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Getting Here (Hollins Park House and Gail Briers Education Centre)

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• By Road View
  • The venue is located off Hollins Road which is just north of junction 9 of the M62.
  • Plentiful outdoor tarmacked parking is available with a selection of standard and Blue Badge bays.
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• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • The nearest bus stop is approximately 250m away on Hollins Lane. Bus services 329 and C49 stop here and provide direct services to and from St. Helens and Warrington.
  • For more information on bus times and fares please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Newton-le-Willows.
  • The railway station is located 2 miles away off Mill Lane in Newton-le-Willows and provides direct services to and from Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Victoria, Chester, and Manchester Airport.
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Parking

• The venue does have its own parking facilities.
• The car park is located in front and to the side of the venue entrance.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• The car park does not have a barrier control system.
• The car park surface is tarmac.
• There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
• The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
• There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 230cm x 470cm (7ft 7in x 15ft 5in).
• There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
• All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
• There are additional car parks for staff and visitors.
• The main car park for Hollins Park House situated next door can also be used.
• There are not parking charges for the car park.
• Parking is free for visitors of the venue.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
• Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
• The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
• The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac and concrete.
• There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
• There is no tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
• The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the venue entrance.
• There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).
• The venue shares a car park/parking facilities.
• Clearly marked/signposted designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
• Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.

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• Comments View
  • The width of the hatched area for the Blue Badge bays varies between 96cm and 110cm.

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Outside Access (The Gail Briers Education Centre Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• This entrance sign says 'The Gail Briers Education Centre'.
• There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
• The push pad or push button is 89cm from floor level.
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The width of the door opening is 101cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• There is a second set of doors.
• The door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
• The push pad or push button is 96cm from floor level.
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The width of the door opening is 127cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• The ramp/slope is located to the left of the entrance.

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• Ramp/Slope View
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 118cm (3ft 10in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 3 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
  • The depth 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.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.

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Waiting Room / Area (Entrance Foyer)

• There is a waiting room / area.
• There is level access into the waiting room / area.
• The type of flooring is carpet.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Seating in this area includes; chairs with armrests.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• The clear floor space beneath tables is 44cm.
• The visual contrast between the walls and floor is good.
• Lighting levels are good.
• The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is not a television.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
• Vending machines are not available.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building.
  • There is a slight ramp, with no handrails, for access to the raised platform and speakers area in room G4 Multi Purpose Room.
  • The width of the ramp or slope is 130cm (4ft 3in).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is carpet.
  • Handrails are not provided in corridors.
  • Seating is provided in some corridors.
  • There is good visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • The wayfinding signage does not include pictograms.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • This venue does not play background music in public areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.

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Entrance (To Hollins Park House)

• This information is for the entrance located at the end of the corridor after passing through the Entrance Foyer.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• There is step-free access at this entrance.
• The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 78cm.

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• Comments View
  • The signage above the door says "Library, I.T. Suite, Room 3 G6".

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Room(s) (G1 Meeting Room)

• The room surveyed was G1 Meeting Room.
• G1 Meeting Room is located on the left just after entering the venue.

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• Access View
  • There is wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
  • Light switches are not between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • The height of the speaker's desk/table is 94cm.
  • The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a television screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • Furniture can be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Room(s) (G2 Meeting Room)

• The room surveyed was G2 Meeting Room.
• G2 Meeting Room is located on the left after entering the venue.

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• Access View
  • There is wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
  • Light switches are not between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • The height of the speaker's desk/table is 67cm.
  • The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a whiteboard.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 64cm and 70cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Room(s) (G3 Meeting Room)

• The room surveyed was G3 Meeting Room.
• G3 Meeting Room is located on the right at the end of the corridor after entering the venue.

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• Access View
  • There is wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
  • Light switches are not between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a whiteboard.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 38cm and 70cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are some chairs with armrests on both side within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Room(s) (G4 Multi Purpose Room)

• The room surveyed was G4 Multi Purpose Room.
• G4 Multi Purpose Room is located along the left hand corridor after passing through the entrance foyer.

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• Access View
  • There is wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • There is not step-free access into the room(s).
  • There is/are 1 shallow (2cm-10cm) step(s) for access to the room(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked and do/does not have handrails.
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
  • Light switches are not between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • The height of the speaker's desk/table is 92cm.
  • The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 69cm and 71cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is laminate.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are not even.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • For most of the time the floor is covered in plastic gymnasium type mats which may restrict access to wheelchair users.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (G4 Multi Purpose Room)

• There is a ramp/slope located G4 Multi Purpose Room.
• The ramp/slope is used to access a raised platform and speakers desk.
• The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 130cm (4ft 3in).
• The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.

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• Comments View
  • At time of survey the ramp to the platform and speakers desk was blocked by various miscellaneous large items which could not be moved.

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Room(s) (G5 Multi Purpose Room)

• The room surveyed was G5 Multi Purpose Room.
• G5 Multi Purpose Room is located along the left hand corridor after passing through the entrance foyer.

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• Access View
  • There is wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
  • Light switches are not between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • The height of the speaker's desk/table is 93cm.
  • The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a television screen, a projector screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 71cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are some chairs with armrests on both side within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is laminate.
  • There is some flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Kitchen

• The kitchen is located to the left after passing through the reception foyer.
• There is step-free access to the kitchen.
• The kitchen has open access (no doors).
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the kitchen.
• The height of the work surfaces are 93cm (3ft 1in).
• There is not a dual height refreshment counter.
• There is a work surface with a clear knee recess.
• There is not a height adjustable work surface.
• The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
• There are chairs without armrests within the kitchen.
• Tables are not permanently fixed.
• Chairs are not permanently fixed.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 45cm (1ft 6in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 75cm (2ft 6in).
• Vending machines are available.
• The vending machine controls are not within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
• Plastic/takeaway cups are not available.
• Drinking straws are not available.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Other Floors (Stairwell)

• Stairs can be used to access other floors.
• The stairs are for staff only.
• The stairs are located to the left after entering the venue.
• The stairs are approximately 10m from the venue entrance.
• Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
• The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground, first.
• There are 15+ steps between floors.
• The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 20cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
• Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
• Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• Handrails are easy to grip.
• Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• There is a landing.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
• The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the right just after entering the venue.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the venue entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from Hollins Park House reception desk.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 177cm x 214cm (5ft 10in x 7ft).
  • 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 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not 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 not fully functional.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the right.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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).
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 107cm (3ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is poor.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• There is/are 1 female toilet(s) located in the left hand corridor after passing through the entrance foyer.
• There is/are 1 male toilet(s) located in the left hand corridor after passing through the entrance foyer.
• The type of signage on or near the standard toilet door(s) is pictorial.
• Ambulant toilet cubicles are not available.
• There is not a male standard toilet with a lowered urinal.
• The wash basin tap types in standard toilets are lever.
• The lighting levels are good in the male and female standard toilets.

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Related Access Guides

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