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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a Theatre, Box Office, Bar, a Dance Studio, Drama Studio, a Green Room, and the College Main Reception.

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Opening Times (Main Building)

• Please contact the venue for details of opening times, opening times do vary depending on performances and opening times do vary depending on timetabling.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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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 to the rear and left hand side of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 247cm x 470cm (8ft 1.24in x 15ft 5.04in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 4m (13.12336ft) from the disabled entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 20m (65.6168ft) from the disabled entrance.
  • 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 dropped kerbs.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does have tactile 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.
  • The main standard parking has a gravel surface.

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Entrance (Disabled)

• This entrance is located at the rear of the venue.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is a single manual door at this entrance.
• The door has an open extension leaf.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 107cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a low visual contrast.

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Entrance (Show)

• This entrance is located at the front of the venue.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is a single manual door at this entrance.
• The door has an open extension leaf.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 107cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a low visual contrast.

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Reception (Box Office and College Main Reception)

• The desk/counter is 25m (82.021ft) from the disabled entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• 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.
• There is seating in the reception area.
• The seating does not have armrests.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the Foyer and during performances.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Polling Station

• The Polling Station is located in the Theatre.
• There are 2 sets of manual doors to enter the Theatre.
• The doors are single with an open extension leaf.
• Both sets of doors are 121cm wide.
• Both sets of doors open towards you (pull).
• Both sets of doors may be difficult to open for some.
• The Theatre is converted into a Polling Station at election times.

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Eating and Drinking (Bar)

• The following information is for the bar.
• The bar is located on the ground floor, at the rear of Reception.
• 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.
• There is a lowered section at the counter.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 20m (65.6168ft) from the Disabled Entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 39cm (1ft 3.35in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 108cm (3ft 6.52in).
• The standard height for tables is 75cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Children are welcomed in the bar area.
• Menus are wall 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.

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Outside Access (Theatre Stalls)

• This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor, to the right of the Theatre.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are single (with an unlocked extension leaf).
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 121cm (3ft 12in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single (with an unlocked extension leaf).
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 121cm (3ft 12in).
• Comments View
  • There are similar doors to the left of the Theatre.

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Theatre

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located in the front row.
• Wheelchairs are left with you.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit next to the patron.
• It is 14m (35.56cm) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
• This venue does not provide audio described performances.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The rows suitable for hearing assistance systems are all.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
• Concessions are available.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.
• The seats are dropdown chairs.
• Carers tickets' are free.

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Level Change (Theatre)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the left and right of the seating.
• There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are adjustable.
• 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 the left going up the step(s).

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• Comments View
  • The steps surveyed were on the left hand side of the seating.
  • The steps on the right hand side have handrails on the right going up.

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Outside Access (Dressing Room)

• This information is for the entrance located along the ground floor right hand corridor, to the right of the Theatre.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).

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Inside Access (Dressing Room)

• 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 good.

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Dressing Room

• There are 2 Dressing Rooms.
• The dressing room surveyed was Dressing Room 1.
• There are dressing tables around 3 walls of the dressing room.
• The height of the dressing tables is 75cm.
• There are chairs in the dressing room.
• The chairs do not have armrests.
• There are mirrors in the dressing room.
• There are 2 full length mirrors.
• There are 6 make-up mirrors with lights.
• The mirrors are placed at lower level.
• The height of the lights is 148cm including the switch.
• There is a sink.
• The height of the sink is 85cm.
• The tap is lever.
• The sink has a mixer tap.
• There is a towel dispenser.
• The height of the towel dispenser is 117cm.

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Outside Access (Dance Studio)

• This information is for the entrance located on the first floor, to the right as you exit the lift.
• There is level access into the venue.
• Level access is via lift.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 207cm (6ft 9in).

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• Comments View
  • There is a smaller door to the right of the double doors.
  • The door opens away from you (push).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The width of this door is 87cm.

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Inside Access (Dance Studio)

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

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Outside Access (Theatre Balcony)

• This information is for the entrance located on the first floor, ahead as you exit the lift.
• There is level access into the venue.
• Level access is via lift.
• The main door(s) open towards you (pull).
• The doors are single width.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are single width.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in) wide.
• Comments View
  • There is a door leaf for both sets of doors.
  • Once opened the door leaf for both sets of doors increases the width to 121cm.
  • The balcony doors surveyed were on the right hand side of the auditorium. There are also similar doors on the left hand side of the auditorium.

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Outside Access (Drama Studio)

• This information is for the entrance located on the first floor, to the right as you exit the lift.
• There is level access into the venue.
• Level access is via lift.
• The main door(s) open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in) wide.

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• Comments View
  • There is a door leaf.
  • Once opened this increases the door opening to 132cm.
  • There are similar doors to the left and the right of the drama studio.
  • They have the same measurements, but with the door leaf reversed.

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Inside Access (Drama Studio)

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does play background music/noise.
• Music/noise is played during some classes.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Outside Access (Green Room)

• This information is for the entrance located to the rear right of the first floor.
• There is level access into the venue.
• Level access is via lift.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).

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Inside Access (Green Room)

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

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Green Room

• There are tables and seating in the Green Room.
• The height of the tables is 72cm.
• There are chairs without armrests.
• There are workstations with computers along one wall.
• The height of the workstations is 73cm.
• The computer chairs are height adjustable.
• Some of the computer chairs have armrests.
• There is a kitchen area.
• There are no low-level work units in the kitchen.
• The height of the work units is 93cm.
• There is a sink.
• The height of the sink is 93cm.
• There is a full-length mirror.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are 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 in the Central Foyer, behind the Box Office.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11.43in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 108cm x 140cm (3ft 6.52in x 4ft 7.12in).
• 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 not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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Accessible Shower (Dressing Room)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the Dressing Room.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 46cm (1ft 6in).
• Other facilities available include; an emergency alarm.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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• Comments View
  • The emergency alarm is not fully functional as it is 19cm from the ground.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor, Rear of Reception - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear of the Foyer behind the Box Office.
  • 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 locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10.25in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 192cm (4ft 11.06in x 6ft 3.59in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 85cm (2ft 9.46in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush 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 fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary 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 both sides.
  • 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 6.9in).
  • 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 107cm (3ft 6.13in).
  • 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 105cm (3ft 5.34in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high visual contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a medium visual contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the Accessible Toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 88cm (2ft 10.65in).
  • There is a similar Accessible Toilet in the back of house area on the ground floor. The back of house Accessible Toilet has transfer space on the left-hand side.

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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 to the rear of the Foyer behind the Box Office.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • The end cubicles have doors which open outwards for ease of access should patrons require assistance. There are similar standard toilets in the back of house area on the ground floor. The back of house area standard toilets are unisex.

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Additional Info

• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested 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 in the area surrounding the venue.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.