You are on Introduction. Skip to the next section.

Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a general library, children's library, computer room and a cafe.

Collapse all Expand all

• Comments View
  • Bexley Village Community Library is operated by charity Greener Bexley with support from Bexley Council.
  • The charity supports conservation and community facilities in the borough.
  • General use of the library is free.
  • There are additional benefits available to those paying an annual subscription.
  • The library also encourages recycling and accepts donations of old mobile phones, printer cartridges and personal computers.
  • These are refurbished or recycled to raise money for the charity.

You are on Location. Skip to the next section.

Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
• This venue is situated in Bexley Village.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Bexley.

You are on COVID-19 Information. Skip to the next section.

COVID-19 Information

• There are external queuing points.
• The external queuing points are clearly marked/signed.
• There is a member of staff available at the entrance.
• There is hand sanitiser available at the entrance.
• Hand sanitisers are available inside the venue.
• There is a limited number of people allowed inside.
• There is a Track and Trace system in place.
• There is a one-way system throughout.
• The one-way system is clearly marked/signed.
• There is clear signage inside to help with social distancing.
• There are protective clear screens located at tills/counters.
• Customer toilets are currently unavailable.
• The venue is not certified with the 'We’re Good To Go’ COVID-19 industry standard.

You are on Opening Hours. Skip to the next section.

Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

You are on Opening Times. Skip to the next section.

Opening Times

• For information about the opening times please click here.

You are on Parking. Skip to the next section.

Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

Collapse all Expand all

• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Thanet Road.
  • The car park is located off Thanet Road.
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Thanet Road.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The on-street parking bays are limited to 1 hour.

You are on Outside Access (Main Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, on Bourne Road.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in) wide.

You are on Level Change (Main Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 145cm (4ft 9in).
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located to the left of the entrance.
• There is / are 2 step(s) to the area / service.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The ramp or slope does bypass the steps.

You are on Outside Access (Rear Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on Albert Road.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are light.
• The door opening is 62cm (2ft) wide.

Collapse all Expand all

• Comments View
  • From the pavement there is an entrance gate 86cm wide.
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The rear entrance opens directly into the computer room.

You are on Level Change (Rear Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Level Change (Rear Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located from the gate up to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 115cm (3ft 9in).

You are on Reception. Skip to the next section.

Reception

• The desk is 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height.
• The desk does not have a lowered section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

You are on Inside Access. Skip to the next section.

Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

You are on Level Change (Computer Area). Skip to the next section.

Level Change (Computer Area)

• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located leading up into the computer area.
• There is / are 3 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do not have handrails.
• There is a standard and / or platform lift to access this service.
• The lift does bypass the steps.

You are on Lift. Skip to the next section.

Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the entrance to the computer area.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 98cm x 90cm (3ft 3in x 2ft 11in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

You are on Library. Skip to the next section.

Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
• There is an ordering service.
• It takes approximately 7 days to process an order.
• The library does not have computers with accessible software.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes magnifier.

Collapse all Expand all

• Comments View
  • Some of the library stock is on shelving which has 68cm space between units.
  • The units are moveable and staff are available for assistance.
  • Most of the computers are in the computer room on the upper level at the rear of the building.
  • There are additional computers withing the children's area of the library.

You are on Eating and Drinking (Café). Skip to the next section.

Eating and Drinking (Café)

• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 67cm (2ft 2in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 67cm (2ft 2in).
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic cups are available.
• Drinking straws are available on request.
• Menus are wall only.
• Picture menus are available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is sandwiches and cakes.

You are on Accessible Toilet. Skip to the next section.

Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located to the right, next to the café.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 140cm x 225cm (4ft 7in x 7ft 5in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
  • It is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The towel dispenser is 115cm (3ft 9in) high.
  • 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 toilet roll holder is 115cm (3ft 9in) high.
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.

You are on Standard Toilet(s). Skip to the next section.

Standard Toilet(s)

Collapse all Expand all

• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are not available.
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilet is for the use of all visitors to the library.

You are on Additional Info. Skip to the next section.

Additional Info

• Staff do not receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.