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ODEON - Taunton

Heron Gate, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2LP

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Introduction

Audio Description, Subtitles and Autism Friendly

  • Audio Description and Screen Hearing Enhancement System View
    • Films can be audio described.
    • Bodypacks, headsets and neckloops are used for the audio description.
    • The equipment used has dual channel capability; one channel provides audio description, the other provides hearing enhancement for the film soundtrack.
    • The body packs/headsets/neck loops are used for both channels.
    • The audio description equipment is collected from the food counter.
    • Staff are trained to issue equipment.
    • The screens used for audio description vary, please contact the cinema for more information.
  • Subtitled Screenings View
    • Some subtitled screenings are available.
    • There is/are a minimum of 3 subtitled screening(s) per week.
    • Subtitled screenings are available on various days of the week.
    • Subtitled screenings are available at a mixture of peak and off-peak times.
    • All screens can be used for subtitled screenings.
  • Autism Friendly Screenings View
    • Some autism friendly screenings are available.
    • There is/are a minimum of 1 autism friendly screening(s) per month.
    • Autism friendly screenings are available on Sundays only.
    • Autism friendly screenings are available at peak times only.
    • The screens used for autism friendly screenings vary, please contact the cinema for more information.
    • Advertisements or trailers are not played before autism friendly screenings.
    • Autism friendly screenings start at the advertised performance time.
    • There is a large white clock within the screen(s) showing autism friendly screenings.
    • There is not large, clear directional signage to the screen(s) showing autism friendly screenings.
    • There is not pictorial signage to the screen(s) showing autism friendly screenings.
    • The lighting levels in the screen(s) showing autism friendly screenings are turned up a little.
    • The sound levels in the screen(s) showing autism friendly screenings are turned down.
    • Site routing maps and screen seating plans are available.
    • There is not a quiet area available within the cinema.
    • Guests can bring their own food and drink into the screen(s).
    • Carers/parents/companions can visit the cinema in advance to familiarise themselves with the surroundings.

Getting Here

Getting Help and Assistance

  • Help and Assistance View
    • There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language, please phone the venue in advance for more information.
    • There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
    • Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
    • There are not mobility aids available.
  • Additional Contact Details View
    • The telephone number for the Disability & Accessibility Helpline is 0800 138 3315.
    • The textphone number for the Disability & Accessibility Helpline is 18001 0808 1560 609.
    • The telephone number for the Cinema Exhibitors' Association (CEA) Card is 01244 526 016.
    • The textphone number for the Cinema Exhibitors' Association (CEA) Card is 18001 01244 526 016.
    • The email address for the Cinema Exhibitors' Association (CEA) Card is [email protected].
    • The website for the Cinema Exhibitors' Association (CEA) Card is https://www.ceacard.co.uk.

Parking (Blue Badge Parking - Provided by Heron Gate Retail Park)

  • The cinema has shared parking facilities.
  • The cinema shares the retail parks parking facilities.
  • The car parking facilities are for Blue Badge holders only.
  • The car park is located in front of the cinema.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 380cm x 480cm (12ft 6in x 15ft 9in).
  • There is a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
  • There is an additional car park for visitors.
  • There are not parking charges for the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac and concrete tiles.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • There is no tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.

Parking (Provided by Heron Gate Retail Park)

  • The cinema has shared parking facilities.
  • The cinema shares the retail parks parking facilities.
  • The car park is located on the right hand side of the cinema.
  • 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 Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 7 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 390cm x 470cm (12ft 10in x 15ft 5in).
  • There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
  • There is an additional car park for visitors.
  • The additional car park is on the left hand side of the cinema.
  • There are not parking charges for the car park.
  • 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac and concrete tiles.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • There is no tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
  • There is a/are clearly marked drop-off point(s).
  • The drop-off points(s) is/are located in front of the cinema.
  • The route from the drop-off point(s) to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
  • There is some tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the drop-off point(s) and the entrance.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the cinema on Heron Gate.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • 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 1.5cm or below.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front the main 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 a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
  • Comments View
    • Manual doors 166cm wide are at the opposite entrance (photograph 4).

Foyer

  • Cinema Foyer View
    • The cinema foyer is located ahead as you enter.
    • There is step-free access to the cinema foyer.
    • There is step-free access throughout the foyer.
    • The type of flooring in the foyer is carpet and tiles.
    • There is some flooring in the foyer which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • Wayfinding signage is available.
    • The nearest seating is located within the foyer.
    • The foyer does play background music.
    • There is a self service ticket machine.
    • The self service ticket machine is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The height to the top of the self service touch screens is 167cm.
      The height to the top of the lower self service touch screens is 134cm.
  • Food and Drink Counter(s) View
    • There is a/are food/drink counter(s) within the foyer.
    • The counter(s) is/are located to the left of the foyer as you enter.
    • The nearest counter is approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
    • Clear signage for the counter(s) is not visible from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the counter(s).
    • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter(s).
    • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter(s) which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The counter(s) is/are placed in front of a background which is patterned.
    • The lighting levels at the counter(s) are good.
    • The height of the counter(s) is/are 106cm.
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter(s).
    • There is a/are lowered section(s) of the counter(s).
    • The height of the lowered section(s) at the counter(s) is 86cm.
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section(s) of the counter(s).
    • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the counter(s).
    • There is a hearing assistance system at the counter(s).
    • The type of system is a fixed loop.
    • The hearing assistance system is signed.
    • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
    • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
    • Drinking straws are available.
    • There are menu boards/signs available.
    • 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.
    • Staff can bring food/drink to screens if required.

Eating and Drinking (Ben & Jerry's)

  • The following information is for the food and drink counter.
  • The food and drink counter is located to the right of the food counter.
  • There is step-free access to the food and drink counter.
  • Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
  • The height of the counter is 85cm.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a hearing assistance system .
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
  • There is step-free access within the food and drink counter.
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • This area does play background music.
  • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
  • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
  • Plastic/takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • There are menu boards/signs available.
  • 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 ice cream.
  • The lighting levels are good.

Level Change (Foyer to All Screens)

  • There is a ramp/slope located to the right of the foyer.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access all screens and the accessible and standard toilets.
  • 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 a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
  • There is a/are step(s) located at the rear of the foyer.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access all screens and the accessible and standard toilets.
  • There is/are 4 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are in the centre.
  • 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.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.

Counter (Guest Service Point)

  • The counter is located at the rear of the foyer.
  • The counter is approximately 24m (26yd 9in) from the main entrance.
  • Clear signage for the counter is not visible from the entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access to the counter.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors 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 good.
  • Counter View
    • The height of the counter is 120cm.
    • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
    • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
    • The counter is staffed.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
    • This counter is the Guest Service Point. Tickets are checked here before entering the screen(s).

Getting Around

  • There is step-free access throughout the building.
  • There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and tiles.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are provided in some corridors/walkways.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • There are seats without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • This venue does play background music in public areas.
  • Music is played in the foyer and corridors.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.

Screen (Screen 1)

  • The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 1.
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the foyer, to the right.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • 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 130cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • 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 125cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • The entrance door(s) is/are permanently held open before and after screenings.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
  • This entrance gives access to Row C (rear of the screen).
  • The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
  • The seats are electric reclining seats with footrests and armrests.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 105cm.
  • The lighting levels before and after screenings are low.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located next to the entrance for Screen 5.
  • Screen Information View
    • The access to the majority of seating is located to one side of the seats (against wall).
    • There is level access or stepped access to the majority of seating.
    • There is/are 4 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are wall mounted.
    • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
    • 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.
    • The lighting levels at the step(s) are low.
    • The steps are not clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • The steps are clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row C at the rear of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 8m from the front of the screen.
    • 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 2 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
    • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
    • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
    • Companions/carers sit next to you.
    • There is not sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

Screen (Screen 2)

  • The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 2.
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the foyer, to the right.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • 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 126cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • 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 123cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • The entrance door(s) is/are permanently held open before and after screenings.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
  • This entrance gives access to Row N (rear of the screen).
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 145cm.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
  • Premium seating is available within the screen.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 38cm.
  • The lighting levels before and after screenings are low.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located next to the entrance for Screen 5.
  • Screen Information View
    • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
    • There is level access or stepped access to the majority of seating.
    • There is/are 7 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The lighting levels at the step(s) are low.
    • The steps are not clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • The steps are clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row N at the rear of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 15m from the front of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
    • There is/are 3 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
    • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
    • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
    • Companions/carers sit next to you.
    • There is not sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

Screen (Screen 3)

  • The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 3.
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the foyer.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • 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 120cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • 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 120cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • The entrance door(s) is/are permanently held open before and after screenings.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
  • This entrance gives access to Row J (towards the rear of the screen).
  • The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
  • Premium seating is available within the screen.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 35cm.
  • The lighting levels before and after screenings are low.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located next to the entrance for Screen 5.
  • Screen Information View
    • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
    • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access to the majority of seating.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
    • There are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
    • The width of the ramp/slope is 140cm.
    • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
    • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are low.
    • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The ramp/slope is not clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • There is/are 4 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The lighting levels at the step(s) are low.
    • The steps are not clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • The steps are clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row J towards the rear of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 13m from the front of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
    • There is/are 2 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
    • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
    • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
    • Companions/carers sit next to you.
    • There is not sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

Screen (Screen 4)

  • The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 4.
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the foyer, to the left.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • 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 146cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • 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 146cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • The entrance door(s) is/are permanently held open before and after screenings.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
  • This entrance gives access to Row L (towards the rear of the screen).
  • The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
  • Premium seating is available within the screen.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 37cm.
  • The lighting levels before and after screenings are low.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located next to the entrance for Screen 5.
  • Screen Information View
    • 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 6 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The lighting levels at the step(s) are low.
    • The steps are not clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • The steps are clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row L towards the rear of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 15m from the front of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
    • There is/are 4 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
    • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
    • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
    • Companions/carers sit next to you.
    • There is not sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

Screen (Screen 8)

  • The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 8.
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the foyer, to the left.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • 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 130cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • 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 125cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • The entrance door(s) is/are permanently held open before and after screenings.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
  • This entrance gives access to Row C (rear of the screen).
  • The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
  • The seats are electric reclining seats with footrests and armrests.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 110cm.
  • The lighting levels before and after screenings are low.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located next to the entrance for Screen 5.
  • Screen Information View
    • The access to the majority of seating is located to one side of the seats (against wall).
    • There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
    • There is/are 4 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are wall mounted.
    • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
    • 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.
    • The lighting levels at the step(s) are low.
    • The steps are clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • The steps are clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row C at the rear of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 8m from the front of the screen.
    • 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 2 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
    • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
    • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
    • Companions/carers sit next to you.
    • There is not sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Screens 5, 6, 7, Accessible and Standard Toilets)

  • There is a ramp/slope located at the rear left of the foyer.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access Screens 5, 6, 7 and the accessible and standard toilets.
  • 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 a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.

Accessible Toilet(s) (Next to Screen 5)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located next to the entrance for Screen 5.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 51m (55yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
    • There is ramped/sloped access into the accessible toilet.
  • Features and Dimensions View
    • 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 door opens outwards.
    • The door is light.
    • The door is not self-closing.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 210cm (5ft 3in x 6ft 11in).
    • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
    • The lateral transfer space is 88cm.
    • The transfer space is obstructed by the female sanitary and non-infectious waste bins.
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
    • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are non-infectious waste and female sanitary disposal units.
    • There is a/are coat hook(s).
    • The height of the coat hook is 124cm from the floor.
  • Position of Fixtures View
    • 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.
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
    • The toilet has a lid.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
    • 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).
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
    • There is a soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The height of the soap dispenser is 93cm.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the hand dryer is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • 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 dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
    • The lighting levels are good.
  • Baby Changing Facilities View
    • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
    • The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
    • The baby change table is not height adjustable.
    • The height of the baby change table once extended is 93cm (3ft 1in).

Standard Toilet(s) (Next to Screen 5)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located next to the entrance for Screen 5.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 53m (57yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the female toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
  • Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
    • There is not a lowered wash basin available.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
    • There is not a lowered hand dryer available.
    • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
    • Lighting levels are good.
  • Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
    • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located next to the entrance for Screen 5.
    • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 49m (53yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
    • There is ramped/sloped access into the male toilet(s).
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • There is a lowered urinal available.
    • The height of the lowered urinal is 44cm.
    • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered urinal.
    • The lowered urinal does contrast visually with the wall.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair in front of the lowered urinal (90cm x 140cm).
    • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
    • There is not a lowered wash basin available.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
    • There is not a lowered hand dryer available.
    • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
    • Lighting levels are good.

Screen (Screen 5)

  • The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 5.
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the foyer, to the left.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • 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 145cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • 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 145cm.
  • The entrance door(s) is/are permanently held open before and after screenings.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
  • This entrance gives access to Row B (front of the screen).
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are low.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • The ramp/slope is not clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
  • Premium seating is available within the screen.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 38cm.
  • The lighting levels before and after screenings are low.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located next to the entrance for Screen 5.
  • Screen Information View
    • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
    • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access to the majority of seating.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
    • There are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
    • The width of the ramp/slope is 130cm.
    • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
    • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are low.
    • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The ramp/slope is not clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • There is/are 17 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • 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 levels at the step(s) are low.
    • The steps are not clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • The steps are clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row B at the front of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 6m from the front of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
    • There is/are 3 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
    • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
    • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
    • Companions/carers sit next to you.
    • There is not sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

Screen (Screen 6)

  • The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 6.
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the foyer, to the left.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • 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 147cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • 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 147cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • The entrance door(s) is/are permanently held open before and after screenings.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
  • This entrance gives access to Row B (front of the screen).
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are low.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • The ramp/slope is not clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
  • There are flip-down seats with armrests on both sides.
  • Premium seating is available within the screen.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 35cm.
  • The lighting levels before and after screenings are low.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located next to the entrance for Screen 5.
  • Screen Information View
    • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
    • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access to the majority of seating.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
    • There are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
    • The width of the ramp/slope is 120cm.
    • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
    • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are low.
    • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The ramp/slope is not clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • There is/are 15 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • 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 levels at the step(s) are low.
    • The steps are not clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • The steps are clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row B at the front of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 5m from the front of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
    • There is/are 2 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
    • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
    • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
    • Companions/carers sit next to you.
    • There is not sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

Screen (Screen 7)

  • The screen(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • The name/number of the screen surveyed is Screen 7.
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the foyer, to the left.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • 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 single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 102cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 102cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
  • The entrance door(s) is/are permanently held open before and after screenings.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
  • This entrance gives access to Row B (front of the screen).
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are low.
  • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
  • The ramp/slope is not clearly illuminated during screenings.
  • The type of flooring is carpet and vinyl.
  • There are flip-down seats with armrests on both sides.
  • Premium seating is available within the screen.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 39cm.
  • The lighting levels before and after screenings are low.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located next to the entrance for Screen 5.
  • Screen Information View
    • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
    • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access to the majority of seating.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
    • There are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
    • The width of the ramp/slope is 107cm.
    • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
    • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are low.
    • The ramp/slope is clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The ramp/slope is not clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • There is/are 15 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • 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 levels at the step(s) are low.
    • The steps are not clearly illuminated during screenings.
    • The steps are clearly illuminated before and after screenings.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in Row B at the front of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are approximately 4m from the front of the screen.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
    • There is/are 2 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in this screen.
    • Wheelchairs may be left with you.
    • The visibility of the screen from this seating area is good.
    • Companions/carers sit next to you.
    • There is not sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.