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Whitby Holiday Park

Whitby Holiday Park, Saltwick Bay, Whitby, Yorkshire, YO22 4JX

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Overview

  • About View
    • Whitby Holiday Park is a family-owned holiday park located on the coastline of North Yorkshire. There is a wide selection of accommodation options, including touring and motorhome pitches, glamping pods and holiday homes for hire and for sale.
    • Facilities available in the venue include: bar and bistro, children's play area, site shop, launderette and utility room.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • Access throughout may include uneven surfaces.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • There is seating available.
    • There is a portable hearing assistance system on request.
    • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: mobility scooter charging facilities.
    • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
    • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
    • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.
    • Staff receive the following training: First Aid and Disability Awareness.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located next to the ladies shower block and in the Jet Bar and Bistro.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are located next to the ladies shower block and in the Jet Bar and Bistro.
    • The male toilet facilities are located to the right side of the reception area.
    • The female toilet facilities are located to the left side of the reception area.
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the Toilets with Adaptations next to the ladies shower block and in the Jet Bar and Bistro.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • The shower facilities which have adaptations are located to the left side of the reception area in the Toilet with Adaptations.
    • Standard shower facilities are located on both sides of the reception area.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the front and sides of the reception building.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac and block paving.
    • There is 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay available.
    • The Blue Badge bay is clearly marked.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 300cm (width) x 300cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 4m from the reception door.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a lift and a very easy slope.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
    • There are mobile home hard standings located close to the reception.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is a designated drop-off point available.
    • The designated drop-off point is located near the reception area.

Entrance (Reception and Shop)

  • This entrance is located on the right side of the road.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Reception (including Shop)

  • The reception is located to the left side after entering.
  • The distance from the entrance is 3m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 121cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 74cm.
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system on request.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: sofas.

Camping and Caravanning

  • There are more than 10 pitches available.
  • There is step-free level access into the pitch area.
  • Pitch areas consist of concrete or tarmac, gravel and uncompacted earth.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • Footpaths consist of concrete or tarmac, loose chippings and grass.
  • Parking areas are allocated to each pitch area.
  • Electric hook-up points are available which are between 75cm and 120cm from ground level.
  • The access road around the site has designated crossing points.
  • Amenities and Facilities View
    • The following facilities are available: a toilet block, a shower block, shops, beach access, a playground, a cafe, water and toilet disposal, pet-friendly facilities, service dog friendly facilities, a dog washing station, a laundrette, dish washing facilities, heating facilities, WiFi, fire extinguishers, waste disposal points and recycling facilities.
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: selected camping spaces.
    • There is a twist/turn drinking water tap which is 90cm from the floor.
    • There is a twist/turn non-drinking water tap which is 90cm from the floor.
    • The sink is 90cm from the floor.
    • A lowered sink is not available.
    • The chemical waste disposal unit is 80cm from the floor.
    • There is a fenced off area with shower for washing dogs.

Utility Room (Pot Wash Facility)

  • The utility room is located to the side of the Jet Bistro and Bar.
  • There is step-free access via ramp into the utility room.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 70cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 82cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • The sink is 82cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has a lever tap.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Access To (Jet Bar and Bistro and Launderette)

  • The distance from the reception is 20m.
  • The most accessible route has a steep ramp or slope and manual doors.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the right going up.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • There are 2 steps with a central handrail.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 12cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.

Laundry Room (Launderette)

  • The laundry room is located next to Jet Bistro and Bar.
  • There is step-free access via ramp into the laundry room.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Facilities within the room include a wash basin, a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: washing machine and tumble dryer.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Eating and Drinking (Jet Bar and Bistro)

  • Location and Service View
    • The most accessible route has steep ramps or slopes.
    • This area has a bar where food and drink can be ordered, colleagues who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus are handheld.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The bar was surveyed.
    • The counter is located ahead after entering.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 117cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, sofas, benches, stools and high stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer - Jet Bar and Bistro)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located to the far, right side of the bar area.
    • The distance from the entrance is 5m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and a slight ramp or slope.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 83cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 227cm (width) x 160cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 115cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 46cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 92cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 112cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 108cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 84cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Seating Area (Jet Bar and Bistro Veranda)

  • The seating area is located outside the Jet Bar and Bistro.
  • The seating area is covered.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has steep ramps or slopes.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There may be background noise in this area.

Toilet with Adaptations (Left of Reception - Right Hand Transfer with Shower)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located to the left side of the Reception.
    • The distance from the Reception is 14m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has a slight ramp or slope.
    • There is step-free access via ramp into the facility.
    • The ramp has a steep gradient.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 79cm.
    • The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 256cm (width) x 250cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 190cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 102cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 114cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a clinical waste bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 125cm from the floor.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 86cm.
    • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Shower with Adaptations (Inside Toilet with Adaptations (Left of Reception))

  • Location and Access View
    • The shower surveyed is located inside the toilet with adaptations to the left of reception.
    • The distance from reception is 14m.
    • The most accessible route to the shower has a slight ramp or slope.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a fixed height shower head.
    • The shower controls are push.
    • There is a shower seat.
    • The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • There is a grab rail for the shower.
    • The grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Access To (Private Beach)

  • This is a challenging footpath for any visitor, leading to the beach below the site.
  • The distance from the reception is 250m.
  • The most accessible route has steep ramps or slopes, steps, uneven surfaces and narrow walkways.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.

Outdoor Spaces (Playground)

  • The following is available in this area: a playground, a playground with play equipment, a grassed play area and a toilet block.
  • Outdoor areas consist of wood bark, grass and sand.
  • There are no footpaths.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: some of the play equipment.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.
  • Playground View
    • There is a play area with an access point over 100cm wide.
    • There is a route around the play equipment which is firm and even, and is at least 150cm wide.
    • The play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
    • The following play experiences are available: swinging, sliding, rocking, rotating, climbing, balancing, crawling, viewing, sensory (visual, audible, or tactile), fitness and social play.