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Bachelors Lodge

Mary Lane, Hundon, CO10 8DY

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Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor, to the left as you enter.
    • The shared standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor, along the main corridor and off the master bedroom.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located on the ground floor and on the first floor.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the front of the building.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of cobbles.
    • There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (Main)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the building.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is not 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 not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 23cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a bell at a height of 145cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 78cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Getting Around

  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the first floor bedrooms and bathrooms and the exits to the gardens.
  • Access throughout may include narrow walkways.
  • There is a low visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests and armchairs.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable in some areas.

Standard Bathroom (Ground Floor)

  • The bathroom surveyed is located to the left as you enter the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access and narrow walkways.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • The bathroom door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 62cm.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 96cm (width) x 160cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
  • The wash basin has a twist/turn tap.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • Additional features include: a mirror.
  • The bathroom has a pedal bin.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • The bathroom has a shower with a step.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever.
  • There is no shower seat.

Standard Bedroom (Ground Floor)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located ahead and to the left as you enter.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 6m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access and narrow walkways.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 62cm.
  • The bedroom has a double bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 73cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 10cm from the floor.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
  • The following is available in this bedroom: an armchair and bedside plug sockets.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Lounge

  • The lounge is located to the right as you enter the main entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: sofas and stools.
  • Furniture available in the lounge includes: coffee tables.
  • There is a TV with subtitles.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Kitchen

  • The kitchen is located to the right as you enter the main entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 70cm.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • The hob is 92cm from the floor.
  • A lowered hob is not available.
  • The oven is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 92cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has a lever tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a freezer, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: long tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located ahead as you enter the main entrance.
  • The ground and first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 14 steps between floors.
  • The steps are unmarked and have a handrail that switches sides.
  • The handrails are 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 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Exit

  • The exit area is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the exit.
  • There are double manual doors at this exit, however one door is locked or bolted.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 54cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is stepped access as you exit.
  • There are 2 steps with no handrails.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 12cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.

Outdoor Spaces

  • The following is available in this area: a playground with play equipment, gardens and open countryside.
  • Additional facilities in this area include: BBQ area.
  • Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac, grass and block paving.
  • There are footpaths in some areas.
  • The majority of the paths are not wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the circular route around the building.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have narrow gaps and uneven surfaces.
  • Playground View
    • There is a route around the play equipment which is not firm and even, but is over 150cm wide.
    • The play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
    • The following play experiences are available: swinging, sliding and climbing.