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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
• This venue is situated in Castle Bromwich.
• The venue is situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest mainline station is Lea Hall.

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Opening Times (Summer)

• Monday 11:00 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 11:00 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 11:00 - 16:00.
• Thursday 11:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 11:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday 12:30 - 16:30.
• Sunday 12:30 - 16:30.

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• Comments View
  • The venue is also open 12:30-16:30 on bank holidays.

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Opening Times (Winter)

• Monday 11:00 - 15:00.
• Tuesday 11:00 - 15:00.
• Wednesday 11:00 - 15:00.
• Thursday 11:00 - 15:00.
• Friday 11:00 - 15:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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  • The venue is closed at weekends during winter months except for special events.

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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.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 3 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Car Park to Ticket Office and Cafe.
  • The furthest designated bay is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Car Park to Ticket Office and Cafe.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are uneven surfaces.
  • The car park surface is loose chippings.
  • The patron does not have to cross a road.
  • 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 (Car Park to Ticket Office and Cafe Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located in the car park.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open towards you (pull).
• The doors are single width.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 104cm (3ft 5in) wide.

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• Comments View
  • There is a double gate to the left of the entrance which is opened when events are taking place, as shown in picture 2.

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Reception (Ticket Office)

• The desk is 12m (13yd 4in) from the car park to ticket office and cafe entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Level Change (Ticket Office)

• 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 2 step(s) to the area / service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do not have handrails.

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Inside Access

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

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - Cafe)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the cafe.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open towards you (pull).
• The doors are single width.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in) wide.

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Level Change (Main Entrance - Cafe)

• 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 5 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance - Cafe)

• This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the cafe.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open towards you (pull).
• The doors are single width.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a small raised threshold in the doorway.

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Level Change (Accessible Entrance - Cafe)

• 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 easy.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.

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Eating and Drinking

• The following information is for the cafe.
• 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 3m (3yd 10in) from the accessible entrance - cafe.
• 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).
• The standard height for tables is 71cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are not available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are hand held 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 snacks and sandwiches.

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Parks and Gardens

• The park or garden does have footpaths.
• The path(s) has a / have gravel surface(s).
• The majority of the path(s) is / are wide enough for wheelchair users.
• There are not any bench seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

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Outside Access (The Gardens)

• This information is for the entrance located in the car park.
• There is level access into the venue.
• There are no doors at this entrance.
• The doors are double width.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 370cm (12ft 2in) wide.

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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 pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance - cafe.
  • This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the cafe.
  • There is not level access to this 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 locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 147cm x 257cm (4ft 10in x 8ft 5in).
  • 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 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is not an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The hand dryer is 130cm (4ft 3in) high.
  • 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 fair.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Level Change (Accessible and Standard Female Toilet)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is easy.
• 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 1 step(s) to the area / service.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do not have handrails.
• The ramp or slope does not bypass the step(s).

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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 at the rear of the cafe.
  • The female toilets are 25m (27yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance - cafe.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilets are located at the rear of the cafe.
  • The male toilets are 25m (27yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance - cafe.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the female standard toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the baby change facility.
• Comments View
  • Pictures 1,2 and 3 show the female standard toilets.
  • Pictures 4,5 and 6 show the male standard toilets.
  • There is an easy slope level change to the male toilets.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not 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 opposite the office.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.