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ODEON Luxe - Birmingham Broadway Plaza

220 Ladywood Middleway, Birmingham, B16 8LP

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Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 4 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located either side of the ground floor and to left side of floor2.
    • The transfer space varies between toilets with adaptations.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are located within all the standard toilets on the ground floor and floor 2.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located either side of the ground floor and to the left side of floor 2.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within all toilets with adaptations and within all the standard toilets.

Parking

  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • Public Parking View
    • There is a public car park located next to the cinema.
    • The name of the car park is Broadway Plaza.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.
    • Electric vehicle charging points are not available in the car park.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the building.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via a slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There are double automatic doors, which are push pad activated.
  • The height of the push pad is 67cm.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 160cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.

Foyer

  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • Circulation View
    • There are no doors to open along circulation routes.
    • Access throughout may include pillars and moveable physical obstructions.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high along circulation routes.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • There is background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
    • Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs with armrests, benches and high stools.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Counter (Foyer)

  • The counter is located straight ahead from the entrance.
  • The distance from the entrance is 32m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 91cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the counter, but it was obstructed at the time of the survey.
  • The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
  • The counter has mirrors and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 91cm.
  • The payment machine is moveable.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, benches and high stools.
  • Some seating is fixed.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.

Ticketing (Self-Service)

Food and Drink (Costa)

  • Restaurant Bar Café 1 View
    • Costa is located to the right from the entrance.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is an opening without doors.
    • The width of the opening is more than 200cm.
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • There is a service counter.
    • It has 2 surface heights.
    • The lower surface height is 87cm and the higher surface height is 97cm.
    • Menu types include: wall-mounted and countertop.
    • The following are available: a hearing assistance system, drinking straws, takeaway cups, takeaway cutlery, lactose free food and dairy free food.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, sofas, benches, stools and high stools.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables, high tables and long tables.
    • Some tables are fixed.
    • 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.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels vary according to time of day.

Screen Corridors

  • Access View
    • There is step-free access between floors via lift.
    • There is step-free level access throughout walkways.
  • Circulation View
    • There are no doors to open along circulation routes.
    • Access throughout may include pillars.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high along circulation routes.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • There is background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
    • Seating available in the walkways includes: benches.
    • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.

Screen (2 - isense)

  • Access To View
    • The screen is located to left of the ground floor.
    • The most accessible route to the screen has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access to the screen.
    • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
    • There are double manual doors.
    • The doors open towards you.
    • The doors require effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 168cm.
    • The doors have a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
    • This entrance gives access to Row B.
    • There is step-free level access to screen.
  • Screen Information View
    • The following rows have step-free level access: Row B.
    • The following areas have stepped access: Rows A, C, D, E, F, G, H and I.
    • Seating available in the screen includes: electric reclining seats with footrests and armrests.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • Designated Seating View
    • The designated seating area is located at either end of Row B.
    • The most accessible route to the designated seating has step-free level access.
    • The designated seating area is clearly marked.
    • There are 2 designated spaces for wheelchair users.
    • Companions can sit next to you.
    • Companion seating available includes: electric reclining seats with footrests and armrests.
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.

Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor, to the right of the building.
    • The distance from the entrance is 27m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • 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 high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 87cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 158cm (width) x 300cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • 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 spatula flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 96cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a low colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 98cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 101cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 90cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the right side of the building.
  • The distance from the entrance is 26m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Standard Lift View
    • Floor 2 can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift door has a high colour contrast.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg.
    • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a high colour 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 106cm (width) x 200cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
    • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
    • The lift has a separate door to exit.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Escalators

  • The escalators surveyed are located either side of the foyer.
  • Floor 2 can be accessed by escalator.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalators are clearly marked.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Screen (6)

  • Access To View
    • The screen is located on floor 2.
    • The most accessible route to the screen has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access to the screen.
    • There is numbered signage on or near the door.
    • There are double manual doors.
    • The doors open towards you.
    • The doors require effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 168cm.
    • The doors have a high colour contrast.
    • There is a second, single manual door.
    • The door opens towards you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 104cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • 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 step-free access via a ramp as you enter the screen.
    • The ramp has a slight gradient.
    • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide.
    • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
  • Screen Information View
    • The following rows have step-free level access: Row A.
    • The following areas have stepped access: Rows B, C, D, E and F.
    • Seating available in the screen includes: electric reclining seats with footrests and armrests.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • Designated Seating View
    • The designated seating area is located in the centre of Row A.
    • The most accessible route to the designated seating has step-free level access.
    • The designated seating area is clearly marked.
    • There are 2 designated spaces for wheelchair users.
    • Companions can sit next to you.
    • Companion seating available includes: electric reclining seats with footrests and armrests.
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.

Toilet with Adaptations (Floor 2 - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located to the left side of floor 2.
    • The distance from the lift is 28m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • 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 high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 86cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 239cm (width) x 190cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 89cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 91cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 77cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a low colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 102cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 115cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 82cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.