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Introduction

• There are two swimming pools, one a small teaching pool and the second a larger multipurpose pool.
  There are three fitness suites including a specialist strength and conditioning gym and two group exercise studios offering a large range of group exercise classes.
  There is a group cycle room with 30 bikes, 8 indoor tennis courts, a café, trampolining and gymnastic hall and 10 outdoor tennis courts.
  The NHS have a treatment centre on the ground floor (NCSEM) and there is also Sheffield Sports Medicine onsite offering a range of specialist treatment include podiatry, stroke clinic, pain management clinic, physiotherapy and rheumatology.

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Opening Times (Health and Sports Centre)

• Monday 06:30 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00.
• Thursday 06:30 - 22:00.
• Friday 06:30 - 22:00.
• Saturday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Sunday 08:00 - 20:00.

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Location

• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Sheffield.
• There is not a tram stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located at the front and side of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • There is/are 10+ Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 360cm x 600cm (11ft 10in x 19ft 8in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 60m (65yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 132cm (4ft 4in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 242cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 239cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Outside Access (Places Wellness Studio Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the venue.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 120cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Reception (Health and Sports Centre)

• The desk/counter is 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• There is a touch screen.

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  • The touchscreen is immediately to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
  • The height of the lowest function on the touchscreen is 79cm, the height to the top of the screen is 97cm.
  • There are turnstiles and an access gate to the left of reception (photograph 5).
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The width of the gate is 119cm.
  • The turnstiles have a width of 49cm.
  • The turnstiles are only used when greater security is required for some events.

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Reception (NHS Treatment Centre)

• The desk/counter is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the fitness areas.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are medium.

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  • There are several meeting pods available on the first floor (photograph 11).

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NHS Treatment Centre

• The waiting area for NHS services is opposite the NHS reception.
• There are two corridors to the left and right of this waiting area.
• There are various treatment rooms off both corridors.

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Eating and Drinking (Café Ology)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located to the right as you enter from the main entrance.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are wall only.
• 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.

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  • The seating for the café is located throughout the ground floor concourse.
  • The height of the buffet bar is 110cm (photograph 6).

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Swimming Pool (Main Pool)

• There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is hydraulic.
• There is a pool platform lift for wheelchair users to access the water.
• There are steps into the swimming pool.
• There are 6 steps.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are in the centre.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.

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  • The pool pod is designed for a wheelchair user to use unaided if preferred (photographs 2 and 3).
  • Photograph 4 shows the wet chair that fits into the pod.

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Swimming Pool (Teaching Pool)

• There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is manual.
• There is a pool platform lift for wheelchair users to access the water.
• There are steps into the swimming pool.
• There are 5 steps.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are in the centre.
• There is not a ladder type entrance into the water.

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  • Photograph 3 shows the manual hoist.
  • There is also a pool pod (see main pool) available for this pool on request.

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Changing Places (Reception)

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located opposite the reception area.
  • The facility is approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • It is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 460cm x 319cm (15ft 1in x 10ft 6in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 320cm (10ft 6in).
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Drop down rails are provided for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is available.
  • It is a push button style alarm.
• Comments View
  • The height to the toilet seat is 49cm.
  • The height of the sink is 78cm.
  • There is an exit door leading into the standard changing room, giving easy access to the swimming pool areas (photograph 5).
  • This door is single, 80cm wide, opens away from you (push) and is light.
  • There are lockers outside this room to the right, which serve this room and the adjacent accessible changing room (photograph 7).
  • The lockers are 105cm high and have numerical and Braille signage.

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Accessible Changing Room (Reception)

• There are accessible changing rooms available.
• The accessible changing room is located opposite reception.
• The facility is 24m (26yd 9in) from the main entrance.
• The door opens outwards.
• The width of the door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
• The door is locked by a lever twist.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 322cm x 282cm (10ft 7in x 9ft 3in).
• There is a lateral transfer space.
• As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
• The lateral transfer space is 250cm (8ft 2in).
• There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
• There is a flush on the transfer side.
• Wall mounted rails are available.
• The toilet seat is 48cm (1ft 7in) above floor level.
• There is a sink.
• The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
• The height of the sink is 74cm (2ft 5in).
• The tap type is lever.
• There is a mixer tap.
• There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
• The emergency alarm is fully functional.
• There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.
• There is a wheel in shower.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).

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  • The shower also has drop down rails.
  • There is a similar accessible changing room in the standard changing rooms.

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Accessible Toilet (Wet Side Standard Changing Rooms)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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  • There is Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 46m (50yd 11in) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the wet side standard changing rooms.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 152cm x 220cm (4ft 12in x 7ft 3in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and clinical waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Changing Room (Wet Side - Unisex)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the swimming pools.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located opposite reception.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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  • There are individual and family changing cubicles in this area (photographs 9 and 10).
  • The height of the baby change is the family cubicle is 94cm.
  • There are female and male group changing rooms off this area (photographs 11 and 12).
  • There are standard shared toilets in the changing rooms (photographs 13 and 14).

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Level Change (Indoor Tennis Courts)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in the tennis area.
• There is/are 9 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Lift (Indoor Tennis Courts)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the tennis area.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, LG.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 37m (40yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 108cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 126cm x 144cm (4ft 2in x 4ft 9in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Indoor Tennis Courts

• There are 8 indoor tennis courts available.
• Six of the courts are located off the lower ground floor foyer, 4m from the indoor tennis court lift.
• All of the tennis courts can also be accessed from the Places Wellness Studio entrance.
• Access to courts 1 and 2 are 4m from this entrance (photograph 6).
• The remaining courts are 36m from the Places Wellness Studio entrance.
• Photographs 7 and 8 show the indoor tennis viewing gallery.

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Accessible Toilet (Indoor Tennis Area)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 29m (31yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located of the main concourse at the indoor tennis area.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 220cm (4ft 10in x 7ft 3in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Indoor Tennis Area)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located off the main concourse at the indoor tennis area.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 29m (31yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Parent and Baby Room (Indoor Tennis Area)

• There is a parent and baby room for public use.
• The parent and baby room is located off the main concourse at the indoor tennis area.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 29m from the main entrance.
• There is step-free access to the parent and baby room.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the room.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
• 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
• There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
• There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
• The height of the wash basin is 85cm.
• The wash basin tap type is push.
• There is/are not chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Fitness Suite (Places Wellness Studio)

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the lower ground floor, at the rear of the venue.
  • The fitness suite is 3m (3yd 10in) from the Place Wellness Studio entrance.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open away from you (push).
  • The doors are single.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The opening is 86cm wide.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Accessible Changing Room (Places Wellness Studio Corridor)

• There are accessible changing rooms available.
• The accessible changing room is located off the corridor.
• The facility is 22m (24yd 2in) from the Places Wellness Studio entrance.
• The door opens outwards.
• The width of the door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• The door is locked by a locking handle.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 206cm x 180cm (6ft 9in x 5ft 11in).
• There is a lateral transfer space.
• As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
• The lateral transfer space is 140cm (4ft 7in).
• There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
• There is a flush on the transfer side.
• Wall mounted rails are available.
• The toilet seat is 48cm (1ft 7in) above floor level.
• There is a sink.
• The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
• The height of the sink is 74cm (2ft 5in).
• The tap type is lever.
• There is a mixer tap.
• There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
• The emergency alarm is fully functional.
• There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.
• There is not a changing bench.
• There is a wheel in shower.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).

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  • The baby change unit in the shower area of this accessible changing room is 94cm high.

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Standard Changing Room (Places Wellness Studio Corridor - Female)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the Places Wellness Studio entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 78m (85yd 11in) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the tennis courts.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located off the corridor.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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• Comments View
  • There is a similar male standard changing room adjacent.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Places Wellness Studio Corridor)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located off the corridor.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the Places Wellness Studio entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Level Change (Indoor Tennis Viewing Area)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located off the Places Wellness Studio corridor.
• There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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Lift (Places Wellness Studio Corridor)

• The lift is located off the corridor.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are Lower Ground to Indoor Tennis Viewing Area.
• The lift is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the Places Wellness Studio entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 139cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of 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.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Other Floors (Main Concourse)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Lift (Main Concourse)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead and to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• The lift is approximately 26m (28yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 118cm x 148cm (3ft 10in x 4ft 10in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of 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.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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• Comments View
  • There are two similar lifts side by side.

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Fitness Suite (First Floor)

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the first floor.
  • The fitness suite is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are double.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The opening is 107cm wide.
• IFI Accredited Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite has attained IFI level two.
  • A number of staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equality Training.
  • IFI accredited equipment is available.
  • For example: recumbent cycle, upper body ergometer, upper body multi-station and small equipment package.
  • IFI equipment includes the SkiErg.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Comments View
  • The height to the card swipe at the entrance is 119cm (photograph 2).

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Fitness Suite (Strength Gym - First Floor)

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the first floor.
  • The fitness suite is 37m (40yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open away from you (push).
  • The doors are double.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The opening is 140cm wide.
• IFI Accredited Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite has attained IFI level two.
  • A number of staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equality Training.
  • IFI accredited equipment is available.
  • For example: upper body multi-station and small equipment package.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Comments View
  • The height to the card swipe at the entrance is 119cm (photograph 2).

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Accessible Changing Room (First Floor)

• There are accessible changing rooms available.
• The accessible changing room is located to the left as you exit the lift.
• The facility is 12m (13yd 4in) from the lift.
• The door opens outwards.
• The width of the door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
• The door is locked by a lever twist.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 270cm x 256cm (8ft 10in x 8ft 5in).
• There is a lateral transfer space.
• As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
• The lateral transfer space is 203cm (6ft 8in).
• There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
• There is a flush on the transfer side.
• Wall mounted rails are available.
• The toilet seat is 48cm (1ft 7in) above floor level.
• There is a sink.
• The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
• The height of the sink is 74cm (2ft 5in).
• The tap type is lever.
• There is a mixer tap.
• There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
• The emergency alarm is fully functional.
• There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.
• There is not a changing bench.
• There is a wheel in shower.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 52cm (1ft 8in).

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• Comments View
  • The shower also has drop down rails.
  • There are lockers to the right as you face this facility (photograph 5).
  • The height to the highest lockers is 100cm.

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Accessible Toilet (First Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 27m (29yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, to the right and ahead as you exit the lift.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 185cm x 245cm (6ft 1in x 8ft).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar accessible toilet adjacent with the transfer space on the right.

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Standard Changing Room (First Floor - Female)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the lift.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the fitness suite.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on the first floor, to the left as you exit the lift.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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• Comments View
  • The height to the swipe card is 119cm (photograph 2).
  • There are standard toilet facilities in the changing room (photographs 9 and 10).
  • There is a male standard changing room adjacent.

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Entrance (Exit - Outdoor Tennis)

• This information is for the entrance located to the left and ahead of reception.

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• Entrance View
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Level Change (Outdoor Tennis Courts)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located beyond the outdoor tennis exit.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 118cm (3ft 10in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located beyond the outdoor tennis exit.
• There is/are 9 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are in the centre of the step(s).
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Outdoor Tennis Courts

• There are 8 outdoor tennis courts available.
• The surface of the courts is artificial grass.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• The assistance dog toilet area is located on the grassy areas around the venue.