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Introduction

• The library is staffed by volunteers and offers various activities including Baby Time, an adult reading group, Knit and Natter, Craft and Chat evening group, Yoga and computer classes.
• The venue also hosts evening entertainment including a Murder Mystery Evening.
• The venue is also used by local councillors for surgeries.

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Location

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

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Opening Times

• Monday 10:00 - 13:00.
• Monday 14:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday Closed.
• Wednesday Closed.
• Thursday 14:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 12:30.
• Friday 13:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 12:00.
• Saturday 14:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday Closed.

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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 of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • There is/are 0 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The car park surface is 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.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 82cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 82cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the first entrance doors.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is portable.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • Please contact a member of staff for use of the portable ramp.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the first entrance doors.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.

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Outside Access (Community Garden Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the left side of the library.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 78cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 20cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) 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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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are medium.

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• Comments View
  • There is a small kitchen to the right as you enter that is available to the community groups who use the library (photograph 4).
  • The kitchen has standard base and wall units and is equipped with a microwave and toaster.
  • The taps at the sink are twist and turn.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• The library does not have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard and height adjustable chair is / are available.

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Book Shop

• The book shop is located to the left as you enter the building.
• The door is single, opens away from you and is permanently held open.
• This door is 64cm wide.

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Community Garden

• The Community Garden can be accessed from the car park via a gated entrance, which is unlocked by staff.
• There is an alternative entrance to the garden from the library building.
• There is a steep ramp to access the garden.
• The paths are bark chippings and grass.

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Level Change (Community Garden)

• There is a ramp/slope located at the entrance to the Community Garden.
• The ramp/slope is used to access the Community Garden.
• The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
• The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 125cm (4ft 1in).
• The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
• There is a/are step(s) located at the entrance to the Community Garden.
• The step(s) is/are used to access the Community Garden.
• There is/are 1 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
• The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
• Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
• Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• Handrails are easy to grip.
• Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• Accessible toilet facilities are not available.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located at the rear of the kitchen.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the shared toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located outside the shared standard toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 99cm (3ft 3in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are available in large print.
• 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 areas around the venue.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service cannot be requested.
• Home visits / services are not available.