Access Guide
Introduction
- Services / facilities within the building include Observatory Planetarium Museum Café Shop.
Location
- There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
- The nearest National Rail station is Greenwich.
- The nearest underground station is North Greenwich.
- The nearest DLR station is Greenwich.
Opening Times
- Monday 10:00 - 17:00.
- Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00.
- Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00.
- Thursday 10:00 - 17:00.
- Friday 10:00 - 17:00.
- Saturday 10:00 - 17:00.
- Sunday 10:00 - 17:00.
Parking
- The venue does not have its own car park.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
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On Street Blue Badge Parking
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- On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
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On Street Standard Parking
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- Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
- The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 235cm x 350cm (7ft 9in x 11ft 6in).
- Standard marked parking bays are located outside the venue on Blackheath Avenue.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
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Comments
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- At the time of the survey (January 2024) there are currently no blue badge bays available near the venue due to extensive works to the surrounding roads, 5 bays have been allocated as temporary blue badge parking spaces on Great Cross Avenue. There is a sign requesting that these spaces are kept free for blue badge parking.
Access Point (Entrance Gate)
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Access Point
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- This information is for the access point located on Blackheath Avenue.
- There is an information board/map at this access point.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
- There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
- The gate is permanently held open.
- The width of the gap is 155cm.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located directly after the entrance gate.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
Outside Access (Ticket Office Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the Meridian building.
- There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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 double width.
- The width of the door opening is 87cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located to the left of the entrance.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance door.
- There is/are 5 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
- 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.
Reception (Ticket Office)
- The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the ticket office entrance.
- There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
- The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 30/01/2024.
- The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
Outside Access (Exit from Ticket Office to Meridian Courtyard)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located to the right of the ticket office.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 74cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Comments
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- There are bollards directly before the exit with a width of 104cm.
Outside Access (Meridian Building)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 110cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located to the right of the entrance doors.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 115cm (3ft 9in).
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located to the right of the entrance doors.
- There is/are 2 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are not easy to grip.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
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Comments
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- There is a slight ramp at the threshold to the entrance.
Inside Access (Meridian Building)
- There is level access to the service(s).
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- This venue does not play background music.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Comments
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- There are narrow walkways in the ground floor of the building with a width of 74cm which may prevent some visitors from accessing some exhibits and the shop.
- Mobility scooters may be too large for access and visitors are requested to ask a member of staff on duty for assistance.
- The shop can be accessed via an external door at the front of the building on Prime Meridian Walk.
- There are narrow walkways in the ground floor of the building with a width of 74cm which may prevent some visitors from accessing some exhibits and the shop.
Other Floors (Meridian Building)
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The steps are not clearly marked.
- The steps are deep (18cm+).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- There is a landing.
- The lighting levels are low to moderate.
Other Floors (Great Equatorial Telescope)
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The steps are not clearly marked.
- The steps are deep (18cm+).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
- There is not a landing.
- The lighting levels are low to moderate.
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Comments
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- There is a similar spiral staircase to exit the Great Equatorial Telescope on the second floor, which brings visitors down to ground level.
Level Change (Great Equatorial Telescope)
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located on the pathway leading to the Great Equatorial Telescope entrance.
- There is/are 2 step(s) to the area/service.
- There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up the step(s).
Outside Access (Great Equatorial Telescope)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located outside the Great Equatorial Telescope on floor 2.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
- The width of the door opening is 55cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located directly beyond the entrance doors.
- There is/are 2 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 20cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are low to moderate.
Museum
- Exhibits can be audio described.
- Tactile signage for exhibits is not available.
- Braille signage for exhibits is not available.
- Touch tours are not available.
- Video tours are available.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Concessions are available.
- There is a wheelchair to borrow.
- To borrow the wheelchair, please speak to a member of staff at reception. Booking in advance is recommended by emailing [email protected].
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Comments
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- Visitors who download the Smartify app can scan the QR code at the Royal Observatory to gain access to a tour with British Sign Language. Information about the tour can be found here:https://app.smartify.org/en-GB/tours/british-sign-language-tour-at-the-royal-observatory?tourLanguage=en-GB.
Shop (Meridian Shop)
- There is a manual door which is permanently held open and has a low colour contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 75cm.
- The majority of aisle widths are not 150cm+.
- Some flooring in the shop is smooth and even.
- Where the flooring is not smooth or even, it is due to carpet.
- There is step-free level access to the till(s).
- The height of the counter is 98cm.
- There is not a low level till at the recommended height for seated users (between 76cm - 86cm).
- The till has a clearly signed hearing assistance system.
- Services/facilities available in the shop include: a portable card machine for payment and a member of staff to provide assistance.
- There is no (or very little) background noise here.
- Lighting levels are good in the shop.
Outside Access (Flamsteed House)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance door.
- There is/are 4 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 21cm.
- 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 not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are not easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
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Comments
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- These steps can be overcome by using the lift at the rear of Flamsteed House.
Inside Access (Flamsteed House)
- There is level access to the service(s).
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- This venue does not play background music.
- Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Comments
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- Mobility scooters may be too large for lift access and visitors are requested to ask a member of staff on duty for assistance.
Other Floors (Flamsteed House Octagon Room)
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The steps are not clearly marked.
- The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
- There is a landing.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Comments
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- There are similar unmarked steps with handrails on both sides to return to ground level.
Other Floors (Flamsteed House Time and Greenwich Gallery)
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G.
- 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 low to moderate.
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Comments
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- The stairs are used to access the Time and Greenwich Gallery on the lower Ground floor.
Other Floors (Flamsteed House Time and Greenwich Gallery Exit)
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G.
- There are 15 steps between floors.
- The steps are not 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 good.
Lift (Flamsteed House)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located at the rear of Flamsteed House.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1.
- Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
- The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the ticket office entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 114cm x 140cm (3ft 9in x 4ft 7in).
- 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 have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The lift controls are at a height of 80cm.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting level in the lift is good.
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Comments
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- The Octagon Room on the first floor is not accessible by this lift.
Outside Access (Camera Obscura)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located to the right of Flamsteed House.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance door.
- There is/are 1 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
Level Change (Approach to South Building)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located on the approach to the South Building.
- The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
Outside Access (South Building Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 129cm.
- 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 165cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
Outside Access (South Building Gagarin Terrace Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the south building.
- There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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 double width.
- The width of the door opening is 128cm.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located to the right of the entrance.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 137cm (4ft 6in).
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located to the left of the entrance.
- There is/are 2 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
- 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
Inside Access (South Building)
- There is level access to the service(s).
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- This venue does not play background music.
- Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
- The lighting levels are varied.
Reception (Ticket Office Planetarium)
- The desk/counter is 50m (54yd 2ft) from the lift.
- There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
- Level access to the desk/counter is via lift.
- The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
- The lighting levels are low to moderate.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 30/01/2024.
- The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
Level Change (Planetarium)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located in the corridor leading to the Planetarium.
- The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is not 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 103cm (3ft 5in).
Theatre (Planetarium)
- There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
- Designated seating is located in at the front row, far left and far right and back row far left and far right.
- Wheelchairs are left with you.
- A companion may sit with you.
- It is 40m (43yd 2ft) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The hearing assistance system is a fixed loop.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
- The rows suitable for hearing assistance systems are at the back on the right.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 30/01/2024.
- The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
- There is a wheelchair to borrow.
- To borrow a wheelchair, please speak to a member of staff at reception. Booking in advance is recommended by emailing [email protected].
- Concessions are available.
- Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.
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Comments
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- Wheelchair spaces at the Planetarium are limited and pre-booking is recommended.
Other Floors (South Building)
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are -1, 0, 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 low to moderate.
Lift (South Building)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located directly beyond the entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are -1, 0, 1.
- Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
- The lift is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 186cm x 100cm (6ft 1in x 3ft 3in).
- 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 not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting level in the lift is low to moderate.
Eating and Drinking (Astronomy Cafe)
- The following information is for the café.
- The café is located on the lower ground floor of the south building.
- The bar does serve food.
- 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.
- No chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the café entrance.
- The standard height for tables is 73cm.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- 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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Comments
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- The lowered section of the counter is 81cm high.
Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the ticket office exit.
- This accessible toilet is located on the right as you exit the ticket office.
- There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 76cm (2ft 6in).
- The door is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 243cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 12in).
- 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 67cm (2ft 2in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- The tap type is push.
- There is not 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 clinical waste disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 113cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
- There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
- The shelf is at a height of 50cm.
- The shelf is located where it is reachable.
- 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 47cm (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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 80cm (2ft 7in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
- There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
- There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
- There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Baby Change Facilities
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- Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
- Baby change facilities are located on the left as you enter the accessible toilet.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 104cm (3ft 5in).
Ramp or Slope and Steps (Accessible Toilet)
- There is a ramp with a slight gradient.
- The ramp does not have handrails.
Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the lift.
- This accessible toilet is located on the lower ground floor of the south building.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
- This is by lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- The door opens by sliding.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The door is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 145cm x 220cm (4ft 9in 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 77cm (2ft 6in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush, however it is not 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 clinical waste and open waste paper bin disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 105cm (3ft 5in).
- 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).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- There is a low colour contrast between the external door and wall.
- There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- There is a medium colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
- There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
- There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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Baby Change Facilities
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- Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
- Baby change facilities are located on the left as you enter the accessible toilet.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).
Standard Toilet(s) (Flamsteed House)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in front of Flamsteed House on the lower ground floor.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Flamsteed House.
- Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
- Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
Level Change (Standard Toilets Flamsteed House)
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located either side of Flamsteed House entrance.
- There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
- There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
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Comments
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- The steps to the left have a handrail on the left going up.
- The steps to the right have a handrail on the right going up.
- There is a further set of marked steps with handrails on both sides to enter the toilets.
- The steps to the left have a handrail on the left going up.
Standard Toilet(s) (South Building)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the South Building.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the lift.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
- This is by lift.
- Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are good.
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.
- A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.