Access Guide
Location
- There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
- The nearest National Rail station is Finsbury Park.
- The nearest underground station is Arsenal.
Opening Times
- Monday 10:30 - 00:30.
- Tuesday 10:30 - 00:30.
- Wednesday 10:30 - 00:30.
- Thursday 10:30 - 00:30.
- Friday 10:30 - 02:30.
- Saturday 10:30 - 02:30.
- Sunday 10:30 - 00:30.
Parking
- The venue does not have its own car park.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
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On Street Blue Badge Parking
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- On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
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On Street Standard Parking
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- Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, on Stroud Green Road.
- There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
- There is an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 107cm (3ft 6in).
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 85cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
- The ramp/slope is portable.
- Please contact a member of staff for use of the portable ramp.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
- There is/are 1 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
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Comments
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- The exit door is similar to the entrance door and is to the right of the main entrance door.
Reception (Security)
- The desk/counter is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- There is not level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
- The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Comments
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- There is a turnstile and access gate to the left of reception (photographs 2 and 3).
- The width of the turnstile is 52cm.
- The width of the access gate is 110cm.
Level Change (Main Entrance Internal)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp or slope is located immediately beyond the entrance.
- The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
- The ramp/slope is portable.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- Please contact a member of staff.
- The ramp does not have handrails.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located immediately beyond the entrance.
- There is/are 2 step(s) to the area/service.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Comments
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- There is an accessible doorway just beyond the ramp and stairs which is 207 cm wide, staff can assist with any help that may be required at the entrance.
Inside Access
- There is not level access to the service(s).
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- This venue does play background music.
- Music is played throughout the venue.
- Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
- The lighting levels are low to moderate.
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Comments
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- There are pool tables in the rear room.
Level Change (Central Area)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located in the central area of the venue.
- The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- The ramp does have handrails.
- The handrails are on both sides.
Level Change (Seating Area)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located leading to the seating area.
- The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
- The ramp/slope is portable.
- Please contact a member of staff.
- The ramp does not have handrails.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 71cm (2ft 4in).
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located around the edge of the area.
- There is/are 1-2 step(s) to the area/service.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are low to moderate.
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
Level Change (Games Room Entrance)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located leading to the games room.
- The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
- The ramp/slope is portable.
- Please contact a member of staff.
- The ramp does not have handrails.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 122cm (4ft).
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located leading to the games room.
- There is/are 2 step(s) to the area/service.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Comments
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- There is a similar level change another 5m into the main games room area, it is a permanent slight ramp.
Reception (Bowling)
- The desk/counter is 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
- There is not level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
- The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
- The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Comments
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- There is bench seating in the reception area.
Reception (Cloakroom)
- The desk/counter is 28m (30yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- There is not level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
- The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
- The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
- The lighting levels are low to moderate.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
Level Change (Bowling Lanes)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located between the seats and bowling lanes.
- The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
- The ramp/slope is portable.
- Please contact a member of staff.
- The ramp does not have handrails.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 122cm (4ft).
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located between the seats and the bowling lanes.
- There is/are 2 step(s) to the area/service.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
Bowling Lanes
- There is an assistance bowling ramp available at each lane.
- There is bench seating around each terminal with no armrests.
- Some of these have a fixed table in the middle of them.
- There are counters with bar stools at the rear of this area.
Level Change (Bar Area)
- The ramp does not have handrails.
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located around the edge of the bar.
- There is/are 1 step(s) to the area/service.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are low to moderate.
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
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Comments
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- The portable ramp used to access other internal areas can be used here.
- The bar can also be accessed from the bowling reception area with level access.
Eating and Drinking (Main Bar)
- The following information is for the bar.
- The bar is located in the centre of the ground floor.
- The bar does serve food.
- 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.
- All tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is approximately 48m (52yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- The standard height for tables is 70cm.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- Takeaway cutlery is available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- Children are welcomed in the bar area.
- Menus are hand held and wall.
- 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.
Eating and Drinking (Side Bar)
- The following information is for the bar.
- The bar is located on the rear side of the venue, on the ground floor.
- The bar does not serve food.
- 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.
- All tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The standard height for tables is 70cm.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- Takeaway cutlery is not available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- Children are welcomed in the bar area.
- The type of food served here is alcoholic beverages only.
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Comments
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- Menus are not available at this bar.
Eating and Drinking (Golden Gate Bar - First Floor)
- The following information is for the bar.
- The bar is located beside the bowling alleys on the first floor.
- The bar does not serve food.
- Full table service is not available.
- Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
- Food or drinks cannot be brought to the table.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- Some tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the stairs on the first floor.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 69cm (2ft 3in).
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 105cm (3ft 5in).
- The standard height for tables is 69cm.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- Takeaway cutlery is not available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- Children are welcomed in the bar area.
- 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 alcoholic beverages only.
Toilet with Adaptations (Male - No Transfer)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located within the standard toilets, beside the games room, on the ground floor.
- There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is not a shared toilet.
- This is a male accessible toilet cubicle within the male standard toilets.
- A key is required for the accessible toilet.
- The key is a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from the bowling reception.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 92cm (3ft).
- The door is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 138cm x 198cm (4ft 6in x 6ft 6in).
- There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a lateral transfer space.
- The tap type is lever.
- There is not a mixer tap.
- There is not an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is a/are general domestic waste disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 174cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- Wall mounted grab rails are not available for the toilet.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- There is not a mirror.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
- There is not a hand dryer.
- 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).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 83cm (2ft 9in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
- There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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Baby Change Facilities
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- Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
- Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 94cm (3ft 1in).
Toilet with Adaptations (Female - Left Hand Transfer)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located within the female standard toilets on the ground floor.
- There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is not a shared toilet.
- This is a female accessible toilet cubicle within the female standard toilets.
- A key is required for the accessible toilet.
- The key is a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from the bowling reception.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 92cm (3ft).
- The door is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 149cm x 199cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 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 84cm (2ft 9in).
- There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
- The tap type is twist/turn.
- There is not a mixer tap.
- There is not an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is a/are sanitary and general domestic waste disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 168cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- There is not a mirror.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
- There is not a hand dryer.
- 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).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 81cm (2ft 8in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
- There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
- The lighting levels are low to moderate.
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Baby Change Facilities
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- Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
- Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 95cm (3ft 1in).
Standard Toilet(s)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left of the games room, opposite the bowling reception desk.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
- Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
Additional Info
- Staff do not receive disability awareness / equality training.
- Documents can be requested in Braille.
- Documents can be requested 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.