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Location

• The venue is in a pedestrian area.
• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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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 a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Albert Pier Car Park.
  • The car park is located on Albert Pier, off South Esplanade.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located on Market Street next to the venue.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 203cm x 480cm (6ft 7in x 15ft 8in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Church Square.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • The Blue Badge bay on Market Street has no markings.

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Entrance (Main Entrance)

• This entrance is located at the front of the library, on Market Street.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is stepped access at the entrance.
• There are 2 steps with no handrails.
• The steps are unmarked.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 145cm.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The second set of doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 106cm.
• The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
• The minimum width between the security barriers is 95cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Entrance (Accessible Entrance)

• This entrance is located at the front of the library, on Market Street, in the alcove to the left as you face the main entrance.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a steep gradient.
• The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.
• There is a bell at a height of 126cm.
• The bell can be rung if you need assistance.
• There are double manual gates at this entrance.
• The gates are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 107cm.
• The gates have a low visual contrast.
• There is a second single automatic door.
• The second door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 78cm.
• The second door has a medium visual contrast.
• The minimum width between the security barriers is 95cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 5m (16ft) from the accessible entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is a touch screen.
• The touch screen is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• A lowered self-service touchscreen is also available.

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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 welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground, first, second and third (third floor is for staff only).
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located diagonally to the left as you enter the library via the accessible entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are ground, first, second and third (third floor is for staff only).
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 8m (26ft) from the accessible entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 79cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 103cm x 135cm (3ft 4in x 4ft 5in).
• 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 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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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 is / are available.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes video magnifying machine.

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Stairs (The Hayward Room)

• The stairs surveyed are located immediately to the right as you enter The Hayward Room.
• The lower and upper levels of The Hayward Room can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 18 steps between floors.
• The steps have low visual contrast markings and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are not easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 16cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Level Change (Access to Toilet with Adaptations)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the rear of The Hayward Room, leading to the toilet with adaptations.
• The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 126cm (4ft 1in).

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Toilet with Adaptations (Second Floor - The Hayward Room - Shared - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 35m (114ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the second floor, to the rear of the library, through The Hayward Room.
  • There is not 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 78cm (2ft 6in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 135cm x 203cm (4ft 5in x 6ft 7in).
  • 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 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • 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 and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not 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 the right.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not 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 6in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 128cm (4ft 2in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 104cm (3ft 4in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 76cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a low visual contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a low visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a low visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a low visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within this toilet with adaptations.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 96cm (3ft 1in).
  • There are further baby change tables located within both the standard male and female toilets on the second floor.

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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 on the second floor, to the right as you exit the lift.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 5m (16ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within both the standard male and female toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 88cm (2ft 10in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
  • This is by lift.
  • The height of the baby change table within the standard male toilets is 88cm, while the height of the baby change table within the standard female toilets is 106cm. There is an additional baby change table located within the toilet with adaptations.

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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.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service cannot be requested.