Access Guide
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
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.
Location
- There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
- The nearest National Rail station is Warrington Bank Quay.
Parking
- The venue does not have its own car park.
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Public Car Parks.
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- 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.
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On Street Parking and Drop-off Details.
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- 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.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- 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.
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Ramp/Slope
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- 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.
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Comments
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- Handrails are on alternative sides depending on which way you enter the venue from.
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.
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
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- There are heavy double doors to the IT suite.
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).
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.
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.
Accessible Toilet
- Accessible toilet facilities are not available.
Standard Toilet(s)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are not available.
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.