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Overview

Parking

  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is a public car park located in Central Bristol, opposite the store.
    • The name of the car park is NCP St James Barton.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.

Entrance (Main Entrance)

  • This entrance is located on floor 0, accessed via The Horsefair.
  • 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 slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 130cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free access via slope as you enter.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.

Entrance (Rear Entrance)

  • This entrance is located between floors 0 and 1, accessed via The Haymarket.
  • 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 slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 125cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is stepped access as you enter.
  • There are 11 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.

Shop Floor (Floor -1)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are under 120cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor throughout this area.
  • Some of the columns in the venue have a reflective finish.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available on this floor includes: benches.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Floor -1)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located on floor -1, towards the rear of the store.
    • The fitting room surveyed is for any gender.
    • The distance from the lifts is 6m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
    • There is pictorial signage for the fitting room.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 87cm.
    • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a locking handle.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 250cm (width) x 195cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There are grab rails and dropdown rails available.
    • The grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There is a seat/stool available.
    • The seat/chair is 45cm from the floor.
    • There is an assistance bell at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 105cm and 166cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Standard Fitting Room (Floor -1)

  • The fitting room surveyed is located on floor -1, towards the rear of the store.
  • The fitting room surveyed is for any gender.
  • The distance from the lifts is 6m.
  • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access and slight ramps or slopes.
  • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
  • The door opens inwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 70cm.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The following is available in the fitting room: a mirror, a coat hook and a bench seat.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Checkouts (Floor -1)

  • The checkout area is located at the rear of the store, behind the escalators.
  • There is step-free level access to the checkout area.
  • The venue has standard checkouts and a designated accessible till point.
  • The designated accessible till point is located on the left side of the standard checkouts.
  • If you need to use a designated accessible till point, please speak to the nearest retail colleague.
  • The designated accessible till point has signage, a knee recess, a portable payment machine and a hearing assistance system.
  • The queue width for the main checkouts is between 120cm and 150cm and the width at each turn is under 150cm.
  • The height of the payment counter is 91cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Self-Service Checkouts. (Floor -1)

  • The self-service checkout area is located at the rear of floor -1, behind the escalators.
  • There is step-free level access to the self-service checkout area.
  • The store has self-service touchscreens for basket shops.
  • Lowered self-service touchscreens are available.
  • Lowered Touchscreens View
    • Lowered self-service touchscreens are available for basket shops.
    • The lowered self-service touch screen surveyed was at the end right of the checkouts.
    • The height of the lowered touchscreen display ranges from 96cm to 119cm from the floor.
    • The lowered touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a Call for Assistance button.
    • The height of the scanner is 86cm.
    • The height of the loading area is 53cm.
    • The height of the packing area is 53cm.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 83cm.
    • The payment machine is moveable.
    • Assistance is available at the lowered self-service touchscreen.
  • Standard Touchscreens View
    • The self-service checkout surveyed was a standard touchscreen.
    • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 126cm to 149cm from the floor.
    • The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a Call for Assistance button.
    • The height of the scanner is 86cm.
    • The height of the loading area is 53cm.
    • The height of the packing area is 53cm.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 110cm.
    • The payment machine is moveable.
    • The receipt reader to exit is at a height of 107cm.
    • The width of the exit barrier opening is 98cm.
    • Assistance is available at the self-serve checkouts.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located towards the rear of the store.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 38m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has a very easy slope.
  • All floors (floor -1, 0 and 1) are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 140cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 170cm (width) x 220cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and a list of floor services/facilities.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

Escalators (Main Bank)

  • The escalators surveyed are located centrally within the store.
  • All floors (floor -1, 0 and 1) are accessed by escalators.
  • The escalator steps are unmarked.
  • The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalators are clearly marked.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Escalators (Rear of Store)

  • The escalators surveyed are located at the rear of the store, adjacent to the Haymarket entrance.
  • Floors 0 and 1 are accessed by escalators.
  • The escalator steps are unmarked.
  • The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalators are clearly marked.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located towards the rear of the store.
  • All floors (floor -1, 0 and 1) can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 20+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Shop Floor (Floor 0)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are under 120cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor throughout this area.
  • Some of the columns in the venue have a reflective finish.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Floor 0)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located on floor 0, in the rear left corner of the store.
    • The fitting room surveyed is female only.
    • The distance from the lifts is 9m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
    • There is pictorial signage for the fitting room.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 87cm.
    • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a locking handle.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 205cm (width) x 262cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There are grab rails and dropdown rails available.
    • The grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There is a seat/stool available.
    • The seat/chair is 45cm from the floor.
    • There is no assistance bell.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 105cm and 166cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Standard Fitting Room (Floor 0)

  • The fitting room surveyed is located on floor 0, in the rear left corner of the store.
  • The fitting room surveyed is female only.
  • The distance from the lifts is 9m.
  • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
  • The door opens inwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 70cm.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The following is available in the fitting room: a mirror, a coat hook and a bench seat.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Checkouts (Floor 0)

  • The checkout area is located on Floor 0, to the right of the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to the checkout area.
  • The venue has standard checkouts and a designated accessible till point.
  • The designated accessible till point is located on the end right of the standard checkouts.
  • If you need to use a designated accessible till point, please speak to the nearest retail colleague.
  • The designated accessible till point has signage, a knee recess, a portable payment machine and a hearing assistance system.
  • The queue width for the main checkouts is between 120cm and 150cm and the width at each turn is under 150cm.
  • The height of the payment counter is 91cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Self-Service Checkouts. (Floor 0)

  • The self-service checkout area is located to the right rear of the main entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to the self-service checkout area.
  • The store has self-service touchscreens for basket shops.
  • Lowered self-service touchscreens are available.
  • Lowered Touchscreens View
    • Lowered self-service touchscreens are available for basket shops.
    • The lowered self-service touch screen surveyed was the stand alone touchscreen at the end of the checkouts.
    • The height of the lowered touchscreen display ranges from 96cm to 119cm from the floor.
    • The lowered touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a Call for Assistance button.
    • The height of the scanner is 86cm.
    • The height of the loading area is 53cm.
    • The height of the packing area is 53cm.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 83cm.
    • The payment machine is moveable.
    • Assistance is available at the lowered self-service touchscreen.
  • Standard Touchscreens View
    • The self-service checkout surveyed was a standard touchscreen.
    • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 126cm to 149cm from the floor.
    • The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a Call for Assistance button.
    • The height of the scanner is 86cm.
    • The height of the loading area is 53cm.
    • The height of the packing area is 53cm.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 110cm.
    • The payment machine is moveable.
    • The receipt reader to exit is at a height of 107cm.
    • The width of the exit barrier opening is 98cm.
    • Assistance is available at the self-serve checkouts.

Shop Floor (Floor 1)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are under 120cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor throughout this area.
  • Some of the columns in the venue have a reflective finish.
  • There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
  • Signage is provided.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available on this floor includes: stools.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Floor 1)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located on floor 1, adjacent to the lifts.
    • The fitting room surveyed is for any gender.
    • The distance from the lifts is 9m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
    • There is pictorial signage for the fitting room.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 87cm.
    • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a locking handle.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 253cm (width) x 208cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There are grab rails and dropdown rails available.
    • The grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There is a seat/stool available.
    • The seat/chair is 45cm from the floor.
    • There is no assistance bell.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Standard Fitting Room (Floor 1)

  • The fitting room surveyed is located on floor 1, adjacent to the lifts.
  • The fitting room surveyed is for any gender.
  • The distance from the lifts is 9m.
  • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
  • The door opens inwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 70cm.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The following is available in the fitting room: a mirror, a coat hook and a bench seat.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Self-Service Checkouts. (Floor 1)

  • The self-service checkout area is located centrally on the right of the store, next to the escalators.
  • There is step-free level access to the self-service checkout area.
  • The store has self-service touchscreens for basket shops.
  • Lowered self-service touchscreens are available.
  • Lowered Touchscreens View
    • Lowered self-service touchscreens are available for basket shops.
    • The lowered self-service touch screen surveyed was the last checkout on the right.
    • The height of the lowered touchscreen display ranges from 114cm to 137cm from the floor.
    • The lowered touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a Call for Assistance button.
    • The height of the scanner is 82cm.
    • The height of the loading area is 75cm.
    • The height of the packing area is 75cm.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 83cm.
    • The payment machine is moveable.
    • Assistance is available at the lowered self-service touchscreen.
  • Standard Touchscreens View
    • The self-service checkout surveyed was a standard touchscreen.
    • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 126cm to 149cm from the floor.
    • The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a Call for Assistance button.
    • The height of the scanner is 94cm.
    • The height of the loading area is 91cm.
    • The height of the packing area is 53cm.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 95cm.
    • The payment machine is moveable.
    • The receipt reader to exit is at a height of 107cm.
    • The width of the exit barrier opening is 98cm.
    • Assistance is available at the self-serve checkouts.

Food and Drink (Tasty by GREGGS - Floor 1)

  • Restaurant Bar Café 1 View
    • tasty by GREGGS is located on floor 1, next to the fitting rooms.
    • 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 open plan access.
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • There is a service counter.
    • The surface height is 92cm.
    • Menu types include: wall-mounted (digital) and countertop.
    • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
    • There is some 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 and patterned.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and benches.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and booths.
    • Some tables are fixed.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.