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Lindley Library

Lidget Street, Lindley, Huddersfield, HD3 3JP

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Library Opening Times and Information

Introduction

  • Services / facilities within the building include A Library and Information Centre with Large Print Bools, Audio Books. A Library Ordering Service, Kirklees Home Service Information and a Portable Hearing Loop. A Children's Library, A Local History Section, An Outdoor Reading Area and Garden, Free Public Access PC's and WiFi. Photocopying and Printing. Local Information, Children's Story Time and Reading Events. A Local History Club,. The Library also has a School Uniform Exchange.

Location

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

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 Lidget Street Car Park.
    • The car park is located to the right of the main entrance to the library.
    • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
  • On Street Standard Parking View
    • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
    • Standard marked parking bays are located on Lidget Street.
  • Comments View
    • There is parking on Brian Street, opposite the library within 20m of the Library. There is extensive parking on Lidget Street within 150m of the Library. There are no individual bays. The parking area is marked and has a width of 225cm.
    • Lidget Street Car Park is a within 200m of the Library.

Outside Access

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located off Lidget Street.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • There is not an intercom.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
    • The width of the door opening is 97cm.
    • 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 door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
    • The width of the door opening is 97cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located before the main entrance to the library.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • Comments View
    • The route to the entrance has a slight slope. There are handrails throughout which would be easy to grip. They are at a height of 109cm, with a middle rail at 89cm high and a lower rail at 60cm high.

Reception

  • The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance to the library.
  • 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.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 08/08/2023.
  • The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
  • There is a touch screen.
  • The touch screen is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.

Reception (Sub-Reception)

  • The desk/counter is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the entrance to the library.
  • There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
  • The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 08/08/2023.
  • The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.

Inside Access

  • There is level access to the service(s).
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The system is a portable loop.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 08/08/2023.
  • The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
  • This venue does not play background music.
  • Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
  • The lighting levels are good.

Library

  • This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
  • This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
  • This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
  • There is an ordering service.
  • The library does have computers with accessible software.
  • Accessible software includes JAWS.
  • Auxiliary aids are not available for computer users.

Computer / IT Area

  • 8 Computers are located opposite the main reception of the library.
  • The computers are 3m from the reception desk.
  • The underside height of the desks is 71cm.
  • All chairs are height adjustable with armrests.
  • The arm rests of the chairs can be adjusted.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to access the computers.

Outdoor Area

  • The access point to the outdoor area is 7m from the reception.
  • There is a single door with a width of 88cm. The door is heavy and may be difficult to open.
  • The door is open to a fixed, open position if there is suitable weather.
  • A wheelchair user can manoeuvre throughout this area with and without assistance.
  • There is a lip on this exit of less than 2cm.
  • Access in the outdoor area is level and some areas are stone flags and there is another area with artificial grass.
  • There is one bench seat. There is a table with two chairs without armrests.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to access this space.

Children's Area

  • The children's area is 10m from the reception.
  • It has a range of facilities for children including children's tables and chairs.
  • There is seating for adult who may accompany their children.
  • Wheelchair users can manoeuvre throughout this area.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • Location and Access View
    • There is Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the main entrance to the library.
    • This accessible toilet is located on the left as you enter the building via the main entrance.
    • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • Features and Dimensions View
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
    • The key is not a radar key.
    • The key can be obtained from reception.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 207cm x 210cm (6ft 9in x 6ft 11in).
    • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 106cm (3ft 6in).
    • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
    • There is a/are sanitary, non-infectious waste and general domestic waste disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Position of Fixtures View
    • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
    • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is not a toilet roll holder.
    • 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).
  • Colour Contrast and Lighting View
    • There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
    • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
    • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
  • Baby Change Facilities View
    • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
    • Baby change facilities are located on the right as you enter the accessible toilet.
    • The height of the baby change table once extended is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • Comments View
    • The accessible toilet is also the shared standard facility within the library.
    • It also provides a baby changing facility.

Additional Info

  • Documents are not available in Braille.
  • Documents are 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 in the outside area at the rear of the library.
  • Home visits / services are available.