Access Guide
Location
- The venue is located within The Bridges Shopping Centre.
- The venue is in a pedestrian area.
- There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
- The nearest National Rail station is Sunderland.
- The nearest Metro Station is Sunderland.
Opening Times
- Monday 09:00 - 17:30.
- Tuesday 09:00 - 17:30.
- Wednesday 09:00 - 17:30.
- Thursday 09:00 - 20:00.
- Friday 09:00 - 17:30.
- Saturday 09:00 - 17:30.
- Sunday 11:00 - 17:00.
Parking
- For parking details, please see the separate Bridges Shopping Centre car park guides.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located within the shopping centre.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There are no doors at this entrance.
- The width of the door opening is 250cm.
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Comments
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- There are two other open entrances to the left and right as shown in photographs 2 and 3.
Inside Access
- There is level access to the service(s).
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- This venue does not play background music.
- Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
- The lighting levels are good.
Eating and Drinking
- The following information is for the café.
- 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.
- No chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- The standard height for tables is 74cm.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- Takeaway cutlery is 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 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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- There are baby high chairs available for use throughout the venue.
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Comments
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- There are baby high chairs available for use throughout the venue.
Toilet with Adaptations
- Accessible toilet facilities are not available.
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Comments
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- Please refer to the Bridges Shopping Centre guide for information on toilet facilities.
Standard Toilet(s)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are not available.
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Comments
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- Please refer to the Bridges Shopping Centre guide for information on toilet facilities.
Additional Info
- A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
- A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
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Comments
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- Access to Wi-Fi is available via _FreeSunderlandWi-Fi.
Related Access Guides
- To view other AccessAble Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
- The Bridges Shopping Centre link (new tab) - click here.
- The Bridges Shopping Centre - Car Park link (new tab) - click here.
- The Bridges Shopping Centre - Rooftop Car Park link (new tab) - click here.