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Summary

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• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • This motorway services is open 24 hours.
  • There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
  • There are staff available at WHSmith that can provide assistance.
  • There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
  • British Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
  • Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Services Available View
  • The following services are available here; a hotel, a petrol station, electric car charging points, cash machines, free WiFi and a defibrillator.
• Toilets and Changing Facilities Available View
  • The following facilities are available here; a Changing Places facility, an accessible toilet, standard toilets, baby changing facilities and shower facilities.
  • For detailed information on the toilets available please click here (new tab).
  • The Virtual Access Guide below shows the route from the Blue Badge parking bays to the Changing Places facility, please click the link below.
  • For a Virtual Route Guide to the toilet facilities please click here (new tab).
  • The Virtual Access Guide below shows the route from the Blue Badge parking bays to the accessible toilet, please click the link below.
  • For a Virtual Route Guide to the toilet facilities please click here (new tab).
  • There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
  • The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located in the dog walkers area.
• Shops View
  • The following shops are available here; WHSmith.
  • For the WHSmith AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
• Catering Facilities View
  • The following catering facilities are available here; Burger King.
  • For the Burger King AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
• Hotels View
  • The following hotels are available here; Travelodge.
• Adjoining Motorway Services View
  • There is an adjoining motorway services building which can be accessed via an internal bridge.
  • The following services are available at the adjoining motorway services; a petrol station, electric car charging points, cash machines and free WiFi.
  • The following facilities are available at the adjoining motorway services; an accessible toilet, standard toilets, baby changing facilities and shower facilities.
  • For the M6 - Knutsford Services - Southbound - Moto AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).

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Getting Here

• The services are located off the M6 Northbound between Junction 18 and 19.
• There is signage along the motorway indicating the distance to the services.
• There is parking available with Blue Badge parking spaces and electric charging points.
• There is parking available at the petrol station.

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Emergency Evacuation Procedure

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Petrol Station

• The following services/facilities are available at the petrol station; Blue Badge parking bays, standard parking bays and accessible and standard toilet facilities.
• For detailed information on the petrol station please click here (new tab).

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Parking

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• Parking View
  • The car park is located to the front and side of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is lighting in the car park.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
  • Additional parking is available outside the petrol station.
• Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • There is signage available to direct users to the Blue Badge parking bays.
  • There is/are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 230cm x 450cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zones around the Blue Badge parking bay(s) have at least the recommended width of 120cm.
• Paying View
  • Parking charges apply after a limited time.
  • Free parking for all users is limited to 2 hours.
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment signs are located around the edges of the car park.
  • Payment term signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
  • Payment for parking charges is made over the phone and via an app/online.
  • To see the parking charges please click here (opens new tab).
  • To pay please visit www.paybyphone.co.uk or call 0330 400 7275.
    Please quote the location number; 2446.
• Access from the Car Park View
  • Pedestrian walkways are available in the car park.
  • The surface on the pedestrian walkways is tarmac.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 20m from the entrance.
  • The entrance is clearly visible from the Blue Badge parking bay(s).

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Electric Vehicle Charging Points (Gridserve)

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• Standard Electric Vehicle Charging Point(s) View
  • There is a/are electric vehicle charging point(s) available.
  • The electric vehicle charging point(s) is/are located to the right of the main services entrance.
  • Staff are able to provide assistance with the electric vehicle charging points.
  • Staff can be notified via an app or by going to the WHSmith store inside the building.
  • There is/are 2 electric vehicle charging point(s).
  • The electric vehicle charging bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the electric vehicle charging bay(s) surveyed are 400cm x 450cm.
  • The charging point(s) is/are located to the rear as you approach the bay(s).
  • The height range of the electric vehicle charging point controls/screen is 120cm to 132cm.
  • The height of the electric vehicle charging point nozzle slot is 130cm.
  • The charging point(s) require tap and pay (contactless payment).
  • Parking charges apply for all users (including Blue Badge holders).
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment for charging is made at the charging point(s).
• Blue Badge Electric Vehicle Charging Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not designated electric vehicle charging point(s) available for Blue Badge holders.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the services building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Welcome to Moto (at the side) and COSTA (overhead)'.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance area which may look like a hole to some people.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 80cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 158cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

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Getting Around

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all walkways.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Music is played everywhere.
  • The cash machine(s) is/are located ahead to the left as you enter the services.
  • The controls/screen heights of the cash machine(s) vary between 80cm and 140cm.
  • There are hand sanitisers in the building.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 105cm.
  • The hand sanitisers are touch free hand sanitisers.
• Signage View
  • There is directional signage, signage for the shop(s)/restaurant(s) and overhead written signage available.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.

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Seating Area (Internal)

• The seating area is located around to the left as you enter.
• There is step-free access to the seating area.
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
• In this area there are tables, high tables, bench seats, high stools and chairs without armrests available.
• Some chairs are fixed to the floor.
• Tables are not permanently fixed to the floor.
• The standard height for the underside of tables is 72cm.
• The surface height of the highest table is 90cm.
• Music is played everywhere.
• There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Seating Area (Outside Rear)

• The seating area is located at the rear of the building.
• There is ramped/sloped access to the seating area.
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
• In this area there are tables and chairs with armrests available.
• Chairs are not permanently fixed to the floor.
• Tables are not permanently fixed to the floor.
• The standard height for the underside of tables is 71cm.
• Lighting levels are good.
• Access to the additional seating area is via a door at the right rear of the inside seating area.

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Link Bridge (Northbound and Southbound Services)

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• Access and Circulation View
  • The link bridge is internal.
  • There is step free access, via lift, to the bridge.
  • There is step-free access along the bridge.
  • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all walkways.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Music is played everywhere.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • There is written and pictorial signage available throughout.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• Services and Facilities View
  • The following services are available on the link bridge; free WiFi.
  • The following shops are available on the link bridge; M&S Simply Food.
  • The following catering facilities are available on the link bridge; Greggs and Costa Coffee.

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Stairs

• The stairs are located ahead as you enter the services.
• All floors are accessible by these stairs.
• There are 24 steps between floors.
• The height of the steps are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
• The depth of the steps are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• The depth of the steps are 28cm.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the steps.
• 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/services are provided on landings.
• The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Lift

• The lift is located on the right as you enter the services building.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 17m from the entrance.
• The lift is a platform 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 G and 1.
• 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 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 medium.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is medium.
• The width of the door opening is 89cm.
• The dimensions of the lift are 98cm x 153cm.
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing assistance emergency alarm system in the lift.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.
• There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
• There is a similar lift in the southbound services.

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Changing Places

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located on the ground floor, ahead and to the left after you enter the services.
  • The facility is approximately 35m from the entrance.
  • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • The facility is located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
  • There is level access into the facility.
  • The facility surveyed is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • The contrast between the external door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • The contrast between the internal door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from staff in WHSmith.
  • There is a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door(s) open(s) outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door opening is 98cm.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 303cm x 415cm.
  • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
  • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
• Toilet Details View
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 226cm.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 134cm.
  • Dropdown rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is medium.
  • As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 59cm.
  • The toilet has a lid obstructing the back rest/cistern/wall.
  • The toilet seat contrast is low.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm.
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
• Shower Details View
  • There is not a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
• Other Facilities View
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The wall fixed soap dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the wall fixed soap dispenser is 93cm.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The wide paper roll dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 103cm.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the hand dryer is 80cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 95cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • There is a/are non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm for the facility.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The coat hooks are 84cm and 170cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand sanitiser.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • The lighting is activated by a sensor.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, ahead and to the left after you enter the services.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 40m from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • 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 staff in WHSmith.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The signage says 'Not Every Disability is Visible'.
  • The contrast between the external door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • The door(s) open(s) outwards.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 102cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door(s) is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 167cm x 200cm.
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • The lighting is permanent.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 98cm.
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • 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.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 104cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • 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 colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a wall which acts as a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
  • The toilet seat contrast is high.
  • 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 contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is push.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The wall fixed soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wall fixed soap dispenser is 99cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 104cm.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor, ahead and to the left after you enter the services.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The toilet(s) is/are approximately 33m from the entrance.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet entrance.
  • The contrast between the internal toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The height of the lowered wash basin is 66cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The lighting is permanent.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 102cm.

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Parent and Baby Room

• The parent and baby room is located on the ground floor, ahead and to the left after you enter the services.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 35m from the entrance.
• There is step-free access into the parent and baby room.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
• 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 78cm.
• The contrast between the external door(s) and wall(s) is high.
• The contrast between the internal door(s) and wall(s) is high.
• The baby changing table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby changing table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the baby changing table once extended is 89cm.
• There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
• There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
• The height of the wash basin is 89cm.
• The wash basin tap type is lever.
• There is/are not chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are good.
• The lighting is permanent.
• There is a hand sanitiser.
• The height of the hand sanitiser is 125cm.
• There is a toilet cubicle in the parent and baby room.

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Standard Shower

• The shower facilities are located on the ground floor, ahead and to the far left after you enter the services.
• The shower facilities are approximately 43m from the entrance.
• There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the shower door.
• 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 78cm.
• The contrast between the external door(s) and wall(s) is high.
• The contrast between the internal door(s) and wall(s) is high.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• The lighting is permanent.
• There is level access into the shower cubicle.