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Headingley Stadium - Parking, Getting In and Getting Around

Yorkshire County Cricket Club, Headingley Stadium, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3DP

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Stadium Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 10+ toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located on the outside of the Family Stand, North East Stand, Western Terrace, Howard Stand Pitchside and in the Howard Stand Concourse.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • There are also toilets with adaptations within the hospitality areas in the Headingley Pavilion and Seat Unique Pavilion.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are located within some of the standard toilets.
    • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located on the outside of the Family Stand, North East Stand, Western Terrace, Howard Stand, in the Howard Stand Concourse and in the Howard Stand - Upper.
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • The Changing Places toilet facilities are located in the Howard Stand Concourse.
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within some of the standard toilets.

Parking (Car Park F - Non Match Day and Match Day)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located off St Michael's Lane.
    • The stadium is clearly visible from the car park.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • An area of the car park designated for Blue Badge holders will be made available on match days. The number of bays may vary.
  • Event Day Information View
    • The following information relates to the parking available on a matchday.
    • This car park is for Blue Badge holders, home supporters and visiting supporters.
    • Standard parking bays can be used for Blue Badge holders.
    • Parking is not free on a matchday.
    • There is a steward available for assistance on a matchday.
    • View more information on booking parking (opens new tab).
    • For international games and other major matches, a buggy service operates to transit spectators who are unable to navigate the distance from Car Park F to the turnstiles. The buggy service will not operate after the game until the crowds from St Michael’s Lane have dispersed.
      There is also match day parking available at Car Park K and other nearby car parks, this will vary depending on the competition.

Parking (Car Parks A and H - Non Match Day)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located off St Michael's Lane.
    • The stadium is clearly visible from the car park.
    • The car park is open air/surface and sheltered.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 250cm (width) x 480cm (depth).
    • The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
    • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
    • The Blue Badge parking bays are located in Car Park H, there is one space with the hatch markings on one side and the rear.
      There is no Blue Badge parking in Car Park A.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There are 2 electric vehicle charging points.
    • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Turnstiles (Kirkstall Lane)

  • The turnstiles are located off Kirkstall Lane.
  • All turnstiles are clearly signed.
  • Assistance is available at the turnstiles.
  • There is step-free access via slope.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There is a fixed ticket reader.
  • The fixed ticket reader height is 140cm from the floor.
  • The width of the turnstile opening is 53cm.
  • The turnstile surveyed can be overcome by using Kirkstall Lane access point gates.
  • There is step-free access via slope as you enter.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.

Access Point (Kirkstall Lane)

  • This access point is located off Kirkstall Lane.
  • The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
  • The access point is not clearly signed.
  • There are handheld ticket readers.
  • Assistance is available at the access point.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There are two sets of gates supporters can use to bypass the turnstiles.
    One of the gates is 95cm wide and the other is over 300cm wide.
    Spectators with accessible needs should make themselves known to stewards on gates so wait times in queues can be mitigated.

Turnstiles (St Michael's Lane)

  • The turnstiles are located off St Michael's Lane.
  • All turnstiles are clearly signed.
  • Assistance is available at the turnstiles.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There is a fixed ticket reader.
  • The fixed ticket reader height is 140cm from the floor.
  • The width of the turnstile opening is 53cm.
  • The turnstile surveyed can be overcome by using St Michael's Lane access point gates.

Access Point (St Michael's Lane)

  • This access point is located off St Michael's Lane.
  • The access point is not clearly signed.
  • There are handheld ticket readers.
  • Assistance is available at the access point.
  • There is step-free level access.
  • There are two sets of gates supporters can use to bypass the turnstiles.
    One of the gates is 105cm wide and the other is over 300cm wide.
    Spectators with accessible needs should make themselves known to stewards on gates so wait times in queues can be mitigated.

Outer Concourse and Walkways

  • There is step-free access on the walkways around the grounds.
    There are slight slopes on the walkways under the Howard Stand, alongside parts of the Western Terrace and alongside the North East Stand.
  • There are food and drink kiosks located around the grounds.
  • There is clear directional signage.
  • There is a stadium plan/map.
  • There is a steward available for assistance on a matchday.

Outer Concourse and Walkways

Food and Drink

  • Food and drink counters are located all around the walkways.
  • The food and drink counters are clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access to the food and drink counters.
  • There is step-free access via ramp to some of the food and drink counters.
  • There is stepped access to some of the food and drink counters.
  • The counters are between the recommended heights of 95cm - 110cm.
  • There are lowered sections at some of the food and drink counters.
  • The lowered sections are between the recommended heights of 76cm - 86cm.
  • Menus are wall-mounted.
  • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.

Room (The East Stand - Multi-Faith Room)

  • The room is located to the right after you enter the stand.
  • The distance from the East Stand entrance is 2m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Additional facilities/services include: ritual washing facilities.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Changing Places (Howard Stand - Lower Tier Concourse - First Floor - Transfer Both Sides)

  • Location and Access View
    • The Changing Places facility surveyed is located on the first floor, at the rear east end of the concourse.
    • The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
    • The distance from the lift is 98m.
    • The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial, written text and dementia friendly signage on or near the door.
    • A RADAR key is required for access to this facility.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
    • The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
    • The dimensions of the facility are 335cm (width) x 394cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
  • Toilet Details View
    • There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however the right side is obstructed.
    • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 78cm.
    • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 174cm.
    • There is a spatula flush on the right transfer side.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
    • The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
    • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
  • Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
    • The changing bench is wall mounted and height adjustable.
    • The length of the changing bench is 170cm.
    • The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
  • Other Facilities View
    • There is a height adjustable wash basin.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 85cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • A wide paper roll dispenser is not available.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 79cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The facility has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • A privacy screen is not available.
    • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Block XA - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located in the right rear corner of Block XA.
    • The distance from the designated seating in Block XA is 8m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial, written text and dementia friendly signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
    • The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 154cm (width) x 249cm (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 90cm (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 high visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • 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 high visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 87cm 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 rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 90cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 80cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.