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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The coach station is located on the outskirts of Milton Keynes, just off Junction 14 of the M1 and off A509.
  • There is parking at the coach station.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • There are two bus stops located at the coach station.
  • For more information on Milton Keynes Buses please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Milton Keynes Central.
  • Milton Keynes Central station is approximately 4.3 miles from the coach station.
    There are bus routes and taxis from the train station to the coach station.
  • For more information on National Rail please click here (opens new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are not mobility aids available.
• There is wheelchair access on the majority of National Express coaches via passenger lift at the front entrance. Wherever possible, customers are advised to provide National Express with access requirements in advance so the driver can be informed prior to departure.
• 'Please contact the Assisted Travel team on 03717 818 181 for help with planning your journey (Open 8am-10pm)'.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own parking facilities.
• The car park is located at the front of the venue.
• 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 10+ designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 346cm x 489cm (11ft 4in x 16ft 1in).
• There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
• The dimensions of other designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) vary in size.
• 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.
• 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 dropped kerbs.
• The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
• The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac.
• There is a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
• There is tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
• There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).

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• Taxi Rank View
  • There is a taxi rank available.
  • The taxi rank is located next to the car park.
  • The taxi rank is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the Entrance.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located to the right-hand side of the building.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• 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 that might be perceived as a hole.
• The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The width of the door opening is 155cm.

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• Entrance View
  • This entrance is used to exit the waiting lounge out to the coach stands.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Outside Access (Side Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located to the left of the coach station.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• There is ramped/sloped 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 door(s) is/are double width.
• The width of the door opening is 115cm.

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• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • 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 a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are 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 going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • Handrails are not 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.

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Waiting Lounge

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the waiting lounge.
• Waiting Lounge View
  • The type of flooring in the waiting lounge is concrete.
  • There is flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests within the waiting lounge.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • There is clear signage to the coach stands from the waiting lounge.
  • There is clear signage to the toilets from the waiting lounge.
  • There is clear signage to the ticket counter from the waiting lounge.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • There are audible announcements in the waiting lounge.
  • This venue does not play background music in public areas.

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Ticket Counter

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located opposite the cafe.
  • The counter is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the entrance.
  • Clear signage for the counter is visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the counter.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are good.
  • The height of the counter is high (110cm+).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 73cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
  • There is a self service ticket machine.
  • The self service ticket machine is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The height of the self service ticket machine is 140cm.
  • The type of flooring in this area is concrete.

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Eating and Drinking (Café Expresso)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located opposite the ticket counter.
• There is step-free access to the café.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• The height of the service counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is not a lowered section of the counter.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is step-free access within the café.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• This area does play background music.
• The type of flooring in this area is concrete.
• Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic/takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Children are welcomed in the bar area.
• There are wall menus available.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Accessible Toilet(s)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located in the waiting lounge, opposite the ticket counter.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the 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 the ticket counter.
  • There is Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 168cm x 225cm (5ft 6in x 7ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 98cm.
  • 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 fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary 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 both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The shelf is at a height of 95cm.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • 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 95cm (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 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 107cm (3ft 6in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Parent and Baby Room

• There is a parent and baby room for public use.
• The parent and baby room is located opposite the ticket counter.
• There is step-free access into the parent and baby room.
• Staff need to be notified for use of the room.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
• The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the baby change table once extended is 87cm (2ft 10in).
• 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 84cm.
• The wash basin tap type is push.
• 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 flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.
• The nearest standard toilet(s) is/are located 25m from side entrance.

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• Payment View
  • There is a charge to use the standard toilets.
  • The charge to use the standard toilets is 30 pence.
  • There are turnstiles accessing the standard toilets.
  • There is/are 1 turnstile(s).
  • The opening width of the turnstile(s) is 45cm.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located opposite the ticket counters.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the side entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the female and male toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • There is not a lowered urinal in the male toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
  • There is not a lowered wash basin.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Exit (to the coach stands)

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• Exit View
  • This information is for the exit located in the centre of the waiting room.
  • The exit area/door is clearly signed internally.
  • This exit is signed with 'Exit'.
  • The exit is ramped/sloped.
  • The exit door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the opening is 120cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the exit, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located Just after exit.
  • 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 a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the ramp.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Coach Stands)

• There is a ramp/slope located along the coach stands.
• The ramp/slope is used to access Coach stands 1-7.
• The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Coach Stand(s)

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• Coach Stand(s) View
  • There are 7 stands / bays.
  • The stands accessed by ramp / slope are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
  • The coach stands are sheltered.
  • There is no seating available at the coach stands.
• Information and Assistance View
  • There are audible announcements at the coach stands.
  • There are no visual information boards available at the coach stands.
  • There is a member of staff available to provide assistance with announcements and bus timetable information.