Access Guide
Overview
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About
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- An open access activity centre catering for all abilities and age groups.
- Facilities available in the venue include: workshops, introduction to outdoor adventuring, log cabin overnight stays, team building.
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park.
- The nearest train station is Ravensthorpe.
- The nearest bus station is Church Lane.
- 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.
- The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: Workshop and large activities log cabin.
- Access throughout may include uneven surfaces.
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Getting Help and Assistance
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- There is seating available.
- There is no hearing assistance system.
- You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair, an electric scooter and mobility scooter charging facilities.
- Additional equipment which can be borrowed or hired includes: a wheelchair trike.
- British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
- Documents are available in the following formats: large print (on request) and different languages (on request).
- There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
- There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
- Staff receive the following training: Disability Awareness Training days.
Toilet and Changing Facilities
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Toilet Facilities
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- There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
- The toilet with adaptations is located next to the indoor seating area.
- The toilet with adaptations has a transfer space on both sides.
- The male and female toilet facilities are located on the right after entering the outdoor area.
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Changing Places and Changing Facilities
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- The Changing Places toilet facilities are located on the right after entering the outdoor area.
- Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the toilet with adaptions.
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Washroom and Shower Facilities
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- The shower facilities which have adaptations are located in the toilet with adaptions.
- Standard shower facilities are located on the right after entering the outdoor area.
Parking
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Car Park
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- The car park is located on the approach to the venue.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac and unsurfaced areas.
- There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park is for visitors only.
- Parking is free for all users.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop-off point available.
Entrance (Indoor Seating Area)
- This entrance is located near the car cark and before the gated entrance to the outdoor area.
- The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the entrance.
- The slope has a slight gradient.
- The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the left going up.
- There is a single manual door at this entrance.
- The door opens towards you.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 101cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a second single manual door.
- The second door opens towards you.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 84cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The second door has a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Room (Indoor Seating Area)
- The room is located near the car park and before the entrance to the outdoor area.
- The distance from the main outdoor entrance is 76m.
- The most accessible route to the room has uneven surfaces.
- There is no signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- 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 without armrests and benches.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables and coffee tables.
- Some seating is fixed.
- 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 may be background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Entrance (Main Outdoor Entrance)
- This entrance is located at the outdoor entrance to the main part of the site.
- The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the entrance.
- There are double manual gates at this entrance, however one gate is locked or bolted.
- The gate opens away from you.
- The gate requires effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 155cm.
- The gate has a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Lift (Changing Place - HDU)
- The lift surveyed is located at the entrance to the changing place.
- This lift is a platform lift.
- The distance from the main entrance is 20m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has uneven surfaces.
- The lift does not have a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The lift door opening width is 82cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 82cm (width) x 73cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have a low visual contrast and tactile markings.
- None of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
- Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit.
- The controls for the lift are located inside the changing place door.
The lift must be lowered a little to close the changing place door.
Changing Places (High Dependency Unit - HDU)
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Location and Access
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- The Changing Places facility surveyed is located on the right just after entering the main outdoor area.
- The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
- 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 distance from the main entrance is 20m.
- The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has a platform lift and uneven surfaces.
- There is step-free level access via lift into the facility.
- There is no signage on or near the door.
- A RADAR key is required for access to this facility.
- The door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 110cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
- The dimensions of the facility are 217cm (width) x 441cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
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Toilet Details
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- There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however the right side is obstructed.
- The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 92cm.
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 93cm.
- There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
- There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 86cm from the floor.
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Changing Bench and Hoist Details
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- The changing bench is free standing and height adjustable.
- The length of the changing bench is 120cm.
- The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
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Shower Details
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- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- The shower controls are twist/turn.
- There is no shower seat.
- There is a grab rail for the shower.
- The shower grab rail has a high visual contrast.
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Other Facilities
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- There is a height adjustable wash basin.
- The wash basin has a twist turn 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.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 102cm from the floor.
- A wide paper roll dispenser is not available.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is an unobstructed shelf.
- The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The facility has a sanitary bin and a clinical waste bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 105cm and 140cm from the floor.
- A privacy screen is not available.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Standard Shower Facilities (Inside Standard Toilets)
- The standard shower facilities surveyed are located within the standard toilet block.
- The distance from the main outdoor entrance is 25m.
- The most accessible route has uneven surfaces.
- There is step-free access via ramp into the showers.
- The ramp has a steep gradient.
- The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the right going up.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- The shower controls are twist/turn.
- There is no shower seat.
- Additional features include: coat hooks.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is a 30cm step into the shower cubicle.
Entrance (Archery Range)
- This entrance is located towards the far end of the outdoor area.
- The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
- The entrance area is 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 are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked or bolted.
- The locked door can be opened on request.
- The door opens away from you.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 78cm.
- The door have a high visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Area (Archery Range)
- Towards the far end of the outdoor area.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into this area.
- Facilities available in this area include: an Archery range, multi-sports court, team building area.
- There is step-free level access throughout the area.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and benches.
- Some seating is fixed.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
- Wayfinding signage is not provided.
- There are floodlights for use after dark.
Room (Whainny Barn)
- The room is located on the left after entering the outdoor area.
- The distance from the main outdoor entrance is 13m.
- The most accessible route to the room has uneven surfaces.
- There is no signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There are double manual doors with a low visual contrast.
- The doors open towards you.
- The doors are easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 171cm.
- 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 and benches.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
- There is a wooden bar on the door which requires lifting up to open the door. The room has assorted climbing walls available.
Outdoor Spaces
- The following is available in this area: woodland and gardens.
- Additional facilities in this area include: Potting shed, raised beds, vegetable patches, team building games, climbing tower, pond dipping area, sensory garden, bird hide, camping lawn, campfire, bushcraft area, shelter building.
- Outdoor areas consist of grass, gravel, compact earth and loose stones.
- There are footpaths throughout.
- The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: There is a steep grassy slope to get to the stage area.
- There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
- The paths have uneven surfaces.
Outdoor Spaces (Obstacle Courses)
- Outdoor areas consist of grass, compact earth and rubber matting.
- There are footpaths throughout.
- The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: some equipment to the right and left of the path is accessed by steep ramps.
- There are not any seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
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Playground
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- The following play experiences are available: swinging, balancing, sensory (visual, audible and or tactile).
Standard Accommodation (Log Cabin - Ash)
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Accommodation Access
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- Log Cabin - Ash is located is located towards the far end of the outdoor area next to the Archery area.
- There is ramped and stepped access into Log Cabin - Ash.
- The ramp has a slight gradient.
- The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
- There is 1 step .
- The step is unmarked.
- The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 5cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or next to the entrance.
- There are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked or bolted.
- The locked door can be opened on request .
- The second door opens towards you.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 46cm.
- The door has a low visual contrast.
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Accommodation Features
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- The room has a single bed and twin beds.
- The top of the mattress is 48cm from the floor.
- The space under the bed is 38cm from the floor.
- Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
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Ensuite Facilities
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- There are five other log cabins available on site.
Room (Large Activities Log Cabin)
- The room is located on the right as you walk through the outdoor area.
- The distance from the main outdoor entrance is 80m.
- The most accessible route to the room has a very easy slope and uneven surfaces.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
- The door opens towards you.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 86cm.
- 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.
- Some 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: long tables.
- The surface heights are not 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 vary due to the size of the space.
Kitchen (Log Cabin)
- The kitchen is located within the Log Cabin.
- There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
- There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The door opens towards you.
- The width of the opening is 100cm.
- There is a 3cm lip on the threshold of the door.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- The work surface is 94cm from the floor.
- Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
- The hob is 93cm from the floor.
- A lowered hob is not available.
- The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The sink is 93cm from the floor.
- The sink has a lever mixer tap.
- Facilities within the kitchen include a microwave, a freezer and a fridge freezer.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
Room (Workshop)
- The room is located on the left after entering the outdoor area.
- The distance from the main outdoor entrance is 54m.
- The most accessible route to the room has uneven surfaces.
- There is written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free access via ramp into the room.
- The ramp has a steep gradient.
- The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the left going up.
- There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
- The door opens away from you.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 94cm.
- 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 medium visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: long tables.
- Some 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.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is a workbench available. It is 93cm high and does not have a knee recess.
There is a sink unit available. The unit is 91cm high and there are lever taps.
Kitchen (Field Kitchen)
- The kitchen is located on the far right of the outdoor area opposite the Large Activities Log Cabin.
- There is step-free access via ramp into the kitchen.
- The ramp has a steep gradient.
- The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- The work surface is 98cm from the floor.
- A lowered work surface is available.
- The lowered work surface is 90cm from the floor.
- The sink is 92cm from the floor.
- A lowered sink is not available.
- The sink has a twist/turn tap.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Toilet with Adaptations (Seating Area - Transfer Both Sides)
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Location and Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located on the right as you enter the seating area.
- The distance from the seating area entrance is 10m.
- There is step-free access via ramp into the facility.
- The ramp has a steep gradient.
- The ramp into the toilet with adaptions is steep but very short at only 7cm.
- 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 85cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- 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 191cm (width) x 255cm (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 right side is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space on the left is 77cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- The lateral transfer space on the right is 75cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown rails have a low visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 50cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low 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 83cm 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 low visual contrast.
- There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 111cm from the floor.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a waste bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 170cm from the floor.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 79cm.
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Shower with Adaptations (Within Toilet With Adaptions - Seating Area)
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Location and Access
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- The shower surveyed is located within the toilet with adaptions in the seating area.
- The distance from the seating area entrance is 10m.
- The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access.
- There is step-free access via ramp into the facility.
- The ramp has a steep gradient.
- There is a steep ramp to get into the shower with adaptions, however it is very short at only 7cm.
- 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 86cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- 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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- 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.
- The shower controls are twist/turn.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 52cm from the floor.
- There is a grab rail for the shower.
- The grab rail has a low visual contrast.
- There is no emergency alarm for the shower.
- There is a mirror.
- There is an unobstructed shelf.
- The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The facility has a waste bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 170cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
- There is a push button element to the shower controls.
