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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include museum exhibitions, education facilities, a shop and cafe.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include Weston Park including the bandstand, lake and memorial.
• Related link Weston Park.
• Http://www.disabledgo.com/access-guide/sheffield-city-council/weston-park

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Opening Times (Summer Apr - Oct)

• Monday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 17:00.
• Sunday 11:00 - 16:00.

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Opening Times (Winter Nov - Mar)

• Monday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday 10:00 - 16:00.

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Location

• There is 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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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Parking in the area is extremely limited. Blue Badge holders can park in Mushroom Lane (nearest point 400m).
  • It is possible to make an advance arrangement by phone for access to the front of the museum for Blue Badge or community group parking.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in) wide.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 10 step(s) to the area / service.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are shallow.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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• Comments View
  • There is an almost level pathway from the centre of the park along the side of the museum building.
  • The overall distance is 300m but it avoids the entrance ramp and steps.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Museum

• Exhibits cannot be audio described.
• Tactile signage for exhibits is available.
• The availability of tactile signage depends on exhibition.
• Braille signage for exhibits is not available.
• Touch tours are available.
• The availability of touch tours depends on exhibition.
• Video tours are not available.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the the hearing system.
• A deposit is not required for the hearing system.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow.
• To borrow the wheelchair, phone in advance or check availability on arrival with the foyer staff.

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• Comments View
  • Many of the exhibits are available to handle. Talks are given on some exhibitions and some of the talks are BSL interpreted (details in the What's On section of the website).

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Eating and Drinking

• The following information is for the cafe.
• The bar does serve food.
• 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 a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 35m (38yd 10in) from the the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 71cm (2ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 71cm (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.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

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• Comments View
  • There are no menus. All food is selected at the counter.

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Weather Station

• There is an official weather station in the park outside the building and the readings can be seen from inside the museum.

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Activity Rooms

• There are activity rooms on the first floor, mainly for educational use.
• There are fixed hearing loops in all rooms and a range of seating available.

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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 (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left of the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 85cm (2ft 9in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 170cm (4ft 7in x 5ft 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 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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• Comments View
  • There are activity rooms and additional toilet facilities at first floor level, mainly for school use.
  • There are no exhibitions at first floor level.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located on the main corridor to the left of the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 200cm (5ft 11in x 6ft 7in).
  • 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 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency alarm is fully functional.
  • It is not a push button style of alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink 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 grab rails and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in all accessible cubicles and in standard toilet areas.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 85cm (2ft 9in).
• Comments View
  • This information is given for the smallest accessible toilet.
  • Additional accessible toilets are available in the mueum gallery area and on the first floor.
  • The facility on the ground floor nearest the main entrance has left hand transfer.
  • All others have right hand transfer.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilets are located on the main corridor to cafe and in the gallery area.
  • The female toilets are 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilets are located on the main corridor to cafe and in the gallery area.
  • The male toilets are 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are 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 generally on duty.