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Overview

  • About View
    • Hollandbush Golf Club is a scenic 18-hole parkland and moorland golf course located in rural South Lanarkshire, Scotland, right off the M74 motorway.
    • Facilities available in the venue include: club shop, bar, lounge and function room, changing areas, showers, standard and accessible toilets and 18 hole golf course.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free access via a slight ramp at the most accessible entrance.
    • The most accessible entrance is the main entrance.
    • There is 1 other entrance.
    • There is step-free access via slope at the other entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes or ramps: main entrance and decking area.
    • There are no doors along circulation routes.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • Seating is available.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: mobility scooter charging facilities.
    • Additional equipment which can be borrowed or hired includes: motorised golf cart.
    • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
    • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
    • Staff receive the following training: Disability and Inclusion Training.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
    • The toilet with adaptations is located in The Clubhouse.
    • The toilet with adaptations has a left hand transfer space.
    • Female and male standard toilet facilities with stepped access are located in The Clubhouse.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Standard changing facilities are located through the Main Hall, and in the external visitor changing area.
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the toilet with adaptions.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located next to the toilet with adaptations in The Clubhouse.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the side of the venue.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac and loose chippings.
    • There are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are signposted but have no markings.
    • The nearest designated bay is 50m from The Clubhouse entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight ramp.
    • The shop is located before The Clubhouse entrance on the right hand side.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors only.
    • 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.

The Club Shop

  • Access to the Shop View
    • There is step-free access via ramp into the shop.
    • The ramp has a slight gradient.
    • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide.
    • There are no handrails for the ramp .
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens towards you.
    • The width of the opening is 89cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The door has a medium colour contrast.
  • Shop View
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • There may be background noise.
    • Seating available for customers includes: chairs without armrests.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Payment Counters and Checkouts View
    • The payment counter is located to the right side, after entering.
    • Signage is not provided for the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 92cm.
    • 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 payment machine is portable.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

The Clubhouse Main Entrance

  • This entrance is located beyond the entrance to The Club Shop.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 131cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.

The Lounge

  • Location and Access View
    • The lounge is located ahead, after entering.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The width of the opening is 82cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Order and Payment View
    • This area has a bar where food and drink can be ordered.
    • The bar was surveyed.
    • There is step-free level access to the bar.
    • The height of the bar is 112cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the bar.
    • The payment machine is portable.
  • Service View
    • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menu types include: handheld.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • 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 medium colour contrast.
    • Some flooring is patterned.
    • 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 not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There may be background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • There is access to the patio seating area from this room.
    • There are double patio doors with a small step to get outside.
    • A portable ramp is available if required.

Patio Seating Area

  • Location and Access View
    • The patio is located to the rear of the venue, accessible from the lounge or the outside spaces.
    • The most accessible route has a slight portable ramp.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free access via a portable ramp to this area.
    • The ramp has a slight gradient.
    • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide.
    • There is a fixed ramp to access this area from the outside spaces and rear entrance.
    • There are double manual doors.
    • The doors open away from you.
    • The width of the opening is 135cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is uncovered.
    • 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.
    • Seating available in this area includes: benches.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: picnic tables.
    • There may be background noise in this area.

The Main Hall

  • Location and Access View
    • This room is located to the right side, after entering.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens towards you.
    • The width of the opening is 83cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Order and Payment View
    • This area has a bar where food and drink can be ordered.
    • The bar was surveyed.
    • The bar is located to the centre of the room.
    • There is step-free level access to the bar.
    • The height of the bar is 112cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the bar.
    • The payment machine is portable.
  • Service View
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menu types include: handheld.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of the seating area.
    • There is stepped access to the raised area at the back.
    • 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 colour contrast varies between low and high.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • 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 not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There may be background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • The layout of this room may change depending on the event.

Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located in the central corridor of The Clubhouse.
    • The distance from The Clubhouse entrance is 30m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • There is no door.
    • The width of the opening is 98cm.
    • 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 medium colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 168cm (width) x 207cm (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.
    • The lateral transfer space is 100cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low 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 128cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a low colour contrast.
    • There is a wash basin mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser is 84cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 108cm 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 nappy/incontinence items bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 94cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Male Changing Area

  • Changing Area View
    • The male changing area was surveyed.
    • The changing area surveyed is located in the central corridor of The Clubhouse.
    • The distance from The Clubhouse entrance is 30m.
    • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The width of the opening is 89cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • Facilities in this area include: a changing bench and lockers.
    • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.

Female Changing Area

  • Changing Area View
    • The female changing area was surveyed.
    • The changing area surveyed is located in the central corridor of The Clubhouse.
    • The distance from The Clubhouse entrance is 35m.
    • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The width of the opening is 89cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • Facilities in this area include: toilets, a changing bench and lockers.
    • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are not available.
    • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a soap dispenser.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.

External Visitor Changing Area

  • Changing Area View
    • The shared changing area was surveyed.
    • The changing area surveyed is located externally, opposite the main entrance.
    • The distance from the entrance is 25m.
    • The most accessible route to the changing area has very easy slopes.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
    • There is one step into the changing area.
    • There are no handrails for the step.
    • The step is unmarked.
    • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step is 10cm.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The width of the opening is 72cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • Facilities in this area include: toilets, a changing bench and lockers.
    • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are not available.
    • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.

Access To (Outside Areas, Putting Green and Golf Course)

  • This entrance gives access to the outside areas, putting green and golf course.
  • The distance from this entrance to the first tee is 35m.
  • The most accessible route has step-free access via a slope.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • There is no signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 166cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.

Outdoor Spaces, Putting Green and Golf Course

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: open countryside, walkways, grounds and a golf course.
    • Additional facilities in this area include: a putting green.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are unsurfaced paths/trails throughout.
    • Path or trail surfaces consist of: grass, compact gravel and compact earth.
    • 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.
    • There are not any 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: some areas of the golf course.