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Getting To The Hospital

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• By Road View
  • Seacroft Hospital is located on York Road.
    The hospital can be accessed via the M1 to the east, taking the exit on to Selby Road and the Austhorpe Interchange, which then leads onto the Ring Road.
    For sat nav location enter LS14 6UH.
  • Patient and visitor car parking is available within the car parks at the front and at the rear of the hospital grounds.
    There are clearly marked Blue Badge bays located within the accessible car parks at the front and at the rear of the hospital grounds.
    Blue Badge bays are free for an unlimited time.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop is located along York Road.
    The services provided at this bus stop include the 7, 56, 64, 166 Sapphire, 840 Coastliner and the 843.
  • There is not an onsite bus stop.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Cross Gates.
    The station is located along the ring road and is approximately 0.7 miles from the hospital.
• Useful Links View
  • For information on bus providers please use the link below.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For information on train providers at Cross Gates train station please use the link below.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For information on Cross Gates train station please use the link below.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• To see the hospital map please click here (opens new tab).
• There is not a Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) at the hospital.
• There are not volunteers available for help and assistance at the hospital.
• Documents are available in an alternative format and can be provided to include: Braille on request, large print on request, different languages on request and audio on request.
• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available on request.
• BSL interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• A mobility scooter charging point is not available at the hospital.
• Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs, tri wheel walkers, walking frames, mobile hoists, hoist slings, adjustable beds and crutches.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact Patient Affairs or a member of staff.
• The list of available spoken languages is comprehensive (over 200), but can be accessed on the provider’s website, Language Lists.
• Additional hospital services link (new tab) - click here.

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• Useful Links View
  • Seacroft Hospital Website link (new tab) - click here.
  • Language Lists Website link (new tab) - click here.

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Hospital Parking (Front Car Park)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located at the front of the hospital.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a/are not Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
• Paying View
  • There are parking charges for the hospital car park.
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment signs are located at the entrance to the car park.
  • Payment machines are located at the front of the car park.
  • There is not a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
  • To see the hospital parking charges please click here (opens new tab).
• Access to the Hospital View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are dropped kerbs.
  • The hospital entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the hospital entrance is not clearly signposted.
• Comments View
  • The payment machine controls are between 107cm to 131cm high. There is a 11cm high curb to access the payment machines.

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Hospital Parking (Front Accessible Car Park)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car parking facilities are for Blue Badge holders only.
  • The car park is located at the front of the hospital and to the right of the front sloped entrance.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) markings are faded.
  • There is/are 10+ designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 231cm x 500cm (7ft 7in x 16ft 5in).
  • There is a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
• Paying View
  • There are not parking charges for the hospital car park.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • To see the hospital parking charges please click here (opens new tab).
• Access to the Hospital View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are dropped kerbs.
  • The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the front sloped entrance.

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Opening Times

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Outside Access (Breast Screening Service Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the Breast Screening Service building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 147cm (4ft 10in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is a door release button when exiting.
  • The height of the door release button is 125cm (4ft 1in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 79cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 158cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Department / Service (Breast Screening Service)

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• Department / Service Access View
  • The Breast Screening Service is located at the front and on the left side of the Seacroft Hospital grounds.
  • There is level access throughout the department/service.
  • There is clear signage on the department/service.
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • The department/service does not play background music.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Department / Service Facilities View
  • This department/service has; a main reception, a waiting room/area, a sub waiting area, consultation rooms, accessible toilet facilities for everyone and standard toilet facilities.
  • There are 6 consultation/treatment rooms in this department/service.
  • A hearing assistance system is not available in the department/service.
  • A mobile hoist is not available on the department/service.
  • There are accessible toilet facilities within the department/service.
  • There are standard toilet facilities within this department/service.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located directly ahead as you enter the Breast Screening Service.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Breast Screening Service entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is high (110cm+).
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the low section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are not provided in the reception area.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
  • There is a television.
  • Subtitles are not available.
  • Vending machines are not available.
  • A water dispenser is available.
  • There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Entrance (Corridor Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left as you enter the department and through the waiting area.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 75cm.

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Waiting Room / Area (Sub Waiting Area)

• There is a waiting room / area.
• The waiting room / area is approximately 5m from the corridor entrance.
• There is level access into the waiting room / area.
• There is not a/are not door(s) into the waiting room / area.
• The type of flooring is carpet.
• There is not a space for a wheelchair user to wait within the seating area.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• All chairs have armrests.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• The surface height of the lowest table is 39cm.
• The tables do contrast visually with the floor.
• There is not ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• The manoeuvring space is obstructed by the chairs and table.
• Announcements are in person.
• The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
• There is a television.
• Subtitles are not available.
• Vending machines are not available.
• A water dispenser is not available.
• There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Imaging Room (X-Ray Room 1)

• This section describes the X-Ray Room(s), located on the left side of the sub waiting area.
• There is / are 2 X-Ray Room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; X-Ray Room 1.
• This room is not accessed via a changing room.

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• Imaging Room View
  • There is step free access into the imaging room.
  • The changing room is approximately 15m from the reception.
  • The changing room is approximately 2m from the sub waiting area.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult for some to open.
  • A member of staff is available to assist with opening the door if required.
  • The width of the door is 85cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the imaging room.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is not a bed / couch.
  • The room does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the imaging room.
  • The lighting levels in the imaging room are good.

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Imaging Room (X-Ray Room 2)

• This section describes the X-Ray Room(s), located on the right side of the sub waiting area.
• There is / are 2 X-Ray Room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; X-Ray Room 2.
• This room is not accessed via a changing room.

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• Imaging Room View
  • There is step free access into the imaging room.
  • The changing room is approximately 15m from the reception.
  • The changing room is approximately 2m from the sub waiting area.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult for some to open.
  • A member of staff is available to assist with opening the door if required.
  • The width of the door is 86cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the imaging room.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is not a bed / couch.
  • The room does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the imaging room.
  • The lighting levels in the imaging room are good.

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Imaging Room (Consultation and Ultrasound Room 1)

• This section describes the Consultation and Ultrasound Room(s), located on the right side of the sub waiting area.
• There is / are 1 Consultation and Ultrasound Room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Consultation and Ultrasound Room 1.
• This room is not accessed via a changing room.

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• Imaging Room View
  • There is step free access into the imaging room.
  • The changing room is approximately 15m from the reception.
  • The changing room is approximately 2m from the sub waiting area.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult for some to open.
  • A member of staff is available to assist with opening the door if required.
  • The width of the door is 85cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the imaging room.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is a bed / couch.
  • The bed / couch is adjustable.
  • There is no hoist available.
  • The room does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the imaging room.
  • The lighting levels in the imaging room are good.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Consultation Room 1)

• There is / are 2 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Consultation Room 1.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) may be difficult to open.
• The width of the door opening is 75cm (2ft 6in).
• The type of flooring is carpet.
• There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a bed / couch.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• All chairs have armrests available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Standard Changing Cubicle / Room

• The changing cubicle/room is located to the left as you go through the corridor entrance.
• The changing cubicle/room is 4m from the sub waiting room/area.
• There is step-free access to the changing cubicle/room.
• There is a sliding curtain for access.
• The width of the door opening is 87cm.
• The type of flooring in the room is vinyl/laminate.
• There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the cubicle/room.
• There is a bench seating in the cubicle/room.
• The entrance to the cubicle on the right is 95cm wide.
• There is a/are coat hook(s) available.
• There is a/are coat hook(s) 160cm from the floor.
• There is not an emergency alarm in the changing cubicle/room.
• The lighting levels are good.
• The gap to access the changing cubicles is 113cm wide.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter the department.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m from the Breast Screening Service entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 231cm x 300cm (7ft 7in x 9ft 10in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 164cm.
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is poor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female toilet is located to the left as you go through the corridor entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 4m from the corridor entrance.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Toilet seats do not have a good colour contrast.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The wall fixed soap dispenser is located above the wash basin.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Accessible toilet facilities are located within each outpatient department area of the hospital.
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located within each outpatient department area of the hospital.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust link (new tab) - click here.
• Seacroft Hospital link (new tab) - click here.