Access Guide
Introduction
- Related link Civic Centre Council Headquarters.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/north-lanarkshire-council/access-guides/civic-centre-council-headquarters
- Related link Motherwell Concert Hall.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/north-lanarkshire-council/access-guides/motherwell-concert-hall
Location
- There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
- The nearest National Rail station is Motherwell.
Opening Times
- Monday 09:00 - 16:45.
- Tuesday 09:00 - 16:45.
- Wednesday 09:00 - 16:45.
- Thursday 09:00 - 16:45.
- Friday 09:00 - 16:45.
- Saturday Closed.
- Sunday Closed.
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- Opening times vary depending upon events and performances.
- There is a ticket office on the Airbles Road (Concert Hall) side of this building open from 09:00-17:00 Monday-Friday and 10:00-14:00 on Saturdays.
Parking
- The venue does have its own car park.
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Venue Car Park
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- 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.
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
- There is/are 6 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 350cm x 550cm (11ft 6in x 18ft 1in).
- The nearest Blue Badge bay is 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The furthest Blue Badge bay is 48m (52yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- 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 slopes/ramps.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
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Comments
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- There are also several additional designated bays in the shared Civic Centre car park off Camp Street on the first floor level.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
- 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 double.
- The width of the door opening is 148cm (4ft 10in).
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Second set of doors
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- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The width of the door opening is 148cm (4ft 10in).
Level Change (Main Entrance)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp or slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
- 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.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 125cm (4ft 1in).
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
- There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
Outside Access
Outside Access (First Floor Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building near the Civic Building.
- There is not level access into the venue.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).
Level Change (First Floor Entrance)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp or slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- 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 1 step(s) to the area/service.
- 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).
Inside Access
- There is level access to the service(s).
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The system is a portable loop.
- Staff are trained to use the system.
- This venue does play background music.
- Music is played in the theatre.
- Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
- The lighting levels are adjustable.
Other Floors
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Steps
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- 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 (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- There is a landing.
- The lighting levels are bright.
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Comments
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- There are similar further stairs to the rear of the dressing rooms.
Lift (Main)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located to the right as you enter.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
- The lift is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 132cm x 144cm (4ft 4in x 4ft 9in).
- 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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Comments
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- There is an automatic single door which opens towards you when appoaching the lift.
- On the first floor the level access theatre door is to the right from the lift.
Counter (Ticket Desk)
- The counter is 19m (20yd 2ft) from the lift.
- There is level access to the counter from the entrance.
- There is a lowered section.
- The height of the counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- Lighting levels are medium.
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Comments
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- Level access is via lift to the first floor.
Theatre
- There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
- Designated seating is located the front row.
- Wheelchairs are left with the patron.
- A companion may sit with you.
- Companions sit beside you.
- It is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
- This venue does not provide audio described performances.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The hearing system is a fixed loop.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- The rows suitable for hearing assistance systems are all rows.
- There is a wheelchair to borrow.
- To borrow a wheelchair,contact a member of staff.
- Concessions are available.
- Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.
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Comments
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- Performances can vary depending upon bookings, with sensory performances and a regular BSL pantomime hosted here.
- There is an on stage hoist available to assist performers.
Level Change (Rear Theatre)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located between the rear seating.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- The ramp does not have handrails.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 115cm (3ft 9in).
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located leading up into the theatre.
- There is/are 6 step(s) to the area/service.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
- 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 ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
Level Change (Stage)
- There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
- The step(s) is / are located leading up to the stage.
- There is / are 6 step(s) to the area / service.
- The lighting levels at the steps are adjustable.
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is / are deep.
- The steps do not have handrails.
- There is a standard and / or platform lift to access this service.
- The lift does bypass the step(s).
Lift (Stage Lift)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located through to the rear of the ground floor.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are Ground - Stage.
- The lift is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the main 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 94cm x 140cm (3ft 1in x 4ft 7in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not 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.
Eating and Drinking
- The following information is for the cafe/bar.
- The cafe is located on the first floor.
- The bar does serve food.
- Full table service is available.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- No chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is approximately 66m (72yd 6in) from the main lift.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 38cm (1ft 3in).
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 74cm (2ft 5in).
- 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 hand held and wall.
- Menus are not available in Braille.
- Menus are not available in large print.
- Picture menus are not 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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Comments
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- There are bars at either side of the cafe outside the theatre on the first floor.
Level Change (Raised Seating)
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located leading up to a raised seating area.
- There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
Standard Changing Room (Dressing Rooms)
- There are standard changing rooms available.
- The standard changing room is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
- The standard changing room is 35m (38yd 10in) from the stage lift.
- The standard changing rooms are located to the rear left of the ground floor.
- There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
- 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 a medium step.
Accessible Changing Room (Dressing Room 7)
- There are accessible changing rooms available.
- The accessible changing room is located through to the rear left of the ground floor.
- The facility is 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
- The door opens outwards.
- The width of the door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 235cm x 290cm (7ft 9in x 9ft 6in).
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 120cm (3ft 11in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- Wall mounted rails are available.
- The toilet seat is 48cm (1ft 7in) above floor level.
- There is a sink.
- The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the sink is 72cm (2ft 4in).
- The tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
- The emergency alarm is not fully functional.
- The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.
- There is not a changing bench.
- There is a wheel in shower.
- The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip down seat.
- The height of the seat is 46cm (1ft 6in).
Accessible Toilet
- There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.
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Location and Access
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- The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a unisex toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The door is heavy.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 165cm x 240cm (5ft 5in x 7ft 10in).
- There is not 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 left.
- The lateral transfer space is 73cm (2ft 5in).
- 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 fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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 48cm (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).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
- There is a medium 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 good.
- The lighting levels are bright.
Accessible Toilet (First Floor)
- There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.
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Location and Access
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- The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 58m (63yd 1ft) from the lift.
- This accessible toilet is located on the first floor.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a unisex toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The door is heavy.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 165cm x 240cm (5ft 5in x 7ft 10in).
- There is not 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 left.
- The lateral transfer space is 58cm (1ft 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 fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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 48cm (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).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
- There is a medium 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 good.
- The lighting levels are bright.
Standard Toilet(s)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female Toilet(s)
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- The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right as you enter.
- The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
- An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
- Lighting levels are bright.
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Access to Standard Male Toilet(s)
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- The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right as you enter.
- The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
- Lighting levels are bright.
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Baby Change Facilities
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- Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
- Baby change facilities are located near to the standard toilets.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
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Comments
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- There are further standard toilets near the cafe on the first floor.
Additional Info
- Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
- Documents can be requested in Braille.
- Documents can be requested in large print.
- A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
- A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
- This service can be requested.