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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Swimming Pool, Swimming Lessons (adult & child), Fitness Studio x 3, Fitness Gym, Sports Hall, Children's Dance Lessons, Children's Parties, Viewing Area, Sales of swimming equipment and swimwear.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include Golf Shop which is run by My Time and access is via the exterior of the building.

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Location

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

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Opening Times

• Monday 06:00 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 06:00 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 06:00 - 22:00.
• Thursday 06:00 - 22:00.
• Friday 06:00 - 21:00.
• Saturday 07:00 - 18:00.
• Sunday 07:00 - 18:00.

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  • At weekends, access after 16:00hrs is for members only. Reception is not staffed after that time.

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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.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 10+ Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 253cm x 470cm (8ft 4in x 15ft 5in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 32m (34yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • 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 a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Comments View
  • There is an area of the car park which is shared with the Golf Club. This car park has a height restriction barrier of 2m.

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Outside Access

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 166cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 155cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located leading up to the entrance doors.
  • 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.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the main entrance doors.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Turnstiles

• There are two turnstile barriers with a height of 82cm and a width of 49cm.
• There is an accessible barrier with a height of 92cm and a width of 90cm.
• The accessible barrier is operated by the reception staff.

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Inside Access

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

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Swimming Pool (Children's Pool)

• There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is not a wet side chair available.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is manual.
• There are steps into the swimming pool.
• There are 3 steps.
• The steps do not have handrails.
• There is not a ladder type entrance into the water.

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  • This pool can be accessed via the main pool.

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Swimming Pool (Main Pool)

• There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is not a wet side chair available.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is manual.
• There are not steps into the swimming pool.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.

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  • The main pool can also be accessed via the children's pool which has 3 steps.
  • There is a flume which is accessed by a set of 15 steps, then a turn, then 14 more steps. The first step is 26cm and the remaining steps are 19cm.

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First Aid Room - Pool Side

• This room is accessed from the pool side. Entry is via a single door which opens away (push), may be difficult to open and has a width of 70cm.
• There is a free standing couch which is not adjustable and has a height of 77cm and a length of 180cm.

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Fitness Suite (Gym)

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located via the venue main corridor to left of the seating area in the foyer.
  • The fitness suite is 39m (42yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are double.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The opening is 175cm wide.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
  • Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes Scifit (for upper body strength) and weights.
  • A portable hearing assistance system is not available for induction.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Comments View
  • Some of the equipment has tactile markings.

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Sports Hall

• Entry to the Sports Hall is via two sets of double doors, with a corridor in between. Each door opens towards you (pull) and may be difficult to open. Both have a width of 173cm.

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Studio One

• This room is used for fitness classes. It is 47m from the main entrance and accessed via the seating area.
• Entry is via double doors which open away from you (push) and may be difficult to open. The opening width is 177cm.

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Studio Two

• This room is used for fitness classes. It is 31m from the entrance, which is accessed via the main corridor to the left before the seating area.
• Entry is via double doors which open towards you (pull) and may be difficult to open. The opening width is 182cm.

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Studio Three

• This room is used for fitness classes. It is located 4m from the entrance and is opposite Reception.
• Entry is via double doors which open away from you (push) and may be difficult to open. The opening width is 182cm.

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Fixed Seating Area

• Tables and seats are fixed with table height at 73cm and seats (without armrests) at a height of 43cm
• There are vending machines available.

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Level Change (Café and Viewing Area)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located between the Fixed Seating Area and the Café and Viewing Area.
• The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 114cm (3ft 9in).
• The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).

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Eating and Drinking (Café M)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located by the pool viewing area to the rear of the venue.
• The bar does serve food.
• Full table service is available.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The standard height for tables is 76cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Children are welcomed in the bar area.
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold drinks and snacks.

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Opening Times (Café M)

• Monday 15:00 - 19:30.
• Tuesday 15:00 - 19:30.
• Wednesday 15:00 - 19:30.
• Thursday 15:00 - 19:30.
• Friday 15:00 - 19:30.
• Saturday 11:00 - 15:00.
• Sunday 11:00 - 15:00.

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  • The opening hours above are during school term times. In the school holidays the times change to 11:00hrs - 19.30hrs.

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Entrance Door from Viewing Area to Pool

• There are automatic double doors from the viewing area to the pool with a width of 182cm. They are located 52m from the main entrance.

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Standard Changing Room (Female - Dry Change)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located along the venue main corridor to the right.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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  • Entry is via two sets of doors. The first set of doors have a width of 145cm and the second set of doors have a width of 149cm.
  • Lockers require a padlock to secure. The height of the highest locker is 140cm and the lowest locker is 50cm.
  • There are toilets and shower facilities available.

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Standard Changing Room (Male - Dry Change)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 55m (60yd 5in) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located via the main corridor to the left, past the seating area.
• 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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  • Entry is via a single door with a locked extension and has a width of 89cm.
  • Toilets and showers are available.
  • Access to the showers also have a slight slope downwards after the step which has a height of 12cm.
  • Access to the toilet and urinals is via a step which has a height of 12cm.

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Standard Changing Room (Pool Change)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located via the main corridor and to the left of the fixed seating area.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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Standard Changing Room (Steps - Pool Side)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 83m (90yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is not level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Steps - Pool Side
• Shower facilities are not available within the changing room(s).

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Step(s) (Pool Side)

• There is a/are step(s) located to the rear of the main pool.
• The step(s) is/are used to access the accessible changing rooms and the other side of the pool. Please note the accessible changing room (pool side) can be accessed via the other side of the children's and main pool, via a slight ramp.
• There is/are 6 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
• The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
• Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• Handrails are easy to grip.
• Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are low.

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Accessible Changing Room (Pool Side)

• There are accessible changing rooms available.
• The accessible changing room is located to the rear of the main pool.
• The facility is 130m (142yd 6in) from the main entrance.
• The door opens outwards.
• The width of the door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 287cm x 212cm (9ft 5in x 6ft 11in).
• The toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
• There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.
• The accessible changing room has a manual hoist.
• There is a changing bench.
• The facility changing bench is free standing.
• The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
• The length of the bench is 183cm (6ft).
• There is not a wheel in shower.

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  • There are two wheelchairs available.

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Accessible Shower (Female Dry Change)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the Female Dry Changing area.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 56cm (1ft 10in).
• Other facilities available include; drop down rail, changing bench, and alarm.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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  • The accessible shower is within the Female Dry Changing area and 27m from the entrance.
  • There is also a changing bench with a height of 49cm
  • There are coat hooks at a height of 127cm
  • The emergency alarm is not fully functional as the reach is above 10cm from the floor.

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Accessible Toilet (Male Dry Change Corridor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 49m (53yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located via the Male Dry Change Corridor.
  • 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 212cm x 212cm (6ft 11in x 6ft 11in).
  • There is 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 on the left is 146cm.
  • 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 not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are clinical waste 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • 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 good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the accessible toilet (Male Dry Change Corridor).
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • There are also baby change facilities in the family changing rooms in pool side changing area.

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Accessible Toilet (Pool Change)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 72m (78yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located within the Pool Change area.
  • 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 inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 138cm x 207cm (4ft 6in x 6ft 9in).
  • 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 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • 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 not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are 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 can 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 a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • 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 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 moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the family changing rooms.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 71cm (2ft 4in).
• Comments View
  • There are also baby change facilities in the accessible toilet in the Male Dry Changing area corridor.

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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 to the right of the pool side changing entrance.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 48m (52yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the female toilets are moderate to good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left of the Male Dry Changing area corridor.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 47m (51yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the male toilets are low to moderate.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the accessible toilet in the Male Dry Changing area corridor.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
• Comments View
  • There are also baby change facilities in the family changing rooms in the pool side changing area.

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Additional Info

• 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.