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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a swimming pool, fitness suite, indoor play area, cafe, sports halls and exercise studio.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include hard tennis courts and astroturf tennis courts.

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Opening Times (Centre)

• Monday 07:00 - 21:30.
• Tuesday 07:00 - 21:30.
• Wednesday 07:00 - 21:30.
• Thursday 07:00 - 21:30.
• Friday 07:00 - 21:30.
• Saturday 08:00 - 18:00.
• Sunday 08:00 - 18:00.

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Opening Times (Cafe)

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Sunday 09:00 - 17:00.

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Location

• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Sunderland.
• The nearest Metro Station is University.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located in front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • There is/are 8 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 369cm x 600cm (12ft 1in x 19ft 8in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 25m (27yd 1ft) 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 slopes/ramps.
  • 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.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 117cm (3ft 10in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 115cm (3ft 9in).

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.
• 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 7 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• 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.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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• Comments View
  • There is also an easy slope in front of the steps (shown in photographs 5 and 6).

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is not a hearing assistance 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 gym and studios.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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• Comments View
  • The spin studio has lights which flash and change colour during classes.

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Eating and Drinking (Cafe)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located to the rear right of the reception foyer, in front of the sports halls.
• Full table service is not 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 23m (25yd 6in) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 41cm (1ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 69cm (2ft 3in).
• The standard height for tables is 69cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are wall 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 hot and cold meals and snacks.

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Swimming Pool

• There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is hydraulic.
• There are steps into the swimming pool.
• There are 5 steps.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.

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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located to the rear left of the reception foyer, opposite the cafe.
  • The fitness suite is 17m (18yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open away from you (push).
  • The doors are double.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The opening is 174cm wide.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive some training in assisting disabled people.
  • Training provided is Move to Improve.
  • Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes free weights, hand bike, cable pulley machines, and upper body machines.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Comments View
  • There are security barriers beyond the entrance.
  • The width of the standard barrier is 51cm.
  • The width of the wide barrier is 98cm.
  • The wide barrier is operated by a member of staff in the fitness suite.

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Indoor Tennis Courts

• There are 8 indoor tennis courts.
• Courts 1-4 are at the rear of the building.
• Courts 1-4 are 27m from the main entrance.
• There is a door to access courts 1-4.
• The door opens automatically towards you.
• The door is push pad operated.
• The door is single.
• The door width is 84cm.
• There are bench seats near the net on each court.
• Courts 5-8 are on the opposite side of the building and have a manual door to enter.
• Courts 5-8 are 83m from the main entrance.
• Courts 5-8 are shown in photograph 6.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the corridor to the rear left of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• The lift is approximately 48m (52yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 107cm x 137cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 6in).
• 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 not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The controls are 117cm - 124cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Changing Places (Wet Side)

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located to the right as you enter.
  • The facility is approximately 23m (25yd 6in) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • It is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 450cm x 179cm (14ft 9in x 5ft 10in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 178cm (5ft 10in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 274cm (8ft 12in).
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 152cm (4ft 12in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are not available.
  • Drop down rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is not available.
  • It is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from the floor).
• Comments View
  • The room is L-shaped.
  • The depth given is the minimum.
  • The maximum depth 304cm.
  • The overhead hoist covers the changing bench, toilet, and shower.

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Accessible Shower (Wet Side - Changing Place)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the changing place.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 47cm (1ft 7in).
• Other facilities available include; drop down rails on both sides.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Accessible Toilet (Wet Side - Changing Village)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is 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 21m (22yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter, within the changing village.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • 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 150cm x 220cm (4ft 11in 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 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • 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 not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and clinical waste 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 not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • 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 50cm (1ft 8in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a poor 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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Accessible Toilet (Tennis Courts and Group Exercise Studios)

• 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 and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 69m (75yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, to the rear of the building.
  • There is level access to this 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 168cm x 195cm (5ft 6in x 6ft 5in).
  • There is not 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 92cm (3ft).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is not a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are open waste paper bin, non-infectious waste and sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not 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 not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • 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 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 111cm (3ft 8in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot 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 good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Changing Room (Dry Side - Changing Village)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the fitness suite.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located to the right as you enter, opposite the reception.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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Standard Changing Room (Wet Side - Changing Village)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the swimming pool.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located to the right as you enter, opposite the reception.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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• Comments View
  • There is a family changing cubicle with a baby seat.
  • The height of the baby seat when extended is 85cm.
  • There is a family changing cubicle with a baby change unit.
  • The height of the baby change when extended is 84cm.

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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 Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, to the rear of the building.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 65m (71yd 3in) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, to the rear of the building.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 73m (79yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • Additional standard female and male toilets are available throughout the building.

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Additional Info

• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• The assistance dog toilet area is located on the grass areas surrounding the building.

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• Comments View
  • Access to Wi-Fi is available.