Access Guide
Access To (Quiet Space)
- The Quiet Space is located on the ground floor of the Whitworth Art Gallery.
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- The most accessible route has step-free level access and a lift.
- There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
- There is step-free level access to enter the Quiet Space.
- There are double manual doors which open away from you.
- One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
- The width of the opening is 90cm.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
Room
- The distance from the lift is 12m.
- There is written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The flooring is patterned.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: armchairs, sofas and stools.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.