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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a gym, sports hall, café and a dance studio.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include an outdoor sports pitch.

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Opening Times

• Monday 07:00 - 21:30.
• Tuesday 07:00 - 21:30.
• Wednesday 07:00 - 21:30.
• Thursday 07:00 - 21:30.
• Friday 07:00 - 21:30.
• Saturday 07:00 - 21:30.
• Sunday 07:00 - 21:30.

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Location

• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Birkenhead Central.
• The nearest underground station is Conway Park.

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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 at the front of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • There is/are 0 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • 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 slopes/ramps.
  • 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 (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) automatically.
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 97cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
  • The width of the door opening is 97cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• Comments View
  • The doors are push pad activated on exiting the building only.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is not 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 bright.

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Level Change (Inside Access)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the left of the reception desk.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 140cm (4ft 7in).

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• Comments View
  • The ramp/slope gives access to the gymnastics room and the café.

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Eating and Drinking (Café/ Lounge Area)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located to the right as you enter.
• The bar does serve food.
• Full table service is not available.
• 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 17m (18yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are wall only.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are not presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

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• Comments View
  • There is a raised section at the rear of the café/lounge with 1, 15cm high step that gives access to the computer area.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G,1,2.
  • 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.
• Other View
  • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the fitness suite, student lounge and offices.

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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the second floor.
  • The fitness suite is 2m (2yd 7in) from the from the top of the stairs and to the left.
  • There is not step free access to the fitness suite.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open away from you (push).
  • The doors are single.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The opening is 72cm wide.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive some training in assisting disabled people.
  • Training provided is in house.
  • Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes a multi gym.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Level Change (Fitness Suite)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located beyond the fitness suite entrance.
• There is/are 2 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Standard Changing Room (Male)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the sports hall.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located to the left as you enter.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is not level access to the shower facilities.
• The shower cubicle(s) / area is / are accessed via a shallow step.

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Standard Changing Room (Female)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the sports hall.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located to the left as you enter.
• There is not level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is not level access to the shower facilities.
• The shower cubicle(s) / area is / are accessed via a medium step.

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Level Change (Female Changing Rooms and Standard Toilets)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located beyond the entrance to the female changing room and toilets.
• There is/are 2 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• 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.

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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 Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located within the female standard changing rooms.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located within the male standard changing rooms.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Sport Pitch

• The sport pitch is accessed via the main building - dance studio entrance.
• Beyond the entrance there is a pathway leading to a set of double gates.
• The gates are heavy, open towards you and measure 130cm wide.
• The pitch has an all weather surface with 2 five-a-side pitches.

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Entrance (Main Building - Dance Studio Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located off the main corridor toward the rear of the main building.

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• Entrance View
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 128cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Comments View
  • The doors are located at the rear of the main building 27m from the main entrance.
  • The doors give access to the Dance studio entrance and the sports pitch.

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Outside Access (Dance Studio)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the main building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 78cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located on the pathway leading to 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 not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.

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Inside Access (Dance Studio)

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

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Standard Changing Room (Male - Dance Studio)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the dance studio entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the dance studio.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located in the dance studio building.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is not level access to the shower facilities.
• The shower cubicle(s) / area is / are accessed via a medium step.

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• Comments View
  • The female standard changing room is identical to the one surveyed.
  • The female changing room is opposite the male changing room, to the left when you enter.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Dance Studio)

• 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 3m (3yd 10in) from the dance studio entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 172cm x 221cm (5ft 8in x 7ft 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 92cm (3ft).
  • 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 not an emergency alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are general domestic 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 118cm (3ft 10in).
  • 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 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 high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • 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 medium.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Dance Studio)

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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 within the standard changing rooms.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the dance studio entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available 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.