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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is St Albans City.

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COVID-19 Information

• There are separate doors for entering and exiting.
• There is a member of staff available at the entrance.
• There is hand sanitiser available at the entrance.
• The hand sanitisers are hand held.
• Hand sanitisers are available inside the venue.
• There is a limited number of people allowed inside.
• There is a Track and Trace system in place.
• There is a one-way system throughout.
• The one-way system is clearly marked/signed.
• There is clear signage inside to help with social distancing.
• There are protective clear screens located at tills/counters.
• Toilets are available.

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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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 Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 220cm x 400cm (7ft 3in x 13ft 1in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on London Road.
  • 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 building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 210cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Inside Access

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

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Counter (Ticket Counter)

• The counter is 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the counter from the entrance.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• The height of the counter is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• There is not a lowered section.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Counter (Food and Drink Counter)

• The counter is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the counter from the entrance.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• The height of the counter is 111cm (3ft 8in).
• There is not a lowered section.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Level Change (Lobby Seating)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the right as you pass the ticket counter.
• There is/are 3 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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Level Change (Upstairs Seating)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located off the lobby seating area.
• There is/are 8 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are low.
• 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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Other Floors (Stairs to Cinema)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are B, G.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail in the centre.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Lift (Lift to Cinema)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the main staircase.
• The lift is a stair lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are B, G.
• The lift is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 130cm x 174cm (4ft 3in x 5ft 9in).
• 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 low.

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Level Change (Lower Downstairs Seating)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the left as you exit the lift on the downstairs level.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• 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 120cm (3ft 11in).

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Eating and Drinking (Downstairs Bar)

• The following information is for the bar.
• The bar is located on the basement level, off the downstairs seating area.
• The bar does not 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.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• All chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 90m (98yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard height for tables is 74cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Children are welcomed in the bar area.
• Menus are wall only.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is cinema snacks.

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Cinema

• The cinema has 1 screens.
• All screens have level access.

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• Seating and additional access information View
  • Films are mainly mainstream and art.
  • Films are rotated to allow access to all films.
  • There are not designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • A companion may sit near you.
  • Companions sit in the adjoining seat.
  • It is 35m (38yd 10in) from the foyer to the accessible toilet.
  • It is 80m (87yd 1ft) from the accessible toilet to the furthest screen.
  • This venue does have audio description.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Subtitles are available.
  • Concessions are available.
  • Assistance dogs are allowed in the cinema.
  • There is not a wheelchair to borrow.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located directly ahead as you pass the ticket counter.
  • 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 169cm x 240cm (5ft 7in x 7ft 10in).
  • 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 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • 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 not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 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.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There is an identical accessible toilet off the downstairs cinema area with the transfer space to the right.

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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 Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the entrance lobby.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There are also standard toilets off the cinema on both the upstairs and downstairs levels.

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Level Change (Standard Toilets)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in the entrance lobby.
• There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up the step(s).

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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.