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Summary

• The National War Museum is location in Edinburgh Castle.
• For more information on Edinburgh Castle please click here (new tab).

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The venue is located at the end of the Royal Mile in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre.
  • The NCP's Edinburgh Castle Terrace car park is located off Castle Terrace.
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • The nearest bus stops to Edinburgh Castle are those on Mound Place and Grassmarket.
    Mound Place serves routes numbers 23, 27, 41, 42 and 67. Grassmarket serves route number 2.
  • For more information on Lothian Buses please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Edinburgh Waverley.
  • Edinburgh Waverley in Edinburgh’s centre is the main station. The Castle can be seen from the exits.
    From Princes Street, go up Waverley Bridge, The Mound, Mound Place, Ramsay Lane to the castle esplanade.
  • For more information on Edinburgh Waverley 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.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: audio on request.
• 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.

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Public Parking

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• Public Car Park View
  • There is a car park for public use within approximately 200m (219yd).
  • The public car park is located on Castle Terrace.
  • The name of the car park is NCP Car Park Edinburgh Castle Terrace.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).
• Additional Public Parking Information View
  • For more information on public parking please click here (new tab).
• Comments View
  • From October to May there are a limited number of Blue Badge spaces (up to 6) for disabled visitors in the Castle Esplanade. Please book in advance on 0131 310 5114.
  • These bays are not available from June to September due to Esplanade's usage during the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

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Approach

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is cobbled.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • The National War Museum is located in Edinburgh Castle.
    To reach the Museum you can request to be transported via a mobility adapted vehicle from the Castle Esplanade to the Museum free of charge.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.
• Comments View
  • The Museum is located off an uneven cobbled courtyard.
  • In the centre is a statue of Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left as you enter the Courtyard.
  • 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.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The main 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 single width.
  • The width of the opening is 96cm.
• 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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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the left as you enter.
  • The reception point is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 92cm.
  • There is not 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 76cm.
  • 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 not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the reception area.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is stone.
• Reception Seating Area View
  • There is a seating area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the seating area is unobstructed.
  • There are a mixture of chairs with and without armrests available.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.

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Gift Shop

• The gift shop is located to the left as you enter.
• There is level access with no doors to enter the shop.
• There is clear manoeuvring space in the shop.
• The minimum width between fittings is over 100cm.
• There is ample room to manoeuvre within the shop.
• Items are purchased at the museum reception desk.
• There is not a hearing loop at the reception.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are for public use.
  • The stairs are located to the left as you enter, just beyond reception.
  • The stairs are approximately 10m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The steps do have open risers.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are 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 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.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left as you enter, at the rear of reception.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard 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 not 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 poor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 104cm x 137cm (3ft 5in x 4ft 6in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Gallery 1)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ for access to this area/attraction.
  • The entrance/opening is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance/opening, via lift.
• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is provided in this area.
  • The type of flooring in this area is wood.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • This area does not play background music/sound.
  • There are resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board and television/screen format.
  • Some exhibits can be audio described.
  • Exhibits are audio described by using a headset.
  • Headsets can be obtained from Edinburgh Castle.
  • There are no exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • There is a film played in this gallery which has a hearing loop.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are good.
• Exit View
  • The exit is not clearly signed internally.
• Comments View
  • The route to exit is by going into Gallery 2 or by returning to the lift.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Gallery 2)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ for access to this area/attraction.
  • The entrance/opening is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance/opening.
• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is provided in this area.
  • The type of flooring in this area is wood.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • This area does not play background music/sound.
  • There are resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in tactile and information board format.
  • Some exhibits can be audio described.
  • Exhibits are audio described by using a headset.
  • Headsets can be obtained from Edinburgh Castle.
  • There are no exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are good.
• Exit View
  • Visitors exit via a separate set of doors/opening.
  • The exit is clearly signed internally.
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ when exiting this area/attraction.
  • The exit is stepped.
  • There is/are 10+ clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, when exiting.
  • 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.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• Comments View
  • Step free access from Gallery 2 is by returning through Gallery 1 back to the lift.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Gallery 3)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ for access to this area/attraction.
  • The entrance/opening is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance/opening.
  • There is a steep permanent ramp, with a handrail on the right going up, for access to Gallery 3.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 95cm (3ft 1in).
• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is not provided in this area.
  • During busy periods this area can become congested.
  • The type of flooring in this area is wood.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • This area does not play background music/sound.
  • There are not resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board format.
  • All exhibits can be audio described.
  • Exhibits are audio described by using a headset.
  • Headsets can be obtained from Edinburgh Castle.
  • There are no exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are low to moderate.
• Exit View
  • Visitors exit via a separate set of doors/opening.
  • The exit is not clearly signed internally.
  • There is a single, permanently held open door with an opening width of 75cm+ when exiting this area/attraction.
  • The exit is ramped/sloped.
  • There is a steep permanent slope, with no handrails, when exiting.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 94cm (3ft 1in).

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Attraction / Exhibit (Gallery 4)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • There is a single, permanently held open door with an opening width of 75cm+ for access to this area/attraction.
  • The entrance/opening is not clearly signed.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance/opening.
  • There is a steep permanent slope, with no handrails, for access to Gallery 4.
• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is not provided in this area.
  • During busy periods this area can become congested.
  • The type of flooring in this area is wood.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • This area does play background music/sound.
  • There are resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board and television/screen format.
  • Some exhibits can be audio described.
  • Exhibits are audio described by using a headset.
  • Headsets can be obtained from Edinburgh Castle.
  • There are no exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • A film is played in this area which has a hearing loop.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are low to moderate.
• Exit View
  • Visitors exit via a separate set of doors/opening.
  • The exit is not clearly signed internally.
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ when exiting this area/attraction.
  • The exit is step-free.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Gallery 5)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ for access to this area/attraction.
  • The entrance/opening is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance/opening.
• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is not provided in this area.
  • During busy periods this area can become congested.
  • The type of flooring in this area is wood.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • This area does play background music/sound.
  • There are not resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board format.
  • Some exhibits can be audio described.
  • Exhibits are audio described by using a headset.
  • Headsets can be obtained from Edinburgh Castle.
  • There are no exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are low to moderate.
• Exit View
  • Visitors exit via a separate set of doors/opening.
  • The exit is not clearly signed internally.
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ when exiting this area/attraction.
  • The exit is step-free.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Gallery 6)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ for access to this area/attraction.
  • The entrance/opening is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance/opening.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance/opening, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a slight permanent slope, with no handrails, for access to Gallery 6.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 114cm (3ft 9in).
• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is not provided in this area.
  • The type of flooring in this area is stone.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • This area does not play background music/sound.
  • There are not resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board format.
  • Some exhibits can be audio described.
  • Exhibits are audio described by using a headset.
  • Headsets can be obtained from Edinburgh Castle.
  • There are no exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are good.
• Exit View
  • Visitors exit via a separate set of doors/opening.
  • The exit is not clearly signed internally.
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ when exiting this area/attraction.
  • The exit is step-free.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Gallery 7)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ for access to this area/attraction.
  • The entrance/opening is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance/opening.
• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is not provided in this area.
  • During busy periods this area can become congested.
  • The type of flooring in this area is stone.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • This area does play background music/sound.
  • There are resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board and television/screen format.
  • All exhibits can be audio described.
  • Exhibits are audio described in person.
  • There are some exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are good.
• Exit View
  • Visitors exit via a separate set of doors/opening.
  • The exit is clearly signed internally.
  • There is a single, automatic door with an opening width of 75cm+ when exiting this area/attraction.
  • The exit is ramped/sloped.
  • There is a slight permanent ramp, with a handrail on the left going down, when exiting.
• Comments View
  • The automatic door at the exit opens away from you.
  • The exit to this gallery leads out of the museum into the courtyard located in front of the main entrance.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Access to Toilets)

• There is a ramp/slope located in the corridor leading to the toilet facilities.
• The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (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 between Galleries 5 and 6.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 110m (120yd 11in) from the main entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 162cm x 210cm (5ft 4in x 6ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has not got 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 96cm.
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a bin.
  • 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.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are non-infectious waste and general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 124cm from the floor.
• 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 not 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is not 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 93cm.
  • 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).
  • 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 131cm (4ft 4in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • 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 95cm (3ft 1in).

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located between Galleries 5 and 6.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 110m (120yd 11in) from the main entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped 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 twist/turn.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet(s).