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.

Virgin Money Burnley

25 Manchester Road, Burnley, BB11 1HX

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

Branch Adaptations

  • There are ‘Speak Easy’ cards which will be out in the banking hall or on the counter. These are communication cards for people who find it difficult to speak.
  • Learn more about 'Speak Easy' (opens a new window).
  • You can request documents in alternative formats including Braille, large print and audio. A colleague can help with this.
  • Remote foreign language interpreters are available. A colleague can help with this.
  • Remote or In-person BSL interpreters can be booked in advance. A colleague can help with this.

Overview

Parking

ATMs (External)

  • The ATMs are located to the right of the entrance.
  • The ATMs are clearly signed.
  • All of the ATMs are Talking ATMs.
  • Headphones for ATMs cannot be provided.
  • The ATM surveyed was a cash withdrawal machine.
  • The ATM controls/features are not within 120cm.
  • There is not an ATM at a lower height.

Entrance (Branch)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the branch.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 114cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 116cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.

Welcome Counter

  • The counter is located on the left as you enter.
  • The distance from the entrance is 2m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 118cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Branch

  • There is not step-free level access throughout.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the meeting rooms.
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Area signage is not provided.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • Seating available for customers includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in this branch includes: tables, coffee tables and desks.
  • The desks are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The surface height of the desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • There are 4 meeting rooms in this branch.
  • Of these meeting rooms, there is step-free access to 0 of them.

Counter (Cashiers)

  • The counter is located on the right as you enter.
  • The distance from the entrance is 4m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 109cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

ATMs (Internal)

  • The ATMs are located on the right of the branch.
  • The ATMs are clearly signed.
  • All of the ATMs are Talking ATMs.
  • Headphones for ATMs cannot be provided.
  • The ATM surveyed was a cash withdrawal and pay in machine.
  • The ATM controls/features are not within 120cm.
  • There is not an ATM at a lower height.

Stairs (Ground Floor to First Floor)

  • The stairs are located at the rear of the store.
  • The ground floor and the first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
  • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
  • The handrails are not easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 19cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm-45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Counter (First Floor)

  • The counter is located on the first floor, on the left.
  • The distance from the stairs is 2m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has stepped access.
  • There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 110cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has screens which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Meeting Room (First Floor)

  • The room is located on the first floor, on the left.
  • The distance from the stairs is 4m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has stepped access.
  • There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 77cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: desks.
  • The desks are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.