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Introduction

• The Lambeth Crematorium and Garden of Remembrance were opened in May 1958.
• They are set amid 10 acres of peaceful gardens.
• The crematorium is next to Lambeth Cemetery, which was opened in 1854.

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Location

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

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• Comments View
  • Bus stops are situated on Norwood High Street & Knights Hill.

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Opening Times

• The venue has seasonal opening times and please contact the venue for details of opening times.

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Parking (Office)

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located just inside the main gates.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • There is/are 0 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The car park surface is block paving.
  • The patron does not have to cross a road.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Parking (Crematorium)

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located at the side of the crematorium.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 3 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 265cm x 600cm (8ft 8in x 19ft 8in).
  • The nearest designated bay is 11m (12yd 1in) from the Crematorium - Accessible Entrance.
  • The furthest designated bay is 19m (20yd 2ft) from the Crematorium - Accessible Entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The patron does not have to cross a road.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Gate)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the cemetery.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 112cm (3ft 8in) wide.

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Outside Access (Cemetery Office)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main door(s) open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 71cm (2ft 4in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open away from you (push).
  • The doors are single width.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The door opening is 74cm (2ft 5in) wide.

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Level Change (Cemetery Office)

• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 3 step(s) to the area / service.
• 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 medium height.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up.

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Outside Access (Cemetery Office - Accessible Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main door(s) open away from you (push).
• The doors are double width.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The door opening is 96cm (3ft 2in) wide.

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Level Change (Cemetery Office - Accessible 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 portable.
• Please contact a member of staff.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 70cm (2ft 4in).
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
• 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 medium height.
• The steps do not have handrails.
• The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).

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Reception (Cemetery Office)

• The desk/counter is 1m (3ft 3in) from the cemetery office entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Outside Access (Crematorium - Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open away from you (push).
• The doors are double width.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 210cm (6ft 11in) wide.

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Level Change (Crematorium - Main Entrance)

• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 1 step(s) to the area / service.
• 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 medium height.
• The steps do not have handrails.

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Outside Access (Crematorium - Accessible Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 106cm (3ft 6in).

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Level Change (Crematorium - Accessible Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located leading up to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is easy.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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Inside Access (Crematorium)

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

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• Comments View
  • The hearing loop is in the chapel.

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Level Change (Waiting Room & Toilets)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is portable.
• Please contact a member of staff.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located in the main corridor.
• There is / are 2 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
• The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium height.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).

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Cemetery

• A driveway for vehicles leads from the main gate to the crematorium.
• There are wide tarmac footpaths leading around and through the cemetery.
• The paths range from easy to very steep slopes and wheelchair users may need assistance.
• Once off the paths the grass areas can be uneven.

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Accessible Toilet (Crematorium)

• 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 32m (34yd 2ft) from the Crematorium - Accessible Entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located off the waiting room.
  • 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 233cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 8in).
  • 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 79cm (2ft 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 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 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 are located off the waiting room.
  • Unisex toilets are 31m (33yd 2ft) from the Crematorium - Accessible Entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the unisex toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available 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.
• This service cannot be requested.