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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the library, IT suite and archives.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include Warrington Museum & Art Galley.
• Related link Warrington Museum & Art Gallery.
• Http://www.disabledgo.com/access-guide/warrington-borough-council/warrington-museum-art-gallery

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Opening Times

• Monday Closed.
• Tuesday Closed.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 16:30.
• Thursday 10:00 - 16:30.
• Friday 10:00 - 16:30.
• Saturday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday 11:00 - 15:00.

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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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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks. View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Museum Street Pay & Display.
  • The car park is located to the left of the building.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 225cm x 600cm (7ft 5in x 19ft 8in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located in front of the building, to the left.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 225cm x 3000cm (7ft 5in x 98ft 5in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located to the left of the building.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • 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 door opening is 164cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 107cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located either side of 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.
• Comments View
  • Handrails are on alternative sides depending on which way you enter the venue from.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 17m (18yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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• Comments View
  • There are heavy double doors to the IT suite.

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Level Change (Inside Access)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the right as you enter.
• There is/are 4 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, UG.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 80cm x 139cm (2ft 7in x 4ft 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 not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard, large rollerball mouse and height adjustable chair is / are available.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes magnifying glasses.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are not available.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are not available.

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Additional Info

• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• Home visits / services are available.