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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the grounds include The Hive housing the Hex Hotel, eateries including Wilds Café Bistro, Evolution Experience Restaurant, Uproar Play Barn, various independent shops and a conference centre.
  Beyond the Yorkshire Wildlife Park Entrance there are themed animal areas, further eateries and an education centre.
  There is also a campsite within the grounds.
• Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Visitors Entrance - The Hive link (new tab) - click here.
• Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Into Africa link (new tab) - click here.
• Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Lion Country link (new tab) - click here.
• Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Monkey Playhouse - Outlook Conference Suite link (new tab) - click here.
• Yorkshire Wildlife Park - iCaramba link (new tab) - click here.
• Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Safari Village link (new tab) - click here.

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• Comments View
  • For Information on the changing places, and additional accessible and standard toilets please see the separate guide Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Visitors Entrance - The Hive.

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Opening Times

• Opening times for the venue vary according to bookings/events taking place.

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Location

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

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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 building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • There is/are 0 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • 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 loose chippings.
  • The car park surface is loose chippings.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • This car park is for the Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Education Centre and Priority Pass Holders only.
  • All other visitors will be directed to the Yorkshire Wildlife Park Visitors Entrance - The Hive Car Park.

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Outside Access (Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Education Centre)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 170cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • There are no doors at this entrance.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm.
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives direct access to the rear of the Safari Store in the Safari Village.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 2m (2yd 7in) from the entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access (Safari Store)

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

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  • There are table and chairs without armrests at the rear of the store.
  • The height of the tables is 74cm.

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Outside Access (Safari Store Exit - Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the Safari Store.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 162cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located beyond the Safari Store Exit - Entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Education Centre

• Photographs 1 to 7 show the Education Centre with three classrooms to the right as you exit the Safari Store.
• The doors to these classrooms are single, 85cm wide, open towards you and may be difficult to open.
• There are two additional classrooms in the grounds that were in use on the day of the surveyors visit and could not be photographed (07/02/22).

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Outside Access (Monkey Playhouse - Outlook Conference Centre)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, to the right of the Safari Village.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) both ways.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 152cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Comments View
  • There are two sets of similar doors at this entrance.
  • This building is approximately 50m directly ahead and to the left as you leave the Safari Store.

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Inside Access (Monkey Playhouse - Outlook Conference Suite)

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

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  • The Outlook Conference Suite and the Gallery Suite are located on the first floor of the venue.
  • There are a set of double doors that open away from you, are easy to open and have a width of 160cm to enter either suite.
  • The conference suites are accessed via stairs or lift.
  • The Gallery Suite is also used as an overspill classroom for the School Education Centre and as an overspill for the Monkey Playhouse Café at weekends and during school holidays.

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Eating and Drinking (Monkey Playhouse Cafe)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located within the Monkey Playhouse and Outlook Conference Suite.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the Monkey Playhouse - Outlook Conference Centre entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 108cm (3ft 7in).
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

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  • There are other eateries within the Safari Village. Please see the separate Access Guide for the Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Safari Village.

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Accessible Toilet (Monkey Playhouse and Outlook Conference Suite)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the Monkey Playhouse - Outlook Conference Suite entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter.
  • 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 locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 190cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 3in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a lateral transfer space.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 170cm and 182cm from the floor.
• 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 47cm (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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• 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.
  • 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 this accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • There are other accessible toilets in the Safari Village.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Monkey Playhouse and Outlook Conference Suite)

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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 left as you enter.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the Monkey Playhouse - Outlook Conference Suite 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 as you enter.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the Monkey Playhouse - Outlook Conference Suite entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the male toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the standard female and male toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 89cm (2ft 11in).

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Other Floors (Monkey Playhouse and Outlook Conference Suite)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Lift (Monkey Playhouse and Outlook Conference Suite)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead as you enter.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• The lift is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the Monkey Playhouse - Outlook Conference Centre entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 140cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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Changing Places (Safari Village Toilet Block)

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located to the left as you leave the Safari Store.
  • The facility is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Education Centre entrance.
  • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • The facility is not located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
  • There is level access to the facility.
  • The facility surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall .
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 189cm x 205cm.
  • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
  • There is not a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the walls and floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on one side only.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • Dropdown rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on the left.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • As you face the toilet the vertical grab rail is on the right.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall .
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 90cm.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the toilet seat and pan.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 150cm (4ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
• Shower Details View
  • There is not a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
• Other Facilities View
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • The height of the wash basin is 70cm.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 84cm.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 97cm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is a/are sanitary and clinical waste disposal units.
  • There is not an emergency alarm for the facility.
  • There is not a coat hook.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • The height of the baby change is 70cm.
  • Access to the baby change in this area is obstructed by the changing bench.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Safari Village Toilet Block)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left as you exit the Safari Store.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Education Centre entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the standard female and male toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 75cm (2ft 6in).
• Comments View
  • There are other standard toilets within the Safari Village. Please see the Access Guide for the Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Safari Village.

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Level Change (Safari Village Toilet Block)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located leading to the safari toilet block - left.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the right as you face the entrance.
• There is/are 4 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Additional Info

• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• The assistance dog toilet area is located in the car park area.