Access Guide
Introduction - Witness for the Prosecution
- Witness for the Prosecution is an Agatha Christie play staged within the surroundings of the London County Hall historic council chamber.
Theatre Information
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Theatre Information
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- The designated seating within the theatre is located in the Stalls Seating Area .
- Advanced bookings are available.
- Concessions are available.
- Tickets are free for companions/carers.
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Facilities for Hearing Impaired Patrons
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- There is a hearing assistance system available in the theatre(s).
- There is a/are headset hearing assistance system(s) in the theatre(s).
- The hearing assistance system does not cover all areas of the theatre(s).
- No performances are signed.
Getting Here
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By Air
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- The nearest airports to central London are London City Airport, London Gatwick and London Heathrow.
London City Airport is connected to the centre by the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) to Bank or Tower Gateway with interchanges to the rail and underground network at Canning Town and Stratford.
From Gatwick airport there are fast trains connecting to London Bridge Station.
Heathrow Airport is connected by fast trains to Paddington Station and is also on the Piccadilly underground line. - For more information on travelling to London by air please click here (opens new tab).
- The nearest airports to central London are London City Airport, London Gatwick and London Heathrow.
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By Road
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- County Hall is situated in central London in the Congestion Zone.
County Hall is located on Belvedere Road.
Belvedere Road can be accessed from Westminster Bridge Road or York Road (both A3200).
It may be easier to use public transport to access the County Hall.
There is a taxi rank in Chicheley Street. - There is no onsite parking. Please see the section on London South Bank Car Parks for more information on nearby public parking.
There is coach parking only along Belvedere Road.
There is Blue Badge and standard on-street parking on Chicheley Street. - For more information on London traffic please click here (opens new tab).
- County Hall is situated in central London in the Congestion Zone.
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By Bus
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- The nearest bus stops are located on Chicheley Street and Westminster Bridge Road, approximately 160 metres away.
There are tourist bus stops for the London Eye in Belvedere Road close to Access Point 2. - For more information on one of the nearest bus stop locations please click here (opens new tab).
- The nearest bus stops are located on Chicheley Street and Westminster Bridge Road, approximately 160 metres away.
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Waterloo and Waterloo East.
- Waterloo and Waterloo East Stations are approximately 600m from County Hall.
The stations are linked and there is step-free access throughout the stations, although there are steep ramps to access the platforms in Waterloo East.
Step-free access to both stations is from the service road known as Cab Road or Taxi Road. - For more information on Waterloo Station (National Rail) please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on Waterloo Station (AccessAble) please click here (opens new tab).
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By Underground
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- The nearest underground station ishttps://tfl.gov.uk/modes/tube/
- Waterloo Underground Station (Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines) is approximately 650 metres from County Hall.
Of these lines, only the Jubilee Line has step-free access. - For more information on London Underground (Transport for London) please click here (opens new tab).
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By River
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- Six TFL River Bus routes run from 22 piers between Putney and Woolwich.
The Queen's Walk is served by the London Eye Millennium Pier, between Westminster Bridge and the Golden Jubilee Bridges and also Bankside Pier, to the east of Blackfriars Bridge.
There is step-free access onto the river buses at all except three piers. Please see the TFL website for details. - For more information on London River Bus services please click here (opens new tab).
- Six TFL River Bus routes run from 22 piers between Putney and Woolwich.
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Useful Links
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- Further information on getting to County Hall.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
Getting Help and Assistance
- There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
- There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
- There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
- Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
- There are not mobility aids available.
On Street Parking (Chicheley Street)
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On Street Blue Badge Parking
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- There is a/are clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
- The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Chicheley Street.
- The dimensions of the on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 200cm x 600cm (6ft 7in x 19ft 8in).
- There are parking charges for the on street Blue Badge parking bay(s).
- Payment signs are not provided.
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On Street Standard Parking
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- Standard on street parking is available.
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Chicheley Street.
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- There is coach parking on Belvedere Road (shown in Photograph 5).
South Bank Public Car Parks
- This section provides information about a number of public cars parks around South Bank.
For more information about access and parking charges please visit the individual car parks.
South Bank is located in the congestion charging zone.
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National Theatre Car Park
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- The National Theatre Car Park Car Park is located off Upper Ground.
- The car park type is underground.
- The car park does have Blue Badge parking.
- Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
- The car park surface is concrete.
- When the National Theatre building is closed there is no step-free access from the car park.
This applies all day on Sundays, and before 09.30 and after 23:00 on most other days.
Free parking is available in the NT Car Park for Blue Badge holders attending a performance or eating at the National.
Photographs 1 and 2 show the National Theatre Car Park. - To view the National Theatre car park location please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on the National Theatre Car Park please click here (opens new tab).
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Cornwall Road Car Park
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- The Cornwall Road Car Park Car Park is located off Cornwall Road.
- The car park type is underground.
- The car park does have Blue Badge parking.
- Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
- The car park surface is concrete.
- There is step free access from the car park via a lift.
The car park is used as a car park for South Bank Centre Venues.
Photographs 3 and 4 Show the Cornwall Road Car Park. - To view the Cornwall Road car park location please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on the Cornwall Road Car Park please click here (opens new tab).
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Doon Street Car Park
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- The Doon Street Car Park Car Park is located off Upper Ground.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have Blue Badge parking.
- Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
- The car park surface is compacted gravel.
- Photographs 5 and 6 show the Doon Street Car Park.
- To view the Doon Street car park location please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on the Doon Street Car Park please click here (opens new tab).
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Waterloo – York Road Car Park
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- The Waterloo York Road Car Park Car Park is located off York Road.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have Blue Badge parking.
- Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- Photographs 7 and 8 show the Waterloo York Road Car Park.
- To view the Waterloo York Road car park location please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on the Waterloo York Road Car Park please click here (opens new tab).
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Waterloo – Upper Marsh Car Park
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- The Waterloo Upper Marsh Car Park Car Park is located off Upper Marsh.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does have Blue Badge parking.
- Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- Photographs 9 and 10 show the Waterloo Upper Marsh Car Park.
- To view the Waterloo Upper Marsh car park location please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on the Waterloo Upper Marsh Car Park please click here (opens new tab).
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London Waterloo Station Car Park
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- The London Waterloo Station Car Park Car Park is located on Station Approach.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does have Blue Badge parking.
- Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- Photographs 11 and 12 show the London Waterloo Station Car Park.
- To view the London Waterloo Station car park location please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on the London Waterloo Station Car Park please click here (opens new tab).
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of London County Hall.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The width of the door opening is 120cm.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
- There is/are 6 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of London County Hall.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The width of the door opening is 90cm.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 180cm.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
- There is/are 4 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 15cm.
- The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
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Lift
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- There is a lift to access this entrance.
- The lift does bypass the step(s).
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Comments
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- There is a third set of doors which leads into the London County Hall Foyer.
- The third set of doors opens away from you and is 140cm wide.
Lift (Accessible Entrance - Platform Lift)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located to the left of the entrance.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- A member of staff needs to be notified for use of the lift.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is High.
- The clear door width is 105cm (3ft 5in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 140cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
- 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 not have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
Theatre Foyer
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Theatre Foyer
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- The theatre foyer is located ahead after you enter the venue.
- There is step-free access to the theatre foyer.
- There is step-free access throughout the foyer.
- The type of flooring in the foyer is tiles.
- There is some flooring in the foyer which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- There is flooring in the foyer which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- The lighting levels are good.
- Wayfinding signage is available.
- The nearest seating is located near to the ticket counter.
- The foyer does not play background music.
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Box Office
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- There is a/are box office within the foyer.
- The counter(s) is/are located at the rear of the foyer.
- The nearest counter is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
- The counter(s) is/are clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the counter(s).
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter(s).
- There are not windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter(s) which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The counter(s) is/are not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the counter(s) are good.
- The height of the counter(s) is/are 118cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter(s).
- There is not a/are not lowered section(s) of the counter(s).
- The counter(s) is/are staffed.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter(s).
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Bar
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- There is not a bar within the foyer.
- The bar is located on the first floor.
Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the ground floor, the toilets are located outside and accessed via manual double doors.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the accessible entrance.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 152cm x 225cm (4ft 12in x 7ft 5in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The toilet has a non-slip floor.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 85cm.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- 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).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- 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).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are good.
Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female Toilet(s)
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- The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located at the rear of the ground floor, the toilets are located outside and accessed by a double door.
- The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the accessible entrance.
- There is step-free access into the female toilet(s).
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
- There is not a lowered wash basin.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Access to Standard Male Toilet(s)
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- The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located at the rear of the Theatre Foyer, the toilets are located outside and accessed by a double door.
- The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the accessible entrance.
- There is step-free access into the male toilet(s).
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- There is not a lowered urinal.
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
- There is not a lowered wash basin.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are good.
Other Floors (Ground Floor to First Floor)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located to the left of the Theatre Foyer.
- The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The going of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
Lift (Standard Lift)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located to the left of the foyer.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- A member of staff needs to be notified for use of the lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1 and 2.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is High.
- The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 195cm x 160cm (6ft 5in x 5ft 3in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
- There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
Getting Around (First Floor)
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the first floor.
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Circulation
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- There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is tiles.
- There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
- There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in public areas.
Theatre Seating Area(s) (Stalls - First Floor)
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Access to Seating
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- The information below describes access to the Stalls.
- The theatre area is located along the first floor corridor.
- There is step-free access to the Theatre Area.
- The doors to the area is clearly signed.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 170cm.
- All doors accessing the area are similar.
- The doors is/are permanently held open before and after performances.
- There is a member of staff available for assistance at the doors before and after performances.
- The doors give access to the rear of the seating (Row F).
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Theatre Area Information
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- This information refers to the Stalls.
- The type of flooring in the seating area is carpet.
- There are seats with armrests on both sides.
- The width of the rows of seating is 30cm.
- The lighting level before and after performances is good.
- The nearest accessible toilet is located along the first floor corridor.
- There is step free access to a row/rows of seating.
- The row(s) with step free access is/are row(s) F.
- The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
- There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
- There is/are 10 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 10cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
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Designated Seating Area(s)
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- There is designated seating available in this area.
- The designated seating area(s) is/are located along Row F.
- The designated seating area(s) is/are not clearly marked/signed.
- There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
- There is/are 3 designated space(s) for wheelchair users.
- Wheelchairs may be left with the patron.
- The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
- Companions/carers sit next to the patron.
- There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.
- Two of the wheelchair spaces are only suitable for smaller wheelchairs.
If requested assistance dogs can stay in the offices during the performance.
Theatre Seating Area(s) (Stalls - VIP Jury Box - First Floor)
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Access to Seating
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- The information below describes access to the Stalls - VIP Jury Box.
- The theatre area is located along the first floor corridor.
- There is step-free access to the Theatre Area.
- The doors to the area is clearly signed.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 170cm.
- The doors is/are permanently held open before and after performances.
- There is a member of staff available for assistance at the doors before and after performances.
- The doors give access to Row F.
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Theatre Area Information
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- This information refers to the Stalls.
- The type of flooring in the seating area is carpet.
- There is bench seating available.
- The width of the rows of seating is 30cm.
- The lighting level before and after performances is good.
- The nearest accessible toilet is located along the first floor corridor.
- There is not step free access to a row/rows of seating.
- The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
- There is/are 1 to 4 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 13cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
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Designated Seating Area(s)
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- There is not designated seating available in this area.
- The nearest designated seating to this area is located along Row F in the Stalls.
Step(s) (First Floor Bar)
- There is a/are step(s) located off the main corridor.
- The step(s) is/are used to access the First Floor Bar.
- There is/are 8 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
- The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
Eating and Drinking (First Floor Bar)
- The following information is for the bar.
- The bar is located off the first floor corridor.
- There is stepped access to the bar.
- Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
- The height of the service counter is high (110cm+) .
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- There is not a hearing assistance system .
- This area does not play background music.
- The type of flooring in this area is carpet and tiles.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Takeaway cutlery is available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- There are wall menus available.
- Menus are not available in Braille.
- Menus are not available in large print.
- Picture menus are not available.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
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Comments
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- If you are unable to access the bar due to the steps, a member of staff can take your order.
Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Male Standard Toilets)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
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Location and Access
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- The accessible toilet surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
- This accessible toilet is located in the first floor male standard toilets.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the Stalls Designated Wheelchair Spaces.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is no signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 91cm.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 200cm x 180cm (6ft 7in x 5ft 11in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The toilet has a non-slip floor.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 178cm.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is not an emergency alarm.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are general domestic waste disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the right.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is not a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- There is not a mirror.
- There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
- 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 105cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- 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).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are good.
Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Female Standard Toilets)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
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Location and Access
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- The accessible toilet surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
- This accessible toilet is located in the first floor female standard toilets.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Stalls.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is no signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 92cm.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 220cm x 180cm (7ft 3in x 5ft 11in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The toilet has a non-slip floor.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 150cm.
- The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is not an emergency alarm.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are general domestic waste disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the left.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is not a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- There is not a mirror.
- There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
- 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).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 105cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- 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).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are good.
Standard Toilet(s) (First Floor)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female Toilet(s)
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- The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located along the first floor corridor.
- The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Stalls.
- There is step-free access into the female toilet(s).
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
- There is not a lowered wash basin.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Access to Standard Male Toilet(s)
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- The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located along the first floor corridor.
- The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the stalls.
- There is step-free access into the male toilet(s).
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- There is not a lowered urinal.
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
- There is not a lowered wash basin.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are good.
Other Floors (First Floor to Second Floor)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located off the first floor corridor.
- There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell on the second floor and on the first floor.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1 and 2.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The going of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are not clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Getting Around (Second Floor - The Galleries)
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the second floor.
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Circulation
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- There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl.
- Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in public areas.
Theatre Seating Area(s) (Galleries - Second Floor)
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Access to Seating
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- The information below describes access to the Galleries.
- The theatre area is located along the second floor corridor.
- There is stepped access to the Theatre Area.
- The doors to the area is not clearly signed.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 100cm.
- All doors accessing the area are similar.
- The doors is/are permanently held open before and after performances.
- There is a member of staff available for assistance at the doors before and after performances.
- The doors give access to Row B.
- There is/are 3 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 20cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The lighting level at the steps before and after performances is moderate to good.
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Theatre Area Information
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- The type of flooring in the seating area is wood.
- There is bench seating available.
- The width of the rows of seating is 30cm.
- The lighting level before and after performances is good.
- The nearest accessible toilet is located in the theatre foyer and on the first floor.
- There is step free access to a row/rows of seating.
- The access to the majority of seating is located either side of the seats (against wall) and in the centre of the seats.
- There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
- There is/are 8 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 20cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are wall mounted.
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The lighting level at the steps before and after performances is good.
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Designated Seating Area(s)
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- There is not designated seating available in this area.
- The nearest designated seating to this area is located on the first floor, in the stalls seating area.