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Disabled Access Guide for Dringhouses Library

Wheelchair User Wheelchair Assistance Mobility Impaired Walker Seat Available WC Adapted WC step free access Large Print Assistance Dog Hearing System Fax, Email or Textphone Disability Awareness Training
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Opening Times

DayOpening Times
Monday14:30 - 19:30
Tuesday09:30 - 12:30
Tuesday14:30 - 17:00
WednesdayClosed
Thursday09:30 - 12:30
Thursday14:30 - 17:00
Friday14:30 - 19:30
Saturday09:30 - 12:30
SundayClosed

Parking

This venue does not have its own car park.

On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.

There are 5 parking spaces immediately outside of library subject to availability.

Outside Access

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There is level access to the service.

The main doors open automatically.

The door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in) wide.

Reception

The reception desk is 6m (19ft 8in) from the front entrance.

There is level access to reception from the entrance.

The reception desk is low.

Lighting levels are bright.

There is a hearing assistance system.

The hearing system is a fixed loop.

Staff are trained to use the hearing system.

Inside Access

There is level access to the service.

There is a hearing assistance system.

The system is a fixed loop.

Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.

The lighting levels are low.

Adapted Toilet

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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.

Features and dimensions of adapted toilets

A key is not required for the adapted toilet.

The door opens outwards.

The door is locked by a sliding bolt.

The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 213cm x 179cm (6ft 11in x 5ft 10in).

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 are mirrors in the adapted toilet.

Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.

Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets

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.

Additional Information

Staff do receive disability awareness training.

Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.