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Introduction

  • Services / facilities within the grounds include ball courts, a children's playground, and a café.

Location

  • There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
  • The nearest National Rail station is Hornsey.
  • The nearest underground station is Turnpike Lane.

Opening Times

  • The venue is open 24hrs.

Parking

  • The venue does not have its own car park.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • 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 Willoughby Road, West Green Road, Alfoxton Avenue, and Wordsworth Parade.
    • West Green Road, Alfoxton Avenue and Wordsworth Parade are on the opposite side of Green Lanes from the park.
    • There is also a single standard parking bay on Carlingford Road on the opposite side of Green Lanes from the park.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point.

Access Point (Turnpike Lane)

  • This access point is located near the corner of Turnpike Lane and Green Lanes.
  • The access point is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There is an open gap.
  • The width of the opening is 248cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Access Point (Willoughby Road)

  • This access point is located near the corner of Turnpike Lane and Willoughby Road.
  • The access point is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope.
  • There is an open gap.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 130cm.
  • There is step-free access via slope as you enter.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.

Access Point (Sydney Road Gate)

  • This access point is located off Willoughby Road, opposite the Sydney Road T-junction.
  • The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
  • The access point is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope.
  • There is an open gap.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 84cm.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope as you enter.

Access Point (Hampden Road)

  • This access point is located off Willoughby Road, opposite the Hampden Road T-junction.
  • The access point is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There is open access.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Access Point (Frobisher Road Gate)

  • This access point is located near the corner of Willoughby Road and Frobisher Road.
  • The access point is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There is an open gap.
  • The width of the opening is 121cm.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope as you enter.
  • There are uneven surfaces after this access point.

Access Point (Green Lanes Gate)

  • This access point is located off Green Lanes, mid-way along the perimeter of the park.
  • The access point is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope.
  • There is an open gap.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 132cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Access Point (Carlingford Road Gate)

  • This access point is located off Green Lanes, opposite the Carlingford Road T-junction.
  • The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
  • The access point is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There is an open gap.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 82cm.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope as you enter.

Outdoor Spaces (Ducketts Common)

  • The following is available in this area: a playground with play equipment, a grassed play area, a sports pitch and parkland.
  • Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac and compact earth.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • There is also a café at the front of the park, just off Turnpike Road.
  • 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, climbing, balancing and fitness.

Opening Times (Roj Café)

  • Monday 08:00 - 19:30.
  • Tuesday 08:00 - 19:30.
  • Wednesday 08:00 - 19:30.
  • Thursday 08:00 - 19:30.
  • Friday 08:00 - 19:30.
  • Saturday 08:00 - 19:30.
  • Sunday 08:00 - 19:30.

Entrance (Roj Café)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the park, just off Turnpike Road.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is 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 is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 100cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Eating and Drinking (Roj Café)

  • The following information is for the café.
  • Full table service is not available.
  • 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.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests.
  • The nearest table is approximately 3m (9ft) from the entrance to the café.
  • The standard height for tables is 69cm.
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • Menus are wall only.
  • Menus are not available in Braille.
  • Menus are not available in large print.
  • Picture menus are not available.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

Toilet with Adaptations (Roj Café - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (26ft) from the entrance to Roj Café.
    • This accessible toilet is located to the far right of the café.
    • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • Features and Dimensions View
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is locked by a lever twist.
    • The width of the accessible toilet door is 93cm (3ft 0in).
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 135cm x 230cm (4ft 5in x 7ft 6in).
    • There is not 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 left.
    • The lateral transfer space is 71cm (2ft 3in).
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
    • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
    • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Position of Fixtures View
    • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • There is a mirror.
    • 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 48cm (1ft 6in).
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm (3ft 3in) .
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 86cm (2ft 9in).
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin 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 4in).
  • Colour Contrast and Lighting View
    • There is a high visual contrast between the external door and wall.
    • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
    • There is a medium visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
    • There is a medium visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
    • There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
    • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
  • Baby Change Facilities View
    • Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.

Standard Toilet(s)