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Introduction

• Related link Manor House Library.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/london-borough-of-lewisham/access-guides/manor-house-library
• Related link Manor House Gardens.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/london-borough-of-lewisham/access-guides/manor-house-gardens

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• Comments View
  • The Children's Centre is located on the lower ground floor of the Manor House Library, with which it shares the car park and accessible entrance.
  • There is also a standard lift which connects the Children's Centre with the Library floors.
  • The Library building is located in Manor House Gardens, a park which includes a café and playground.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the area.
• This venue is situated in Lee Green.
• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Lee.

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Opening Times

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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  • The centre may also be open outside of these times for special events or for hire by outside groups.

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Parking

• 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 type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot be booked in advance.
  • There are 1 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 300cm x 450cm (9ft x 14ft).
  • The nearest designated bay is 7m (7yd 2ft) from the the Accessible Entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb / non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 2m x 4m (6ft 6in x 13ft 1in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Old Road outside the venue.
  • The car park tarmac has gravel chippings bound into it.

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front left of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are single width.
• The door opening is 94cm (3ft) wide.

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  • The powered door is operated by push pad to enter and exit.
  • The push pad is within reach of wheelchair users.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-Accessible Entrance - UG.
  • There are 10 steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is not a landing.
  • The lighting level is medium.
• Comments View
  • The platform lift overcomes the stairs.

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Lift (to Children's Centre)

• The lift is located immediately inside the entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG - Entrance - UG.
• The lift is 3m (3yd 11in) from the Accessible Entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft).
• The dimensions of the lift are 102cm x 150cm (3ft x 4ft).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lift controls do have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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  • The lift has a powered door.
  • This lift connects the entrance with the Children's Centre on the lower ground floor and also the upper ground level where the main foyer and library are located.

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Reception

• The reception desk is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the the Entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• This is by lift.
• The reception desk is medium height.
• The desk has a lowered section.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• 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 welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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  • Within the Children's Centre there is a crèche/ stay and play room with a connecting feeding/ quiet room. There is also a multi-purpose meeting/ activity room.

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Lift (Main Library Lift)

• The lift is located on the main corridor of the centre.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG - UG - 1 - 2.
• The lift is 10m (10yd 3ft) from Children's Centre Reception.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 140cm (3ft x 4ft).
• 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 reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lift controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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  • This lift connects the Children's Centre with the upper floors of the building, containing the library and meeting rooms - but not the accessible entrance level.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There are accessible toilets 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.
  • The accessible toilet is 1m (3ft 11in) from the the entrance lift.
  • The accessible toilet is located on the lower ground floor next to the lift and reception.
  • There is level access to the 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 inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 95cm (3ft).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 250cm (4ft x 8ft).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • 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).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
  • It is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • 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 in the accessible toilet.
  • 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 46cm (18in).
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 3").
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5").
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • Baby change facilities are located within this accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change bench when extended is 102cm ( 3ft 4in).

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The unisex toilets are located off the main stay and play room.
  • Unisex toilets are 12m (13yd 4in) from the the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the unisex toilet.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
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  • There are further standard unisex toilets off the small stay and play room and also off the main corridor.
  • There is a fixed baby change bench within the unisex toilet in the main stay and play room.
  • The height of the bench is 92cm (3ft).

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Additional Info

• Staff do not receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.

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  • Family support staff are available for home visits.