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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include reception, the library and meeting rooms.

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  • Situated in the Mary Seacole Centre at the heart of the High Street, Lambeth's first self-service library offers books, DVDs, and language courses for loan, plus access to computers, free Wi-Fi & fully equipped meeting rooms.

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Location

• The venue is in a pedestrian area.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Clapham High Street.
• The nearest underground station is Clapham Common.

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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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 available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 255cm x 480cm (8ft 4in x 15ft 9in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located in front of the venue.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The venue is situated on a red route.
  • There is space for two Blue Badge holders in front of the clinic.
  • There are an additional 3 Blue Badge bays in St Luke's Avenue.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 132cm (4ft 4in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open automatically.
  • The doors are double width.
  • The door opening is 91cm (2ft 12in) wide.

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Outside Access (Library Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located to the right as you enter the main entrance.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open by sliding.
• The doors are single width.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 345cm (11ft 4in) wide.

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Reception

• The desk is 3m (3yd 10in) from the library entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access

• There is not 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.

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  • There is an easy spiral slope throughout the venue.

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Level Change (Inside Access)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond reception.
• The ramp/slope is easy.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located next to the ramp.
• There is/are 6 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are shallow (2cm - 10cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).
• The lift does bypass the ramp/slope.

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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 have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard is / are available.

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  • There are 6 study rooms.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-G-UG.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • The steps are shallow (2cm - 10cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter the library.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-G-UG.
• The lift is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the library entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 92cm (3ft).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 133cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 4in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is 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 not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Accessible Toilet (Ground Floor)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• 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.
  • This accessible toilet is 16m (17yd 1ft) from the library entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right, off the main ramp leading to the lower ground floor.
  • There is not level access to this 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 locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 127cm x 170cm (4ft 2in x 5ft 7in).
  • 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 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is twist/turn.
  • 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 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 not mirrors.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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).
  • 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.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
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  • The cubicle starts wide and then narrows in the corner of the toilet.

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Level Change (Ground Floor Accessible Toilet)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is easy.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.

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Accessible Toilet (Lower Ground Floor)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is 13m (14yd 8in) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the lower ground floor.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 175cm x 225cm (5ft 9in 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 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is push.
  • 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 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 placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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).
  • 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.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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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 Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The unisex toilets that were surveyed are located on the lower ground floor.
  • The unisex toilet(s) is/are 16m (17yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the unisex toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Level Change (Unisex Toilets)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located on the hallway leading to the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is moderate.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 123cm (4ft).

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Additional Info

• Documents can be requested 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.
• This service can be requested.
• Home visits / services are available.

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  • Please click here for more information on home services (link opens in new tab)..