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Williamson Park

Quernmore Road, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1UX

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Overview

Access Point (Quernmore Road)

  • This access point is located on Quernmore Road.
  • The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
  • The access point is clearly signed.
  • Assistance is not available at the access point.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There are double manual gates.
  • The doors are permanently held open.
  • There is step-free access via slope as you enter.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.

Parking (Quernmore Road)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located off Quernmore Road.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 480cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 125m from the Ashton Memorial.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has steep ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is not free for all users.
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
    • Payment machines are located close to the Blue Badge parking bays.
    • There is a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is a level manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user in front of the payment machine (185cm x 210cm).
    • View information on parking policies/charges (opens new tab).
    • There is no limit for free parking for Blue Badge holders.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is a public car park located Wyresdale Road.
    • The name of the car park is Wyresdale Road Car Park.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.
    • This car park has 2 EV charging spaces and would involve negotiating several steep slopes to get to Ashton Memorial, Pavilion Café and Gift Shop and the Butterfly House and Zoo.

Outdoor Spaces (Visitor Paths and Woodland Trails)

  • The following is available in this area: woodland, formal gardens and gardens.
  • Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac and cobbled surfaces.
  • 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 of the upper trails and garden areas.
  • The following areas have stepped access: some of the upper trails and garden areas and sheltered seating.
  • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.

Seating Area (Temple Shelter)

  • The seating area is located on the south side of the park.
  • The seating area is covered.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has uneven surfaces, steep ramps or slopes and steps.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in this area includes: benches.
  • The seating is fixed.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.

Outdoor Spaces (Lake)

  • The following is available in this area: woodland, formal gardens and gardens.
  • Additional facilities in this area include: ornamental lake .
  • Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac and cobbled surfaces.
  • 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 of the upper trails and garden areas.
  • The following areas have stepped access: some of the upper trails and garden areas.
  • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.

Outdoor Spaces (Upper Play Area)

  • The following is available in this area: a playground and a playground with play equipment.
  • Outdoor areas consist of rubber tarmac and grass.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • Playground View
    • There is a fenced play area with an access point over 100cm wide.
    • There is a route around the play equipment which is firm and even, and is at least 150cm wide.
    • The play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
    • The following play experiences are available: swinging, sliding, rocking, rotating, climbing, balancing, crawling, viewing and social play.

Outdoor Spaces (Lower Play Area)

  • The following is available in this area: a playground and a playground with play equipment.
  • Outdoor areas consist of wood bark and compact earth.
  • There are no footpaths.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.
  • Playground View
    • There is a play area with an access point over 100cm wide.
    • There is a route around the play equipment which is firm and even, and is at least 150cm wide.
    • The play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
    • The following play experiences are available: swinging, sliding, rocking, rotating, climbing, balancing, crawling and viewing.