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Overview (Northampton General Hospital)

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• About View
  • This is a hospital with multiple services available.
  • Services available in the venue include: Cafe's, convenience shops, restaurants and a pharmacy.
  • View information on opening times
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • There is a drop-off point.
  • The nearest train station is Northampton.
  • The nearest bus station is Northampton.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Traveline.info (opens new tab).
  • View information on getting here (opens new tab) .
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include uneven surfaces, manual doors, doors permanently held open, automatic doors and narrow aisles.
  • Lower Ground, Ground, Floor 1 and Floor 2 can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is no hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
  • British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a pay phone, Wi-Fi and TV pre-pay machines for patients.

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Parking (Area K)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located on the west side of the hospital site, in front of Area K.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 287cm (width) x 481cm (depth).
  • There are no hatched/marked zones.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
  • The nearest designated bay is 7m from Entrance K1.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight ramp or slope and uneven surfaces.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
  • There is not a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a level manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user in front of the payment machine (185cm x 210cm).
  • View information on parking policies/charges (opens new tab).
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • There are 4 electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
  • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay designated for Blue Badge holders are 289cm (width) x 449cm (depth).
  • The nozzle holster for the Blue Badge charging points is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The charging points designated for Blue Badge holders require an app.
  • The nearest Blue Badge charging point is 10m from Entrance K1.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Parking (Car Park 3)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located on the south side of the hospital site.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 9 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays have faded markings.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 260cm (width) x 445cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 129cm.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
  • The nearest designated bay is 16m from the Diabetes Centre Entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a steep ramp or slope.
  • There is no dropped kerb from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for visitors only.
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
  • Payment machines are located within the main hospital building.
  • There is not a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a level manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user in front of the payment machine (185cm x 210cm).
  • View information on parking policies/charges (opens new tab).
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point available.
  • The designated drop-off point is located on the right side of the car park.

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Outside Access (Area K2)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • 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.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 156cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 135cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of and between the both sets of doors.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up the ramp.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are low.

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Lift (Area K2)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left as you enter the K2 entrance.
• Signs indicating the location of this lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the K2.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are 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 high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 115cm.
• The dimensions of the lift are 142cm x 270cm.
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is 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 a hearing assistance system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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Other Floors (Area K2)

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• Stairs View
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G, 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are not 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.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor of the building are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels are varied.

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Getting To (Dermatology)

• Dermatology is/are located on the First Floor in Area K.
• Access to Dermatology is via the K2 entrance.
• Enter via the K2 entrance and bare left. Take the lift to the first floor, exit the lift and the entrance is on the left.
• There is step free access, via lift, to Dermatology .
• Dermatology is approximately 4m from the lift.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.

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Opening Times

• Monday 07:30 - 20:00.
• Tuesday 07:30 - 20:00.
• Wednesday 07:30 - 20:00.
• Thursday 07:30 - 18:00.
• Friday 07:30 - 20:00.
• Saturday 07:30 - 15:00.
• Sunday Closed.

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Entrance

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the First Floor of Area K.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
  • There is step free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 140cm .
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 111cm (3ft 8in).
  • There is a door release button when exiting.
  • The height of the door release button is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the right of the entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the entrance.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is 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 no windows, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is high (110cm+) .
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the low section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • 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.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
  • There is not a television.
  • Vending machines are not available.
  • A water dispenser is available.
  • There is a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
  • There is not space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Inside Access

• There is level access once inside.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• Wayfinding signage is available.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl/laminate.
• There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Procedure Room 2)

• There is / are 2 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Procedure Room 2.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 99cm (3ft 3in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• A hoist can be brought in from another department.
• There is sufficient space next to the bed/couch for a mobile hoist to operate.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Leg Treatment Room 2)

• There is / are 2 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Leg Treatment Room 2.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) by sliding.
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 105cm (3ft 5in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• A hoist can be brought in from another department.
• There is sufficient space next to the bed/couch for a mobile hoist to operate.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Clinic 4)

• There is / are 4 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Clinic 4.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• A hoist can be brought in from another department.
• There is sufficient space next to the bed/couch for a mobile hoist to operate.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
• The nearest accessible toilet(s) is/are located on the main corridor within Area K.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are not available.
• The nearest standard toilet(s) is/are located on the main corridor within Area K.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• Building K link (new tab) - click here.
• main hospital building areas A, B, C, D, E, F and G link (new tab) - click here.