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Overview

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• About View
  • The School of Artisan Food is an educational charity, dedicated to enthusing and helping people from all walks of life to learn about healthy, sustainable and delicious food.
  • Facilities available in the venue include: learning areas and kitchens, bakery, butchery, library, lecture theatre, refectory, accessible and standard toilet and changing facilities.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest parking is located behind and in front of the venue.
  • The nearest train station is Creswell.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
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  • The School of Artisan Food is located on the greater Welbeck Estate.
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the rear 8 rows of seating in the lecture theatre.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • The ground and first floor can be accessed via a standard lift.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is no hearing assistance system.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: large print (on request).
  • As education specialists, the school can accommodate incoming students with any access needs on request.
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.
  • Staff receive the following training: Safeguarding, Disability Awareness and Inclusion.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 4 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located near reception, on the first floor of the main building, outside the Butchery and Barbara Curtis Training Rooms.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • The shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor of the main building.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • Standard changing facilities are located on the first floor of the main building.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • Standard washroom facilities are located on the first floor of the main building.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the rear (with limited Blue Badge parking at the front).
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are signposted but have no markings.
  • The nearest designated bay is 75m from the main entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for visitors only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Main Entrance

• This entrance is located on the far right side of the courtyard.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is a single manual door at this entrance.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 110cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a medium visual contrast.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• The following areas have stepped access: the upper levels of the Lecture Theatre.
• Access throughout may include uneven surfaces, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• The visual contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high.
• There may be background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• Lighting levels are adjustable in some areas.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer - Main Entrance)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located at the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 6m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 153cm (width) x 330cm (depth) and 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 80cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 107cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 104cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 120cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 135cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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The Barbara Curtis Kitchen and Training Room

• The room is located on the ground floor, to the right side of the courtyard.
• The distance from the main entrance is 15m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and uneven surfaces.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There are double manual doors with a medium visual contrast.
• One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 100cm.
• Internal access can be provided if required.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables and long tables.
• The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles and a wash basin.
• There may be background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• This is a practical kitchen and demonstration room.
• It is possible to install a height adjustable desk if required.
• There is a door between the two areas that is held open.
• There is direct access to one of the toilets with adaptations from this room.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer - Barbara Curtis Training Room)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located outside the Barbara Curtis Training Room.
  • The distance from the entrance is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access, uneven surfaces and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 233cm (width) x 245cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 170cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 105cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 75cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 75cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is a walk-in shower facility in this room that was out of use, and not included in this survey.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located ahead and to the left from the main entrance.
• The distance from the entrance is 3m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 80cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 110cm (width) x 150cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located to the left, after entering.
• There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
• The ground and first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are not easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There is a second staircase to the right side of the main building.
• The second staircase leads to the Lecture Theatre, a standard shower and toilets.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer - First Floor, Refectory)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the first floor, near the refectory.
  • The distance from the lift is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 152cm (width) x 220cm (depth) and 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 83cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 46cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 97cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 69cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 105cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 102cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Locker Room and Changing Area

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• Changing Area View
  • The gender neutral changing area was surveyed.
  • The distance from the lift is 22m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 144cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
  • Facilities in this area include: changing cubicles and lockers.
  • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.

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Dining Room (Refectory)

• The dining room is located on the first floor, accessible via the lift.
• There is step-free level access into the dining room.
• There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables and long tables.
• The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• This area is used for set meals and dining.

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Lecture Theatre

• The room is located off the refectory.
• The distance from the lift is 16m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 98cm.
• The following areas have stepped access: the rear 8 rows of seating.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: height adjustable desks.
• The seating is fixed.
• Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There may be background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• There is a presentation desk in this lecture theatre
• The height of the main presentation desk is 92cm.
• There is a portable, height adjustable desk in this lecture theatre that can be moved to different areas if required.
• This area can be accessed via an alternative entrance.

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Library and Study Space

• The room is located off the refectory.
• The distance from the lift is 14m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 99cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: long tables and desks.
• Some tables are fixed.
• Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There may be background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Training Room 1 and Refectory Kitchen

• The room is located on the first floor.
• The distance from the lift is 25m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• There is no signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the room includes: high stools.
• Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
• The desks are fixed.
• The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a wash basin.
• There may be background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• This is both a practical kitchen and demonstration area.
• There is a door between the two areas that is held open.
• It is possible to install a height adjustable desk if required.

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The Butchery

• The room is located across the courtyard from the main entrance.
• The distance from the main entrance is 30m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, uneven surfaces and manual doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
• The desks are fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a wash basin.
• There may be background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• This is a practical kitchen and demonstration room.
• It is possible to install a height adjustable desk if required.
• There are walk-in freezers at the rear of the room.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer - The Butchery)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located next to The Butchery.
  • The distance from the butchery room entrance is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 152cm (width) x 222cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 82cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 97cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 96cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.