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Ribble Valley Holiday Homes - Hidden Oaks Spa and Pool

Oak Bank Farm, Stoneygate Lane, Ribchester, Lancashire, PR3 3YN

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Overview

Parking

  • The car park is located to the side of the venue.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • There are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has uneven surfaces.
  • This car park is for visitors only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • There is 1 electric vehicle charging point.
  • The charging points require an app.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the venue.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 152cm.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors .
  • The second set of doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 166cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Spa Facilities

  • The spa is located to the left hand side of the bar.
  • Facilities available include; a swimming pool, a sauna, a steam room, treatment rooms, a changing area and a toilet with adaptations.
  • Sauna View
    • The sauna surveyed is located off the pool area.
    • The most accessible route to the sauna has step-free level access and manual doors.
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • There is step-free level access into the sauna.
    • There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
    • The width of the opening is 90cm.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is no emergency alarm.
  • Steam Room View
    • The steam room surveyed is located immediately on the left hand side as you enter from the pool area.
    • The most accessible route to the steam room has step-free level access.
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • There is stepped access into the steam room.
    • There is 1 step which is unmarked with no handrails.
    • There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
    • The width of the opening is 68cm.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is no emergency alarm.

Changing Area

  • Changing Area View
    • The shared changing area was surveyed.
    • The changing area is located between the lockers and the pool area.
    • 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.
    • The width of the door opening is 79cm.
    • Facilities in this area include: changing cubicles, toilets, showers, a changing bench and lockers.
    • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
    • There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
    • There is a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
    • The wash basin has a push tap.
  • Shower Facilities View
    • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
    • The shower has a fixed shower head.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.

Seating Area (Relaxation Area)

  • The seating area is located near the steam room.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and sofas.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
  • There may be background noise in this area.

Pool

  • This is an indoor swimming pool.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • Access throughout this area may include slippery surfaces.
  • There may be background noise.
  • There is an emergency alarm at poolside.
  • Access into the water is via steps.
  • There are 7 steps which is clearly marked with no handrails.
  • The pool is staffed at all times.
  • Additional facilities include: a whirlpool and poolside showers.

Room (Single Treatment Room - Wellness Suite)

  • The room is located to the left hand side before the lockers.
  • 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 level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 82cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: treatment tables/beds.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a wash basin.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • There is a shower cubicle in this room.

Room (Double Treatment Room - Wellness Suite)

  • The room is located to the left hand side, after the lockers.
  • 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 level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 82cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: treatment tables/beds.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a wash basin.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located next to the Wellness Suite.
    • 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.
    • The width of the door opening is 77cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • 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 140cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a push button flush on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The toilet seat is 50cm from the floor.
    • There is a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
    • The wash basin has a push tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • The cubicle has a pedal bin.