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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include library services, library and council enquiries desks, community information and public consultation area, quiet study area, computers with accessible software and a café.

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Opening Times

• Monday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Tuesday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Wednesday 12:30 - 17:30.
• Thursday 11:00 - 19:00.
• Friday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Saturday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday 11:00 - 14:00.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Maidenhead.

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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 Grove Road Car Park.
  • The car park is located on Grove Road.
  • 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.
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located on St Ives Road, directly outside the library.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on St Ives Road, directly outside the library.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The on-street Blue Badge parking bays are 198cm wide.
  • The on-street standard parking bays are 198cm wide.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off the pedestrian area next to St Ives Road.
  • 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 permanently held open.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 136cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 136cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located on the right hand side when facing the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • 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 136cm (4ft 6in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located on the right hand side when facing the entrance.
  • There is/are 3 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 20cm.
  • 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• Comments View
  • There is a ramp with a steep incline immediately before the steps.
    
  • The ramp does not have handrails and the surface is uneven.
    
  • There are security barriers after the second set of doors with a width of 103cm.

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Outside Access (St Ives Road Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the centre of the building, off St Ives Road.
  • There is 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 permanently held open.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 148cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 146cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 4 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• Comments View
  • There are security barriers after the second set of doors with a width separation of 96cm.

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Counter (Library and Council Enquiries)

• The counter is 28m (30yd 1ft) from the entrance.
• There is level access to the counter from the entrance.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• The height of the counter is 96cm (3ft 2in).
• There is not a lowered section.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • There is a similar counter on the first floor.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the café.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • There is a variety of seating available including chairs with and without armrests, sofas, high stools and bean bags.
    
  • There are tables with undersides at a height of 69cm to 85cm above the floor, and high tables with a surface height of 109cm - 111cm above the floor.
    
  • There are coffee tables with a surface height of 40cm to 45cm above the floor.
    
  • There is a children's library area with low seats without armrests, and tables with undersides at a height of 68cm above the floor.
    
  • There are low tables with a surface height of 52cm above the floor.
    
  • There is ample space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.

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Library

• This library does 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 not available for computer users.

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• Comments View
  • There are borrow and return terminals next to the council enquiries counters on the ground and first floors.
  • The scanning bed is 77cm above the floor.
  • The touch screen controls are 104cm - 126cm above the floor.
  • The payment controls are 107cm - 128cm above the floor.
  • There is a book deposit letterbox 85cm above the floor.
  • There are numerous other borrow and return terminals on the ground floor.

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Eating and Drinking (Rio Deli)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located on the right after 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 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 74cm (2ft 5in).
• 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 View
  • There is an outside seating area with a 13cm high step from the café.
  • The outside seating area may also be accessed from outside, to the right of the main entrance.

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Opening Times (Rio Deli)

• Monday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Sunday 10:00 - 17:00.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located towards the centre of the building, on the left from the main entrance, next to the stairs.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 77cm (2ft 6in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 108cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• 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 good.

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Other Floors

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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.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • The first flight of steps has a handrail on the left hand side going up.
  • The second flight of steps has a handrail on the right hand side going up.
  • There are 2 similar staircases within the building.
  • The second flight of steps of the stairs nearest the main entrance has a handrail on both sides.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Nicholson Room - Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, to the right from the lift and on the right before the entrance to the Nicholson Room.
  • 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 by sliding (Bi-Fold).
  • 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 178cm x 271cm (5ft 10in x 8ft 11in).
  • 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 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • 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 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 and general domestic 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 not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • 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
  • There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilet acts as standard toilet facility.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Walker Room - Left Hand Transfer)

• 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 26m (28yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, right out of the lift past the Amazon lockers, then on the right, before the entrance to the Walker Room.
  • 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 by sliding (Bi-Fold).
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 170cm x 168cm (5ft 7in x 5ft 6in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 103cm (3ft 5in).
  • 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 not an emergency alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general domestic 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 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 132cm (4ft 4in).
  • 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
  • There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • 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 76cm (2ft 6in).
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilet acts as standard toilet facility.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are not available.
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilets both act as standard toilet facilities.

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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.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service cannot be requested.
• Home visits / services are available.

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