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Brown Rigg Lodges - Guest Block - Stephenson

Brown Rigg Lodges, Bellingham, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 2FB

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Accommodation Overview (Guest Block - Stephenson)

  • About View
    • This is a guest block with 6 individual bedrooms.
    • There are 6 bedrooms in total.
    • There is 1 bedroom with adaptations.
    • There is not step-free level access to the bedroom with adaptations.
    • The bedroom with adaptations has an ensuite with a wheel-in shower.
    • Dogs are welcomed at this venue.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
    • The venue has its own car park.
    • The nearest train station is Hexham.
    • There is a bus stop at the end of the driveway, on Pennine Way (Hexham-Bellingham 680).
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free access via ramp at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following facilities are available: a water bowl for assistance dogs, a seat/chair, bath mats and mobility scooter charging facilities.

Entrance (Guest Block - Stevenson)

  • This entrance is located to the rear of the guest lodge block.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • There are 2 steps which are unmarked, with a handrail on the left going up.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 98cm.

Bedroom with Adaptations (Stephenson)

  • Location and Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located is to your right as you enter the Guest Room Lodge.
    • The journey time to this bedroom from the main entrance is approximately is less than a minute..
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • There is a key pad at a height of 133cm.
    • The door opens inwards.
    • The width of the door opening is 92cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
    • The top of the mattress is 55cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 3cm from the floor.
    • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
    • The following is available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, a TV with subtitles, a chair without armrests and a desk.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.

Ensuite with Adaptations (Stephenson - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
    • The ensuite door opens outwards.
    • The width of the door opening to the ensuite is 92cm.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 250cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The toilet seat is 50cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
    • Additional features include: a mirror and a coat hook.
    • The ensuite has a wheel-in shower.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
    • The shower has an adjustable shower head which can be detached, a flip-down seat, a wall-mounted grab rail and a dropdown rail.
    • The shower seat is 50cm from the floor.
    • The shower controls are push.

Kitchen (Guest Lodge Kitchen)

  • The kitchen is located directly ahead of you as you enter the Guest Lodge Block.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 92cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The kitchen has overhead cupboards and under counter cupboards.
  • The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
  • The hob is 92cm from the floor.
  • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 92cm from the floor.
  • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests and armchairs.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables and coffee tables.

Seating Area (Outdoor Seating)

  • The seating area is located to the rear of the Guest Block.
  • The seating area is uncovered.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has step-free level access and uneven surfaces.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: picnic tables.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • There is a manual gate to access the outdoor seating are.
    The gate opens away from you with a width of 115cm.