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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include performance space, games room, meeting / counselling rooms, NSPCC service, music studio, art and fashion room, media suite, boxing gym and a radio broadcasting suite.

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  • Spotlight is a creative arts youth space, facilities are free for 11 – 19 year olds to use.
  • It is a partnership project which shares facilities with the adjacent Langdon Park school.
  • The cafe is open to the public during the day and at weekends.
  • The other facilities are used by the school or for booked training events during the day and for youth services after 16:00.

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Location

• The venue is in a pedestrian area.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Limehouse/ West Ham.
• The nearest underground station is Canary Wharf.
• The nearest DLR station is Langdon Park.

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  • The DLR station is immediately outside the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Blue Badge On Street Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• Standard On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Hay Currie Street.
• Drop off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Opening Times (Youth Provision)

• Monday 16:00 - 21:00.
• Tuesday 16:00 - 21:00.
• Wednesday 16:00 - 21:00.
• Thursday 16:00 - 21:00.
• Friday 16:00 - 21:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 110cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 95cm.
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  • This entrance opens into the main reception and foyer, with direct access to the café.

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Outside Access (External Café Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 110cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located leading up to the café entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located at the café entrance.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 10cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• Comments View
  • This entrance is open when the cafe is open to the public, but closed during youth service times.

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Reception

• The desk is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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  • The reception is located between the first and second set of doors for the main entrance.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is available only on request.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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  • The main ground floor performance space (pictures 1 and 2) can seat 150+ on pull-out seating and moveable chairs.
  • The space can be subdivided with sliding partitions.
  • There are control booths for the sound and lighting equipment.
  • There are hearing loops in two of the classrooms / training rooms.
  • Picture 4 shows the boxing gym on the second floor.
  • The gym also had a large area which can be used for dance / fitness classes or training sessions.
  • Picture 5 shows the art and fashion room.
  • Picture 6 shows one of the music recording studios.
  • Electronic key cards are required to open internal doors and the lift at certain times.

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Eating and Drinking

• The following information is for the cafe.
• 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.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the cafe entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 63cm (2ft 1in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 65cm (2ft 2in).
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are hand held and wall.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is light meals and snacks.

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• Opening Times View
  • Monday 07:30 - 16:00.
  • Tuesday 07:30 - 16:00.
  • Wednesday 07:30 - 16:00.
  • Thursday 07:30 - 16:00.
  • Friday 07:30 - 16:00.
  • Saturday 10:00 - 18:00.
  • Sunday 10:00 - 18:00.

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Other Floors (Stair Core 1)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
  • 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.
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  • There is a second, identical stair core at the opposite corner of the building.
  • Call points and evac chairs are located on the stair landings at each floor.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located off the main foyer, after the reception desk.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
• The lift is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 120cm x 140cm (3ft 11in x 4ft 7in).
• 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 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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  • A staff / centre member's electronic key fob is required to access the lift.

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Accessible Toilet (Ground Floor - Main Foyer)

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located off the main corridor.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 230cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 7in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is sensor.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency alarm is fully functional.
  • It is not a push button style of alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The towel dispenser is 105cm (3ft 5in) high.
  • 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).
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 108cm (3ft 7in).
• Comments View
  • There is an additional accessible toilet on the ground floor and further accessible toilets on the first and second floor.
  • All accessible toilets have transfer space to the left.

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Accessible Shower

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The showers are located within the ground floor accessible toilet.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip down seat.
• The height of the seat is 52cm (1ft 8in).
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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Standard Changing Room

• There are standard changing rooms available.
• The standard changing room is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the lift.
• The standard changing room is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the boxing gym.
• The standard changing rooms are located on the second floor.
• There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is not level access to the shower facilities.
• The shower cubicle(s) / area is / are accessed via a deep step.

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  • There are separate male and female changing rooms.
  • The changing rooms are 10m from the sauna.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor next to the lift.
  • The female and male toilets are 15m (16yd 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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  • There are additional male and female standard toilets on each floor.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.

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  • The pictures show the gym at night, the radio broadcasting suite and the media room.