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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a fitness suite, studio and group cycle studio.
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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Loughborough Junction.
• The nearest underground station is Brixton.

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Opening Hours

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• 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 just outside of the venue on Ferndene Road.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • There is not a designated Blue Badge holder parking space, however Blue Badge holders may be able to park in the space in front of the venue beyond the gates after notifying the staff.
  • There is a slope at this parking space.
  • The standard parking bays on Ferndene Road can accommodate approximately 5 cars.
  • Parking charges are applicable between the hours of 12:00 and 14:00.

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Access Point (Pedestrian Gate)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located on Ferndene Road.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The width of the gap is 105cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located on the pavement at the access point.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• Comments View
  • There are uneven paving slabs immediately before the gate.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 90cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the pedestrian gate leading to the main entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located at the entrance.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 4cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• Comments View
  • There is also a short path from the parking space outside the main entrance which can be seen in the last two photographs.

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Reception

• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a touch screen.
• The touch screen is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.

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• Comments View
  • The self service touch screens have a height of 140cm.
  • There is also a bell to ring for assistance with a height of 76cm.
  • The security barriers are activated by staff or membership card.
  • The height of the card reader is 76cm.

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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 in the fitness suite and studios.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Level Change (Facilities)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located between the security barriers and main facilities.
• The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 96cm (3ft 2in).

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Level Change (Fitness Suite)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading to the fitness suite.
• There is/are 4 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
• 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.
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Lift (Fitness Suite)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the entrance of the fitness suite.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 149cm x 100cm (4ft 11in x 3ft 3in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located at the far end of the corridor on the right.
  • The fitness suite is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • Level access is by lift.
  • There are not doors into the fitness suite.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
  • Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes free weights, low row machine no.8, and cycle machines with backrests.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Comments View
  • There is a fitness studio with a door width of 90cm.
  • There is a group cycling studio with a door width of 77cm.

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Standard Changing Room (Female and Male)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the fitness suite.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located at the end of the corridor, to the left.
• There is not level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is not level access to the shower facilities.
• The shower cubicle(s) / area is / are accessed via a shallow step.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the corridor after entrance foyer.
  • There is not 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 240cm x 250cm (7ft 10in x 8ft 2in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 170cm (5ft 7in).
  • 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 an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are general domestic waste and 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 the right.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are 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 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is 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).
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • 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 73cm (2ft 5in).

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Accessible Shower (Accessible Toilet)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the accessible toilet.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 52cm (1ft 8in).
• Other facilities available include; dropdown rails.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located off the main corridor, within the separate female and fmale standard changing rooms.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Additional Info

• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.