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Introduction

• Related link Starbucks Coffee.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/starbucks-coffee-suffolk-ipswich-railway-station
• Related link WHSmith.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/whsmith-e4c36b4a-6234-453b-ac93-7f4cde0a6b9b

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Opening Times (Opening Times)

• The venue is open 24hrs.

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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.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • The car park is located to the left as you face the main entrance.
  • The car park type is multi storey.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 10+ Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 360cm x 550cm (11ft 10in x 18ft 1in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 22m (24yd 2in) from the main 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 a designated drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located to the right as you face the main entrance.
  • There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
  • There is tactile paving on the dropped kerb.

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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 step-free 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 130cm.
• Comments View
  • There are several sets of automatic doors next to each other with the same specification.

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Reception (Ticket Office)

• The desk/counter is 8m (8yd 2ft) 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 a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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• Comments View
  • Photograph 1 shows the ticket machines as you enter.
  • Photograph 3 show the ticket barriers which are 85cm in width and open away from you after you enter your ticket.
  • There is a larger barrier available to the right for wheelchair users, prams, buggies and passenger who need extra space.
  • This barrier was occupied at time of survey and couldn,t be photographed.
  • Photograph 6 shows the automatic double doors which are 110cm in width and lead to the platforms after the ticket barriers.

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Platform 2 Waiting Room

• There is a waiting room available on platform 2, just after the stairs and lift and before you reach platform 1.
• This waiting room is approximately 33m from the main entrance.
• There is a double automatic door to enter the room which is 130cm in width.
• The waiting room has several seats with armrests on both sides.

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Train Station

• There are generally 6 member(s) of staff on duty.
• The station is staffed.
• There is an office to obtain help.
• The station is not staffed between 21:20-05:00 Monday to Saturday and 22:00-07:00 Sundays.
• The office to obtain help is 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
• This office is located just after the ticket barriers by platform 2.
• There is a ticket office.
• The ticket office is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The train companies operating from within this station are Greater Anglia.
• The train companies that operate within this station include:.
• Please click here for access information for Greater Anglia.
• There is a taxi rank at the station.
• The taxi rank is located on the left as you face the main entrance, next to the bus stops.
• The taxi rank is 26m (28yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Shops and services within the station include WHSmith, Starbucks Coffee and Coffee Link.
• All key concourse shops and services have level access.
• There are 4 platform(s) in the station.
• The platform(s) which has/have level access is / are 1, 2.
• The platform(s) accessed by lift is / are 3, 4.
• The platform(s) which can be accessed by either level access / ramps / lifts / stairclimber from inside the station is / are 1, 2, 3, 4.

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• Additional Station Information View
  • Announcements on platforms are audio and visual.
  • Wider ticket barriers are available to access platforms.
  • Platforms which have tactile markings at the platform edge are 1, 2, 3, 4.
  • Accessible toilets are located on the platform(s).
  • Accessible toilets are located on platform(s) 2.
  • Accessible toilets are not located on the main station concourse.
  • There is a wheelchair available to borrow.
  • To borrow a wheelchair, please ask a member of staff.

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Level Change (Bridge - Platform 2 to Platforms 3/4)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading from the platform to the bridge.
• There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
• 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 both sides.
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located midway along platforms 2, 3 and 4.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are Platform - Bridge.
• The lift is approximately 94m (102yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 109cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 135cm x 135cm (4ft 5in x 4ft 5in).
• 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 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 bright.

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• Comments View
  • There are hearing loop fitted in the lifts.
  • Both lifts have the same specifications.

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Accessible Toilet

• 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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 48m (52yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on platform 2.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 250cm (5ft 3in x 8ft 2in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • 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 fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • There is a mirror.
  • 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 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • 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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 102cm (3ft 4in).

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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 on platform 2.
  • The female and male toilets are 50m (55yd) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Assisted Travel Information

• Assisted Travel Helpline number: 0800 028 2878, Monday to Sunday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Assisted Travel Text Relay service: 18001 0800 028 2878.
• Email: [email protected].

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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 bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.