower controls are lever mixer.
- There are grab rails and dropdown rails for the shower.
- The shower grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- The shower dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The route to the changing room also includes security barriers.
Changing Room with Adaptations (Accessible Changing - Dry Side (Further))
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Location and Access
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- The changing room surveyed is located along the Sports Hall corridor.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 119m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the changing room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 99cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- Facilities available in the changing room include: a changing table/bench, a toilet, a wash basin, a wheel-in shower and a ceiling tracking hoist which accesses all areas.
- The dimensions of the changing room are 357cm (width) x 217cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however the left side is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space on the left is 82cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- The lateral transfer space on the right is 139cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
- The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 90cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The changing room has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 87cm and 125cm from the floor.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 52cm from the floor.
- The shower controls are lever mixer.
- There are grab rails and dropdown rails for the shower.
- The shower grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- The shower dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The route to the changing room also includes security barriers.
Area (Main Sports Hall)
- Along the far right corridor after passing through the security barriers.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into this area.
- There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
- The doors open towards you.
- The doors require effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 92cm.
- Facilities available in this area include: multi sports courts and table tennis tables.
- There is step-free level access throughout the area.
- Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: benches.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Wayfinding signage is not provided.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Area (Small Sports Hall)
- The Small Sports Hall is located at the end of the Sports Hall corridor.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into this area.
- There is a single manual door with a medium visual contrast.
- The door has a locked extension leaf.
- The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
- The door opens towards you.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 99cm.
- Facilities available in this area include: 2 badminton courts.
- There is step-free level access throughout the area.
- Access throughout the area may include narrow walkways.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
Room (Combat Area)
- The room is located off the Sports Hall corridor.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 98m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door has a locked extension leaf.
- The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
- The door opens away from you.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 101cm.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 117cm.
- The following areas have stepped access: plastic mats which cover the majority of the room.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The flooring is shiny.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The route to the room also includes security barriers.
The matted area covers the majority of the room.
There is a ceiling hoist which covers an area from the wall into the middle of the matted area.
Room (Water Lily Room)
- The room is located on the corridor off the sports hall corridor.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 116m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 116cm.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door has a locked extension leaf.
- The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
- The door opens away from you.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 191cm.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 130cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
- The route to the room also includes security barriers.
There is a ceiling hoist available which covers approximately two thirds of the room.
Room (Training Room)
- The room is located off the Sports Hall corridor.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 111m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 116cm.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door has a locked extension leaf.
- The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
- The door opens away from you.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 101cm.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 131cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
- The route to the room also includes security barriers.
Stairs
- The stairs surveyed are located to the right after passing through the security barriers.
- The lower ground floor, ground floor and first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Lift
- The lift surveyed is located to the right of the security barriers after entering the venue.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 27m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- The lower ground floor, ground floor and first floor are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a high visual contrast and tactile markings.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 101cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 107cm (width) x 210cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have Braille markings, a high visual contrast and tactile markings.
- The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, an audible announcer and a visual floor indicator.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There are also security barriers on the route to the lift.
Area (Lower Ground Floor - Squash Court Spectators)
- On the lower ground floor.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into this area.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door has a locked extension leaf.
- The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
- The door opens away from you.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 100cm.
- There is a second door to enter the area. this has the same characteristics as the first.
- Facilities available in this area include: squash court spectators area.
- There is step-free level access throughout the area.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- Some flooring is shiny.
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: benches.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There may be background noise in this area.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Gym (First Floor - Fitness Suite)
- The gym is located along the corridor on the first floor.
- There is step-free level access into the gym.
- There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
- The doors open towards you.
- The doors require effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 184cm.
- There are also security barriers to pass through after entering the gym. The width at the widest barrier is 95cm, the width of the narrowest barrier is 50cm and the height of the card reader is 101cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- The gym is staffed when open.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
- Equipment includes free weights, cable resistance machines, upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed and arm cycles.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
Room (First Floor - Studio 4)
- The room is located along the first floor corridor.
- The distance from the lift is 41m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and a lift.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 109cm.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door opens away from you.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 98cm.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 117cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The flooring is shiny.
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles.
- There may be background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- The route to the room also includes security barriers.
There 3 other similar studios available.
Room (First Floor - Cycle Studio)
- The room is located along the first floor corridor.
- The distance from the lift is 53m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 107cm.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door has a locked extension leaf.
- The locked door can be opened on request.
- The door opens away from you.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 99cm.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 116cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
- Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
- There are multiple cycle machines in this area.
Changing Area (First Floor - Male)
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Changing Area
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- The changing area is located on the left along the first floor corridor.
- The distance from the lift is 52m.
- The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the changing area.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the door opening is 94cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- Facilities in this area include: changing cubicles, a changing bench, lockers and showers.
- There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
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Shower Facilities
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- There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- The shower controls are push.
- There is no shower seat.
- There are grab rails for the shower.
Changing Room with Adaptations (First floor - Left Door)
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Location and Access
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- The changing room surveyed is located along the first floor corridor.
- The distance from the lift is 34m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access and a lift.
- There is step-free level access into the changing room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 99cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a medium visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- Facilities available in the changing room include: a dry seat for changing with a grab rail/dropdown rail, a toilet, a wheel-in shower and a wash basin.
- The dimensions of the changing room are 240cm (width) x 250cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left of the toilet as you look at it.
- The lateral transfer space is 155cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 84cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 92cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 88cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The changing room has a waste bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 115cm from the floor.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The shower controls are lever.
- There are grab rails and dropdown rails for the shower.
- The shower grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- The shower dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The route to the changing room also includes security barriers.
Changing Room with Adaptations (First Floor - Right Door)
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Location and Access
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- The changing room surveyed is located on the left along the first floor corridor.
- The distance from the lift is 36m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has a lift and step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the changing room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 99cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a medium visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- Facilities available in the changing room include: a wash basin, a toilet and a wheel-in shower.
- The dimensions of the changing room are 239cm (width) x 251cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the toilet as you look at it.
- The lateral transfer space is 171cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 88cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 91cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 89cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The changing room has a waste bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 116cm from the floor.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The shower controls are lever.
- There are grab rails and dropdown rails for the shower.
- The shower grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- The shower dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The route to the changing room also includes security barriers.
Toilet with Adaptations (Lower Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)
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Location and Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located on the lower ground floor next to the squash courts entrance.
- The distance from the lift is 6m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and a lift.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 95cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a medium visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 152cm (width) x 222cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
- The lateral transfer space is 83cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 50cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 87cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 87cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 90cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has no disposal facilities.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 149cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The route to the toilet also includes security barriers.
Toilet with Adaptations (Cafe - Right Hand Transfer)
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Location and Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located in the corridor to the left of the café counter.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 27m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 99cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 155cm (width) x 227cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 85cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 86cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 81cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 90cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 125cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Toilet with Adaptations (Inside Changing Village - Right Hand Transfer)
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Location and Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located within the Changing Village.
- The distance from the Changing Village entrance is 19m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has automatic doors and step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 102cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 152cm (width) x 258cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 82cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 83cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 88cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 90cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 126cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The route to the toilet also includes security barriers.
Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Left Hand Transfer)
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Location and Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located on the first floor corridor.
- The distance from the lift is 28m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 99cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a medium visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 150cm (width) x 218cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 81cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 46cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 89cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 97cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 91cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 125cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
