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RSPB Dearne Valley - Old Moor - Visitor Centre and Facilities

Old Moor Lane, Wombwell, Bolton upon Dearne, Barnsley, S73 0YF

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Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located in the toilet block next to the visitor centre and shop.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located in the toilet block next to the visitor centre and shop.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located in the cafe, accessible by platform lift.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the toilet block next to the visitor centre and shop, and in the cafe.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located ahead of the entrance to the visitor centre.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • The height of the restriction barrier is 220cm.
    • There are 6 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 560cm (depth).
    • There are no hatched/marked zones.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Visitor Centre and Shop

  • Access to the Shop View
    • There is step-free access via a very easy slope into the shop.
    • There are double manual doors.
    • The doors are permanently held open.
    • The width of the opening is 158cm.
    • The doors have a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a second set of double automatic doors.
    • The doors open by sliding.
    • The width of the opening is 160cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The doors have a medium colour contrast.
    • The door height at the entrance is 180cm.
  • Shop View
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • The majority of main aisle widths are under 120cm.
    • Some aisles did have obstructions at the time of the survey, these included: product bins and product displays.
    • There is background noise which varies depending on the time of day.
    • There is wayfinding signage.
    • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
    • Seating available for customers includes: chairs with armrests.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • Payment Counters and Checkouts View
    • The payment counter is located to the left after entering.
    • Signage is provided for the counter.
    • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
    • The height of the counter is 96cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 96cm.
    • The payment machine is portable.
    • There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • There is also a welcome payment counter which was surveyed.
    • The payment counter is located ahead after entering.
    • Signage is provided for the counter.
    • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
    • The height of the counter is 90cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Courtyard Seating Area

  • Location and Access View
    • The courtyard seating area is located before the entrance to the visitor centre and shop.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free access via a very easy slope to this area.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is partially covered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of the seating area.
    • There is step-free access by slope to the outer sides 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: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and benches.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.

Activity Zone and Book Recycling

  • The room is located to the left side of the courtyard when facing the visitor centre.
  • The distance from the visitor centre and shop is 10m.
  • 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 access via a slope into the room.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a medium colour contrast.
  • The locked leaf may be held open depending on the weather.
  • 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.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: tables and desks.
  • None of the tables and desks are fixed.
  • The surface height of some of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm and a television with subtitles.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Platform Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the left after entering the visitor centre.
  • The distance from entrance is 5m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • This lift is an enclosed platform lift.
  • Enclosed Platform Lift View
    • The cafe on the upper level can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift door has a low colour contrast.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
    • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
    • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 87cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 95cm (width) x 145cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a medium colour contrast.
    • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
    • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Cafe

  • Location and Access View
    • The cafe is located on the first floor, above the cafe.
    • The most accessible route has a platform lift.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access via lift into this area.
    • The lift bypasses steps.
    • There are 16 steps into this area.
    • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
    • The handrails are easy to grip.
    • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm-45cm.
    • There is open plan access.
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 91cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 91cm.
    • The payment machine is at a fixed height.
    • The height of the tray rail is 85cm.
  • Service View
    • This area also has colleagues who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus types include: wall-mounted, menu boards and handheld.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: dairy free, lactose free, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
    • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout 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.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • There is an external seating area overlooking the reserve.
    • There is a single manual door leading to this seating area.
    • The door opens outwards, with an opening width of 107cm.
    • There are outdoor tables and outdoor seats with and without armrests in this area.
    • The rear staircase is not in use.

Exit to the Reserve

  • The exit area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the exit.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 160cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a medium colour contrast.
  • The door height at the exit is 180cm.

Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located in the toilet block next to the visitor centre and shop .
    • The distance from the visitor centre and shop is 12m.
  • Route View
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • The height at the outer door entrance is 176cm.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 86cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 142cm (width) x 190cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 83cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 45cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a medium colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 100cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has lever taps.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 75cm from the floor.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the left side of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a medium colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 105cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 105cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 95cm from the floor.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 174cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer and Changing Bench)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located in the toilet block next to the Visitor Centre and Shop .
    • The distance from the in the toilet block next to the Visitor Centre and Shop is 10m.
  • Route View
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 87cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a low colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 264cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the right as you face the toilet.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the left as you face the toilet.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the right as you face the toilet.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the right as you face the toilet.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 100cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has lever taps.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 75cm from the floor.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the right side of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a medium colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 105cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser has a medium colour contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 95cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 95cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin, a sanitary bin and a clinical waste bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 133cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There is a changing bench and overhead hoist in this facility.
    • The changing bench is wall mounted and adjustable.
    • The length of the changing bench is 170cm.
    • The overhead hoist reaches all parts of the room.
    • There is a portable seating raiser attached to the wall for visitor use.
    • Although there is space to the right side of the toilet, this is not classed as a transfer space due to the wall.

Outdoor Playground

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: a playground, a grassed play area and open countryside.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are unsurfaced paths/trails throughout.
    • Path or trail surfaces consist of: grass, compact earth and uncompacted earth (muddy).
    • The majority of the unsurfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • 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: some trail 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, climbing, balancing, crawling, viewing, sensory (visual, audible, or tactile) 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.