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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Chafford Hundred.

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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Parking (Car Park 10)

• 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 type is multi storey.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 10+ Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 410cm x 600cm (13ft 5in x 19ft 8in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 100m (109yd 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 a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.
  • There is a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The road is generally quiet.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 200cm (6ft 7in).
• Comments View
  • There are a total of 13,000 free parking spaces, 300 of which are especially reserved for disabled shoppers.
  • There are a total of 12 car parks around the shopping centre.
  • Car parks 9 & 10 have both covered Blue Badge parking and open disabled parking.
  • These car parks are located adjacent to Debenhams.
  • Car park 6 also has open Blue Badge parking.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located to the side of the centre next to Debenhams.
• There is 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 157cm (5ft 2in).

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• Comments View
  • This is the main entrance from car park's 9 & 10.
• Comments View
  • This is the main entrance from car park's 9 & 10.

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Outside Access (Car Park 6 Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the side of the venue.
• 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 150cm (4ft 11in).

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• Comments View
  • This is the main entrance to car park 6.
  • Blue Badge parking is available in this car park.

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Level Change (Car Park 6 Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located directly in front of Car Park 6 entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Reception (Information Desk)

• The desk/counter is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the lift.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is not signed.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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• Comments View
  • The information desk is located on level 2 of the shopping centre.
  • Customer Help Point intercom boxes are located at the pedestrian exits to the car parks and in the lift lobbies.

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Inside Access

• 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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The Quay

• The Quay is an outside paved area leading to Entertainment and Leisure Venues, Restaurants, Cafés, and Bars.
• The Entertainment and Leisure Venues include Electric Gamebox, Flip Out, Hollywood Bowl, Nickleodeon Adventure, Puttshack and the Vue Cinema.
• The restaurants, cafés and bars include Casco Lounge, Cream, TGI Friday's, Prezzo and Zizi.
• The surface is paved with a variety of paving slabs.
• There are some slight level changes in places.
• There are benches for seating.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Escalators View
  • Escalator(s) can be used to access other floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by escalator are G-1-2.
  • The escalators steps are not clearly marked.
  • The foot and head of the escalators are clearly marked.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located directly in front of Primark on each level.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 100m (109yd 1ft) from the Main Entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 130cm (4ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 175cm x 180cm (5ft 9in x 5ft 11in).
• There are not 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 moderate to good.

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Parent and Baby Room (Level 1 Debenhams)

• There is a parent and baby room for public use.
• The parent and baby room is located to the right of the standard female toilets.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 5m from the lift P2.
• There is step-free access to the parent and baby room, via lift.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the room.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
• The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the baby change table once extended is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
• There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
• The height of the wash basin is 80cm.
• The wash basin tap type is push.
• There is/are not chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are low to moderate.

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Parent and Baby Room (Level 3)

• There is a parent and baby room for public use.
• The parent and baby room is located on level 3 of the Shopping Centre.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.

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Accessible Toilet (Level 1 Debenhams - Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the left hand side before you enter Debenhams.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from Shopmobility, or from any member of the Shopping Centre Team on the Mall.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 180cm (5ft 11in x 5ft 11in).
  • 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 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • 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 a/are sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • 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 good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • A lift is available in the toilet area to take you down from level 2.

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Accessible Toilet (Level 1 House of Fraser - Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 1000m (1093yd 1ft) from the Main Entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the right hand side before you enter House Of Fraser.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from Shopmobility, or from any member of the Shopping Centre Team on the Mall.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 178cm x 184cm (5ft 10in x 6ft).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • 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 not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • 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 good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • A lift is available in the toilet area to take you down from level 2.

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Accessible Toilet (Level 3 Food Court - Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on level 3 in the Food Court.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from Shopmobility, or from any member of the Shopping Centre Team on the Mall.
  • 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 may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 210cm x 225cm (6ft 11in x 7ft 5in).
  • 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 on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • 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 good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Level 1 Debenhams)

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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 before you enter Debenhams.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Main 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 toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
• Comments View
  • There are both accessible and standard toilets available at either end of level 1 and next to Well Heeled on level 3.
  • Baby change facilities are available in Boots, Debenhams, House of Fraser, Marks & Spencer and on level 3 next to T Shirt Print.

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Level Change (Level 1 Toilets & Baby Change)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located at the entrance to the female standard toilets.
• 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 the right going up.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 125cm (4ft 1in).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Level 1 House of Fraser)

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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 on the right before you enter House of Fraser.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 1000m (1093yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is 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 toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 101cm (3ft 4in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
  • This is by lift.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Level 3 Food Court)

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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 on level 3 in the Food Court.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service cannot be requested.

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• Comments View
  • There is a Shopmobility located on the ground floor of the Blue Car Park.

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Related Access Guides

• Shopmobility link (new tab) - click here.