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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a gallery, cafe, bar, gift shop, meeting rooms and a function room.

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Opening Times

• Monday 09:00 - 17:30.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:30.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:30.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:30.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:30.
• Saturday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Sunday Closed.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Newcastle Central.
• The nearest Metro Station is Newcastle Central.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Westgate Road.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The parking on Westgate Road is marked for width only.
  • The bays are 290cm wide.
• Comments View
  • The parking on Westgate Road is marked for width only.
  • The bays are 290cm wide.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 81cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Counter (Gift Shop)

• The counter is 2m (2yd 7in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the counter from the entrance.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• The height of the counter is 91cm (2ft 12in).
• There is not a lowered section.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Counter (Art Supplies)

• The counter is 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
• There is not level access to the counter from the entrance.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• The height of the counter is 91cm (2ft 12in).
• There is not a lowered section.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Outside Access (Side Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building, in the courtyard.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 91cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 75cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located beyond the second set of doors.
  • There is/are 3 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are 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.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.

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Outside Access (Studio Block Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in the courtyard leading into the studio block.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the door opening is 94cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Outside Access (Frame Shop Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in the courtyard, leading into the Frame Shop.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 102cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is portable.
  • Please contact a member of staff for use of the portable ramp.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 102cm (3ft 4in).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in the doorway.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 5cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Inside Access

• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • Photographs 1 and 2 show the Gift Shop.
  • Photographs 3 and 4 show the Art Supplies Shop.
  • Photographs 5 and 6 show the Studio Block.

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Level Change (Gift Shop)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located within the gift shop, leading to the rear of the building.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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Eating and Drinking (Cafe)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located to the rear of the building as you enter via the main entrance.
• Full table service is available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 105cm (3ft 5in).
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are not available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are not available.
• Menus are hand held and wall.
• 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.

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• Comments View
  • Additional seating is available on the Mezzanine floor, accessed via 15+ clearly marked, medium height, steps with handrail on the left (shown in photographs 5 and 6).

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Level Change (Cafe)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located in the entranceway to the cafe.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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Museum (Gallery)

• Exhibits cannot be audio described.
• Tactile signage for exhibits is not available.
• Braille signage for exhibits is not available.
• Touch tours are not available.
• Video tours are not available.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.

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• Comments View
  • The layout of the gallery varies depending on events taking place.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are Studio Block.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • There are similar stairs leading to the bar in the main building.

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Lift (Studio Block)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead as you enter the Studio Block.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2.
• The lift is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the studio block entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 146cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 9in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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Accessible Toilet (Studio Block First Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the studio block first floor lift exit.
  • This accessible toilet is located at the end of the corridor on the first floor of the studio block.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 222cm x 171cm (7ft 3in x 5ft 7in).
  • There is not 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 164cm (5ft 5in).
  • 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.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 154cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 45cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • There are two outer doors to access the accessible toilet area.
  • The outer doors open inwards and are heavy to open.
  • The outer doors' widths are 78cm.
  • Outside the accessible toilet is a separate dual sink wash area.
  • There is a hand dryer at a height of 102cm.
  • There are two sinks at a height of 87cm.
  • The outer wash area is 200cm wide and 265cm long.

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Eating and Drinking (The Black Swan)

• The following information is for the bar.
• The bar is located to the rear right of the building as you enter via the main entrance.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 68cm (2ft 3in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 73cm (2ft 5in).
• The standard height for tables is 68cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.

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• Comments View
  • The layout and food/drink service depends on the event taking place.
  • Step free access to the bar is available on request via a staff only area of the building.
  • Additional seating is accessed by 3 clearly marked medium height steps, without handrails.
  • The additional seating can be accessed by ramp on request via the back stage area of the building.

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Accessible Toilet (Gift Shop - Right Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left rear of the gift shop area, off the corridor leading to the rear of the building.
  • There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 208cm x 136cm (6ft 10in x 4ft 6in).
  • There is not 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 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is not a mixer tap.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • 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 41cm (1ft 4in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 cannot 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 poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet cubicle.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 93cm (3ft 1in).

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Standard Toilet(s)

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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 on the second floor of the Studio Block.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Studio Block lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • This is by lift.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • Additional standard toilets are available in the bar area.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• Home visits / services are not available.

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• Comments View
  • The conference room in the studio block is available for private hire. There is an accessible toilet on the first floor of the studio block.