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Kew Wakehurst - Outdoor Spaces

Ardingly, Haywards Heath, RH17 6TN

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Millennium Seed Bank

  • There is ramped or stepped access to this area.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • There are level resting areas along the ramp.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide.
  • There are no handrails for the ramp.
  • There are 5 steps to this area.
  • There are no handrails for the steps.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 14cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 158cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • Interactive displays and digital information screens
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There are no doors along circulation routes in this area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Area signage is not provided.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of wayfinding signage is consistent throughout.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • There is bench seating available in this area .

Exit (from Millenium Seed Bank)

  • The exit area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the exit.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
  • The width of the opening is 110cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.

Outdoor Spaces (Children's and Community garden)

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: formal gardens, gardens and walkways.
    • Additional facilities in this area include: a Mud Kitchen, play experiences.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are surfaced footpaths throughout.
    • Surfaced footpaths consist of: bonded gravel.
    • The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces and gates.
    • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • The following play experiences are available: viewing, sensory (visual, audible, or tactile) and social play.
    • Routes around the play equipment are firm and even.
    • The majority of routes around the play equipment are at least 150cm wide.
    • The play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.

Outdoor Spaces (The Water Gardens)

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: formal gardens, walkways and grounds.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are surfaced footpaths throughout.
    • Surfaced footpaths consist of: bonded gravel.
    • The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is not step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: various parts of the walk.