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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include meeting rooms, function rooms - large hall, council chamber, committee rooms 1 and 2 and staff offices.
• Related link East Ham Customer Service Centre.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/london-borough-of-newham/access-guides/east-ham-customer-service-centre
• Related link London Borough of Newham.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/london-borough-of-newham/access-guides/london-borough-of-newham

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• Comments View
  • The main hall is licensed for civil ceremonies. .
  • The hall and meeting rooms are available to hire.
  • The venue will be open outside the standard opening times for some meetings and special events.
  • Most council staff are based in the office building at 1000 Dockside.
  • Customer enquiries in person are generally dealt with at East Ham Customer Service Centre, also on Barking Road.

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Location

• The venue is situated of the area.
• This venue is situated in East Ham.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is West Ham.
• The nearest underground station is East Ham.

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Saturday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday Closed.

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• Comments View
  • On Saturdays, the venue is open for weddings and functions only.

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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 is located at the front of the venue, off Barking Road.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 3 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 340cm x 450cm (11ft 2in x 14ft 9in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 21m (22yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 24m (26yd 9in) from the main 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 between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Access to the car park is from Barking Road.
    
  • The car park is for staff, corporate clients and Blue Badge holders only.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located facing High Street South.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 155cm (5ft 1in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 170cm (5ft 7in).
• Comments View
  • The pedestrian access gate to the Town Hall grounds has an opening width of 105cm (photograph 1).

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the Main Entrance.
• 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.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 140cm (4ft 7in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located directly in front of the Main 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 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.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Outside Access (Ceremonies Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear right of the building, off High Street South.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 122cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located directly in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 5 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 18cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• Comments View
  • This entrance is only used for ceremonies and events, which usually take place exclusively on Saturdays.
    
  • There are a pair of iron gates directly in front of the doors, which are permanently held open whenever this entrance is in use.

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Outside Access (Hall Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on the side of the building facing Barking Road.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 155cm (5ft 1in).

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• Comments View
  • This entrance is only used when there is a large event on in the main hall.
    
  • It opens directly on to stairs leading to the first floor.
    
  • This entrance can be bypassed using the main entrance and lift.

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Level Change (Hall Entrance)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located directly in front of the entrance.
• There is/are 10 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are 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 View
  • The doormat after the doors has sunk, which creates an additional two raised thresholds without tapered edges (photograph 3).
  • There are then 15+ steps beyond the doors to the first floor (see separate Other Floors section).

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Other Floors (Access to Hall from Hall Entrance)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
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  • These steps can be bypassed using the Main Entrance and Lift.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Waiting Room / Area

• There is a waiting room / area.
• The waiting room / area is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the {Textbox}.
• There is level access into the waiting room / area.
• There is not a/are not door(s) into the waiting room / area.
• The type of flooring is tiles.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Chairs are available.
• Some chairs with armrests are available.
• Announcements are in person.
• Information is available in Braille on request, large print on request and different languages.
• Information in other languages and formats is available on request.
• Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is not a television.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
• Vending machines are not available.
• There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance 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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• Comments View
  • Picture 1 shows one of the meeting rooms.
    
  • Pictures 2 and 3 show the main first floor function hall and the foyer outside the hall.

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Other Floors (Main Stairs)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Lift (Main Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right of the entrance foyer.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 200cm (3ft 3in x 6ft 7in).
• 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 have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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Level Change (Access to Council Chamber)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located from the main first floor level up to the council chamber.
• There is/are 8 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).
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Lift (Access to Council Chamber)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located between the first floor main level and the council chamber.
• The lift is a stair lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is approximately 65m (71yd 3in) from the Main Entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 90cm x 123cm (2ft 11in x 4ft).
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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Parent and Baby Room

• There is a parent and baby room for public use.
• The parent and baby room is located on the first floor, adjacent to the first floor accessible toilet.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 12m from the Main Lift.
• There is step-free access into the parent and baby room, via lift.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the room.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
• The baby change table is set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the baby change table once extended is 75cm (2ft 6in).
• There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
• There is/are not chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are good.

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• Comments View
  • There is a wash basin just outside the parent and baby room at a height of 84cm.
    
  • It has a mixer tap operated by pushing (and twisting to adjust the temperature).

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Accessible Toilet (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

• 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 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left of the corridor beyond reception.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 92cm (3ft).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 210cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 11in).
  • 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 80cm (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 a/are 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 not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • 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 not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot 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 fair.
  • 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 fair.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the first floor standard toilets and separate baby change facility.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 75cm (2ft 6in).

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Accessible Toilet (First Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left of the first floor foyer.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• 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 sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 140cm x 200cm (4ft 7in x 6ft 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 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • 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 not available in the cubicle.
  • 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 both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer 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 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a fair colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located adjacent to the first floor accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 75cm (2ft 6in).
• Comments View
  • The First Floor Accessible Toilet lock was broken when surveyed (June 2023), and the facility could not be accessed.

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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 Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left of the main corridor beyond reception.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 26m (28yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the female toilets are moderate to good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left of the corridor beyond reception.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the male toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located first floor female standard toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
  • This is by lift.
• Comments View
  • There are additional male and female standard toilets on the first floor on either side of the first floor foyer.
    
  • From the foyer there are 3 medium marked steps up into the toilets.
    
  • The steps do not have handrails.
    
  • Photographs 1-5 show the ground floor toilets.
    
  • Photographs 6-11 show the first floor toilets.

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Level Change (Standard Male Toilets Ground Floor)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located from the main corridor down to basement level.
• There is/are 15+ 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 medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Additional Info

• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• The assistance dog toilet area is located on the grassed area next to the car park.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.
• Home visits / services are available.