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Leicester Racecourse - Club Suite and Executive Boxes

Leicester Road, Leicestershire, Oadby, LE2 4AL

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Entrance (Club Suite and Executive Boxes)

  • This entrance is located opposite the Parade Ring and the main entrance (turnstiles).
  • 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 a very easy slope at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 79cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors, however one door is locked.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The second door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 70cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 5 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located near the turnstiles, on the ground floor of the Club Suite, in the Betting Hall, in the Nelson Suite and in The Kube.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • The male and female step-free standard toilet facilities are located near the turnstiles, on all floors of the Club Suite, in the Betting Hall, in the Nelson Suite and in The Kube.
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    • The male standard toilet facilities are located to the left side of the Premier Stand (stepped).
    • The female standard toilet facilities are located near the First Aid Facility (stepped).
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located on the ground floor of the Club Suite, in the Betting Hall, in the Nelson Suite and in The Kube.

Lift (Club Suite and Executive Boxes)

  • The lift surveyed is located to the right after entering.
  • The distance from the entrance is 8m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The Club Suite and Executive Boxes are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a medium 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, Braille markings, a medium visual contrast and a low visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 90cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 100cm (width) x 150cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings, a medium visual contrast and a low visual contrast.
  • Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which vary in size.

Stairs (Club Suite and Executive Boxes)

  • The stairs surveyed are located to the right after entering.
  • The Club Suite and Executive Boxes can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 20+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is another staircase that can be used to reach the upper levels (Club Suite and Executive Boxes). The alternative staircase is located on the right hand side and has steps with open risers.

Club Suite

  • Location and Access View
    • The Club Suite is located on the first floor.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
    • The locked door can be opened on request .
    • The door is permanently held open.
    • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • Service View
    • This area has a bar where food and drink can be ordered, colleagues who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus are handheld, available on a board and online.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The bar was surveyed.
    • The counter is located to the right hand side of the room.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 110cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • 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 and patterned.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • There are manual, double doors that lead outside. The doors have an opening width of 160cm.
    • There is stepped access from the upper terrace to the lower level of the Club Terrace from this area.
    • The lower level of the Club Terrace can be accessed via a platform lift.

Club Room

  • The room is located next to the Club Suite on the first floor.
  • The distance from the lift is 5m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, a lift, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • 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 patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: coffee tables.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There is a bar in this room.
  • The bar has a height of 110cm.
  • There is a manual, sliding door that lead outside to the terrace.
  • The external door has an opening width of 86cm.

Executive Box

  • The room is located on the second floor, sharing the same accessible entrance as the Club Suite.
  • The distance from the lift is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, a lift, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door with a medium visual contrast.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the veranda.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Announcements are audible.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There are several Executive Boxes on the 1st and 2nd floor.
  • The central boxes can be combined to make a larger box with 2 entrances.
  • There is a sliding door with an opening width of 135cm and stepped access onto the veranda.
  • The layout of this area may change, depending on the event.

Platform Lift - External Access to Club Terrace, Stands and Betting Ring

  • The lift surveyed is located on the ground floor, outside and beyond the premier rooms.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • The distance from the premier rooms is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access, a slight ramp or slope, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • The ground floor, Club Terrace, Stands and Betting Ring are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a low visual contrast.
  • The lift does not have a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 85cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 95cm (width) x 130cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low 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 separate door to exit.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which vary in size.

Club Terrace

  • Location and Access View
    • The Club Terrace is an outdoor seating area, accessible from the Club Suite and lower levels.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a platform lift, slight ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
    • There is step-free access via ramp into this area.
    • The ramp has a slight gradient.
    • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the right going up.
    • The ramp bypasses the steps.
    • There are 5 steps with 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 steps are clearly marked.
    • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is uncovered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area, this may include the use of a lift.
    • The following areas have stepped access: external access to the Club Suite.
    • There is 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: chairs with armrests and sofas.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
    • 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.
    • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
    • All wheelchair users can access this area where there is a clear viewing area overlooking the racecourse.

Toilet with Adaptations (Club Suite - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor, below the Club Suite.
    • The distance from the entrance is 16m.
    • 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 high visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high 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 144cm (width) x 213cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 75cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a medium visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm 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 medium visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 90cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 72cm 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 medium visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 113cm from the floor.
    • 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 sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 95cm.
    • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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