Access Guide
Introduction
- Rambert is home to an independent dance company.
- It was officially opened by HM The Queen in March 2014.
- The building includes five dance studios, treatment and body conditioning rooms, workshops, offices and an archive.
- Rambert is available for classes and private hire.
- Rambert provide a Dancing with Parkinson's and Dementia classes.
Building Layout
- Floor/Level Listings;.
- Lower Ground Floor: Archive Room and Accessible Toilet.
- Ground Floor: Reception.
- 1st Floor: Rambert Studio, Changing Rooms and Accessible Toilet and Shower.
- 2nd Floor: Anya Linden Studio and Kleinwort Studio.
- 3rd Floor: Panter Room, Rebalance Centre and Accessible Toilet and Shower.
- 4th Floor: Mercury Studio and Staff Office.
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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- Rambert is located along Upper Ground.
Rambert is located in central London in the congestion zone and is accessed from Upper Ground. - There is on-street standard parking bays located along Upper Ground.
The National Theatre Car Park is located directly along Upper Ground.
Doon Street Car Park and Cornwall Street Car Park are both located further along Upper Ground.
Please see the London South Bank Public Parking section in this access guide for more information on other public car parks in the area. - For more information on London traffic please click here (opens new tab).
- Rambert is located along Upper Ground.
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
- The nearest bus stop is located on Belvedere Road, approximately 394ft from the venue.
Bus routes that serve the bus stop includes RV1. - For more information on bus stops please click here (opens new tab).
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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 450 metres from the Rambert.
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 please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on Waterloo Station Access Guide please click here (opens new tab).
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By Underground
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- The nearest underground station is Waterloo.
- Waterloo Underground Station (Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo and City Lines) is approximately 650 metres from the venue.
Of these lines, only the Jubilee Line has step-free access. - For more information on the underground 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, except three piers. Please see the TFL website for details. - For more information on the River Buses 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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- Please use the TFL journey planner for details of the most suitable route.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- The TFL website has links to the TFL accessibility guides, including large print maps and audio guides to order or download.
- 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.
On Street Parking (Upper Ground)
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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 Upper Ground.
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).
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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.
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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).
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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.
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- 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 just off Upper Ground.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- 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.
- There is an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 95cm (3ft 1in).
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The width of the door opening is 100cm.
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Comments
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- When entering the venue, the door is opened by the receptionist.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located ahead as you enter.
- The reception point is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are moderate to good.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the reception area.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
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Reception Seating Area
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- There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
- Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the building.
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Circulation
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- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl.
- 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 poor colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There is bench seating at regular intervals.
- 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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Safe Place(s)
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- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in public areas.
Other Floors (Lower Ground to Level 4)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located just beyond the reception area.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
- 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 between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are 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 second lower handrail.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.
Lift (Standard Lift)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located just beyond the reception area.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are 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 poor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is poor.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 105cm x 210cm (3ft 5in x 6ft 11in).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is 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 moderate to good.
Step(s) (Ground to Lower Ground Floor)
- There is a/are step(s) located next to the reception area.
- There is/are 15+ 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 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are low to moderate.
Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Archive Room)
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Access to the Room
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- The room surveyed was Archive Room.
- Archive Room is located on the lower ground.
- There is wayfinding signage for the room.
- There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
- There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- Staff can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
- The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is step-free access.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 88cm.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
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Room Details
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- There is not a hearing assistance system available for the room.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
- There is flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
- The lighting levels are good.
- The room can be set up with tables and chairs.
The height of the table is 69cm.
There is an exhibition display on wall about Rambert.
The archive room can be booked in advance to be look at the Rambert archives.
For the Dance for Dementia and Parkinson classes the archive room is used for teas and coffees afterwards.
Accessible Toilet(s) (Lower Ground Floor)
- 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 along the lower ground floor corridor.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the lift.
- 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 heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 220cm (5ft 3in x 7ft 3in).
- 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 right.
- The lateral transfer space is 90cm.
- The transfer space is obstructed by a waste bin.
- 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 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 and non-infectious waste disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 170cm from the floor.
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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 not 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 lid.
- 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 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 do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
- There is not a soap dispenser.
- 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 good.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall is good.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is poor.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are good.
Event Room(s) / Space(s) (First Floor : Rambert Studio)
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Access to the Room
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- The space surveyed was Rambert Studio.
- Rambert Studio is located on the first floor, to the right after you exit the lift.
- There is wayfinding signage for the space.
- There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
- There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- Staff can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
- The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is step-free access.
- 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.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
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Room Details
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- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
- There is some flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- The Rambert Studio is the main dance studio.
The room is mainly used by the Rambert Dance Group.
The studio can be hired for evening classes.
There is bleacher style seating available for small performances.
There would be space at the front for wheelchair users.
Accessible Toilet(s) (First Floor)
- 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 on the first floor to the left after you exit the lift.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift.
- 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 heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 190cm x 275cm (6ft 3in x 9ft).
- 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 200cm.
- 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 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 and non-infectious waste disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- There are coat hooks in the toilet at 135cm and 170cm from the floor.
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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 not 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 lid.
- 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 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 do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
- There is not a soap dispenser.
- 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 good.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are good.
Accessible Shower - First Floor Accessible Toilet
- The accessible shower is located within the accessible toilet.
- The height of the shower is adjustable.
- The shower controls are twist turn.
- The height of the flip down seat is 50cm.
- There is a horizontal grab rail to the left as you face the shower.
- There is dropdown rail to the right as you face the shower.
- There is an emergency alarm available.
Changing Area (First Floor)
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Changing Area
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- There is a/are changing area(s) available.
- The changing area that was surveyed is located to the left after you exit the lift.
- The changing area is approximately 7m from the lift.
- There is step-free access to the changing area.
- The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard showers, standard toilets and baby change facilities.
- This is a male changing area.
- Similar female changing area(s) are available.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The width of the door opening is 88cm.
- The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
- There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
- There are lockers within the changing area.
- There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a water dispenser available.
- The lighting levels in the changing area are moderate to good.
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Shower Facilities
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- Shower facilities are available.
- There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
- The shower head height(s) is/are adjustable.
- The shower control type(s) is/are twist/turn.
- There is no seat for the shower(s).
- There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
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Toilet Facilities
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- Toilet facilities are available.
- There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
- There are horizontal grab rails on both sides of the seat.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are moderate to good.
- There is a lowered sink available.
The height of the lowered sink is 66cm.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are available.
- Baby changing facilities are located in the changing area.
- The baby change table is not 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 90cm.
Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Second Floor : Anya Linden Studio)
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Access to the Room
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- The room surveyed was Anya Linden Studio.
- Anya Linden Studio is located on the second floor, to the left after you exit the lift.
- There is wayfinding signage for the room.
- There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
- There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- Staff can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
- The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is step-free access.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 160cm.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
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Room Details
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- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
- There is some flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- The Anya Linden Dance Studio is used for classes and is available for private hire.
Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Second Floor : Kleinwort Studio)
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Access to the Room
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- The room surveyed was Kleinwort Studio.
- Kleinwort Studio is located on the second floor, to the left after you exit the lift.
- There is wayfinding signage for the room.
- There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
- There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- Staff can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
- The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is step-free access.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 88cm.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
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Room Details
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- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
- There is flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- The Kleinwirt Dance Studio is used for classes and is available for private hire.
Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Third Floor : Panter Room)
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Access to the Room
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- The room surveyed was Panter Room.
- Panter Room is located on the third floor, to the left after you exit the lift.
- There is wayfinding signage for the room.
- There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
- There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- Staff can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
- The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is step-free access.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 88cm.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
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Room Details
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- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- There are potential trip hazards within the room.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- The Panter is a meeting room that is available for hire.
The room has a table and chairs.
The height of the table is 69cm.
Third Floor : Rebalance Centre
- The Rebalance Centre is a private company which hires space on the third floor, the services they provide include Osteopathy, Sports Massage and Pilates.
- They have two treatment rooms and a body conditioning room.
- Contact Details
- Telephone - 020 7127 8127.
- email - [email protected].
Accessible Toilet(s) (Third 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 on the third floor, to the right after you exit the lift.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the lift.
- 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 heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 240cm x 250cm (7ft 10in x 8ft 2in).
- 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 167cm.
- 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 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 and non-infectious waste disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- There are coat hooks in the toilet at 130cm and 165cm from the floor.
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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 not 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 lid.
- 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 do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
- There is not a soap dispenser.
- 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 good.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall is good.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is poor.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Comments
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- The toilet is located within the Rebalance Centre but is available for people using the Rambert facilities.
Accessible Shower : Third Floor Accessible Toilet
- The accessible shower is located within the accessible toilet.
- The height of the shower is adjustable.
- The shower controls are twist turn.
- The height of the flip down seat is 50cm.
- There is a horizontal grab rail to the right as you face the shower.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the shower.
- There is an emergency alarm available.
Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Fourth Floor : Mercury Studio)
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Access to the Room
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- The room surveyed was Mercury Studio.
- Mercury Studio is located on the fourth floor.
- There is wayfinding signage for the room.
- There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
- There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- Staff can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
- The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is step-free access.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 160cm.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
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Room Details
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- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
- There is flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- The Mercury Studio is used for classes and is available for private hire.