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Lytham Hall

Ballam Road, Lytham, FY8 4JX

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Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located via the courtyard seating area and to the right of the west wing entrance.
    • All toilets with adaptations have a right hand transfer space.
    • The male and female step-free standard toilet facilities are located to the right of the courtyard seating area.
    • The male and female standard toilet facilities are located to the right of the West Wing entrance.
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the with adaptations toilet located to the right of the west wing entrance.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the rear of the hall.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • There are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are signposted but have no markings.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 400cm (width) x 500cm (depth).
    • The nearest designated bay is 20m from the café and function room.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight ramp or slope, uneven surfaces and bollards.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is not free for all users.
    • Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
    • Payment machines are located at the front of the car park.
    • There is a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is a level manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user in front of the payment machine (185cm x 210cm).
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    • The Blue Badge bays are separate to the main car park.

Getting Around

  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the first floor meeting room and the function room.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is background noise which varies depending on the time of day.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Garden Hub

  • The garden hub is located ahead from the Blue Badge parking.
  • There is step-free access via slope into this area.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • Facilities available in this area include: plants for sale, the estate office, the West Wing Café entrance and outdoor seating area, and the Al Fresco courtyard seating area entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the area.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the West Wing Café entrance.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the West Wing Café entrance.
  • Access throughout the area may include uneven surfaces.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Furniture available in this area includes: picnic tables.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.

West Wing Entrance

  • This entrance is located to the front of the West Wing, via the garden hub.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via a portable ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.
  • The ramp bypasses the step.
  • There is 1 step with no handrails.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 11cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 106cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.

Platform Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located opposite the West Wing entrance.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • The distance from the West Wing entrance is 4m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has a steep ramp or slope and manual doors.
  • The level changes at the entrance are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a low visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 90cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 101cm (width) x 153cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is a chamfered threshold on the access to the lift.

Stairs before Café Entrance and for First Floor Access

  • The stairs surveyed are located to the left of the West Wing entrance.
  • The ground floor level changes and the first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 11 steps between floors.
  • The steps are unmarked and have a handrail on the right going up.
  • The handrail is easy to grip.
  • The handrail does not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 15cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are 3 steps to access the ground floor level change, and 8 steps to access the first floor.

Café

  • Location and Access View
    • The Café is located to the right of the Garden Hub area, via the West Wing entrance.
    • The most accessible route has a platform lift.
    • There is step-free level access via lift into this area.
    • The door opens towards you.
    • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • Service View
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered and numerous seating options.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menus are handheld and wall-mounted.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The payment counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located to the right of the entrance.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 90cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the alternative entrance via the West Wing entrance.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the alternative entrance via the West Wing entrance.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas and benches.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There is covered outdoor seating in the Al Fresco Courtyard.
    • There is uncovered outdoor seating opposite the café.

Function Room

  • The room is located on the first floor of the West Wing.
  • The distance from the platform lift is 8m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has a platform lift.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Meeting Room

  • The room is located on the first floor of the West Wing.
  • The distance from the platform lift is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has a platform lift.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: long tables.
  • The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm and a television with subtitles.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Courtyard Al Fresco Seating Entrance

  • This entrance is located ahead on entering the Garden Hub area.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces and a bollard.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.

Outdoor Spaces (Gardens, Woodland and Paths)

  • The following is available in this area: parkland, woodland, formal gardens and gardens.
  • Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac, loose chippings, gravel and compact earth.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: access to the Garden Hub from the Blue Badge bays, and some pathways.
  • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have easy open gates.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the right of the Al Fresco Courtyard.
    • The distance from the courtyard entrance is 17m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 236cm (width) x 207cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 170cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 104cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rail is on the right as you face the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 99cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 186cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.