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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the grounds include St Mary's Tower, Scriptorium, Chapter House, Frater Range and Western Range.

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• Comments View
  • Birkenhead Priory was established as a Benedictine Monastery in the 1150's and is one of the oldest standing buildings in Merseyside.

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Opening Times

• The venue has seasonal opening times.

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  • SUMMER:
  • Wednesday to Friday 13:00 - 17:00.
  • Saturday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00.
  • WINTER:
  • Wednesday to Friday 12:00 - 16:00.
  • Saturday to Sunday 10:00 - 16:00.

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Location

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

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located on Church Street.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 370cm x 450cm (12ft 2in x 14ft 9in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 2m (2yd 7in) from the car park lift.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the car park lift.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are level changes with no dropped kerbs.
  • 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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Level Change (Car Park)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading off the car park.
• There is/are 7 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not 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 the left going up.
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Lift (Car Park)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the car park.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is approximately 106m (115yd 2ft) from the museum/information centre.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 130cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 3in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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• Comments View
  • This platform lift makes a short level change from the car park to the church grounds.
  • The platform lift needs to be operated by a member of staff. Please ring 07796 336 120 for assistance when you arrive.

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Outside Access (Main Gate Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on Priory Street.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 230cm (7ft 7in).

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Level Change (Main Gate Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.

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• Comments View
  • There is no drop down kerb for access on to the pavement for this entrance.

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Outside Access (Museum/Information Centre Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located immediately beyond the main gates.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 137cm (4ft 6in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 105cm (3ft 5in).

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Level Change (Museum/Information Centre Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located in front of and beyond the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 137cm (4ft 6in).

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Outside Access (Chapter House Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are light.
• The width of the door opening is 118cm (3ft 10in).

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Level Change (Chapter House Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.

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Outside Access (St Mary's Tower Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 64cm (2ft 1in).

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Level Change (St Mary's Tower Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
• There is/are 1 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are shallow (2cm - 10cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).

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Outside Access (Accessible and Standard Toilets Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 64cm (2ft 1in).

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Level Change (Accessible and Standard Toilets Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Inside Access (Museum / Information Centre)

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
• The system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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• Comments View
  • The floor surface in the entrance lobby is very uneven and maybe unsuitable for wheelchair users without assistance.

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Inside Access (Chapter House)

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are low.

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• Comments View
  • The Chapter House was built around 1150 and is still used as a place of worship.

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Other Floors (Refectory)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Other View
  • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the refectory.
• Comments View
  • The Refectory is the space where monks from the Priory would eat.

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Other Floors (St Mary's Tower)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are Ground to Tower.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are low.
• Other View
  • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the tower.
• Comments View
  • There are 101 steps to the top of St Mary's Tower with it's breathtaking views across the River Mersey.

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Museum

• Exhibits can be audio described.
• Tactile signage for exhibits is not available.
• Braille signage for exhibits is not available.
• Touch tours are available.
• Video tours are not available.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.

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  • Admission to the church, church grounds and museum is free.

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Churchyard Paths

• Pathways around the churchyard leading to entrances consist of slabs, trodden earth, gravel & loose chippings. Wheelchair users may need assistance in some areas.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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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 2m (2yd 7in) from the accessible and standard toilets entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the main courtyard.
  • There is not 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 by sliding.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 213cm (4ft 10in x 6ft 12in).
  • 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 78cm (2ft 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 not available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 not a toilet roll holder.
  • 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 good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the main courtyard.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the accessible and standard toilets entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service cannot be requested.