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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The venue is located in the centre of Sandwich.
  • There is a public car park next to the venue with Blue Badge parking available.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • For more information on Stagecoach timetables please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Sandwich.
  • Sandwich Station is approximately 0.5 miles away.
  • For more information on Sandwich Station please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on timetables and ticket prices please click here (opens new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
• 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.
• There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people who may feel scared or at risk.

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Public Parking

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• Public Car Park View
  • There is a car park for public use within approximately 200m (219yd).
  • The public car park is located on Cattle Market.
  • The name of the car park is Guildhall Car Park.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
• Additional Public Parking Information View
  • For more information on public parking please click here (new tab).

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Approach (Guildhall Public Car Park)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is block paving.
  • There is a/are fixed bollard(s) on the approach.
  • The minimum width between the bollards/wall is 150cm.
  • The height of the bollard(s) is 91cm.
  • The bollards contrast visually with the paving.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.

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Outside Access (Museum)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the Guildhall.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access 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/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 95cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
• Comments View
  • If the entrance doors are closed the bell can be used to call for staff to open the door.

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Counter

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located ahead as you enter the museum.
  • The counter is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the 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 no 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 plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are moderate to good.
  • The height of the counter is 75cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Museum)

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• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is provided in this area.
  • There are walkways/corridors with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
  • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • This area does not play background music/sound.
  • There are resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board format.
  • There are some exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • The distance between the lowest exhibit and the floor is 60cm.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are moderate to good.

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Step(s) (Museum to Court Room)

• There is a/are step(s) located between the Museum and the Court Room.
• There is/are 7 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up the step(s).
• 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 moderate to good.
• The steps can be overcome by using the Court Room entrance.

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Outside Access (Court Room - New Street Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off New Street.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not 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/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 160cm.
  • 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) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the opening is 150cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located just beyond the first and second set of doors.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Court Room)

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• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet and wood.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • There are resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board format.
  • The Court Room can be used for events including weddings.
    The walkway from the rear to the front of the court room is 75cm to 78cm wide.
  • There is a good colour contrast between some walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are moderate to good.

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Accessible Toilet(s)

• There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are not available.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other AccessAble Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• The Guildhall link (new tab) - click here