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Introduction

• Services/facilities within the building include:.
• Level 1 - bowls green, studio 1, squash courts 1, 2, and 3 and accessible and standard toilets.
• Level 2 - squash courts 4 and 5, team zone-3G pitch.
• Level 3 - entrance and exit, reception, enquiries lounge, playzone, day nursery and creché.
• Level 4 - swimming pools, poolside sauna and steam room, standard and accessible swimming room changing rooms, standard sports changing rooms, energy and fitness zones.
• Level 5 - fitness centre, accessible toilet and shower, standard toilets, sports hall, conference suite and climbing wall.
• Level 6 - studio 1 and overflow gym.

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Location

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

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - Level 3)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are single (with a locked extension leaf).
• The width of the door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 158cm (5ft 2in).
• Comments View
  • There is a separate exit door.
  • The doors is single.
  • The doors is automatic.
  • The doors is 85cm.

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Level Change (Main Entrance - Level 3)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located on Brixton Station Road.
• 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 on Brixton Station Road.
• There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• 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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Reception

• The desk/counter is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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• Comments View
  • There are security barriers and a security gate to the left of reception to access the majority of the building.
  • The width of the security gates is 54cm and the width of the security gate is 110cm.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• This venue does play background music/noise.
• Music/noise is played in the fitness suites and studios.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Level Change (Studio 2 - Level 1)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located ahead as you enter the studio.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the left as you enter the studio.
• There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
• The step(s) is/are 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 the right going up.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Level Change (Bowls Green - Level 1)

• There are several shallow steps that lead onto the bowling green.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps do not have handrails.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1-2-3-4-5-6.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Escalators View
  • Escalator(s) can be used to access other floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by escalator are 3-4.
  • The escalators steps are not clearly marked.
  • The foot and head of the escalators are not clearly marked.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left as you face reception.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1-2-3-4-5-6.
• The lift is approximately 23m (25yd 6in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 109cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 135cm x 195cm (4ft 5in x 6ft 5in).
• 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 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 bright.

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Fitness Suite (Level 5)

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the fifth floor.
  • The fitness suite is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • Level access is by lift.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are double.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The opening is 132cm wide.
• IFI Accredited Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite has attained IFI level two.
  • A number of staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equality Training.
  • IFI accredited equipment is available.
  • For example: upright cycle, recumbent cycle, upper body ergometer, leg curl and upper body multi-station.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is not level access to all of the equipment.
  • Link to IFI websitehttp://www.efds.co.uk/inclusive_fitness.
• Comments View
  • There are various sets of steps in the fitness suite that lead to different levels of gym equipment.
  • There is also an overflow fitness suite on level 6. This fitness suite is 4m from the lift on level 6.
  • There are double width (150cm) heavy doors to access.

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Swimming Pool (Main Pool)

• There is not level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is hydraulic.
• There are steps into the swimming pool.
• There are 6 steps.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.

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• Comments View
  • There are 15 deep steps, with a handrail on the left, that lead from the poolside, up through the fitness suite on level 5 and into the viewing gallery.

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Swimming Pool (Children's / Training Pool)

• There is not 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 hydraulic.
• There are not steps into the swimming pool.
• There is not a ladder type entrance into the water.

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Standard Changing Room (Swimming Pool - Male (Level 4))

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lift.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the swimming pool.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on level 4.
• There is not 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.

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Accessible Shower (Swimming Pool - Male (Level 4))

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the standard male changing rooms on level 4.
• 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
• Other facilities available include; drop down rails.
• There is not level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Standard Changing Room (Swimming Pool - Female)

• There is not 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.

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• Comments View
  • At the time of survey, it was not possible to access the changing area.

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Level Change (Swimming Pool Changing Rooms)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond the changing room doors.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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• Comments View
  • There is an additional moderate slope that runs throughout the changing areas.

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Standard Changing Room (Sports/Fitness Suite - Female (Level 4))

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the lift.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on level 4.
• 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 2 medium steps.

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Accessible Toilet (Swimming Pool - Male)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located within the standard male changing area.
  • There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is not a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 212cm x 244cm (6ft 11in x 8ft).
  • 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 is 190cm (6ft 3in).
  • 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 fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • 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 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 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 poor.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • Patrons must bring their own radar key.

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Accessible Toilet (Swimming Pool - Female)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located within the standard changing room area on level 4.
  • There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is not a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 252cm x 261cm (8ft 3in x 8ft 7in).
  • 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 is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not 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 not available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • 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 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 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 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 poor.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • The facility also contains an accessible shower with adjustable shower head, grab and drop down rails and a flip down seat with a height of 49cm.
  • Patrons must bring their own radar key.

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Accessible Toilet (Level 5 Fitness Suite)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right after you enter the fitness suite on level 5.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
• Comments View
  • The facility also contains an accessible shower.
  • At the time of survey, the facility was in use.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Fitness Suite - Level 5)

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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 after you enter the fitness suite on level 5.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right after you enter the fitness suite on level 5.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • Additional standard toilets are located on level 1.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.