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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include dance studios, meeting rooms, halls, a 200-seater studio theatre, and bar.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include Parr Hall.
• Related link Parr Hall.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/warrington-borough-council/access-guides/parr-hall

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Location

• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Warrington Bank Quay.

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Opening Times

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
  • All users are required to pay via app or by phone.
  • The car park is located at the rear of the venue in Museum Street.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 3 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 260cm x 350cm (8ft 6in x 11ft 6in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 13m (14yd 8in) from the car park entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 18m (19yd 2ft) from the car park entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Front Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in Palmyra Square South.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the 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 both sides.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).

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Outside Access (Car Park Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of venue.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of and beyond the 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 both sides.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 12m (13yd 4in) from the front or rear entrance.
• There is not level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • The reception desk is located to the center of the ground floor and is an equal distance away from the front and rear entrances.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played depending on the booking / event.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Exhibition Hall

• The Exhibition Hall is located to the left of the reception desk.
• Access into the Exhibition Hall is via double, heavy doors that open away from you (push) and have an opening width of 180cm.
• Beyond the entrance there is a slight ramp.
• The hall can be set out for different exhibitions.

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Theatre (Studio Theatre)

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located in the front row.
• Wheelchairs are left with you.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit next to wheelchair user.
• It is 28m (30yd 1ft) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
• This venue does not provide audio described performances.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
• The rows suitable for hearing assistance systems are all rows.
• The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
• Concessions are available.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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• Comments View
  • The seating in the venue can be arranged differently to suite performances.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G, M, 1 and 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the reception area, opposite the stairs.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, M, 1 and 2.
• The lift is approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the front or rear entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 120cm x 200cm (3ft 11in x 6ft 7in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Theatre (McCarthy Room)

• The McCarthy Room is located on the first floor.
• Access into the McCarthy Room is via double, heavy door that open both ways and have an opening width of 148cm.
• The room is used for different performances.
• The seating layout can alter due to the performances.
• There is an accessible toilet located to the left of the theatre entrance.

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Theatre (Postlethwaite Room)

• The Postlethwaite Room is located on the first floor.
• Access into the Postlethwaite Room is via double, heavy doors that open both ways and have an opening width of 148cm.
• The room is used for different performances.
• The seating layout can alter due to the performances.
• There is an accessible toilet located to the left of the theatre entrance.

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Eating and Drinking (Lower Ground Floor)

• The following information is for the bar.
• The bar is located on the lower ground floor.
• The bar does not serve food.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lift.
• The standard height for tables is 70cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Children are welcomed in the bar area.

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Accessible Toilet (Ground Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lift entrance on all floors.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear of the lift.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 200cm x 160cm (6ft 7in x 5ft 3in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are non-infectious waste and sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilets are in the same location on each floor.

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Accessible Toilet (Main Hall)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the main hall entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located within the main hall.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 190cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 3in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are waste paper pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a fair colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 85cm (2ft 9in).

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Accessible Toilet (Bar)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear of the lift.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 180cm (4ft 11in x 5ft 11in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and waste paper pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located on the ground floor.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • The standard shared toilets are in the same location on each floor.
  • The standard shared toilets are all of the same size and layout.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• The assistance dog toilet area is located to the rear of the car park.