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Fenwick

39 Northumberland Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE99 1AR

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Opening Times

  • Monday 09:00 - 20:00.
  • Tuesday 09:00 - 20:00.
  • Wednesday 09:00 - 20:00.
  • Thursday 09:00 - 20:00.
  • Friday 09:00 - 20:00.
  • Saturday 09:00 - 19:00.
  • Sunday 10:30 - 17:00.
  • Comments View
    • Browsing only until 11.00 on Sundays.
    • Opening times are seasonal, please contact the store for more details on (0191) 232 5100.

Location

  • The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
  • This venue is situated in Newcastle upon Tyne.
  • The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
  • The nearest mainline station is Newcastle Central.

Parking

  • The venue does not have its own car park.

Outside Access (Blackett Street)

  • There is level access into the venue.
  • The main doors open automatically (towards you).
  • The doors are single width.
  • The door opening is 78cm (2ft 7in) wide.

Outside Access (Northumberland Street - South)

  • There is not level access into the venue.
  • The main doors open away from you (push).
  • The doors are double width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 175cm (5ft 9in) wide.

Level Change (Northumberland Street - South)

  • There is not a ramp or slope to access this service.
  • There are steps to access this area / service.
  • There is / are 4 step(s) to the area / service.
  • Lighting levels at the steps are bright.
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.

Outside Access (Northumberland Street - North)

  • There is level access into the venue.
  • The main doors open both ways.
  • The doors are double width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.

Outside Access (Eldon Square)

  • There is not level access into the venue.
  • The main doors open (no doors).

Level Change (Eldon Square)

  • There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
  • There are steps to access this area / service.
  • There is / are 4 step(s) to the area / service.
  • Lighting levels at the steps are bright.
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.

Outside Access (Monument Mall)

  • There is not level access into the venue.
  • The main doors open (no doors).

Level Change (Monument Mall)

  • There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
  • There are steps to access this area / service.
  • There is / are 5 step(s) to the area / service.
  • Lighting levels at the steps are bright.
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on the left going up.

Reception (Customer Accounts)

  • There is level access to reception from the entrance.
  • The reception desk is low height.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Inside Access

  • There is level access to the service.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • This venue does play background music.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
  • Comments View
    • There is a moderate ramp and steps within the Menswear section.

Eating and Drinking (Tivoli)

  • Full table service is available.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 71cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Menus are hand held only.
  • Menus are not available in Braille.
  • Menus are available in large print.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals.
  • Comments View
    • The nearest table is 2m (6.6 feet) from the restaurant entrance.
    • Tivoli is located on the first floor.

Eating and Drinking (The Patio)

  • Full table service is not available.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 71cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Menus are not available in Braille.
  • Menus are not available in large print.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Comments View
    • The nearest table is 2 metres (6.6 feet) from the restaurant entrance.
    • The Patio Restaurant is located on the lower ground floor.

Eating and Drinking (Majorca)

  • Full table service is not available.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 71cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Menus are not available in Braille.
  • Menus are not available in large print.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals.
  • Comments View
    • The nearest table is 1m (3.3 feet) from the restaurant entrance.
    • The Majorca restaurant is located on the first floor.

Eating and Drinking (Johann's Coffee Shop)

  • Full table service is available.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 71cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Menus are not available in Braille.
  • Menus are not available in large print.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • The type of food served here is light snacks.
  • Comments View
    • The nearest table is 1 metre (3.3 feet) from the Coffee Shop entrance.
    • Johanns Coffee Shop is located on the first floor.

Eating and Drinking (Cafe 21)

  • Full table service is available.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 71cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Menus are hand held only.
  • Menus are not available in Braille.
  • Menus are not available in large print.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals.
  • Comments View
    • The nearest table is 1 metre (3.3 feet) from the restaurant entrance.
    • Cafe 21 is located on the first floor.

Eating and Drinking (Terrace)

  • Full table service is not available.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 71cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Menus are not available in Braille.
  • Menus are not available in large print.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals.
  • Comments View
    • The nearest table is 2 metres (6.6 feet) from the restaurant entrance.
    • There is a raised dining area within the Terrace Restaurant.
    • The Terrace Restaurant is located on the third floor.

Other Floors

  • Steps View
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG - G - 1 - 2 - 3.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The steps are deep.
    • The steps do have handrails.
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • There is not a landing.
    • The lighting level is bright.

Lift (International Set of Restaurants)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located adjacent to the restaurants.
  • The lift is a platform lift.
  • Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 142cm x 95cm (4ft 8in x 3ft 1in).
  • Comments View
    • This lift is to overcome the steps and allow access to the set of restaurants.
    • The International Set of restaurants comprises of the following: Johann's Coffee Shop, Majorca and Tivoli.

Lift

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located on either side of the store.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • The lift is 7m (22ft 12in) from accessible entrance.
  • Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 174cm x 190cm (5ft 9in x 6ft 3in).
  • There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
  • The lift does have an audible announcer.
  • The lift controls do have Braille markings.
  • The lift controls do have tactile markings.
  • The lighting level in the lift is bright.
  • Comments View
    • There are 7 lifts in total.
    • 6 of the lifts serve all floors, LG-G-1-2-3.
    • The other lift only serves G-3.
    • The 6 main lifts are located on either side of the store and are in banks of three.
    • The details are the same for all of the standard lifts.

Accessible Toilet

  • There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
    • The accessible toilet is 25m (27yd) from the accessible entrance.
    • The accessible toilet is located adjacent to Cafe 21.
  • Features and Dimensions View
    • This is a unisex toilet.
    • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
    • The key is a radar key.
    • The key can be obtained from a member of staff within the restaurant.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 226cm x 150cm (7ft 5in x 4ft 11in).
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
    • The lateral transfer space is 86cm (2ft 10in).
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a functional emergency alarm available.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
    • There is a coat hook.
  • Position of Fixtures View
    • Wall mounted rails are available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
    • 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 a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is a sink.
    • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • Colour Contrast and Lighting View
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
    • Lighting levels are bright.
  • Comments View
    • Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
    • There are additional adapted and standard toilets located on the lower ground floor adjacent to the International Set of Restaurants.
    • There are also additional adapted and standard toilets and baby changing located on the lower ground floor adjacent to the Patio Restaurant.
    • All of the toilets require the use of a RADAR key which are available from members of staff within the restaurants.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
    • Standard toilets are available.
  • Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
    • The female toilets are located adjacent to Cafe 21.
    • The female toilets are 25m (27yd) from the accessible entrance.
    • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
    • Lighting levels are bright.
  • Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
    • The male toilets are located adjacent to Cafe 21.
    • The male toilets are 25m (27yd) from the accessible entrance.
    • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
    • Lighting levels are bright.
  • Baby Change Facilities View
    • Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.
  • Comments View
    • There are additional adapted and standard toilets located on the lower ground floor adjacent to the International Set of Restaurants.
    • There are also additional adapted and standard toilets and baby changing located on the lower ground floor adjacent to the Patio Restaurant.
    • All of the toilets require the use of a RADAR key which are available from members of staff within the restaurants.

Additional Info

  • The photograph shows the level change within the Menswear department which can be accessed by either steps or a ramp.

Additional Info

  • Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
  • Plastic cups are available.
  • Plastic cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available on request.
  • Comments View
    • The photograph shows the raised dining area in The Terrace Restaurant.