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Introduction

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• Cinema Information View
  • The cinema has 8 screens in total.
  • Screens 3, 4, 5 and 6 has/have step-free access via lift.
  • Screens 5 and 6 has/have ramped access.
  • Screens 1, 2, 7 and 8 has/have stepped access.
  • There are 4 screens with designated seating for disabled visitors.
  • The screens with designated seating include; Screens 3, 4, 5 and 6.
  • There is not a premium large screen format (isense) available.
  • Advanced bookings are available.
  • Concessions are available.
  • Tickets are free for companions/carers.
  • Visitors can use the Cinema Exhibitors Association Card at the cinema.
  • Some films are rotated between screens.
  • Assistance dogs are welcomed in the cinema screens.
• Additional Information View
  • For more information on this cinema including opening times and film screenings please click here (new tab).
  • There is a Live Chat service available on the ODEON website.

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Audio Description, Subtitles and Autism Friendly

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• Audio Description and Screen Hearing Enhancement System View
  • Films can be audio described.
  • Headsets are used for the audio description.
  • The equipment used has dual channel capability; one channel provides audio description, the other provides hearing enhancement for the film soundtrack.
  • The body packs/headsets/neck loops are used for both channels.
  • The audio description equipment is collected from the Guest Service Point or counter.
  • Staff are trained to issue equipment.
  • All screens is/are used for audio description.
• Subtitled Screenings View
  • Some subtitled screenings are available.
  • There is/are a minimum of 3 subtitled screening(s) per week.
  • The number of subtitled screenings vary each week, please contact the cinema for more information.
  • Subtitled screenings are available on various days of the week.
  • Subtitled screenings are available at a mixture of peak and off-peak times.
  • All screens can be used for subtitled screenings.
• Autism Friendly Screenings View
  • Some autism friendly screenings are available.
  • There is/are a minimum of 1 autism friendly screening(s) per month.
  • Autism friendly screenings are available on Sundays only.
  • Autism friendly screenings are available at off-peak times only.
  • All screens is/are used for autism friendly screenings.
  • Advertisements or trailers are not played before autism friendly screenings.
  • Autism friendly screenings start at the advertised performance time.
  • There is not a large white clock within the screen(s) showing autism friendly screenings.
  • There is not large, clear directional signage to the screen(s) showing autism friendly screenings.
  • There is pictorial signage to the screen(s) showing autism friendly screenings.
  • The lighting levels in the screen(s) showing autism friendly screenings are turned up a little.
  • The sound levels in the screen(s) showing autism friendly screenings are turned down.
  • Site routing maps and screen seating plans are not available.
  • There is not a quiet area available within the cinema.
  • Guests can bring their own food and drink into the screen(s).
  • Carers/parents/companions can visit the cinema in advance to familiarise themselves with the surroundings.
  • Hot food is not allowed in the cinema.

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Getting Here

• From the Aston Express Way/A38 follow the signs to the City Centre, then keep right to continue on Great Charles Street Queensway/A38.
  Take the exit towards New Street and after approximately 400 metres continue onto Suffolk Street Queensway.
  At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Smallbrook Queensway, then turn left onto Hill Street.
  Continue on Hill Street, turn right and the NCP car park will be in front of you.
• The cinema does not have its own car park.
  The nearest public car park is Birmingham Grand Central (Pallasades Shopping Centre) and is run by NCP.
  Blue Badge parking is on Hill Street, approximately 600 meters from the cinema.
• There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the cinema.
• The nearest bus stop is St Martin's Queensway/New Street Station approximately 200 metres from the cinema
  This stop is served by NXBUS and bus routes include the 61, 63, X20, X21, X22 and X51S.
• For more information on bus timetables and routes please click here (opens new tab).
• The nearest Railway Station is Birmingham New Street.
• Birmingham New Street Station is approximately 427ft (2 minute walk) from the cinema via New Street.
  Train operators include Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London Northwestern Railway and Virgin Trains.
  There is step free access to all platforms via lifts.
• For more information on Birmingham New Street Station please click here (opens new tab).
• For more information on train timetables and services please click here (opens new tab).
• The nearest tram stop is Grand Central.
• The tram stop is located on Stephenson Street and is approximately 0.2 miles (2-4 minute walk) from the cinema.
• For more information on tram timetables and stops please click here (opens new tab).
• Birmingham Grand Central car park (Pallasades Shopping Centre) is approximately 0.2 miles from the cinema via New Street, Stephenson Street and New Street or Navigation Street, Stephenson Street and New Street.
• To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• For the accessibility webpage on the Odeon website please click here (new tab).
• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.

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• Help and Assistance View
  • There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language, please phone the venue in advance for more information.
  • The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; large print.
  • There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
  • Water bowls for assistance dogs are not available.
  • There are not mobility aids available.
  • Evac chairs are located near Screens 5 and 6.
• Additional Contact Details View
  • The telephone number for the Disability & Accessibility Helpline is 0800 138 3315.
  • The textphone number for the Disability & Accessibility Helpline is 18001 0808 1560 609.
  • The telephone number for the Cinema Exhibitors' Association (CEA) Card is 01244 526 016.
  • The textphone number for the Cinema Exhibitors' Association (CEA) Card is 18001 01244 526 016.
  • The email address for the Cinema Exhibitors' Association (CEA) Card is [email protected].
  • The website for the Cinema Exhibitors' Association (CEA) Card is https://www.ceacard.co.uk.

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Public Parking

• There is not a car park for public use within approximately 200m (219yd).
• There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).

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Approach (Main Entrance)

• The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles and block paving.
• The approach surface is uneven in places.
• There is step-free access on the approach.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of building.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• There is step-free access at this entrance.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
• There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
• The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The push pad or push button is 85cm from floor level.
• 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.

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• Comments View
  • There are also manual double doors to the right automatic doors.
    
  • The doors are heavy, open towards you (pull) and are 186cm in width.

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Foyer

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• Cinema Foyer View
  • The cinema foyer is located at the front of the building.
  • There is step-free access to the cinema foyer.
  • There is not step-free access throughout the foyer.
  • The type of flooring in the foyer is carpet, tiles and laminate.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Wayfinding signage is available.
  • The nearest seating is located to the left as you enter.
  • The foyer does play background music.
  • There is a self service ticket machine.
  • The self service ticket machine is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The self service ticket machine is located to the right as you enter.
    The height to the top function on the screen is 123cm.
• Food and Drink Counter(s) View
  • There is a/are food/drink counter(s) within the foyer.
  • The counter(s) is/are located to the right as you enter.
  • The nearest counter is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The counter(s) is/are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the counter(s).
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter(s).
  • There are not windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter(s) which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter(s) is/are not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the counter(s) are good.
  • The height of the counter(s) is/are 84cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter(s).
  • There is a/are lowered section(s) of the counter(s).
  • The height of the lowered section(s) at the counter(s) is 74cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section(s) of the counter(s).
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the counter(s).
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the counter(s).
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
  • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • There are wall menus available.
  • 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.
  • Staff can bring food/drink to screens if required.
  • Tickets can be purchased from the food/drink counter(s).
  • A5 sized menus are available at the counter.

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Eating and Drinking (Costa)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located to the left as you enter the building.
• There is step-free access to the café.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food and/or drinks can be brought to the table.
• The height of the counter is 95cm.
• There is a lowered section of the counter.
• The height of the lowered section at the counter is 85cm.
• There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
• There is a hearing assistance system .
• The system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is not signed.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
• There is step-free access within the café.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• This area does play background music.
• The type of flooring in this area is tiles and laminate.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• Chairs do not have armrests on both sides.
• The nearest table is approximately 2m from the entrance/opening.
• The nearest table is approximately 4m from the till/counter.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 72cm.
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 97cm.
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic/takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• There are menu boards/signs available.
• 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.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Counter (Guest Service Point)

• The counter is located just beyond the Costa counter.
• The counter is approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Clear signage for the counter is not visible from the entrance.
• There is step-free access to the counter.
• There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
• There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
• The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
• The lighting levels at the counter are varied.

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• Counter View
  • The height of the counter is 105cm.
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • The bell is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • This counter is the Guest Service Point. Tickets are checked here before entering the screen(s).

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Getting Around

• There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
• There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
• The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
• Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are provided in some corridors/walkways.
• There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
• The lighting levels are varied.
• Access to other floors/levels is via stairs and lift.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• This venue does play background music in public areas.
• Music is played in the foyer.
• There is a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
• The system is a fixed loop.

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Lift (Stair lift near Screen 7)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located beyond the foyer.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a stair lift.
• A member of staff needs to be notified for use of the lift.
• A member of staff is required to operate the lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.

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• Comments View
  • The lift is operated by staff and takes you down the first steps to Screen 7 and the lobby leading to the next set of steps.

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Level Change (Screens 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and the Standard Toilets)

• There is a/are step(s) located beyond the foyer.
• The step(s) is/are used to access Screens 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and the standard toilets.
• There is/are 4 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• 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.
• Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.

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Screen (Screen 7)

• The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
• The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 7.
• This information is for the entrance located on the lower ground floor.
• There is stepped access at this entrance.
• The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 92cm.
• There is a second set of doors.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 98cm.
• The entrance door(s) is/are not permanently held open before and after screenings.
• There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
• This entrance gives access to Row J.
• There is/are 16 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• 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.
• Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are adjustable.
• The steps are clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
• The steps are clearly illuminated during screenings.
• The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
• There are seats with armrests on both sides.
• Premium seating is available within the screen.
• The width of the rows of seating is 58cm.
• The lighting levels before and after screenings are varied.
• The nearest accessible toilet is located on the lower ground floor.

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• Screen Information View
  • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the majority of seating.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • There are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 107cm.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are adjustable.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.
  • There is no designated seating in this screen.

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Lift (Stair Lift to Screens 3, 4, 5, 6, Accessible and Standard Toilets)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear of the foyer.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 28m (30yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a stair lift.
• A member of staff needs to be notified for use of the lift.
• A member of staff is required to operate the lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.

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• Comments View
  • This lift is operated by staff and takes you down the second set of steps to Screens 3, 4, 5, 6 and the accessible and standard toilets.

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Level Change (Screens 3, 4, 5, 6 and the Accessible and Standard Toilets)

• There is a/are step(s) located beyond the foyer.
• The step(s) is/are used to access Screens 3, 4, 5, 6 and the accessible and standard toilets.
• There is/are 6 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• 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.
• Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.

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Screen (Screen 3)

• The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
• The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 3.
• Similar screens include; Screen 4.
• This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor.
• There is step-free access at this entrance.
• The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 142cm.
• The entrance door(s) is/are not permanently held open before and after screenings.
• There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
• This entrance gives access to Row P.
• The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
• There are seats with armrests on both sides.
• Premium seating is available within the screen.
• The width of the rows of seating is 45cm.
• The lighting levels before and after screenings are varied.
• The nearest accessible toilet is located on the ground floor.

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• Screen Information View
  • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the majority of seating.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • There are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 108cm.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are adjustable.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row L.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 14m from the front of the screen.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the designated seating area(s).
  • There is/are 2 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
  • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
  • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
  • Companions/carers sit next to you.
  • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

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Screen (Screen 4)

• The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
• The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 4.
• Similar screens include; Screen 3.
• This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor.
• There is step-free access at this entrance.
• The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 142cm.
• The entrance door(s) is/are not permanently held open before and after screenings.
• There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
• This entrance gives access to Row M.
• The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
• There are seats with armrests on both sides.
• Premium seating is available within the screen.
• The width of the rows of seating is 51cm.
• The lighting levels before and after screenings are varied.
• The nearest accessible toilet is located on the ground floor.

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• Screen Information View
  • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the majority of seating.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • There are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 143cm.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are adjustable.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row K.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 14m from the front of the screen.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the designated seating area(s).
  • There is/are 2 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
  • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
  • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
  • Companions/carers sit next to you.
  • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Screen 3)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, to the left before Screen 3.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is not self-closing.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 221cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 81cm.
  • The transfer space is obstructed by the non-infectious waste bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the left.
  • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a wall which acts as a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 94cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 92cm (3ft).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • The lighting for the toilet is automatic.
    
  • The hot and cold markings for the tap have worn away.
    
  • The width of the passageway before accessing the toilet is 83cm wide.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Screen 6)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, to the left of Screen 6.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 69m (75yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is not self-closing.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 218cm (4ft 10in x 7ft 2in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 77cm.
  • The transfer space is obstructed by the non-infectious waste bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are non-infectious waste and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • 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 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 73cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
  • The baby change table is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 88cm (2ft 11in).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Screens 3 and 4)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.
• The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, outside Screen 3.
• The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 59m (64yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is step-free access into the female toilet(s), via lift.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
• An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.

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• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • There is a lowered wash basin available.
  • The height of the lowered wash basin is 60cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered wash basin.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • There is a lowered hand dryer available.
  • The height of the lowered hand dryer is 83cm.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, outside Screen 4.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 56m (61yd 9in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the male toilet(s), via lift.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • There is a lowered urinal available.
  • The height of the lowered urinal is 43cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered urinal.
  • The lowered urinal does contrast visually with the wall.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair in front of the lowered urinal (90cm x 140cm).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
  • There is not a lowered wash basin available.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • There is not a lowered hand dryer available.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Level Change (Screens 5, 6 and the Accessible and Standard Toilets)

• There is a ramp/slope located on the ground floor, before Screens 5 and 6 and the accessible and standard toilets.
• The ramp/slope is used to access Screens 5 and 6 and the accessible and standard toilets.
• The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 200cm (6ft 7in).
• The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
• The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
• There is a/are step(s) located in front of Screens 5 and 6 and the accessible toilet.
• The step(s) is/are used to access Screens 5 and 6 and the accessible toilet.
• There is/are 8 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• 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.
• Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.

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• Comments View
  • There is a heavy manual, double doors to the top of the slope.

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Lift (Access to Screens 5 and 6)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located leading to Screens 5 and 6.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 59m (64yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not 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 good.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 142cm x 98cm (4ft 8in x 3ft 3in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not 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 controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Screens 5 and 6)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.
• The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, outside Screens 5 and 6.
• The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 58m (63yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is ramped/sloped and stepped access into the female toilet(s).
• There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
• An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
• There are vertical and horizontal grab rails on the right hand side only.

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• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • There is a lowered wash basin available.
  • The height of the lowered wash basin is 60cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered wash basin.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • There is not a lowered hand dryer available.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, outside Screens 5 and 6.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 59m (64yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access into the male toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • There is a lowered urinal available.
  • The height of the lowered urinal is 46cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered urinal.
  • The lowered urinal does contrast visually with the wall.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
  • There are vertical and horizontal grab rails on the right hand side only.
  • There is not a lowered wash basin available.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • There is not a lowered hand dryer available.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • There is a slope to enter the toilets, then beyond the door there are two steps down of varying heightS with no handrails.

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Screen (Screen 5)

• The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
• The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 5.
• Similar screens include; Screen 6.
• This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor.
• There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
• The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 88cm.
• The entrance door(s) is/are not permanently held open before and after screenings.
• There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
• This entrance gives access to Row G.
• The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
• There are seats with armrests on both sides.
• Premium seating is available within the screen.
• The width of the rows of seating is 42cm.
• The lighting levels before and after screenings are varied.
• The nearest accessible toilet is located on the ground floor.

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• Screen Information View
  • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access to the majority of seating.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are wall mounted.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 125cm.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are adjustable.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • The ramp/slope is not clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • There is/are 3 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are wall mounted.
  • 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.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are adjustable.
  • The steps are clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • The steps are not clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row G at the rear of the screen.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 11m from the front of the screen.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
  • There is/are 4 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
  • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
  • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
  • Companions/carers sit next to you.
  • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.
  • There are 3 steps to each aisle.
    There is an evac chair available in this screen.

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Screen (Screen 6)

• The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
• The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 6.
• Similar screens include; Screen 5.
• This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor.
• There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
• The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 145cm.
• The entrance door(s) is/are not permanently held open before and after screenings.
• There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
• This entrance gives access to Row H.
• The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
• There are seats with armrests on both sides.
• Premium seating is available within the screen.
• The width of the rows of seating is 51cm.
• The lighting levels before and after screenings are varied.
• The nearest accessible toilet is located on the ground floor.

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• Screen Information View
  • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
  • There is level access or ramped access to the majority of seating.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are wall mounted.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 128cm.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are adjustable.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row G.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 12m from the front of the screen.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are not clearly marked/signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the designated seating area(s).
  • There is/are 4 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
  • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
  • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
  • Companions/carers sit next to you.
  • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

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Other Floors (Screens 1, 2, 8 and the Standard Toilets)

• Stairs can be used to access other floors.
• The stairs are for public use.
• The stairs are located either side of the building beyond the foyer.
• The stairs are approximately 24m from the main entrance.
• The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
• There are 15+ steps between floors.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The steps have a handrail 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.
• Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• There is not a landing.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
• The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Screen (Screen 1)

• The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
• The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 1.
• This information is for the entrance located on the first floor.
• There is stepped access at this entrance.
• The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 150cm.
• The entrance door(s) is/are not permanently held open before and after screenings.
• There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
• This entrance gives access to Row A.
• There is/are 12 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are 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.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are adjustable.
• The steps are clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
• The steps are clearly illuminated during screenings.
• The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
• There are seats with armrests on both sides.
• Premium seating is available within the screen.
• The width of the rows of seating is 41cm.
• The lighting levels before and after screenings are varied.
• The nearest accessible toilet is located on the ground floor.

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• Screen Information View
  • The access to the majority of seating is located to one side of the seats (against wall) and in the centre of the seats.
  • There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
  • There is/are 27 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are wall mounted.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are adjustable.
  • The steps are not clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • The steps are not clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.
  • There is no designated seating in this screen.

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Screen (Screen 2)

• The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
• The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 2.
• This information is for the entrance located on the first floor.
• There is stepped access at this entrance.
• The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 150cm.
• The entrance door(s) is/are not permanently held open before and after screenings.
• There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
• This entrance gives access to Row A.
• There is/are 12 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are 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.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are adjustable.
• The steps are not clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
• The steps are not clearly illuminated during screenings.
• The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
• There are seats with armrests on both sides.
• Premium seating is available within the screen.
• The width of the rows of seating is 42cm.
• The lighting levels before and after screenings are varied.
• The nearest accessible toilet is located on the ground floor.

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• Screen Information View
  • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
  • There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
  • There is/are 32 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are adjustable.
  • The steps are clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • The steps are clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.
  • There is no designated seating in this screen.

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Screen (Screen 8)

• The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
• The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 8.
• This information is for the entrance located on the first floor.
• There is stepped access at this entrance.
• The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 154cm.
• There is a second set of doors.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 134cm.
• The entrance door(s) is/are not permanently held open before and after screenings.
• There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
• This entrance gives access to Row A.
• The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
• There are flip-down seats with armrests on both sides.
• Premium seating is not available within the screen.
• The width of the rows of seating is 47cm.
• The lighting levels before and after screenings are varied.
• The nearest accessible toilet is located on the ground floor.

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• Screen Information View
  • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
  • There is step-free access to the majority of seating.
  • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.
  • There is no designated seating for this screen.

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Standard Toilet(s) (First Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.
• The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the first floor, by Screen 1.
• The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 56m (61yd 9in) from the main entrance.
• There is stepped access into the female toilet(s).
• There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
• An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
• There are vertical and horizontal grab rails on the left hand side only.

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• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • There is a lowered wash basin available.
  • The height of the lowered wash basin is 60cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered wash basin.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • There is a lowered hand dryer available.
  • The height of the lowered hand dryer is 88cm.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • There is a/are similar standard toilet(s) available.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the first floor, by Screen 8.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 54m (59yd 2in) from the main entrance.
  • There is stepped access into the male toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • There is not a lowered urinal available.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
  • There are vertical and horizontal grab rails on the right hand side only.
  • There is not a lowered wash basin available.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • There is not a lowered hand dryer available.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.