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Overview

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• About View
  • View information on opening times
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park.
  • The nearest train station is Blantyre.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via slope at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the lower half of level 1, overcome by platform lift and the rear level 0, overcome using the alternative entrance.
  • Access throughout may include uneven surfaces, manual doors, doors permanently held open and narrow walkways.
  • Levels 0, 2 and 1 can be accessed via a standard lift, a platform lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: large print (on request).
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: phone charging points and Wi-Fi.
  • Staff receive the following training: equality training.
• Related Access Guides View
  • David Livingstone Birthplace - Café, Shop and Grounds guide covers the café, events space, gift shop, toilets, play park, outdoor areas, neighbouring David Livingstone Memorial Bridge, and the car park Changing Places toilet facility.
  • View information on David Livingstone Birthplace - Café, Shop and Grounds (opens new tab) .
  • The museum has a recommended journey taking the lift beyond reception up to level 2, then down to level 1/lower level 1, and on to the rear level 0.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located to the left after you enter via the main entrance, and on rear Level 0, through to the rear near the stairs.
  • All toilets with adaptations have a right hand transfer space.
  • There is also a Changing Places facility next to the car park available via a member of staff. Please refer to the separate David Livingstone Birthplace - Café, Shop and Grounds guide for details.
  • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located to the left after you enter via the main entrance.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Station Road.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac and block paving.
  • There are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 260cm (width) x 500cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 105cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 50m from the main entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes.
  • There is no dropped kerb from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • Parking is free for all users.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Entrance (Main)

• This entrance is located at the front of the building.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
• The door opens towards you.
• There is a push pad at a height of 100cm.
• The width of the opening is 106cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Entrance (Rear Level 0 - Staff Assistance)

• This entrance is located at the rear of the building, via staff accompaniment.
• 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 access via slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 90cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.
• This entrance is used to overcome the internal steps down from level 1.

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Reception

• The reception is located to the left after you enter.
• The distance from the main entrance is 5m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 78cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the desk.
• The reception has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
• There is a portable hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
• The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• The following areas have stepped access: the lower half of level 1, overcome by platform lift.
• Access throughout may include uneven surfaces, manual doors, doors permanently held open and narrow walkways.
• Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
• The visual contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high.
• Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
• There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is not consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and stools.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Lift (Main)

• The lift surveyed is located to the left after you enter.
• The distance from the main entrance is 30m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• Levels 2, 1 and 0 are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a low 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 tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 100cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 103cm (width) x 166cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift is slow moving and the button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
• Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located to the left after you enter.
• There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
• Levels 0, 2 and 1 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps are unmarked and have a handrail on the left going up.
• The handrail is easy to grip.
• The handrail does not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 19cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Stairs (Rear Level 0)

• The stairs surveyed are located to the right of the building.
• There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
• Levels 2, 1 and rear 0 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps have some clear markings and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not 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 vary due to the size of the space.

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Exhibition Space (Level 2)

• The museum is interactive.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• Access throughout may include uneven surfaces and narrow walkways.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is patterned.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• The following may be experienced here: audio triggered by a sensor and audio triggered by the visitor.
• There is background noise in some areas.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
• Display information includes: pictorial, information boards, touchscreens and interactive exhibits at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is a portable hearing assistance system on request.
• The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, benches and stools.
• Some seating is fixed.
• The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.

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Exhibition Space (Level 1)

• The museum is interactive.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• The following areas have stepped access: the lower level 1 exhibits.
• Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is patterned.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• The following may be experienced here: sudden loud noises, lighting effects and audio triggered by a sensor.
• There is background noise in some areas.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• Display information includes: pictorial, information boards, touchscreens and interactive exhibits at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is a portable hearing assistance system on request.
• The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and benches.
• Furniture available in this area includes: tables and desks.
• The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.

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Lift (Platform - Lower Level 1)

• The lift surveyed is located on level 1.
• This lift is a platform lift.
• The distance from the main lift is 20m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and a lift.
• Level 1 and lower level 1 are accessed by this lift.
• 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.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 73cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 76cm (width) x 125cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have a high visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift is slow moving and the button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• There is a short slope to/from the lift on lower level 1.

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Exhibition Space (Rear Level 0)

• This area is indoors.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• Access throughout may include manual doors.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
• Display information includes: pictorial, information boards, touchscreens, televisions/screens and interactive exhibits at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is a portable hearing assistance system on request.
• The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs, benches and stools.
• Furniture available in this area includes: desks.
• The tables are fixed.
• The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There are shows/talks with no designated seating for wheelchair users.

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Room (Education Room - Rear Level 0)

• The room is located to the right as you enter rear level 0.
• The distance from the rear level 0 entrance is 5m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free access via a very easy slope into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a medium visual contrast.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 87cm.
• 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.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is a portable hearing assistance system on request.
• The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Level 0 - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located to the left after you enter.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 15m.
  • 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 low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 160cm (width) x 263cm (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.
  • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (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 49cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 81cm 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 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 113cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin, a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 92cm.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade, and unshaded light sources.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Rear Level 0 - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on rear level 0, to the rear left near the stairs.
  • The distance from the rear level 0 entrance is 25m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • 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 low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 170cm (width) x 240cm (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 88cm (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 49cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 82cm 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 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 123cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade, and unshaded light sources.