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RSPB Conwy - Outdoor Spaces, Trails and Hides

Llandudno Junction, North Wales Expressway, Conwy, LL31 9XZ

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Blue Tit Trail, Boardwalk Viewpoint and Garden Bird Viewpoint

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: woodland and walkways.
    • Additional facilities in this area include: hides and viewpoints.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are unsurfaced paths/trails throughout.
    • Path or trail surfaces consist of: compact earth and shingle .
    • The majority of the unsurfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • There is wayfinding signage in this area.
    • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • The trail is comprised of rolled slate and flat wooden boardwalk.
    • The boardwalk includes two passing places and access to the Boardwalk Viewpoint is narrower than the rest of the trail.
    • Depending on the weather there may be mud on this trail.

The Lookout

  • The room is located off the central seating area, adjacent to the toilets.
  • The distance from the toilets is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Announcements are in person.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Redshank Trail

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: woodland, open countryside and walkways.
    • Additional facilities in this area include: hides and viewpoints.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are unsurfaced paths/trails throughout.
    • Path or trail surfaces consist of: compact earth and shingle .
    • The majority of the unsurfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • There is wayfinding signage in this area.
    • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • This is a flat trail with a rolled slate surface.
    • The wooden bridge has anti-slip properties.
    • There are two gates with open access.
    • There is enough space for two wheelchairs to pass except for the short stretch next to the bridge.

Tal-y-Fan Hide

  • The room is located on the Redshank Trail, overlooking the shallow and deep lagoons.
  • The distance from the visitor hub is 340m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has slight slopes.
  • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a second, single manual door.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • The second door is to access the right hand hide.
  • There is a viewing point between the two hides.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests, benches and stools.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Carneddau Hide

  • The room is located on the Redshank Trail, overlooking the deep lagoon.
  • The distance from the visitor hub is 580m.
  • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 82cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Ganol Trail and Deep Lagoon Viewpoints

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: parkland, open countryside and walkways.
    • Additional facilities in this area include: viewpoints.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are unsurfaced paths/trails throughout.
    • Path or trail surfaces consist of: grass, compact earth and loose stones.
    • The majority of the unsurfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • There is wayfinding signage in this area.
    • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is not step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the trail and access to the Vardre viewpoint.
    • The undulating earth/ grass surface isn’t recommended for prams and wheelchairs.
    • The track to the Vardre viewpoint is compacted slate and has a slight slope.

Grey Heron Trail and Deep Lagoon Viewpoints

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: parkland, open countryside and walkways.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are unsurfaced paths/trails throughout.
    • Path or trail surfaces consist of: grass, gravel and uncompacted earth (muddy).
    • The majority of the unsurfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Paths or trails have some sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces and gates.
    • There is wayfinding signage in this area.
    • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: exit from the reserve to the car park.
    • This unsurfaced trail can be muddy and uneven and there may be puddles.
    • Most of the trail is flat, but there is a slight slope with gravel as you exit the reserve and return to the car park.
    • There’s a one-way turnstile and gate to exit the Grey Heron Trail.
    • Visitors should ask for the access code at the visitor hub before setting off.
    • The gate has an opening width of 100cm.
    • The keypad to enter the access code on the gate is at a height of 110cm.

Benarth Hide

  • The room is located on the Grey Heron Trail, overlooking the shallow and deep lagoons.
  • The distance from the turnstile entrance is 450m.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 74cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: benches and stools.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Outdoor Seating and Picnic Area

  • Location and Access View
    • There is outdoor seating after exiting the shop.
    • The most accessible route has slight ramps.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
    • There is step-free level access to this area.
    • There is an opening without doors.
    • The width of the opening is more than 200cm.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is uncovered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of the seating area.
    • There is 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.
    • Seating available in this area includes: benches.
    • Seating is fixed.
    • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
    • There are picnic benches, some with cutaways for wheelchair users.

Outdoor Play Area

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: a playground and walkways.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are surfaced footpaths throughout.
    • Surfaced footpaths consist of: concrete, tarmac and block paving.
    • The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces and building works.
    • There is wayfinding signage in this area.
    • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: some raised activity areas.
  • Playground View
    • Some of the play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
    • The following play experiences are available: swinging, sliding, rocking, rotating, climbing, balancing, crawling and social play (e.g. water or sand pits, talk tubes, hopscotch, roundabouts, see-saws).
    • Routes around the play equipment are firm and even.
    • The majority of routes around the play equipment are at least 150cm wide.