Access Guide
Getting To The Hospital
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By Road
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- The main hospital entrance to the Royal Victoria Infirmary is located off Queen Victoria Road. The Leazes Wing entrance is located off Richardson Road. If you are using a sat nav to find the hospital please use the postcode NE1 4LP.
- The Blue Badge parking areas and the multi storey car park are located off Queen Victoria Road.
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By Bus
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- The nearest bus stop to the Royal Victoria Infirmary main entrance is located on St Thomas Street. Bus services 16, 15, 32 and 50 run from this stop. The nearest bus stop to the Leazes Wing entrance is located on Richardson Road, opposite this entrance.
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By Train
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- The nearest National Rail station is Newcastle.
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By Underground
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- The nearest Metro Station is Haymarket.
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Useful Links
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- This link explains how to find the Royal Victoria Infirmary.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
Getting Help and Assistance
- There is a Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) at the hospital.
- The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is located in the ground floor Atrium.
- The telephone number for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is 0800 032 0202.
- The email address for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is [email protected].
- There are volunteers available for help and assistance at the hospital.
- Volunteers do receive disability awareness / equality training.
- Hospital staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
- Volunteers can be found at the information point on the first floor.
- No hospital staff receive deaf awareness training.
- Documents are available in an alternative format and can be provided to include: Braille on request, large print on request, Makaton on request and different languages on request.
- There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
- Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
- Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs.
- To obtain mobility aids please contact main reception.
- There is a Changing Places facility at this hospital which is located on Level 3 in the Victoria Wing.
- Interpreting services can be provided by the Trust and confirmation of booking details can be provided by the PALS team.
- Additional hospital services link (new tab) - click here.
Hospital Parking (Leazes Wing Entrance)
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Parking
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- The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
- The car parking facilities are for Blue Badge holders only.
- The car park is located to the right of the Wing entrance as you face the building.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
- The car park does not have a barrier control system.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- There is a/are clearly marked/signposted Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
- The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
- There is/are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
- The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 370cm x 500cm.
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is a designated drop-off point.
- The drop-off point is located in front of the main entrance.
- There is a dropped kerb from the drop-off point.
- The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
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Paying
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- There are not parking charges for the hospital car park.
- Payment signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
- Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
- Payment machines are located inside the hospital building.
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Access to the Hospital
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- 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 dropped kerbs.
- The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
- The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 46m (50yd 11in) from the main Leazes Wing entrance.
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Comments
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- In order to ensure vehicles are registered for free parking on the day of attendance, Blue Badge holders are required to provide their registration number to reception, by telephone to 0191 2231353 or via email to [email protected]. This applies for each visit to the hospital.
Getting To (Ward 34)
- Ward 34 is/are located on level 4 of Leazes Wing.
- Access to Ward 34 is via the Leazes Wing main entrance.
- After entering the Leazes Wing ,ain entrance, continue ahead to the rear of the foyer. Turn left into the main corridor and follow signage to the West Block lifts. Take the lift to level 4, on exiting turn left through the Maternity Unit Entrance. Staff at the desk will need to unlock the Wards 32-35 Entrance which is immediately to your left. Go through that entrance and proceed ahead, towards Ward 32. There is a corridor to the left at the end of which is Ward 34.
- There is step free access, via lift, to Ward 34.
- Ward 34 is approximately 80m from the West Block lifts.
- There is a/are manual, heavy, double door(s) between the West Block lifts and the department/service.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
Outside Access (Leazes Wing Main Entrance)
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Entrance Details
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- This information is for the entrance located to the left of the Blue Badge parking bays.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The bell is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
- The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 166cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- 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 154cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope Details
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- The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
- The ramp/slope gradient is easy.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
Other Floors
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are level 2 to level 6.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are deep (18cm+).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- There is a landing.
- The lighting levels are bright.
Lift (West Block Lifts)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located past reception, turn left along the corridor then to the left.
- The lift is approximately 48m (52yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are level 2 to level 6.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 122cm (4ft).
- The dimensions of the lift are 150cm x 270cm (4ft 11in x 8ft 10in).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The lift does have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting level in the lift is medium.
Entrance (Maternity Unit Entrance)
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Entrance Details
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- This information is for the entrance located on level 4 of Leazes Wing.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
- There is step free access at this entrance, via lift.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The width of the door opening is 166cm.
Entrance (Maternity Wards 32-35 Entrance)
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Entrance Details
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- This information is for the entrance located immediately beyond the Maternity Entrance, to the left.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
- There is step free access at this entrance.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 160cm.
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Comments
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- This door is always locked.
- It can be unlocked remotely for visitors by staff at the Maternity Admissions desk.
Opening Times (Visiting Times - Partners)
- Monday 08:00 - 12:00.
- Monday 14:00 - 20:30.
- Tuesday 14:00 - 20:30.
- Tuesday 08:00 - 12:00.
- Wednesday 14:00 - 20:30.
- Wednesday 08:00 - 12:00.
- Thursday 08:00 - 12:00.
- Thursday 14:00 - 20:30.
- Friday 14:00 - 20:30.
- Friday 08:00 - 12:00.
- Saturday 08:00 - 12:00.
- Saturday 14:00 - 20:30.
- Sunday 08:00 - 12:00.
- Sunday 14:00 - 20:30.
Opening Times (Visiting Times - Other Visitors)
- Monday 14:00 - 15:30.
- Monday 18:00 - 19:30.
- Tuesday 14:00 - 15:30.
- Tuesday 18:00 - 19:30.
- Wednesday 14:00 - 15:30.
- Wednesday 18:00 - 19:30.
- Thursday 14:00 - 15:30.
- Thursday 18:00 - 19:30.
- Friday 14:00 - 15:30.
- Friday 18:00 - 19:30.
- Saturday 14:00 - 15:30.
- Saturday 18:00 - 19:30.
- Sunday 14:00 - 15:30.
- Sunday 18:00 - 19:30.
Ward
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Ward Information
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- This is a/an Ante Natal Care ward.
- This is a female ward.
- There is/are 3 bay(s) available.
- There is/are 2 side room(s) available.
- There is/are 14 bed(s) on this ward in total.
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Ward Access
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- There is a/are door(s) leading into the ward.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- There is not an intercom/bell at/near this ward entrance which is in a suitable position for people who require access or assistance (between 95cm - 105cm).
- The hand sanitiser is not in a suitable position for wheelchair users.
- The width of the door opening is 170cm (5ft 7in).
- There is level access throughout the ward.
- There is clear signage on the ward.
- The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
- There is flooring on the ward with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Reception/Nurses' Station
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- The height of the Nurses' Station desk is 100cm.
- There is not a lowered section.
- There is not a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
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Relatives' Room
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- There is a relatives room for the ward.
- The width of the door opening into the relatives room is over 75cm.
- There is a clear turning space in the relatives room.
- There is a/are chair(s) with armrests available within the relatives room.
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Ward Features and Patient Facilities
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- A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
- The ward does not play background music.
- There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
- A mobile hoist is not available on the ward.
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Visitor Facilities
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- There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
- Accessible toilet facilities for visitors are located outside Ward 32.
- There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
- Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located outside Ward 32.
Washroom (Wheel In Shower and Toilet)
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Washroom Details
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- The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
- There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
- There is/are also 1 washroom(s) which has/have a shower and a wash basin.
- The washroom surveyed is located off the main corridor, next to Bay 3.
- The washroom surveyed is approximately 28m from the Ward 34 Entrance.
- There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
- This is a female washroom.
- There is pictorial and written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
- The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards and outwards.
- The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
- The door(s) is/are light to open.
- The width of the door opening is 78cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the washroom are 140cm x 284cm (4ft 7in x 9ft 4in).
- The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
- There is a/are coat hook(s) 168cm from the floor.
- There is a mirror.
- There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifictions, for ease of use.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the wash basin is 86cm.
- There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
- The tap type is lever. It is a mixer tap.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 128cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the towel dispenser is 120cm.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- The washroom has a non-slip floor.
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Toilet Details
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- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The cistern is not close coupled and not back rest is provided.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 120cm.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 70cm.
- There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
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Shower Details
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- There is a wheel in shower.
- The shower head is height adjustable.
- The shower control type is twist/turn.
- There is a flip down/tip up seat for the shower.
- The height of the flip down/tip up or fixed seat is 49cm (1ft 7in).
- There are wall-mounted grab rails available.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Washroom (Shower)
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Washroom Details
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- The washroom surveyed has a shower and a wash basin.
- There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
- There is/are also 1 washroom(s) which has/have a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
- The washroom surveyed is located off the main corridor, between bays 1 and 2.
- The washroom surveyed is approximately 28m from the Ward 34 Entrance.
- There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
- This is a female washroom.
- There is pictorial and written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
- The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards.
- The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
- The door(s) is/are heavy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
- The dimensions of the washroom are 160cm x 130cm (5ft 3in x 4ft 3in).
- There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
- There is a/are coat hook(s) 176cm from the floor.
- There is a mirror.
- There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifictions, for ease of use.
- There is a wash basin.
- The height of the wash basin is 86cm.
- There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
- The tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The height of the towel dispenser is 82cm.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- The washroom has a non-slip floor.
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Shower Details
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- There is not a wheel in shower.
- The shower head is height adjustable.
- The shower control type is twist/turn.
- There is no seat for the shower.
- There are not wall-mounted grab rails available.
- The shower cubicle is accessed via a deep step.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Washroom (Relative's Flats)
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Washroom Details
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- The washroom surveyed has a shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
- There is/are 3 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
- The washroom surveyed is located in Relative's Flat 3.
- There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
- This is a shared washroom.
- There is no additional signage on or near the washroom door.
- The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards.
- The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
- The door(s) is/are heavy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 76cm (2ft 6in).
- The dimensions of the washroom are 220cm x 160cm (7ft 3in x 5ft 3in).
- The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- There is not an emergency pull cord alarm.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
- There is not a coat hook in the washroom.
- There is a mirror.
- There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifictions, for ease of use.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the wash basin is 84cm.
- There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
- The tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 88cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the towel dispenser is 120cm.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- The washroom does not have a non-slip floor.
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Toilet Details
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- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (1ft 5in).
- The cistern is not close coupled and not back rest is provided.
- There is not a lateral transfer space.
- There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the toilet.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 78cm.
- There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
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Shower Details
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- There is not a wheel in shower.
- The shower head is height adjustable.
- The shower control type is twist/turn.
- There is no seat for the shower.
- There are not wall-mounted grab rails available.
- The shower cubicle is accessed via a medium step.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is low.
- The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is low.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Toilet with Adaptations
- There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.
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Comments
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- The nearest accessible toilet for visitors is located outside Ward 32.
Standard Toilet(s)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female Toilet(s)
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- The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in each bay.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
- An ambulant toilet with wall mounted grab rails is not available.
- Lighting levels are bright.