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Amenities in this area include: an adventure playground.
The most accessible entrance has step-free level access and an open entrance with no doors.
This entrance is the access point beyond the Visitor Reception and the Shop.
There is not a member of staff available for help and assistance.
Staff/volunteers can describe the layout and access around the site.
The following are also available: seating, maps, an accessible route map and on site-transport.
This site is part of the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme.
Toilet and changing facilities available include: a standard toilet and a toilet with some adaptations.
The toilet with adaptations for disabled people surveyed can be found in woodland off the main walking path near the Temple Greenhouse..
The standard toilet surveyed can be found in woodland off the main walking path near the Temple Greenhouse.

You can borrow or hire the following equipment: manual wheelchairs. It is highly recommended that these are booked in advance, where this is possible. Please check the National Trust website for details.
Sensory packs can be borrowed which include: ear defenders and fidget toys.
You can borrow these from the Visitor Reception. View more information about booking and collection of equipment.
You can borrow or hire the following mobility vehicles: a tramper. It is highly recommended that these are booked in advance, where this is possible. Please check the National Trust website for details.
You can borrow these from the Visitor Reception. View more information about booking and collection of equipment.
Visual stories and calming toys are also available.
All items are free to borrow but a donation is welcomed.

Exit the Visitor Reception and pass the Gift Shop on the right.
Turn left at the end and follow the path till it opens out to the parkland.
The route to the area is step-free level.
Path surfaces along the route are gravel.
The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
There is an accessible shuttle which can take visitors to this area.

This information is for the access point located beyond the Visitor Reception and the shop.
There is step-free level access into the area.
There is open access at the surveyed access point.
The following outdoor facilities are available: a playground with play equipment, parkland, woodland, gardens and open countryside.
The outdoor spaces include the following surfaces: grass and gravel.
Footpaths are available in some of the outdoor spaces.
The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
There is step-free level access around some of the area.
There are less than 3 steps without handrails, more than 3 steps without handrails, more than 3 steps with handrails, steep ramps/slopes without handrails and slight ramps/slopes without handrails in the main areas .
One steep slope can be found near the church as the path descends towards Temple Greenhouse.
Another steep slope can be found on the approach to the Rotunda on the pathway from Croome Court.
There is stepped access to the Rotunda.
There is stepped access to the Temple Greenhouse.
There is a single shallow step to access the Church.
There is stepped access into the playground.
There are some bench seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

The walk is approximately 1 mile.
The walk goes from Visitor Reception to Croom Court and back; passing through wooded areas and parkland.
The hike is not open 24 hours.
None of the paths are lit at night.
The route includes the following surfaces: compacted gravel.
Some of the route contains steep gradients.
These are found in the following areas: the part of the trail shortly after passing the church.
There are no alternative routes to avoid these areas.
The route is clearly signposted.
The route has handheld maps and online maps.
Seating is available on the route.
Composting toilets are available just off the route near the Temple Greenhouse.

This toilet is located in woodland off the main walking path near the Temple Greenhouse.
Access into the toilet is via a steep ramp/slope.
The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide, with a handrail on the right going up.
There is no signage on or near the door.
The door is manual, opens by sliding and has a low colour contrast with the surrounding walls.
The width of the toilet door opening is 76cm.
The door has a hook lock.
The dimensions of the cubicle are 142cm x 154cm and it does not have a 150cm x 150cm turning space.
There is not a lateral transfer space next to the seat.
There is no flush.
There is no dropdown rail.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 56cm.
There is no emergency alarm.
There is not a shelf.
The cubicle does not have a mirror, disposal facilities and coat hooks.
The following have a less clear colour contrast with their surroundings: the internal door, the toilet seat and the floor.
Lighting levels are low.
There was a plastic box (68cm to the top from the floor) containing toilet rolls next to the seat at the time of survey (October 2023).
Sawdust from the red bin is to be poured into the toilet after each use. The sawdust bin used at the time of survey (October 2023) was at a height of 50cm.

Access into the toilet is via steps.
There are 3 steps, which are unmarked, with a handrail on the right going up.
The door is manual, opens inwards and has a low colour contrast with the surrounding walls.
The width of the door opening is 69cm.
The shared standard toilet was surveyed.
Lighting levels are low.
There are no hand dryers.
Sawdust from the black bin is to be poured into the toilet after each use.