Access Guide
COVID-19 Information (Skipton Building Society)
Branch Information
- For opening times and services available in this branch, please visit the Skipton branch page on the Skipton Building Society website.
- This branch is located in/on a main shopping street/area.
- Colleagues do receive diversity and inclusion training.
- There is not a colleague trained in British Sign Language.
- There is a colleague that is a dementia friend.
- The branch does have a magnifying glass available.
- The branch does not have a signature guide available.
- The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request, large print on request and audio on request.
- There is a/are hearing assistance system(s) available.
- There is a/are hearing assistance system(s) available for the transaction desks , customer meeting rooms and transaction counters.
- For information about the Skipton video appointment service, please visit the Skipton Link page on the Skipton Building Society website.
Public Transport and Parking
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Public Transport
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- There is a bus stop within approximately 150m of the branch.
- The nearest train station is Skipton.
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Parking
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- The branch does not have its own car park.
- Clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bays are available (within approximately 50m of the branch).
- The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on High Street.
- There is a public car park within approximately 200m of the branch.
- The public parking facilities are located on High Street.
- Standard on street parking is available (within approximately 50m of the branch).
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- There is standard parking outside the branch except on market days.
- Market days are Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
Approach
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Approach
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- The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
- The approach surface is uneven in places.
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Ramp/Slope
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- There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
- The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient.
- There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front left of the building on the High Street.
- There is external signage.
- The sign(s) is/are located above the entrance.
- The branch is clearly signed with 'Skipton Building Society'.
- There is a list of services at the entrance area.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with the immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 87cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope
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- There is a slope with a very slight incline.
Outside Access (Stepped Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front right of the building on the High Street.
- There is external signage.
- The sign(s) is/are located above the entrance.
- The branch is clearly signed with 'Skipton Building Society'.
- There is a list of services at the entrance area.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with the immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The width of the door opening is 108cm.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance and just before the second entrance door.
- There is/are 3 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 16cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is 32cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
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Comments
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- The step just before the second entrance door is clearly marked.
Branch Internal Access
- There is step-free access throughout the majority of the branch.
- The type of flooring in the branch is carpet and laminate.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a seating area available in the branch.
- Seating in the branch includes; chairs with armrests and armchairs.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
Transaction Counter
- The counter is located to the left of the accessible entrance.
- The counter is approximately 5m from the main entrance.
- Clear signage for the counter is not visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the counter.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
- There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the counter are good.
- The height of the counter is 110cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the counter.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
- The type of system is a portable loop.
- The hearing system is available only on request.
- The hearing assistance system is not signed.
- Colleagues are trained to use the system.
Transaction Desk(s)
- There is/are 3 desk(s) in the branch.
- The desk(s) is/are located opposite the transaction counter.
- The nearest desk is approximately 6m from the entrance/lift.
- The desk(s) is/are not clearly signed.
- There is ramped/sloped access to the desk(s).
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the desk(s).
- There are not windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the desk(s) which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The desk(s) is/are not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the desk(s) are good.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the desk(s) is 69cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk(s).
- All of the desks have clear space under them.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the desk(s).
- The system is a portable loop.
- The hearing system is available only on request.
- The hearing assistance system(s) is/are not signed.
- Colleagues are trained to use the system.
Customer Meeting Room(s) (Reception)
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Access to the Room
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- The room surveyed was Reception.
- Reception is located to the left of the accessible entrance.
- There is not wayfinding signage for the room.
- There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
- Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
- The corridor/walkway leading to the room is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is step free access into the room.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 77cm.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
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Room Details
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- There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
- There is fixed furniture within the room.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the table is 70cm.
- There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- A height adjustable desk is not available.
- There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are good.
Step(s) (Customer Meeting Rooms and Staff Standard Toilets)
- There is a/are step(s) located to the right of the customer transaction desk.
- The step(s) is/are used to access Customer Meeting Rooms 1 and 2, Financial Advisor Room 1 and 2, staff standard male and female toilets.
- There is/are 5 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 16cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is 33cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
Customer Meeting Room(s) (Room 1)
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Access to the Room
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- The room surveyed was Room 1.
- Room 1 is located at the rear of the venue to the right.
- There is not wayfinding signage for the room.
- There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
- Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
- The corridor/walkway leading to the room is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is not step free access into the room.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 74cm.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
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Room Details
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- There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
- There is fixed furniture within the room.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the table is 72cm.
- There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- A height adjustable desk is not available.
- There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are good.
Customer Meeting Room(s) (Room 2)
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Access to the Room
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- The room surveyed was Room 2.
- Room 2 is located at the rear of the venue to the left.
- There is not wayfinding signage for the room.
- There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
- Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
- The corridor/walkway leading to the room is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is not step free access into the room.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 75cm.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
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Room Details
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- There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
- There is fixed furniture within the room.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the table is 69cm.
- There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- A height adjustable desk is not available.
- There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are good.
Customer Meeting Room(s) (Financial Advisor 1)
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Access to the Room
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- The room surveyed was Financial Advisor 1.
- Financial Advisor 1 is located at the rear of the venue to the right.
- There is not wayfinding signage for the room.
- There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
- Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
- The corridor/walkway leading to the room is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is not step free access into the room.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 75cm.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
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Room Details
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- There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
- There is fixed furniture within the room.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the table is 70cm.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- A height adjustable desk is not available.
- There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are good.
Customer Meeting Room(s) (Financial Advisor 2)
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Access to the Room
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- The room surveyed was Financial Advisor 2.
- Financial Advisor 2 is located at the rear of the venue to the left.
- There is not wayfinding signage for the room.
- There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
- Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
- The corridor/walkway leading to the room is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is not step free access into the room.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
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Room Details
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- There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
- There is fixed furniture within the room.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the table is 70cm.
- There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- A height adjustable desk is not available.
- There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are good.
Accessible Toilet(s)
- There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) for public use.
Standard Toilet(s)
- Standard toilet facilities are not available.