Access Guide
Summary
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; a theatre, a bar, 5 studios, a workshop and the costume department.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- Accessible toilet facilities are located in the Clifftown Bar and at the rear of the building.
- Female standard toilet facilities are located in the Clifftown Bar.
- Male standard toilet facilities are located in the Clifftown Bar.
- Shared standard toilet facilities are located on the left hand side of the building near the side entrance.
- Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet at the rear of the building.
- Standard shower facilities are located in the Actor Change room.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- Clifftown Theatre and Studios is located on Nelson Street in Southend-on-Sea.
Clifftown Theatre and Studios can be accessed via Victoria Avenue from the north of the town.
The post code for the Sat Nav is SS1 1EF. - There is pay and display on street parking in front of the venue on Nelson Street and a pay and display public car park at the rear of the venue on Clarence Road.
There is a Blue Badge bay in Clarence Road Car Park.
- Clifftown Theatre and Studios is located on Nelson Street in Southend-on-Sea.
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
- There is a bus stop along Nelson Street which is approximately 367 feet (1 minute walk) from Clifftown Theatre and Studios.
The service routes are the 17, 60A and the 817.
They are serviced by Stephensons of Essex. - For more information on Stephensons of Essex please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Southend Central.
- The nearest train station is Southend Central which is approximately 0.2 miles (5 minute walk) away.
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- For more information on Southend Central station please click here (opens new tab).
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Useful Links
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- For the Google Map location information please click on the link below.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
Useful Information
- The Student Services Hub is the place for advice, support and the information students need.
- To see more information on Student Services Hub please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01206 874 000.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Undergraduate Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01206 873 666.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Postgraduate Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01206 872 719.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01206 874 000.
- Email: [email protected].
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
- The name of the car park is Clarence Road Car Park.
- The car park is located on Clarence Road.
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
- The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 320cm x 550cm (10ft 6in x 18ft 1in).
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Nelson Street.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on Nelson Street.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'University of Essex Clifftown Studios and Theatre'.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is a bell/buzzer.
- The height of the bell/buzzer is 84cm (2ft 9in).
- There is not an intercom.
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 63cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
- The entry push pad or push button is 84cm from floor level.
- The exit push pad or push button is 104cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 172cm.
- There is a slope with a very easy incline.
Outside Access (Side Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on Nelson Mews.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 105cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The exit push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The width of the door opening is 69cm.
- 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) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 68cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There is a slope with a very easy incline.
Counter (Box Office)
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Counter
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- The counter is located to the right from the main entrance.
- The counter is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the main 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.
- There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the counter are moderate to good.
- The height of the counter is low (76cm or lower).
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/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.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
- There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
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Waiting Area
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- There is not a waiting area close to the counter.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is not step-free access throughout the building .
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Circulation
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- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl, carpet and wood.
- There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There are seats without armrests at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
Other Floors
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located on the left hand side of the building.
- The stairs are approximately 30m from the main entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G and 1.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.
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Other Information
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- The area(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are studios 2, 3 and 4, the balcony for the theatre, the workshop and the costume department.
- There are several sets of stairs located throughout the building.
Lift (Platform)
- The lift is located along the main corridor.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- The weight limit for the lift is 300kg.
- There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 90cm x 131cm (2ft 11in x 4ft 4in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does not have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.
Lift (Stair)
- The lift is located at the staircase on the right hand side of the building.
- The lift was out of use at the time of the survey.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The lift is a stair lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
- The clear door width is 88cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 88cm x 130cm (2ft 11in x 4ft 3in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does not have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.
Step(s) (Main Corridor)
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Stepped Level Change 1
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- There is a/are step(s) located along the main corridor.
- The step(s) is/are used to access studio 1 from the Clifftown Bar.
- There is/are 2 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
- There is a platform lift to overcome the step(s).
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Stepped Level Change 2
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- There is a/are step(s) located on the left hand side of the building.
- The step(s) is/are used to access the side entrance from the main entrance and vice versa.
- There is/are 1 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 23cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
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Stepped Level Change 3
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- There is a/are step(s) located on the right hand side of the building.
- The step(s) is/are used to access staff room and alternative entrance for studio 1.
- There is/are 8 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
- The depth of the steps are 25cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
- There is a stair lift to overcome the step(s).
Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Access to Studio 1)
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Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1
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- There is a ramp/slope located in front of Studio 1.
- The ramp/slope is used to access Studio 1.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
Eating and Drinking (Clifftown Bar)
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Location and Access
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- The following information is for the bar.
- The bar is located to the left from the main entrance.
- There is step-free access to the bar.
- For access there is a single manual door which is permanently held open.
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Service and Menus
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- Tables cannot be booked in advance.
- There is a bar where drinks can be ordered.
- Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Adapted cups are not available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- This area does not play background music.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is a portable card machine available for payment.
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Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 110cm.
- The height of the lowered section at the counter is 70cm.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
- There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
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Tables and Seating
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- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 64cm.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 70cm.
- The surface height of the lowest table is 48cm.
- The surface height of the highest table is 107cm.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
- There are also coffee tables, high tables, armchairs and sofas.
- The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
Theatre Seating Area(s)
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Theatre Information
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- The theatre is located within Clifftown Theatre and Studios.
- For more information on Clifftown Theatre and Studios please click here (new tab).
- Concessions are available.
- Tickets are free for companions/carers.
- No performances are captioned.
- There is a hearing assistance system available in the theatre(s).
- There is a/are fixed hearing assistance system(s) in the theatre(s).
- The hearing assistance system does cover all areas of the theatre(s).
- No performances are signed.
- No performances are audio described.
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Access to Seating
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- The information below describes access to the main house.
- The theatre area is located via the Clifftown Bar.
- There is step-free access to the theatre area.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The 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 144cm.
- The doors is/are permanently held open before and after performances.
- There is a member of staff available for assistance at the doors before and after performances.
- The doors give access to rows A - F.
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Theatre Area Information
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- The information below describes access to the main house.
- The type of flooring in the seating area is vinyl.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The seats do not have armrests.
- The width of the rows of seating is 112cm.
- The lighting level before and after performances is adjustable.
- The nearest accessible toilet is located in the foyer bar.
- There is step free access to a row/rows of seating.
- The row(s) with step free access is/are row(s) front.
- The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
- There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
- There is/are 15 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the 30cm and 45cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The lighting level at the steps before and after performances is adjustable.
- The lighting level at the steps during performances is adjustable.
- The steps are not clearly illuminated during performances.
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Designated Seating Area(s)
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- There is designated seating available in this area.
- The designated seating area(s) is/are located at the front of the seating.
- The designated seating area(s) is/are not clearly marked/signed.
- There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
- There is/are 4 designated space(s) for wheelchair users.
- Wheelchairs may be left with the patron.
- The visibility of the stage from this seating area is good.
- Companions/carers sit next to the patron.
- There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.
Studios
- There are 5 studios of varying sizes located within the building .
- Studios 1 and 5 are on the ground floor and are accessible.
- Studios 2, 3 and 4 are on the first floor and are not accessible.
Standard Shower (Actor Change)
- Shower facilities are available.
- The shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the Actor Change room.
- There is not level access to the shower facilities.
- The height of the step to access the shower is 5cm.
Toilet with Adaptations (Clifftown Bar - Left Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to the left from the bar entrance.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the bar 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 and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is medium.
- The door opens by sliding (Bi-Fold).
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 153cm x 203cm (5ft x 6ft 8in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 87cm (2ft 10in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is medium.
- 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is medium.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- 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 general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 136cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not 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 cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- 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 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
- 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 92cm.
- 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 93cm (3ft 1in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
Toilet with Adaptations (Side Entrance - Right Hand Transfer - All Gender Toilet and Baby Change)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to the left from the side entrance.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the side 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 signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 92cm (3ft).
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 135cm x 200cm (4ft 5in x 6ft 7in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are moderate to 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 65cm (2ft 2in).
- 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 a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- 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 high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
- 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 general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 164cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not 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 cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- 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 99cm (3ft 3in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
- 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 71cm (2ft 4in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 94cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 118cm (3ft 10in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- 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 87cm.
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Comments
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- There is a door to access the toilet area.
- The door is single, heavy and opens towards you (pull).
- The width of the door is 75cm.
Toilet with Adaptations (Side Entrance - Left Hand Transfer - All Gender Toilet)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to the left from the side entrance.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the side 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 signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 78cm (2ft 7in).
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 137cm x 200cm (4ft 6in x 6ft 7in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 64cm (2ft 1in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
- There is not a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- 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 high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
- 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 general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 164cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
- The shelf is at a height of 90cm.
- The shelf is located where it is reachable.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- 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 98cm (3ft 3in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
- 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 70cm (2ft 4in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 103cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 104cm (3ft 5in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Comments
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- There is a door to access the toilet area.
- The door is single, heavy and opens towards you (pull).
- The width of the door is 75cm.
Standard Toilet(s) (Clifftown Bar)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The female and male toilets are located to the left from the bar entrance.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 7m from the bar entrance.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
- There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
- There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 84cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
Standard Toilet(s) (Main Corridor)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The shared toilet is located to the right from the side entrance.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 4m from the side entrance.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
- Lighting levels are low to moderate.