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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a 6 court multi-use sports hall, a club/conference room, and a gymnastics centre.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include floodlit astro turf pitches.

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  • The Sports Centre and Fitness Suite/Swimming Pool are located in 2 separate buildings at the rear of the Benfield School site.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Walkergate.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Newcastle Central.

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  • The nearest Tyne and Wear Metro station is Walkergate.

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located in front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 5 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 320cm x 480cm (10ft 6in x 15ft 9in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - Sports Centre)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 176cm (5ft 9in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 176cm (5ft 9in).

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Reception (Sports Centre)

• The desk/counter is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access (Sports Centre)

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Accessible Changing Room (Sports Centre)

• There are accessible changing rooms available.
• The accessible changing room is located to the right as you enter.
• The facility is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The door opens by sliding.
• The width of the door is 70cm (2ft 4in).
• The door is locked by a locking handle.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 155cm x 170cm (5ft 1in x 5ft 7in).

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  • The female and male accessible changing rooms are identical.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • The baby change facilities are located within the accessible changing room.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 94cm (3ft 1in).

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Accessible Shower (Sports Centre)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the accessible changing room.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head and a flip down seat.
• The height of the seat is 50cm (1ft 8in).
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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• Comments View
  • The female and male accessible showers are identical.

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Accessible Toilet (Sports Centre)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the right as you enter, opposite the gymnastics hall.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 210cm x 150cm (6ft 11in x 4ft 11in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a fair colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Changing Room (Sports Centre)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the gymnastics hall.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located opposite the gymnastics hall.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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• Comments View
  • The male and female changing rooms are identical.

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Standard Shower (Sports Centre)

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the standard changing rooms.

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  • The male and female standard showers are identical.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Sports Centre)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located opposite the gymnastics hall.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Outside Access (Fitness Suite / Swimming Pool - Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 158cm (5ft 2in).

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Level Change (Fitness Suite / Swimming Pool - Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Inside Access (Fitness Suite / Swimming Pool)

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played within the fitness suite.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Swimming Pool

• There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is not a wet side chair available.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is manual.
• There are not steps into the swimming pool.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.

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Accessible Toilet (Swimming Pool)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the fitness suite / swimming pool - main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the right as you enter the swimming pool.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 300cm x 300cm (9ft 10in x 9ft 10in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 200cm (6ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • 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).
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a fair colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • Step free access to the swimming pool is via either the standard male or female changing rooms.

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Accessible Shower (Swimming Pool)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the swimming pool accessible toilet.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head and a flip down seat.
• The height of the seat is 50cm (1ft 8in).
• Other facilities available include; a ceiling track hoist.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Standard Changing Room (Swimming Pool)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the fitness suite / swimming pool - main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the swimming pool.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on both sides as you enter.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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  • The standard changing rooms are equipped with level access standard toilets and showers.
  • The male and female changing rooms are identical.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Swimming Pool)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located within the separate changing rooms.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the right as you enter.
  • The fitness suite is 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
• IFI Accredited Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite has attained IFI level two.
  • A number of staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equality Training.
  • IFI accredited equipment is available.
  • For example: treadmill, upright cycle, recumbent cycle, upper body ergometer, leg curl, leg extension, upper body multi-station and small equipment package.
  • A portable hearing loop is available for induction.
  • Staff are trained to use the portable hearing loop.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive some training in assisting disabled people.
  • A portable hearing loop is available for induction.
  • Staff are trained to use the portable hearing loop.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Accessible Toilet (Fitness Suite)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the fitness suite / swimming pool - main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the left as you enter the fitness suite.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 280cm x 340cm (9ft 2in x 11ft 2in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 160cm (5ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a fair colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Accessible Shower (Fitness Suite)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the fitness suite accessible toilet.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head and a flip down seat.
• The height of the seat is 50cm (1ft 8in).
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Standard Changing Room (Fitness Suite)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the fitness suite / swimming pool - main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the fitness suite.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on the right as you enter.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).

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• Comments View
  • The standard changing rooms are equipped with a standard toilet which is level access and a standard shower which is accessed by a deep step (as shown in photograph 3).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Fitness Suite)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located within the fitness suite female standard changing rooms.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located within the fitness suite male standard changing rooms.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• The assistance dog toilet area is located immediately outside.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service cannot be requested.