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Summary

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• Services Available View
  • The following Tesco services are available at this store; a pharmacy, a petrol station, F&F Clothing, travel money, Tesco Mobile shop and Scan as you Shop.
  • In this store these services are available; Costa Coffee Express, Hand Car Wash and Timpson's.
  • For detailed information on the petrol station please click here (new tab).
  • Please click here for the opening times and more specific information on the services available within the store (new tab).
• Facilities Available View
  • The following facilities are available at this store; an accessible toilet, standard toilets and baby changing facilities.

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Getting Here

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• Parking View
  • The store has its own parking facilities.
  • Additional parking is not available at the petrol station.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the store entrance.
  • The nearest bus stop is on Coniston Road, approximately 40m from the entrance.
  • For more information on the nearest bus stop please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Flitwick.
  • Flitwick Station is approximately 138m away (2 minute walk).
  • For more information on Flitwick Station please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on National Rail please click here (opens new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a colleague available for help and assistance.
• To get assistance please speak to a colleague at the customer service counter.
• This store is part of the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme.
• The Sunflower Lanyard Scheme helps people with hidden disabilities which aren’t always obvious – such as autism, dementia and visual or hearing impairments.
• There is not a colleague trained in British Sign Language.
• British Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
• There is a/are mobility/electric scooter(s) and wheelchair(s) available to borrow.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact a colleague at customer service.
• There is a seat/chair available within the store.
• There is a defibrillator in store.
• The types of trolley available at this store include; standard (large), standard (shallow), standard (large) with baby seat and wheelchair attachable.
• There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
• There is not a Tesco Grocery Click+Collect service in the store.
• There is a portable hearing assistance system.
• Colleagues are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
• There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.

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Parking

• The store does have its own parking facilities.
• The car park is located off Coniston Road.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
• The maximum height of the restriction barrier is 310cm (10ft 2in).
• The car park surface is tarmac.

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• Parking View
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
• Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 19 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 230cm x 473cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The marked zones around the Blue Badge parking bays have not got at least the recommended width of 120cm.
  • The marked zones at the sides of the Blue Badge parking bays are 113cm wide.
• Paying View
  • Parking is free for up to 3 hours.
• Access from the Car Park View
  • 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 entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is not clearly signposted.
  • Pedestrian walkways are available in the car park.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance(s) is tarmac and block paving.
  • There is a pedestrian crossing between the designated Blue Badge parking bays and the entrance.
  • The pedestrian crossing is level (flush) with the Blue Badge parking bays and is level with the approach to the entrance(s).
  • The pedestrian crossing has tactile paving on both sides.
  • There are other pedestrian crossings in the car park that have tactile paving.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).

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ATM(s)

• The ATM(s) is/are located to the right as you face the store.
• The ATM(s) is/are 15m from the entrance.
• There are bollards on the approach to the ATM(s).
• The height of the bollard(s) is 100cm.
• The bollards have a visual identification band.
• The minimum width between the bollards is 74cm.
• The controls/screen heights vary between 96cm and 129cm.
• There is not a lowered ATM available.
• There is a slight slope in front of the ATM.

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Approach (Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is block paving.
  • There are bollards on the approach.
  • The height of the bollard(s) is 116cm.
  • The bollards have a visual identification band.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 155cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient and has no handrails.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • The ramp does not have resting areas.

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Approach (Derwent Rise)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • There are bollards on the approach.
  • The bollards contrast(s) visually with the paving.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 131cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a steep gradient and has no handrails.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • The ramp does not have resting areas.
  • The bollard at the bottom of the slope has a minimum width of 131cm between the bollard and wall (photographs 1 & 2).
    The bollard at the top of the slope has a minimum width of 140cm between the bollard and wall (photograph 3 & 4).

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Entrance

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front left of the store.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Hello'.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance area which may look like a hole to some people.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 93cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 156cm.
  • There are identical sets of doors at either side of the entrance foyer.
  • There are security pillars at the entrance doors.
  • The barriers do contrast visually with the flooring.
  • The minimum width between the security pillars is 155cm.
  • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in this area.
  • The height of the hand sanitisers range between 95cm and 117cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located between the car park and entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Getting Around

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the store.
  • The majority of aisle widths are 150cm+.
  • Some aisles are obstructed by structural columns or product bins.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There are mats in aisles that might be perceived as holes.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Resting/seating areas are not available in this store.
  • A seat can be made available if required.
  • Background music is played at all times.
• Signage View
  • Overhead aisle signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the store.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.

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F&F Clothing

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• F&F Clothing View
  • F&F Clothing is located in the rear centre of the store.
  • F&F Clothing is approximately 45m from the entrance.
  • Clear signage for F&F Clothing is not visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to F&F Clothing.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to F&F Clothing.
  • F&F Clothing is clearly signed.
  • The majority of aisle widths are 150cm+.
  • There is some flooring in this area which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is some flooring in this area which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • Resting/seating areas are not available in this area.
  • A seat can be made available if required.
  • Background music is played at all times.
• Counter View
  • There are no payment counters in this area of the store. Please pay for any items at one of the main checkouts.
• Accessible Fitting Room(s) View
  • The accessible fitting room(s) is/are not clearly signed.
  • There is not a curtain opening to access the accessible fitting room(s).
  • The clear width of the fitting room opening is 82cm.
  • The dimensions of the accessible fitting room(s) are 250cm x 212cm.
  • There is not clear manoeuvring space in the accessible fitting room(s), due to storage.
  • There is a/are wall mounted rail(s) in the accessible fitting room(s).
  • There is not a drop down rail in the accessible fitting room(s).
  • There is a mirror in the accessible fitting room(s), the bottom edge of the mirror is 18cm from the floor.
  • There are coat hooks in the accessible fitting room(s) at 130cm and 156cm from the floor.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm in the accessible fitting room(s).
  • There is a chair/stool in the accessible fitting room(s).
  • The height of the chair from the floor is 45cm.
  • There is an assistance bell, but it was not functional at the time of the survey.
• Standard Fitting Room(s) View
  • There is/are 0 standard fitting room(s) within the store.
• Comments View
  • The fitting room was closed at the time of survey (22/02/2021).

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Tesco Mobile

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• Tesco Mobile Area View
  • Tesco Mobile is located at the rear of the store.
  • Tesco Mobile is approximately 50m from the entrance.
  • Clear signage for Tesco Mobile is visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to Tesco Mobile.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to Tesco Mobile.
  • Tesco Mobile is clearly signed.
  • Resting/seating areas are available in this area.
  • The seats do not have armrests.
  • Background music is played at all times.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Counter View
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter.
  • The counter is not placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are good.
  • The height of the counter is 98cm.
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the counter.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
• Consultation Desk(s) View
  • Tesco Mobile has 2 consultation desk(s) available.
  • The consultation desk surveyed is 5m from the counter.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the consultation desk(s).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk(s).
  • The seats do not have armrests.

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Entrance (Pharmacy)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left as you face the store entrance.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Tesco Pharmacy'.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance area which may look like a hole to some people.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 83cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of this entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located off Coniston Road.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • 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 the right going up the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have resting areas.
  • There is an additional slight slope between the Pharmacy and store entrance (photograph 4).

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Pharmacy

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• Pharmacy Area View
  • The Pharmacy is located ahead as you enter the pharmacy.
  • The Pharmacy is approximately 15m from the entrance.
  • Clear signage for the Pharmacy is not visible from the entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the Pharmacy.
  • There is not a clear unobstructed route to the Pharmacy.
  • The Pharmacy is clearly signed.
  • There is some flooring in this area which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Resting/seating areas are available in this area.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
• Counter View
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter.
  • The counter is not placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are good.
  • The height of the counter is 94cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
• Consultation Room(s) View
  • The pharmacy has 1 consultation room(s) available.
  • The consultation room is 5m from the pharmacy counter.
  • The consultation room is clearly signed.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the consultation room.
  • There is a/are door(s) leading into the consultation room.
  • There is written signage on or near the door.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are easy to open.
  • The clear door width is 78cm.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the consultation room.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The consultation room is fully enclosed.

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Checkouts

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• Checkout Area View
  • The checkout(s) is/are located at the front of the store.
  • There is step-free access to the checkout(s).
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the checkout(s).
  • The checkout(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • The lighting levels at the checkout(s) are good.
  • There is a/are staffed checkout(s) and self-service checkout(s).
• Staffed Checkout(s) View
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the staffed checkout(s).
  • The staffed checkout(s) is not/are not placed in front of a plain background.
  • The height of the staffed checkout(s) is/are 92cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the staffed checkout(s).
  • The chip & pin card machines are accessible from the staffed checkout(s).
  • The following standard checkout(s) have a hearing assistance system; 12, 16 and 18.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) is/are signed.
  • Colleagues are trained to use the hearing assistance system(s).
  • The hearing assistance system(s) was/were tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance systems were tested at the following staffed checkout(s); 16.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) was/were tested on 22/02/2021.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) was/were not working at the time of testing.
• Self-Service Checkout(s) View
  • The controls/screen heights for the self-service checkout(s) vary between 64cm and 130cm.
  • The chip & pin card machines are accessible from the self-service checkout(s).
  • Colleagues can provide assistance with using the self-service checkout(s).
• Scan as you Shop View
  • The controls/screen heights for the self-service checkout(s) vary between 62cm and 128cm.
  • The chip & pin card machines are not accessible from the self-service checkout(s).
  • Colleagues can provide assistance with using the self-service checkout(s).

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Counter (Customer Service)

• The counter is located on the left as you enter the store.
• The counter is approximately 7m from the entrance.
• The counter is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step-free access to the counter.
• There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
• The counter is clearly signed.
• There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter.
• The counter is not placed in front of a plain background.
• The lighting levels at the counter are good.
• The height of the counter is 101cm.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• There is a lowered section of the counter.
• The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the lowered section of the counter.
• The counter is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Colleagues are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 22/02/2021.
• The hearing assistance system was not working at the time of testing.

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Counter (Travel Money)

• The counter is located on the left as you enter the store.
• The counter is approximately 10m from the entrance.
• The counter is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step-free access to the counter.
• There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
• The counter is clearly signed.
• There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter.
• The counter is not placed in front of a plain background.
• The lighting levels at the counter are moderate to good.
• The height of the counter is 90cm.
• There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• There is not a lowered section of the counter.
• The counter is not staffed.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Colleagues are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
• The Travel Money counter was closed at the time of survey (22/02/2021).

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Right Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the left, between the first and second set of entrance doors to the store.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is poor.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 131cm x 182cm (4ft 4in x 5ft 12in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a sensor flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 142cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is sensor.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 99cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a flip down baby change table available.
  • The height of the baby change table is 75cm.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the left, between the first and second set of entrance doors to the store.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m from the entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 84cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.