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Introduction

• Related link Royal Shakespeare Company.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/stratford-on-avon-district-council/access-guides/royal-shakespeare-company
• Related link Swan Theatre.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/stratford-on-avon-district-council/access-guides/swan-theatre-warwickshire
• Related link The Other Place.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/stratford-on-avon-district-council/access-guides/other-place

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• Comments View
  • The Rooftop Restaurant is located on the third floor of the building.
  • The restaurant is accessed via the tower lift and stairs or the foyer lift from the main entrance area of the Royal Shakespear Company .

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Location

• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Stratford-upon-Avon.

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Opening Times

• Monday 10:00 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 22:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 22:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 22:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 22:00.
• Sunday 10:00 - 17:00.

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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 Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 240cm x 1600cm (7ft 10in x 52ft 6in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located in Waterside.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The nearest public car parks are Bridgeway Surface and Bridgeway Multi-Storey located in Bridgeway.
  • There is also the Recreation Ground car park located across the river in Swans Nest.

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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 venue.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 280cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located leading to the entrance.
  • There is/are 6 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are in the centre.
  • 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.

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Other Floors (The Tower)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Other View
  • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are floors 4, 5, 6 and 7.
• Comments View
  • The stairs are restricted from the third floor onwards.
  • Floors 4, 5, 6 and 7 are used as a fire escape for the rooftop view.

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Lift (The Tower)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3, 8.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 134cm x 174cm (4ft 5in x 5ft 9in).
• 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 bright.

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Lift (Foyer)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3.
• The lift is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 134cm x 174cm (4ft 5in x 5ft 9in).
• 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 bright.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 2m (2yd 7in) from the lift.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the restaurant area.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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• Comments View
  • The seating in the waiting area has a viewing balcony overlooking the town and the River Avon.
  • The tables are 50 and 110cm high in the waiting area. Chairs with armrests are available in the waiting area.

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Eating and Drinking

• The following information is for the restaurant.
• The restaurant is located on the third floor.
• The bar does serve food.
• Full table service is 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.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift.
• The standard height for tables is 74cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• 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 an a la carté menu.

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Rooftop Area

• Access the rooftop terrace is within the restaurant area.
• The door to the rooftop terrace opens away from you, is single, heavy and is 98cm wide.
• There is a moderate portable ramp available that overcomes 1 medium clearly marked step at the entrance.
• The ramp is 75cm wide.
• Please ask a member of staff for use of the portable ramp.
• In the terrace there is a timber decked area with tables around the perimeter.
• The tables are 68cm high and the chairs have armrests.

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The Round Room

• The Round Room is located to the rear of the restaurant and is used for private functions.
• The doors to the room open away from you, are double and 140cm wide.
• There are 8 clearly marked medium steps with handrails on both sides leading down to the entrance.
• There is no ramp or lift to access this area.
• The layout of the tables depend on individual requirements and measure 72 cm high.
• Chairs without armrests are available.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • The accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 187cm x 221cm (6ft 2in x 7ft 3in).
  • 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 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail, however it is not 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 open waste paper bin, sanitary and waste paper pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • 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 higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser can 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.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a fair colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• 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 79cm (2ft 7in).

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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 left as you exit the lift.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Level Change (Standard Toilet)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading to the facilities.
• There is/are 4 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
• The step(s) is/are not 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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Additional Info

• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.