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Summary

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• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • This motorway services is open 24 hours.
  • There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
  • Assistance can be provided by staff in WHSmith.
  • There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
  • British Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
  • Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
  • The following mobility aids are available; wheelchairs.
  • To obtain mobility aids please contact a member of staff.
  • There is not a portable hearing assistance system.
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Services Available View
  • The following services are available here; a hotel, a petrol station, electric car charging points, cash machines, free WiFi and a defibrillator.
  • All units have first aid kits which are regularly maintained.
• Toilets and Changing Facilities Available View
  • The following facilities are available here; shower facilities, baby changing facilities, standard toilets and an accessible toilet.
  • For detailed information on the toilets available please click here (new tab).
  • The Virtual Access Guide below shows the route from the Blue Badge parking bays to the accessible toilet, please click the link below.
  • For a Virtual Route Guide to the toilet facilities please click here (new tab).
  • There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
• Shops View
  • The following shops are available here; WHSmith and Waitrose.
  • For the WHSmith - M5 - Michaelwood Services - Northbound - Welcome Break AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
  • For the Waitrose - M5 - Michaelwood Services - Northbound - Welcome Break AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
• Catering Facilities View
  • The following catering facilities are available here; Starbucks, Burger King, KFC and Subway.
  • For the Starbucks - M5 - Michaelwood Services - Northbound - Welcome Break AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
  • For the Burger King - M5 - Michaelwood Services - Northbound - Welcome Break AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
  • For the KFC - M5 - Michaelwood Services - Northbound - Welcome Break AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
  • For the Subway - M5 - Michaelwood Services - Northbound - Welcome Break AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
• Hotels View
  • The following hotels are available here; Days Inn.
• Adjoining Motorway Services View
  • There is an adjoining motorway services building which cannot be accessed via this building.
  • The following services are available at the adjoining motorway services; a petrol station, cash machines, free WiFi and conference/meeting room(s).
  • The following facilities are available at the adjoining motorway services; an accessible toilet, standard toilets, baby changing facilities and shower facilities.
  • For the M5 - Michaelwood Services - Southbound - Welcome Break AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
  • There is no specific dog toilet area, but the edge of car park has dog bins.

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Getting Here

• The northbound services are located directly off the M5 between junctions 13 and 14.
• There is signage along the motorway indicating the distance to the services.
• For more information on travelling by road please click here (opens new tab).
• The main car park has 8 Blue Badge parking bays, several parent and child parking bays, 13 electric charging points and a number of standard parking bays.
• Coach parking is at the rear of the services, and sign posted off the services slip road.

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Parking

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• Parking View
  • The car park is located at the front of the services.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is lighting in the car park.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
  • Additional parking is available outside the petrol station and outside the hotel.
• Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • There is not signage available to direct users to the Blue Badge parking bays.
  • There is/are 11 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 230cm x 420cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zones around the Blue Badge parking bay(s) have at least the recommended width of 120cm.
• Paying View
  • Parking charges apply after a limited time.
  • Free parking for all users is limited to 2 hours.
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment signs are located throughout the car park.
  • Payment term signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
  • Payment for parking charges is made over the phone and via an app/online.
  • Payment machines are located WHSmith.
  • Payment can be made by phone, text or by the paybyphone app, quoting site number 79385.
    Payment can also be made at the WHSmith service counter.
• Access from the Car Park View
  • Pedestrian walkways are available in the car park.
  • The surface on the pedestrian walkways is tarmac.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 12m from the front entrance.
  • There are slopes/ramps from the Blue Badge bay(s) to the building.
  • The entrance is clearly visible from the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is one Blue Badge bay for a vehicle with a caravan at the rear of the services.

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Electric Vehicle Charging Points (GRIDSERVE)

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• Standard Electric Vehicle Charging Point(s) View
  • There is a/are electric vehicle charging point(s) available.
  • The provider of the charging point(s) is GRIDSERVE.
  • Fast charging is available.
  • The electric vehicle charging point(s) is/are located on the left-hand side, towards the front of the car park.
  • Staff are able to provide assistance with the electric vehicle charging points.
  • Staff can be notified via an app or by going inside the services.
  • There is/are 5 electric vehicle charging point(s).
  • The electric vehicle charging bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the electric vehicle charging bay(s) surveyed are 230cm x 440cm.
  • The charging point(s) is/are located to the front as you approach the bay(s).
  • The height range of the electric vehicle charging point controls/screen is 120cm to 140cm.
  • The height of the electric vehicle charging point nozzle slot is 80cm.
  • An app is required to use the charging point(s).
  • Parking charges apply for all users (including Blue Badge holders).
  • Charging for all users is limited to 45 minutes.
  • Payment signs are not provided.
  • Payment for charging is made via an app/online.
  • For more information and a guide to electric vehicle charging please click here.
• Blue Badge Electric Vehicle Charging Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not designated electric vehicle charging point(s) available for Blue Badge holders.

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Electric Vehicle Charging Points (Tesla)

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• Standard Electric Vehicle Charging Point(s) View
  • There is a/are electric vehicle charging point(s) available.
  • The provider of the charging point(s) is Tesla.
  • Fast charging is available.
  • The electric vehicle charging point(s) is/are located at the rear of the Days Inn car park.
  • Staff are able to provide assistance with the electric vehicle charging points.
  • Customers can get assistance by either phoning the services or going in and asking for help at WHSmith .
  • There is/are 8 electric vehicle charging point(s).
  • The electric vehicle charging bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The dimensions of the electric vehicle charging bay(s) surveyed are 265cm x 500cm.
  • The charging point(s) is/are located to the front as you approach the bay(s).
  • The height range of the electric vehicle charging point nozzle slot is 106cm to 130cm.
  • An app is required to use the charging point(s).
  • Parking charges apply for all users (including Blue Badge holders).
  • Payment signs are not provided.
  • Payment for charging is made via your Tesla account.
  • For more information and a guide to electric vehicle charging please click here.
• Blue Badge Electric Vehicle Charging Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not designated electric vehicle charging point(s) available for Blue Badge holders.

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Approach (Front Entrance)

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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 height of the bollard(s) is 91cm.
  • The bollards contrast visually with the paving.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Seating Area (Picnic Area - Front)

• The seating area is located to the right, facing the front entrance.
• There is step-free access to the seating area.
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
• In this area there are picnic tables available.

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Outside Access (Front Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Welcome Break'.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 220cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 215cm.
  • There are bollards at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 95cm.
  • The height of the bollard(s) is 100cm.
  • The bollards do contrast visually with the paving.
  • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in this area.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 85cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the second entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance - Coaches / HGV)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the services.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) both ways.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 130cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of this entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There are bollards at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 115cm.
  • The height of the bollard(s) is 100cm.
  • The bollards do contrast visually with the paving.
  • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in this area.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 86cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Getting Around

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • Music is played in some venues.
  • The cash machine(s) is/are located ahead as you enter, next to Game Zone.
  • The controls/screen heights of the cash machine(s) vary between 103cm and 125cm.
  • There are hand sanitisers in the building.
  • The height of the hand sanitisers range between 86cm and 95cm.
• Signage View
  • There is signage for the shop(s)/restaurant(s), overhead written signage and overhead pictorial signage available.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • There is a baby feeding within the general seating area.
    The height of the counter is 90cm, and the microwave controls range from 98cm - 110cm.

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Seating Area

• The seating area is located ahead and to the right when entering from the front entrance.
• There is step-free access to the seating area.
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
• In this area there are picnic tables with fixed seating, chairs without armrests and tables available.
• Some chairs are fixed to tables.
• Tables are not permanently fixed to the floor.
• The distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest table is 64cm.
• The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest table is 73cm.
• The standard height for the underside of tables is 73cm.
• The surface height of the tables is 74cm.
• There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
• Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Access to the additional seating area is via one well marked step 17cm high and double manual doors.

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Accessible Toilet (Left Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the services.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m from the front entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door(s) and wall(s) is fair.
  • The door(s) open(s) outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door(s) is poor.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 152cm x 220cm.
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The lighting is activated by a sensor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 86cm.
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 115cm and 160cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
  • The toilet seat contrast is poor.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 118cm.
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The wall fixed soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wall fixed soap dispenser is 98cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.
  • There is not a hand sanitiser.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a flip down baby changing table available.
  • The height of the baby changing table is 101cm.

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Accessible Toilet (Right Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the servcices.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 27m from the front entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door(s) and wall(s) is fair.
  • The door(s) open(s) outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 80cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door(s) is poor.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 192cm.
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The lighting is activated by a sensor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 109cm.
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 159cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
  • The toilet seat contrast is poor.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 105cm.
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The wall fixed soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wall fixed soap dispenser is 96cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.
  • There is not a hand sanitiser.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a flip down baby changing table available.
  • The height of the baby changing table is 94cm.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located at the rear of the services.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The toilet(s) is/are approximately 26m from the front entrance.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet entrance.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • There are vertical wall mounted rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 86cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The lighting is permanent.
  • There is not a hand sanitiser.

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Standard Shower (Female)

• The shower facilities are located within the female standard toilets.
• The shower facilities are approximately 30m from the front entrance.
• There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the shower door.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) may be difficult to open.
• The width of the door opening is 66cm.
• The contrast between the external door(s) and wall(s) is poor.
• The contrast between the internal door(s) and wall(s) is good.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is level access into the shower cubicle.

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Standard Shower (Male)

• The shower facilities are located within the male toilets.
• The shower facilities are approximately 25m from the front entrance.
• There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the shower door.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) may be difficult to open.
• The width of the door opening is 66cm.
• The contrast between the external door(s) and wall(s) is poor.
• The contrast between the internal door(s) and wall(s) is good.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• The lighting is activated by a sensor.
• There is level access into the shower cubicle.
• There are two separate shower rooms within the male standard toilets.

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Emergency Evacuation Procedure

• There are audio and visual alarms for emergencies.
• Fire wardens/marshals are available on site.
• People exit the building using the fire exits or main entrance.
• There is an external emergency meeting point.
• The external emergency meeting point is located Emergency meeting points are located on the left side of the car park as you exit the front entrance.
  There is also an emergency meeting point at the rear of the car park, near the Days Inn hotel.
  Both areas are sign posted and fire marshals will guide people to these areas.