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Blackheath Library
Old Dover Road
Blackheath
London
SE3 7BT
Tel: 020 8858 1131
Email: blackheath.library@greenwich.gov.uk
Web: http://www.greenwich.gov.uk/Greenwich/Learning/Libraries/
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 19:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the area.
This venue is situated in Blackheath.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Westcombe Park.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
The nearest underground station is North Greenwich.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
The name of the car park is Old Dover Road Car Park.
The car park is located across the road from the library.
Car park website http://www.greenwich.gov.uk/Greenwich/Travel
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 2m x 6.5m (6ft 6in x 21ft 3in).
On street Blue Badge parking is located outside the main entrance.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are available.
The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 2m x 6m (6ft 6in x 19ft 8in).
Standard marked parking bays are located on Old Dover Road.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located on Old Dover Road.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 103cm (3ft 4in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 96cm (3ft 1in) wide.
No Level Access (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
The width of the ramp or slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
Reception (Returns, Enquiries and Issues)
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
Lighting levels are medium.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
There is a gate, 84cm wide, next to the reception desk leading to the main part of the library.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
Library
This library does not house a regular supply of books in Braille.
This library does house a regular supply of books in large print.
This library does house a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
There is an ordering service.
It takes approximately 7 - 14 days to process an order.
The library does not have computers with accessible software.
Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
A large text keyboard is available for computer users.
A large rollerball mouse is not available for computer users.
A height adjustable table is not available for computer users.
Other computer auxiliary aids include a scanner.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 10m (11yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located opposite the Returns, Enquiries and Issues Desk.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is required for the adapted toilet.
The key is not a radar key.
The key can be obtained from the Returns, Enquiries and Issues Desk.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 79cm (2ft 7in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 142cm x 212cm (4ft 7in x 6ft 11in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted toilet.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 100cm (3ft 3in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is twist/turn.
There is not a mixer tap.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
It is not a push button style of alarm.
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There is not a shelf within the adapted toilet.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (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.
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.
There is a sink.
The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are medium.
The adapted toilet also acts as a standard unisex toilet.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are not available.
The adapted toilet acts as a standard unisex toilet.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
Staff are Type Talk aware.
