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Overview

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• About View
  • Bramall Hall is a Tudor manor house and tourist attraction with origins dating back to the Middle Ages.
  • Facilities available in the venue include: a visitor centre, gardens and parkland, learning centre, a café.
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• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • There is a drop-off point.
  • The name of the nearest car park is Bramhall Park Car Park.
  • View information on Bramhall Park Car Park (opens new tab) .
  • The nearest train station is Davenport.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
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• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • The main entrance to Bramall Hall is stepped, however staff can assist with an alternative entrance.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: parts of the ground floor of Bramall Hall.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the first floor and upper areas of Bramall Hall.
  • Access throughout may include uneven surfaces and doors permanently held open.
  • The upper floors of Bramall Hall can be accessed via stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is no hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
  • There is a designated safe space which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • The designated safe space is located on the ground floor of Bramall Hall, in the Still Room.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: different languages.
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located in the Learning Centre and Bramall Hall.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • The male toilet facilities are located on the first floor of Bramall Hall.
  • The female toilet facilities are located on the ground floor of Bramall Hall.
  • The male and female toilet facilities are located on the first floor in the Learning Centre .
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the toilet with adaptations in Bramall Hall.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the right of the venue.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac, cobbles and block paving.
  • There are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 480cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 120m from the visitor shop and ticket office.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has steep ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
  • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • There is also a smaller car park before reaching the larger one with 2 blue badge parking spaces.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for visitors only.
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Free parking for Blue Badge holders is restricted to 3 hours.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
  • Payment machines are located at the front of the car park.
  • There is a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a level manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user in front of the payment machine (185cm x 210cm).
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  • The car park location on the RingGo app has location number 15007.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point available.
  • The designated drop-off point is located near the visitor centre gates.

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Access To (Visitor Centre and Gift Shop)

• The distance from the large car park is 120m.
• The most accessible route has steep ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
• The slope has a steep gradient.
• There is step-free level access into the Visitor Centre and Gift Shop Courtyard.
• There are double manual doors which are permanently held open.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.

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Entrance (Visitor Centre and Gift Shop)

• This entrance is located within the courtyard that also hosts a café.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the entrance.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked or bolted.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 83cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a medium visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Shop (Visitor Centre and Gift Shop)

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• Getting Around View
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The visual contrast between the shelving and floor varies between low and high.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available on this floor includes: benches.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Payment View
  • The checkout area is located in the centre of the shop.
  • There is step-free level access to the checkout area.
  • The venue has a payment counter.
  • The height of the payment counter is 92cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
  • The counter has windows and patterned/distracting backgrounds.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Access To (Learning Centre)

• Access to the learning centre is via an alternative entrance at the side of the visitor centre.
• The distance from the large car park is 130m.
• The most accessible route has step-free level access, a platform lift, steep ramps or slopes, uneven surfaces and manual doors.
• There is no signage on or near the entrance.
• There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 103cm.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is a second single manual door which opens towards you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• The second door has a low visual contrast.

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Lift (Learning Centre)

• The lift surveyed is located in the learning centre.
• This lift is a platform lift.
• The distance from the entrance is 8m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and manual doors.
• The ground floor and first floor are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a medium visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 102cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 105cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
• Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Room (Classroom 1 - Learning Centre)

• The room is located on the first floor, above the visitor centre.
• The distance from the platform lift is 3m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, a platform lift and manual doors.
• There is no signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a wash basin.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Room (Classroom 2 - Learning Centre)

• The room is located on the first floor, above the visitor centre.
• The distance from the platform lift is 10m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, a platform lift and manual doors.
• There is no signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Learning Centre - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the first floor of the Learning Centre.
  • The distance from the platform lift is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access, a platform lift and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 154cm (width) x 210cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 75cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is 84cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 108cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 86cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 82cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Access To (Bramall Hall)

• The distance from the visitor centre is 80m.
• The most accessible route has slight ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the alternative entrance to the right of the main entrance.
• The ramp has a slight gradient.
• The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.
• There are double manual doors which open away from you.
• The doors require effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 88cm.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• The main entrance is stepped, however there is an alternative, step-free entrance into the venue - staff will need to assist by opening these doors for visitors.

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Reception (Meet and Greet)

• The reception is located in the Great Hall.
• The distance from the most accessible entrance is 10m.
• There is step-free access via ramp to reception.
• The ramp has a steep gradient.
• The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.
• The height of the reception desk is 90cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the desk.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
• Seating available in this area includes: benches.
• Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
• Some seating and tables are fixed.

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Exhibition Space (Ground Floor - Bramall Hall)

• All exhibits are indoors.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
• The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: Lesser Hall, Chapel and Banqueting Room.
• Access throughout may include uneven surfaces and doors permanently held open.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
• Display information includes: information boards, interactive exhibits at a suitable height for a wheelchair user, subtitles, televisions/screens and pictorial.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating available in this area includes: benches.
• The seating is fixed.
• There are shows/talks with no designated seating for wheelchair users.
• The tour is self-guided but volunteers/staff are available to provide additional information.
• The following areas of the tour have step-free access via ramps or slopes: Lesser Hall, Chapel and Banqueting Room.
• The following areas of the tour have stepped access: some areas of the chapel.
• Access throughout the tour may include uneven surfaces and doors permanently held open.
• Areas with stepped access only can be experienced by visitors via a video on tablet or mobile phone.
• Wayfinding signage is provided throughout the tour.

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Stairs (South Stairs)

• The stairs surveyed are located on the south side of the venue.
• The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have a handrail on the right going up.
• The handrail is not easy to grip.
• The handrail extends horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

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Exhibition Space (First Floor - Bramall Hall)

• All exhibits are indoors.
• The following areas have stepped access: Solar, Nevill Room, Plaster Room, Paradise Bedroom, Withdrawing Room, Davenport Bedroom and stairs to Mary Nevill's Boudoir.
• Access throughout may include uneven surfaces and doors permanently held open.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
• Display information includes: pictorial, televisions/screens and information boards.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and benches.
• The seating is fixed.
• There are shows/talks with no designated seating for wheelchair users.
• The tour is self-guided but volunteers/staff are available to provide additional information.
• The following areas of the tour have stepped access: Solar, Nevill Room, Plaster Room, Paradise Bedroom, Withdrawing Room, Davenport Bedroom and stairs to Mary Nevill's Boudoir.
• Access throughout the tour may include uneven surfaces and doors permanently held open.
• Wayfinding signage is provided throughout the tour.

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Exhibition Space (First Floor - Bramall Hall Servants' Quarters)

• All exhibits are indoors.
• The following areas have stepped access: First Floor - Servants' Quarters and stairs to Ground Floor.
• Access throughout may include uneven surfaces, doors permanently held open and narrow openings.
• Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
• Display information includes: televisions/screens, pictorial and information boards.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There are shows/talks with no designated seating for wheelchair users.
• The tour is self-guided but volunteers/staff are available to provide additional information.
• The following areas of the tour have stepped access: First Floor - Servants' Quarters and stairs to Ground Floor.
• Access throughout the tour may include uneven surfaces, doors permanently held open and narrow openings.
• Wayfinding signage is provided throughout the tour.

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Exhibition Space (Ground Floor - Bramall Hall)

• All exhibits are indoors.
• The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: Pantry, Kitchen, Butler's Pantry, Still Room and Dining Room.
• The following areas have stepped access: Cold Store and Scullery.
• Access throughout may include uneven surfaces, doors permanently held open and narrow openings.
• There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
• Display information includes: televisions/screens, pictorial and information boards.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The seating is fixed.
• There are shows/talks with no designated seating for wheelchair users.
• The tour is self-guided but volunteers/staff are available to provide additional information.
• The following areas of the tour have step-free access via ramps or slopes: Pantry, Kitchen, Butler's Pantry, Still Room and Dining Room.
• The following areas of the tour have stepped access: Cold Store and Scullery.
• Access throughout the tour may include uneven surfaces, doors permanently held open and narrow walkways.
• Wayfinding signage is provided throughout the tour.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Bramall Hall - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor of Bramall Hall.
  • The distance from the entrance is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has a steep ramp or slope and uneven surfaces.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 170cm (width) x 202cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 110cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 83cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 112cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 108cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 105cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 88cm.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Outdoor Spaces (Bramall Hall Garden)

• The following is available in this area: woodland and formal gardens.
• Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac, grass and paving slabs.
• There are footpaths throughout.
• The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
• The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the lower pathways.
• There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
• The paths have uneven surfaces.