Skip to main content
The new name for DisabledGo

Search for accessible places to go

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Broadway Plaza

220 Ladywood Middleway, Birmingham, B16 8LP

View Accessibility Symbols

Accessibility Symbols

For more information about what these symbols mean, view our Accessibility Symbols Guide.

Close this popup window.

Access Guide

Show Easy Read

Introduction

  • Services / facilities within the grounds include Travelodge Hotel, Broadway Casino, Nuffield Health Gym, Odeon Luxe Cinema, Hollywood Bowl, Frankie & Benny's, Costa, Subway, Mulligans (Eatery and Indoor Golf), Ralph's Bar, Dominos, Dixy Chicken, Philpotts, i-Krave, Barclays cash point, and Rock Up (Rock Climbing Gym).

Location

  • There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
  • The nearest National Rail station is Five Ways.

Parking

  • The venue does have its own car park.
  • Venue Car Park View
    • Parking is not free for all users.
    • Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
    • The car park is located via Ladywood Middleway and is under the venue.
    • The car park type is multi storey.
    • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
    • There is/are 10+ Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
    • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 310cm x 465cm (10ft 2in x 15ft 3in).
    • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 1m (3ft 3in) from the lift.
    • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 46m (50yd 11in) from the lift.
    • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
    • The car park surface is concrete.
    • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
    • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
    • The maximum height is 210cm (6ft 11in).
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • Comments View
    • Blue Badge Bays are found on level 1 of the Car Park.

Outside Access (Access from Ladywood Middleway)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located off Ladywood Middleway.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There are no doors at this entrance.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the 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.
  • Comments View
    • Access to the Plaza is open air, with 6 bollards.
    • The largest gap in the bollards is 4m+ (to the left).
    • The bollards are of a chrome colour and not a good colour contrast with the pavement.

Outside Access (Access from Francis Road)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located in Francis Road.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There are no doors at this entrance.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the 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.
  • Comments View
    • Access to the Plaza is open air with 3 bollards. The largest gap between the bollards is 136cm.
    • The bollards are of a chrome colour and not a good colour contrast with the pavement.

Inside Access

  • There is not level access to the service(s).
  • Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
  • The lighting levels are varied.

Level Change (Plaza)

  • There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
  • There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
  • Comments View
    • The plaza has 2 split levels.
    • The raised walkway has flat access from either access point, and is where the stairs to the car park are located.
    • The lowered walkway has a moderate slope, and is where the lift and toilets are located.
    • The walkways join together at either end of the plaza.
    • Between the walkways is a central wooden seating area.
    • This area is accessed by 3 medium, clearly marked steps from either walkway
    • The steps do not have handrails.
    • Alternatively, there are 5-6 medium, clearly marked steps at either side of the central area which link the walkways.
    • These steps do have handrails.
    • Step free bench seating is also provided.

Other Floors (Car Park)

  • Steps View
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, -1, and -2.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
    • The steps do have handrails.
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • There is a landing.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Comments View
    • The steps between -1 and ground level are not marked.

Lift (Car Park)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located along the lower section of the plaza.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, -1, and -2.
  • Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
  • Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 210cm (3ft 7in x 6ft 11in).
  • 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 not have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The lighting level in the lift is good.

Accessible Toilet (Right Hand Transfer)

  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • Location and Access View
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the lift.
    • This accessible toilet is located along the lowered walkway between the Gym and Cinema.
    • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • Features and Dimensions View
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
    • The key is a radar key.
    • The key can be obtained from a member of security staff if present or by phoning telephone the number on the door.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 178cm x 185cm (5ft 10in x 6ft 1in).
    • There is not 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 right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 106cm (3ft 6in).
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
    • There is a/are sanitary and clinical waste disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Position of Fixtures View
    • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • There is a mirror.
    • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (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 not a towel dispenser.
    • 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 wash basin.
    • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • Colour Contrast and Lighting View
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
    • The lighting levels are good.
  • 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 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • Comments View
    • The baby change table is free standing and may be difficult to move.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
    • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
    • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located along the lowered walkway between the Gym and the Cinema.
    • The female and male toilets are approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the lift.
    • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
    • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are good.
  • Baby Change Facilities View
    • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
    • Baby change facilities are located in the female toilets.
    • The height of the baby change table once extended is 96cm (3ft 2in).
    • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.

Additional Info

  • A bowl of water cannot be provided for an assistance dog.
  • A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.