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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the main theatre, studio theatre and a bar.

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  • The amateur theatre is a registered charity and run solely by volunteers.

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Opening Times

• Opening times for the venue vary according to bookings/events taking place.

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Location

• There is 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 not have its own car park.

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  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
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  • 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) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 71cm (2ft 4in).

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 108cm (3ft 7in).
• 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 2 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not 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 the right going up.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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  • The first step does not have a handrail.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 4m (4yd 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 does not have 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 not level access to the service(s).
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played during performances.
• The lighting levels are medium.

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Level Change (Main Theatre)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the right of the main entrance.
• The ramp/slope is portable.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• Please contact a member of the staff for use of the portable ramp.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 72cm (2ft 4in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the right of the main entrance.
• There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Theatre (Main Theatre)

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located row B14 - D14.
• Wheelchairs are left with the patron.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit in the adjoining seat.
• This venue does not provide audio described performances.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
• A deposit is not required for the sound enhancement system.
• The rows suitable for hearing assistance systems are all rows.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
• Concessions are available.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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  • There is a shallow clearly marked step to access some of the rows of seats.

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Level Change (Studio Theatre)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located leading from the foyer to the studio theatre.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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Studio Theatre

• The studio theatre is located to the rear of the venue.
• The studio is 18m from the main entrance.
• The seating in this area can be arranged according to the use of the room.
• There is a shallow unmarked step around the perimetre of the room.
• This step does not have a handrail.
• This area is used by local dance groups on a weekly basis.

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Eating and Drinking (Bar)

• The following information is for the bar.
• The bar is located to the left of the main entrance.
• The bar does not serve food.
• 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.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 66cm (2ft 2in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
• The standard height for tables is 66cm.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Children are welcomed in the bar area.
• Menus are wall only.

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  • There is a medium clearly marked step leading to further seating.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• Accessible toilet facilities are not available.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
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  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the foyer.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Additional Info

• 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 grassed areas at the side of the venue.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.

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  • Access to Wi-Fi is available.