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Lloyds Bank - Bishops Stortford

20 North Street, Bishops Stortford, CM23 2LN

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Overview

  • About View
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is ramped and stepped access at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • There are no toilet facilities.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • There is a member of staff to welcome customers at the entrance.
    • There is seating available.
    • There is no hearing assistance system.
    • Documents are available in the following formats: Braille (on request), large print (on request) and different languages (on request).
    • The branch has easy grip pens, coloured acetate sheets, magnifying sheets, clipboards, and a signature guide.
    • Large Print documents are available same day in branch.
    • Other available formats can be requested via the branch and will be posted to the customer within 7 working days.
    • BSL interpreters can be arranged prior to an appointment, or the bank offers video calls with a BSL interpreter for some types of appointment which can take place at home.
    • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
    • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
    • Additional facilities/services include: an ATM machine and Wi-Fi.

External ATM

  • The ATM is located at the front right of the branch.
  • The ATM is clearly signed.
  • The height of the ATM features vary between 84cm and 124cm.
  • The ATM does have a raised dot on the 5 key.
  • The ATM is a Talking ATM.
  • The branch has headphones that customers can use with the ATMs.

Branch Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the branch on North Street.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with LLOYDS BANK.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is ramped and stepped access at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a very easy gradient.
  • The ramp bypasses the step.
  • There is 1 step with no handrails.
  • The step is clearly marked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 120cm.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Internal ATMs

  • The ATMs are located to the right as you enter the branch.
  • The ATMs are clearly signed.
  • The height of the ATM features vary between 82cm and 122cm.
  • The ATM does have a raised dot on the 5 key.
  • The ATM is a Talking ATM.
  • The branch has headphones that customers can use with the ATMs.
  • The height of the Immediate Deposit Machine features varies between 84cm and 124cm.
  • The Immediate Deposit Machine does have a raised dot on the 5 key.
  • The Immediate Deposit Machine is a Talking ATM.
  • The branch does not have headphones that customers can use with the Immediate Deposit machines.

Branch

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Signage is provided.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available in the branch includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs and benches.
  • Some of the seats are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user to transfer onto (44cm - 46cm high).
  • Furniture available in the branch includes: coffee tables and desks.
  • Some of the furniture is fixed.
  • The furniture and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Touchdown Desk

  • The desk is located on the left as you enter the branch.
  • The distance from the entrance is 5m.
  • There is step-free level access to the desk.
  • The height of the desk is 90cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • The desk has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Booth

  • The desk is located at the rear of the branch on the right.
  • The distance from the entrance is 12m.
  • There is step-free level access to the desk.
  • The height of the desk is 73cm.
  • The desk has windows behind.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.

Video Banking / Meeting Room

  • The room is located on the left as you enter the branch.
  • The distance from the entrance is 4m.
  • 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 with a low visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 72cm.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • 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).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Privacy facilities for this room include: a door lock.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and stools.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
  • The furniture is fixed.
  • The height to the top of the surface of the desk is 73cm.
  • The clear height under the desk is 71cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The room has adjustable temperature controls.

Cashiers Counter

  • The counter is located on the left side of the branch as you enter.
  • The distance from the entrance is 6m.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The queue rail is less than 140cm from the counter with turning spaces under 150cm at the ends.
  • There are 8 or fewer counters and the direct line of sight to the head of the queue is not impaired.
  • There are no queue notifications.
  • The height of the counter is 111cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section is 91cm.
  • There is a pull-out shelf at the front of the counter.
  • The pull-out shelf does not provide a knee space which is at least 40cm deep.
  • The counter has a television behind.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.