Access Guide
Introduction
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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].
Location
- There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking (Platform 1 Car Park)
- The venue does have its own car park.
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Venue Car Park
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- Parking is not free for all users.
- Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
- The car park is located next to platform 1.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
- There is/are 6 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 360cm x 490cm (11ft 10in x 16ft 1in).
- The nearest Blue Badge bay is 14m (15yd 11in) from the platform 1 car park entrance.
- The furthest Blue Badge bay is 29m (31yd 2ft) from the platform 1 car park 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 uneven surfaces.
- 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 have a height restriction barrier.
- The maximum height is 240cm (7ft 10in).
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
Parking (Platform 2 Car Park)
- The venue does have its own car park.
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Venue Car Park
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- Parking is not free for all users.
- Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
- The car park is located next to platform 2.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 360cm x 490cm (11ft 10in x 16ft 1in).
- The nearest Blue Badge bay is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the platform 2 accessible entrance.
- The furthest Blue Badge bay is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the platform 2 accessible 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 uneven surfaces.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
- The dropped kerb does not 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.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
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Comments
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- There are some free 20 minutes parking bays available outside the ticket office entrance as shown in photographs 3 and 4.
Outside Access (Platform 2 Accessible Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located next to platform 2.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 115cm.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located on the approach to the entrance, leading from the Blue Badge parking area.
- 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 both sides.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located opposite the entrance, with the ramp to the left.
- There is/are 2 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
Outside Access (Ticket Office Main Entrance Platform 2)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of platform 2.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- The main door(s) open(s) both ways.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 110cm.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
- There is/are 4 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 22cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
Outside Access (Ticket Office Platform 2 Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on platform 2 midway along the platform.
- 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 140cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
Outside Access (Platform 2 Car Park Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located next to the footbridge on platform 2, facing the car park.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- There are no doors at this entrance.
- The width of the door opening is 120cm.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
- There is/are 6 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 22cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
- 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.
Outside Access (Platform 1 Car Park Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located next to the footbridge on platform 1 facing the car park.
- There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
- There are no doors at this entrance.
- The width of the door opening is 230cm.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face 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 both sides.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located opposite the entrance.
- There is/are 5 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 19cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- 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.
Outside Access (Platform 1 Creeting Road West)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on platform 1 leading from Creeting Road West.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
- There are no doors at this entrance.
- The width of the door opening is 190cm.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located on the approach 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 both sides.
Reception (Ticket Office Platform 2)
- The desk/counter is 27m (29yd 1ft) from the ticket office platform 2 entrance.
- There is not level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
- The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
- The lighting levels are medium.
- 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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Comments
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- The ticket counter is height adjustable.
Platform 2 Waiting Room
- The waiting room is located on platform 2 and is approximately 10m from the platform 2 accessible entrance.
- The waiting room has an automatic single door that opens away from you to enter and is 115cm in width.
- The door has a push button to the left as you face the door and is at a height of 84cm.
- The waiting room has several seats available with armrests on both sides and a sofa too.
- There is a charging station to the right as you enter to charge your phone or computer.
- The charging station is 90cm in height.
Train Station
- There are generally 4 member(s) of staff on duty.
- The station is staffed.
- There is not an office to obtain help.
- There is a ticket office.
- The ticket office is located on platform 2.
- The ticket office is 22m (24yd 2in) from the platform 2 accessible 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 Railway.
- There is a taxi rank at the station.
- The taxi rank is located on Station Road East.
- The taxi rank is 26m (28yd 1ft) from the platform 2 accessible entrance.
- Shops and services within the station include a newsagents and toilets.
- All key concourse shops and services have level access.
- There are 2 platform(s) in the station.
- The platform(s) accessed by ramp / slope is / are 1, 2.
- The platform(s) which can be accessed by either level access / ramps / lifts / stairclimber from inside the station is / are 1, 2.
- The platform(s) which can be accessed by using alternative outside access entrances only is / are 1, 2.
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Additional Station Information
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- Announcements on platforms are audio and visual.
- Platforms which have tactile markings at the platform edge are 1, 2.
- Accessible toilets are located on the platform(s).
- Accessible toilets are located on platform(s) on platform 2.
- Accessible toilets are not located on the main station concourse.
- There is not a wheelchair available to borrow.
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Comments
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- Both platforms have access via their own entrances only.
- Access between platforms, avoiding the footbridge, requires crossing a level crossing on Stowupland Road. Some users may require assistance.
Level Change (Footbridge Platforms 1/2)
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located on both platforms.
- There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
- There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
- 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.
Toilet with Adaptations
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is tactile, written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the platform 2 accessible entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located on platform 2 to the left as you enter from the platform 2 accessible entrance.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is required for the accessible toilet.
- The key is a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
- The door is heavy.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 165cm x 260cm (5ft 5in x 8ft 6in).
- 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 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 an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is a/are clinical waste, sanitary and general domestic waste disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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 47cm (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 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).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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 good.
- There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are medium.
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Baby Change Facilities
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- 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 11in).
Standard Toilet(s)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on platform 2 to the right as you enter from the platform 2 accessible entrance.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the platform 2 accessible entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
- Lighting levels are medium.
Level Change (Standard Toilets)
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
- There is/are 1 step(s) to the area/service.
- There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
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.