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Introduction

• The library and Kingston museum share the same building with internal access between the two.

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Opening Times

• Monday 10:00 - 18:00.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00.
• Wednesday Closed.
• Thursday 10:00 - 20:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 18:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Sunday Closed.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the borough.
• This venue is situated in Kingston upon Thames.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Kingston.
• The nearest underground station is Wimbledon.
• There is not a tram stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Cattle Market.
  • The car park is located on Wheatfield Way.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 220cm x 1150cm (7ft 3in x 37ft 9in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located in front of the venue on Fairfield Road.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on Fairfield Road.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• There is a bell/buzzer.
• The height of the bell/buzzer is 92cm (3ft).
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The width of the door opening is 81cm (2ft 8in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 79cm (2ft 7in).

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
• 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 114cm (3ft 9in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
• There is/are 3 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).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Accessible software includes JAWS.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large rollerball mouse and height adjustable table is / are available.
• Other computer auxiliary aids include typing armrests.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes Jaws and SupaNova software.

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• Comments View
  • The library also holds a supply of books in MP3 format.

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Outside Access (Internal Museum Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located between the library and the museum.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 78cm (2ft 7in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in).

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Level Change (Internal Museum Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 82cm (2ft 8in).

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Lift (Platform)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located towards the rear of the venue.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the museum entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 150cm x 110cm (4ft 11in x 3ft 7in).
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • This lift overcomes 4 steps with a handrail going up on the right.

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Accessible Toilet (Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 29m (31yd 2ft) from the museum entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the corridor leading to the children's library.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 190cm (5ft 3in x 6ft 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary, non-infectious waste and general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 124cm and 138cm from the floor.
• 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 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 75cm (2ft 6in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • There is a low 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.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 83cm (2ft 9in).

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are not available.

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Level Change (Accessible Toilet)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in the museum section.
• There is/are 4 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are low to moderate.
• 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 the right going up the step(s).
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Additional Info

• Documents are available in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.