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Dundreggan Rewilding Centre

Dundreggan Estate, Glenmoriston, Inverness, Scotland, IV63 7YJ

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Overview

Parking

  • The car park is located at the bottom of a long ramp going up to main building entrance.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are signposted and have markings which are faded.
  • There is a marked zone to one side and the rear.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a dropped kerb without tactile paving and a ramp or slope.
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • There are 2 electric vehicle charging points.
  • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
  • The centre currently accepts donations for EV charging.

Access To (Entrance)

  • The journey time from the car park is approximately 5 minutes.
  • The most accessible route has ramps or slopes.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide with a handrail on the left going up.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the top of the ramp leading from the car park, then via a covered pathway.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • There is a push pad at a height of 78cm.
  • The width of the opening is 149cm.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 78cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Counter

  • The counter is located through the entrance doors, on the opposite side of the central reception area.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 118cm.
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • There are a number of touch screen information displays in the central reception area.

Eating and Drinking

  • Location and Service View
    • The café is situated on the right hand side of the central reception area.
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, staff who can provide assistance with ordering, colleagues who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menus are handheld and displayed on the counter.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The payment counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located to the left hand side, opposite the main café entrance.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 88cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The height of the tray rail is 88cm.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, benches and high stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • There is a covered outdoor terrace with tables and chairs.
      There is step free access to the outdoor terrace via the central reception area.

Getting Around (The Visitor Centre)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors.
  • There may be background noise.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Seating available in the walkways includes: benches and stools.

Outdoor Spaces

  • The following is available in this area: a playground with play equipment, parkland and woodland.
  • Additional facilities in this area include: pond and decking area, tree nursery and nature-trail network.
  • Outdoor areas consist of grass, gravel, compact earth, decking and paving slabs.
  • There are footpaths in some areas.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: pond and decking area, play area and selected nature trails.
  • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have gates and uneven surfaces which may create barriers for some users.
  • Depending on the chosen trail there are different terrains, gradients and obstacles.
    Information about each trail is available at the centre.
  • Playground View
    • There is a playground with an access point over 100cm wide.
    • The play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
    • The following play experiences are available: climbing, viewing, sensory (visual, audible, or tactile) and social play.

Toilet with Adaptations (Café)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located through the café area on the right hand side.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The width of the door opening is 91cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 60cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser, a soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • Additional features include: a mirror and a baby changing table.

Toilet with Adaptations (Ceilidh House)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located outside the Ceilidh House.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The width of the door opening is 91cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 100cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser, a soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
    • Additional features include: a mirror.