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Marks and Spencer Pudsey

The Owlcotes Centre, Varley Street, Stanningly, Pudsey, LS28 6AR

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Overview

  • About View
    • Services available in the venue include:
    • Bra fitting
    • Click & Collect self-service kiosk
    • Returns self-service kiosk
    • Scan & Shop
    • Bureau de Change
    • Cash machine
    • Clothing & Home collection desk
    • Clothing & Home ordering
    • Fitting rooms
    • Book & Shop
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Hamper ordering
    • Hot Food to Go
    • M&S Cafe
    • Men's tailoring & alterations
    • Personalised cake ordering
    • Refund & exchange
    • Tax free shopping
    • Wedding cake ordering
    • Wine ordering
    • Post surgery bra range
    • M&S Optician.
    • View information on opening times.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
    • The most accessible entrance is the main entrance.
    • There is 1 other entrance.
    • There is step-free level access at the other entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • There are no doors along circulation routes.
    • G and LG can be accessed via a standard lift.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • Seating is available.
    • There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
    • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
    • There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located to the rear of the ground floor and to the rear of the lower ground floor.
    • The transfer space varies between toilets with adaptations.
    • There is a minimum of 150 x 150 cm for wheelchair to manoeuvre in the ground floor toilet.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are located within the male and female standard toilets.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located to the rear of the lower ground floor.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the male and female standard toilets and within the parent and baby room.
    • The fitting rooms with adaptations are located to the left and right side of the Womenswear entrance and to the rear of the store in the lingerie department.
    • The standard fitting rooms are located to the left and right side of the Womenswear entrance and to the rear of the store in the lingerie department.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the front and side of the store.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac and block paving.
    • There are 20+ designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 495cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 8m from the Womenswear entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
    • This route has bollards.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for all users.
    • The length of stay allowed for parking is subject to change.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
    • There are 8 electric vehicle charging points.
    • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 320cm (width) x 490cm (depth).
    • The controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The nozzle holster is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (Womenswear)

  • This entrance is located to the front of the store.
  • The approach to the entrance has a bollard.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 149cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 157cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.

Entrance (Food Hall Entrance)

  • This entrance is located to the right side of the store.
  • The approach to the entrance has a bollard.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 149cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 157cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.

Shop Floor (Ground - Food Hall, Womenswear, Lingerie, Menswear, Click and Collect, Travel Money)

  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are between 150cm - 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor throughout this area.
  • There is background noise.
  • There is wayfinding and overhead signage.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available for customers includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Customers can obtain online items from the Click and Collect area, at the rear of the ground floor.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Ground - Womenswear)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located to the right of the womens wear entrance.
    • The fitting room surveyed is female only.
    • The distance from the womenswear entrance is 18m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
    • There is numbered signage for the fitting room.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 109cm.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 150cm (width) x 199cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the fitting room.
    • There are grab rails in the fitting room.
    • The grab rails for the fitting room have a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail in the fitting room.
    • The dropdown rail for the fitting room has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted chair available.
    • The seat/chair is 45cm from the floor.
    • There is no assistance bell.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 101cm and 164cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Ground - Menswear)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located to the left of the Womenswear entrance.
    • The fitting room surveyed is male only.
    • The distance from the Womenswear entrance is 22m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
    • There is numbered signage for the fitting room.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 100cm.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 202cm (width) x 156cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the fitting room.
    • There are grab rails in the fitting room.
    • The grab rails for the fitting room have a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail in the fitting room.
    • The dropdown rail for the fitting room has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted chair available.
    • The seat/chair is 47cm from the floor.
    • There is no assistance bell.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 148cm and 172cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Ground - Lingerie)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located ahead from the Womenswear entrance, at the rear of the store.
    • The fitting room surveyed is female only.
    • The distance from the Womenswear entrance is 71m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
    • There is no signage for the fitting room.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 101cm.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 154cm (width) x 202cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the fitting room.
    • There are grab rails in the fitting room.
    • The grab rails for the fitting room have a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail in the fitting room.
    • The dropdown rail for the fitting room has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted chair available.
    • The seat/chair is 47cm from the floor.
    • There is no assistance bell.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 98cm and 181cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Counter (Ground - Payment Womenswear)

  • The counter is located on the ground floor, to the right of the store.
  • The distance from the Womenswear entrance is 32m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 95cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The payment machine is portable.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Counter (Ground - Payment Menswear)

  • The counter is located on the ground floor, to the left side of the store.
  • The distance from the Womenswear entrance is 38m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 95cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The payment machine is portable.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Counter (Ground Floor - Travel Money)

  • The counter is located to the rear of the store on the right.
  • The distance from womenswear entrance is 68m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 100cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the counter (a writing shelf).
  • 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.

Staffed Checkouts (Ground Floor -Food Hall )

  • The staffed checkout area is located to the right of the food hall entrance.
  • The store has standard trolley checkouts.
  • There is step-free level access to the staffed checkout area.
  • Trolley Checkouts View
    • The trolley checkout surveyed was the third conveyor belt in the row of checkouts.
    • Signage is not provided for the trolley checkouts.
    • Signage is not clearly visible.
    • The height of the loading area is 97cm.
    • The height of the packing area is 96cm.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 110cm.
    • The payment machine is portable.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Self-Service Checkouts (Ground Floor - Food Hall )

  • The self-service checkout area is located to the right of the food hall entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to the self-service checkout area.
  • The store has self-service touchscreens for basket and scanner shops.
  • Lowered self-service touchscreens are available.
  • Lowered Touchscreens View
    • Lowered self-service touchscreens are available for basket shops.
    • The lowered self-service touch screen surveyed was at the end of the left hand side till bank.
    • The height of the lowered touchscreen display ranges from 110cm to 115cm from the floor.
    • The lowered touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a Call for Assistance button.
    • The height of the scanner is 95cm.
    • The height of the loading area is 66cm.
    • The height of the packing area is 66cm.
    • The height of the cash payment controls range from 95cm to 80cm from the floor.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 80cm.
    • The payment machine is at a fixed height.
    • Assistance is available at the lowered self-service touchscreen.
  • Standard Touchscreens View
    • The self-service checkout surveyed was a basket shop touchscreen.
    • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 128cm to 136cm from the floor.
    • The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a Call for Assistance button.
    • The height of the scanner is 113cm.
    • The height of the loading area is 65cm.
    • The height of the packing area is 65cm.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 99cm.
    • The payment machine is at a fixed height.
    • Assistance is available at the self-serve checkouts.
  • Scanner Touchscreens View
    • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 124cm to 142cm from the floor.
    • The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a Call for Assistance button.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 94cm.
    • The payment machine is portable.
    • Assistance is available at the scanner shop self-serve touchscreens.

Counter ( Coffee and Hot Drinks)

  • The counter is located ahead from the food hall entrance.
  • The distance from food hall entrance is 22m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 90cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 98cm.
  • The payment machine is portable.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located ahead from the Womenswear entrance.
  • The distance from the Womenswear entrance is 41m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Standard Lift View
    • G and LG can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift door has a medium colour contrast.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 2300kg.
    • The external lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
    • The control buttons have a medium colour contrast.
    • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 140cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 200cm (width) x 276cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
    • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
    • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • Internally the lift has: an audible announcer.
    • The lift has a separate door to exit.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located ahead from main entrance, next to the lifts.
  • G and LG can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Escalators

  • The escalators surveyed are located ahead from the main entrance, next to the lifts.
  • G and LG can be accessed by escalator.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalators are clearly marked.
  • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.

Shop Floor (Lower Ground - Home, Kidswear, Café, Opticians)

  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are between 150cm - 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor in the majority of this area.
  • There is background noise.
  • There is wayfinding and overhead signage.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available for customers includes: stools.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

M and S Cafe (Lower Ground)

  • Location and Access View
    • M&S Café is located on the lower ground floor to the right side of the store.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is an opening without doors.
    • The width of the opening is more than 200cm.
  • Order and Payment View
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • The payment counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located to the centre of the café .
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 85cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The payment machine is portable.
    • The height of the tray rail is 86cm.
  • Service View
    • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menu types include: wall-mounted and handheld.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
    • There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
    • The hearing assistance system is located at the tills.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • 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.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There may be background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Lower Ground - Right Hand Transfer )

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located to the rear of the lower ground floor.
    • The distance from the lift is 35m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial, written text and 'Not All Disabilities Are Visible' signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 84cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 150cm (width) x 215cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a medium colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 83cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 71cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a medium colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 90cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer which requires hands to be inserted into the top.
    • The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 81cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 150cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There is a similar accessible toilet next to this one, with a left hand transfer.

Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Lower Ground)

  • The room is located to the rear of the lower ground floor, next to the toilets.
  • The distance from the lift is 39m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 89cm.
  • There is also a toilet, a wash basin, a paper towel dispenser, a mirror and a coat hook in the room.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.