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Introduction

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

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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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COVID-19 Information

• For more information about the measures in place for Covid-19 please click here (new tab) .

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Opening Times (Alternate Saturdays: 10:00 - 17:00)

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

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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 the Cattle Market Car Park.
  • The car park is located on Wheatfield Way.
• 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 13yd).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located immediately outside the venue.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Public Car Parks. View
  • Car park website www.kingston.gov.uk.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The photograph shows the Blue Badge parking outside the venue.

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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.
• The bell is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are single width.
• The door opening is 81cm (2ft 8in) wide.

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

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located to the right of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 114cm (3ft 9in).
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 3 step(s) to the area / service.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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• Comments View
  • The ramp overcomes the steps to the entrance.
  • There is an easy permanent slope between the pavement and the steps.

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Outside Access (The Museum)

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

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

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Level Change (Museum)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is easy.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 82cm (2ft 8in).

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the museum steps.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is 2m (6ft 7in) from museum entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 80cm x 88cm (2ft 7in x 2ft 11in).
• The controls for the lift are not within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The controls are wall mounted.
• The lift controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is low.

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Reception

• The reception desk is 7m (22ft 12in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is low height.
• The desk does not have a lowered section.
• Lighting levels are bright.
• 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.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• Lighting levels are bright.
• Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.

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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.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large rollerball mouse and height adjustable table is / are available.
• Other computer auxiliary aids include typing arm rests.
• 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 on MP3 format.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 45m (49yd) from the main entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located in the Kingston Museum.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from the library reception desk.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 137cm x 173cm (4ft 6in x 5ft 8in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 86cm (2ft 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 not a functional emergency alarm available.
  • It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (0ft 4in) from floor).
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
  • 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 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 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 toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located in the Kingston museum.
  • The female and male toilets are 47m (51yd) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.

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Level Change (Accessible and Standard Toilets)

• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located in the museum.
• There is / are 4 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are low.
• The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.
• There is a standard and / or platform lift to access this service.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.