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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the beach leisure swimming pool with water slides and wave machine, main rock swimming pool, Fitness Unlimited Gym, a health suite, multi-sports hall, the Beach Café, café/bar and a training room.

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  • The venue is Dementia friendly and can provide a safe space.

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Location

• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Sheffield.
• There is not a tram stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Opening Times (Fitness Suite)

• Monday 05:30 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 05:30 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 05:30 - 22:00.
• Thursday 05:30 - 22:00.
• Friday 05:30 - 22:00.
• Saturday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday 08:00 - 16:00.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located at the front and side of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • There is/are 7 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 380cm x 500cm (12ft 6in x 16ft 5in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The car park surface is tarmac and block paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
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  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 175cm (5ft 9in).

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Reception (Main Reception)

• The desk/counter is 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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  • The lowered section of desk is 80cm high.
  • There is a cash machine in the reception area.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played throughout the leisure centre.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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  • Photographs 8, 9 and 10 show the first floor viewing galleries for the main rock pool and the sports hall.
  • Both galleries have medium clearly marked steps.
  • The number of steps vary in each gallery between 5-10.
  • The steps have handrails either on the left, right or centre.
  • Both these areas have flip down seats.

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Swimming Pool (Main Rock Pool)

• There is not level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is not a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• There are not steps into the swimming pool.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.

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  • There is a slight slope leading from the changing room to this pool.
  • The pool has a rising floor that enables the pool to be at different depths for different occasions.

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Swimming Pool (Beach Leisure Pool)

• There is not level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is not a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• There are not steps into the swimming pool.
• There is not a ladder type entrance into the water.

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  • There are 3 clearly marked medium steps leading to the children's spa pool.
  • The steps have handrails on both sides.

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Level Change (Wet Side Changing Village)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the left as you enter the swimming pool area.
• The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 119cm (3ft 11in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the left as you enter the swimming pool area.
• There is/are 4 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up the step(s).
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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  • The handrail does not cover all of the steps.

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Accessible Changing Room (foodetc. Beach Cafe Changing Room)

• There are accessible changing rooms available.
• The accessible changing room is located to the right as you enter the swimming pool area.
• The facility is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The door opens outwards.
• The width of the door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
• The door is locked by a lever twist.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 560cm x 188cm (18ft 4in x 6ft 2in).
• There is a lateral transfer space.
• As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
• The lateral transfer space is 290cm (9ft 6in).
• There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
• There is a flush on the transfer side.
• Wall mounted rails are available.
• The toilet seat is 48cm (1ft 7in) above floor level.
• There is a sink.
• The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
• The height of the sink is 74cm (2ft 5in).
• The tap type is lever.
• There is a mixer tap.
• There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
• The emergency alarm is fully functional.
• The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
• There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.
• There is not a changing bench.
• There is a wheel in shower.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are handrails, a shower chair and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 49cm (1ft 7in).

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  • The shower also has drop down rails.
  • The height of the baby changing facilities in this room is 94cm.

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Accessible Changing Room (Wet Side Changing Village)

• There are accessible changing rooms available.
• The accessible changing room is located in the changing village.
• The facility is 60m (65yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The door opens outwards.
• The width of the door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
• The door is locked by a twist lock.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 220cm x 204cm (7ft 3in x 6ft 8in).
• There is a lateral transfer space.
• As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
• The lateral transfer space is 150cm (4ft 11in).
• There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
• There is not a flush on the transfer side.
• Wall mounted rails are available.
• The toilet seat is 48cm (1ft 7in) above floor level.
• There is a sink.
• The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
• The height of the sink is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• The tap type is lever.
• There is a mixer tap.
• There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
• The emergency alarm is fully functional.
• The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
• There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.
• There is not a changing bench.
• There is a wheel in shower.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are handrails, a shower chair and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 49cm (1ft 7in).

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  • The shower also has a drop down rail.

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Standard Changing Room (Wet Side Changing Village - Unisex)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 38m (41yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the pool.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located to the left as you enter the swimming pool area.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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  • The height of the lowest locker is 45cm, the highest is 165cm.
  • There are separate communal female and male changing rooms within the changing village (photograph 4 and 5).
  • The floor is uneven in this area.
  • The height of the baby change in these rooms is 90cm.
  • The height of the baby seat is 99cm.
  • There are individual and family changing cubicles (photographs 6 and 7).
  • The baby change in the family cubicles is 70cm high.
  • Photograph 10 shows the gate leading from the changing village to the pool.
  • The gate is 100cm wide, light and opens away from you (push).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Wet Side Changing Village)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located at the rear right of the changing village.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • The height of the lowered sink is 72cm.

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Health Suite

• This area is located to the right as you face the main rock pool.
• This area is for members only.
• There is a steam room, sauna and sunbeds available.
• There is a standard shower in this area with level access.

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Level Change (Health Suite)

• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in the health suite to access the first floor.
• There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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  • The first 3 steps are not clearly marked and have a handrail to the left (photograph 1).

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Accessible Toilet (Dry Side - Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is Braille and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the Standard Dry Side Changing Room.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is not a shared toilet.
  • There is an accessible female toilet in the adjacent female standard changing rooms.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 157cm x 200cm (5ft 2in x 6ft 7in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 fully functional.
  • There is a push button alarm in this cubicle.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are 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 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 not a towel dispenser.
  • 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 height of the toilet roll holder is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There is also a functioning pull cord emergency alarm.

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Standard Changing Room (Dry Side - Female)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the sports hall.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located to the right of reception.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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  • There is an accessible shower within the standard communal shower area.
  • This shower has a fixed shower head, grab rails and drop down rails.
  • The flip down seat is 50cm high.
  • There is a similar male changing room adjacent.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Dry Side)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located within the dry side female and male standard changing rooms.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in both the female and male standard changing rooms.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 89cm (2ft 11in).

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Accessible Toilet (Main Entrance - Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located immediately beyond the main entrance.
  • 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 outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 139cm x 210cm (4ft 7in x 6ft 11in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is twist/turn.
  • There is not a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and non-infectious 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 placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (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 not a towel dispenser.
  • 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 height of the toilet roll holder is 102cm (3ft 4in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 79cm (2ft 7in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • The push button alarm is 96cm from the floor and can be reached from the toilet.
  • There is also a fully functioning emergency cord alarm available.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Main Entrance)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • Lighting levels in the male toilets are moderate to good.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located ahead as you enter the building.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There are similar toilets located in the Beach Café and on the first floor.

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Eating and Drinking (foodetc. Beach Café)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located to the right as you enter the swimming pool area.
• 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.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard height for tables is 66cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / 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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Level Change (foodetc. Beach Café)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading from the café to both swimming pools and the health suite.
• There is/are 5 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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  • Photograph 3 shows the 3 clearly marked steps with handrails to both sides to the left of the main steps.

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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 not clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right of reception.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 105cm (4ft 7in x 3ft 5in).
• 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 medium.

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  • The lift leads directly into the fitness suite on the first floor.

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Fitness Suite (Fitness Suite - First Floor)

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the first floor.
  • The fitness suite is 1m (3ft 3in) from the lift.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are double.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The opening is 155cm wide.
• IFI Accredited Fitness Suite View
  • IFI accredited equipment is available.
  • For example: treadmill, upright cycle, recumbent cycle, upper body ergometer, leg curl, leg extension, upper body multi-station and small equipment package.
  • A portable hearing assistance system is not available for induction.
  • There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
  • A portable hearing assistance system is not available for induction.
  • There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Eating and Drinking (foodetc. Café Bar)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located on the first floor.
• 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 25m (27yd 1ft) from the lift.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 36cm (1ft 2in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / 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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Accessible Changing Room (First Floor Dry Side - Female)

• There are accessible changing rooms available.
• The accessible changing room is located on the first floor.
• There is an identical facility in the male changing room.
• The facility is 35m (38yd 10in) from the the lift.
• The door opens outwards.
• The width of the door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
• The door is locked by a twist lock.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 226cm x 260cm (7ft 5in x 8ft 6in).
• There is a lateral transfer space.
• As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
• The lateral transfer space is 150cm (4ft 11in).
• There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
• There is a flush on the transfer side.
• Wall mounted rails are available.
• The toilet seat is 49cm (1ft 7in) above floor level.
• There is a sink.
• The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
• The height of the sink is 73cm (2ft 5in).
• The tap type is lever.
• There is a mixer tap.
• There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
• The emergency alarm is fully functional.
• There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.
• There is not a changing bench.
• There is a wheel in shower.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head, handrails, a shower chair and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 50cm (1ft 8in).

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  • The shower also has drop down rails.
  • There are lockers immediately outside this room (photograph 3).

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Accessible Toilet (First Floor -Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor.
  • 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 outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 168cm x 160cm (5ft 6in x 5ft 3in).
  • 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 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • 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 push.
  • There is not a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are non-infectious 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 placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (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 not a towel dispenser.
  • 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 height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 79cm (2ft 7in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a fair colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the first floor accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 89cm (2ft 11in).

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Standard Changing Room (First Floor Dry Side - Female)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the lift.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the fitness suite.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located opposite reception.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is not level access to the shower facilities.
• The shower cubicle(s) / area is / are accessed via an easy slope / ramp.

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• Comments View
  • The height of the lowest locker is 50cm, the highest is 170cm.
  • There is a similar male standard changing room adjacent.

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Standard Toilet(s) (First Floor Dry Side Standard Changing Rooms)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located within the female and male standard changing rooms.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Additional Info

• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• The assistance dog toilet area is located on the grassy area around the venue.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.