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East Greenwich Library
203-207 Woolwich Road
Greenwich
London
SE10 0RL
Tel: 020 8858 6656
Web: http://www.eastgreenwichlibrary.org
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 14:00 - 19:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 13:00 |
| Tuesday | 14:00 - 17:30 |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 13:00 |
| Friday | 14:00 - 17:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 13:00 |
| Saturday | 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the area.
This venue is situated in East Greenwich.
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.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are not available.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
There is not level access to the service.
The bell is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open away from you (push).
The doors are double width.
The doors are permanently held open.
The door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in) wide.
No Level Access (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the entrance.
There are 2 steps to the area/service.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
The ramp bypasses the steps.
Reception
The reception desk is 15m (16yd) 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.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are bright.
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 1-14 days to process an order.
The library does 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 available for computer users.
A height adjustable table is not available for computer users.
Other computer auxiliary aids include adjustable chairs.
Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes magnifying sheets.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 2m (6ft 6in) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the right hand side as you enter.
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 a radar key.
The key can be obtained from the reception desk.
The door opens inwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 86cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 218cm x 256cm (7ft 1in x 8ft 4in).
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 155cm (5ft 1in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is not a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is lever.
There is a mixer tap.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
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 the left.
There is not a shelf within the adapted toilet.
There are not mirrors in the adapted toilet.
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 placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
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 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 fair.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are medium.
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located within the adapted toilet.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 100cm (3ft 3in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are not available.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents are available in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Staff are not Type Talk aware.
