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Howard Stand Upper Tier

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

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Access To (Upper Howard Stand)

  • The Upper Howard Stand is located on the south side of the cricket ground, on the fourth floor.
  • View information on Headingley Stadium - Parking, Getting In and Getting Around (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and a lift.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access via lift to the upper level.
  • The lift bypasses the steps.
  • There are 20+ steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Staircase 3 at the west end of the stand provides alternative access to the lift.
  • There are double manual doors which open towards you.
  • One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
  • The width of the opening is 88cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female step-free toilet facilities are located at the east end of the stand, behind the seating area.
    • The male step-free toilet facilities are located at the west end of the stand, behind the seating area.
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located at the east end of the stand, behind the seating area.

Stand

  • There is step-free level access throughout the concourse.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • There are standard toilets and baby changing facilities available.
  • There are food and drink counters situated along the concourse.
  • There are not designated spaces for wheelchair users within this stand.
  • Access to the Main Spectator Seating View
    • There is stepped access to the main spectator seating.
    • There are 20+ steps with handrails on both sides.
    • The handrails are easy to grip.
    • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the highest step is 19cm.
    • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.

Food and Drink

  • The food and drink counters are located at the rear of the seating area.
  • The food and drink counter is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access to the food and drink counters.
  • The counter is not between the recommended heights of 95cm - 110cm.
  • The counter does not have a lowered section.
  • Menus are wall-mounted and digital.
  • The following are available: takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
  • Assistance is available when ordering food and drink.

Standard Toilet Facilities (Female)

  • The toilets are located at the east end of the stand, behind the seating area.
  • The distance from the lift is 60m.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the toilets.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
  • There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
  • The wash basin has a push tap.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Toilet Facilities (Male)

  • The toilets are located at the west end of the stand, behind the seating area.
  • The distance from the lift is 23m.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the toilets.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The width of the door opening is 120cm.
  • There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
  • There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
  • The wash basin has a push tap.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room

  • The room surveyed is located at the west end of the stand, behind the seating area.
  • The distance from the lift is 80m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 90cm.
  • There is a toilet, a wash basin, a hand dryer and a mirror in the room.
  • The wash basin has a push tap.
  • The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • A RADAR key is required to access the room.