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Introduction

• Related link Ipswich Regent Theatre.
• Http://www.disabledgo.com/en/access-guide/ipswich-regent-theatre

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
• This venue is situated in Ipswich.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Ipswich.

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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 Cromwell Square Car Park.
  • The car park is located on St Nicholas Street.
• Comments View
  • There is Blue Badge parking for 3/4 cars directly outside the entrances.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on King Street.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 158cm (5ft 2in) wide.

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Outside Access (Alternative Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on King Street.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 82cm (2ft 8in) wide.

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Lift (Alternative Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the right as you enter.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-G-1-2.
• The lift is 2m (6ft 7in) from alternative entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 77cm (2ft 6in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 107cm x 132cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 4in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are not within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lift controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is low.

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• Comments View
  • A member of staff must accompany anyone using this lift.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main 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 bright.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played when shows are taking place.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Level Change (Inside Access)

• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located between both entrances and the facilities.
• There is / are 5 step(s) to the area / service.
• Lighting levels at the steps are bright.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Lift (Reception)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located near the ground floor steps.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is 5m (16ft 5in) from alternative entrance.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 157cm x 110cm (5ft 2in x 3ft 7in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lift controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do not have tactile markings.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-G-1-2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting level is bright.

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Cinema

• The cinema has 2 screens.
• All screens have level access.

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• Seating and additional access information View
  • Films are mainly mainstream.
  • There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • Designated spaces are situated in the middle of the cinema.
  • Wheelchairs may be left with the patron.
  • Companions sit beside you.
  • This venue does not have audio description.
  • Subtitles are not available.
  • Assistance dogs are allowed in the cinema.
  • There is a wheelchair to borrow.
  • To borrow the wheelchair, at the box office.
• Comments View
  • There is level access from the lift to screen 2.
  • Screen 1 is accessed by a platform stair lift.
  • The lift overcomes 5 medium steps with handrails both sides.

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Theatre

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located throughout the theatre.
• Wheelchairs are left with the patron.
• A companion may sit with you.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow.
• To borrow a wheelchair,ask at the box office.
• Concessions are available.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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• Comments View
  • Seating is set out for the specific occasion.
  • This auditorium can be used as a theatre, concert hall, meeting venue or conference hall.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located off the Limelight area.
  • The female and male toilets are 6m (19ft 8in) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • The photographs show the female and male toilets respectively.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 18m (20yd) from the lift.
  • The accessible toilet is located off the Limelight area.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• 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 locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 79cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 210cm (5ft 3in x 6ft 11in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 not a functional emergency alarm available.
  • It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (0ft 4in) from floor).
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
  • 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink 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 grab rails and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • The baby change facilities are located within the adapted toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 112cm (3ft 8in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
• This service can be requested.
• Staff are Text Relay aware.
• Drinking straws are available on request.