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Disabled Access Guide for Aberdeen Sports Village
Linksfield Drive
Aberdeen
AB24 5RU
Tel: 01224 438900
Email: info@aberdeensportsvillage.com
Web: http://www.aberdeensportsvillage.com
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Introduction
Services/facilities within the building include squash courts, sports hall, fitness suite, creche, cafe, astro turf indoor pitch, running track and football pitch with stadium, wellbeing centre, sports studio, seminar room and sky studio.
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 06:30 - 22:30 |
| Tuesday | 06:30 - 22:30 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 - 22:30 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 22:30 |
| Friday | 06:30 - 22:30 |
| Saturday | 07:30 - 19:30 |
| Sunday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the campus.
This venue is situated in Aberdeen.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Aberdeen.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
Parking is free for all users.
The car park is at the side of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
There are 10 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.4m x 4.9m (11ft 1in x 16ft ).
The nearest designated bay is 25m (27yd) from the main entrance.
The furthest designated bay is 43m (47yd) 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 uneven surfaces.
The car park surface is tarmac.
There is a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 147cm (4ft 9in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 137cm (4ft 5in) wide.
There is a barrier (92cm wide) beyond the reception, accessing all services except the cafe (shown in photograph 2).
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located on the ground in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Reception
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
The hearing loop is located in the sports hall.
There is space for wheelchair users on the viewing platforms (see photograph 2) of the sports hall, past reception and on the right.
Level Change (Squash Courts)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the court entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
The width of the ramp or slope is 70cm (2ft 3in).
The squash courts are not accessible for wheelchair users as the doors are only 70cm wide.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are 0-1-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located on the right of the venue, beyond the sports hall.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are 0-2.
The lift is 49m (53yd) from the main entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.58m x 1.77m (5ft 2in x 5ft 9in).
The clear door width is 109cm.
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 reach for a wheelchair user.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Restaurant / Bar
The following information is for the cafe.
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 service counter.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
No chairs have armrests.
The nearest table is 4m (13ft 1in) from the main entrance.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
Menus are available hand held.
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 sandwiches, cakes and snacks.
Sports Grounds
Non Segregated Access (Home and Away seating)
Home and Away wheelchair users do not have separate seating areas.
Wheelchair users have a designated accessible seating area.
There is level access to the designated seating area.
Wheelchair seating is located at the top of the stadium.
The view from this area is good.
A companion can sit beside/near you.
Adapted toilets are available.
The closest adapted toilet to the seating area is 12m (13yd).
The adapted toilet is located inside, on level 1.
There is not an audio description service.
The bottom row of seating does not require step access
Level access is available, by following a walkway on the outside of the venue, leading to the designated seating area.
Changing Places
Location and access
The facility is located off the cafe on level 1 (ground).
The facility is 12m (13yd) from the main entrance.
There is level access to the facility.
Dimensions and features
You do not need a key for the facility.
The dimensions of the facility are 300cm x 330cm (9ft 10in x 10ft 9in).
The facility changing bench height is fixed.
The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
The length of the bench is 185cm (6ft ).
The facility hoist is powered overhead.
The overhead hoist covers the changing bench and the toilet.
The facility toilet is peninsular.
The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 165cm (5ft 4in).
The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 98cm (3ft 2in).
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
Drop down rails are provided.
As you face the toilet the drop down rails are on both sides.
The type of sink is fixed.
Wall mounted hand rails are available at the sink.
As you face the sink rails are available on both sides.
Disposal facilities are available.
A privacy screen is not available.
Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
The facility has a non slip floor.
A functioning emergency alarm is available.
Level Change (Stadium Seating Upper Level)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located from level 1, going down to the stadium.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
This ramp can be overcome by accessing the seating from a level walkway going round the outside of the building (shown in photograph 2).
Level Change (Outdoor Pitch Area)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located from level 0, accessing the track and pitch.
Fitness Suite
Access to fitness suite
The fitness suite is located on level 2.
The fitness suite is 45m (49yd) from the lift.
There is level access to the fitness suite.
IFI Accredited Fitness Suite
No staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equity Training.
IFI accredited equipment is available.
For example:
Treadmill
Upright Cycle
Recumbent Cycle
Upper Body Ergometer
Upper Body Multi-station
A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
There is level access to all of the equipment.
Fitness Suite (General)
Staff receive some training in assisting disabled people.
Training provided is basic utilisation instructions.
Adapted Shower (Level 1)
Adapted shower facilities are available.
The showers are located in the adapted toilet on level 1.
There is an adjustable shower head.
There are handrails.
There is a shower chair.
There is a flip down seat.
The height of the seat is 55cm (1ft 9in).
Other facilities available are a drop down rail, on the left.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
An additional idential adapted shower is located in the adapted toilets on level 2.
Adapted Shower (Level 0)
Adapted shower facilities are available.
The showers are located in the standard changing rooms on level 0.
There is an adjustable shower head.
There are handrails.
There is a shower chair.
There is a flip down seat.
The height of the seat is 47cm (1ft 6in).
There is an easy ramp going from the changing rooms to the showers.
Standard Changing Room
There are standard changing rooms available.
The standard changing rooms are located on level 1.
The standard changing room is 63m (69yd) from the the main entrance.
The standard changing room is 59m (64yd) from the reception desk.
The standard changing room is 19m (21yd) from the squash court.
There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
Standard changing rooms are located throughout the venue on levels 0, 1 and 2.
Standard Shower
Standard level access shower facilities are available.
The showers are located in the standard changing rooms.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
Standard showers are located in all standard changing rooms.
Some are accessed by an easy ramp or a shallow step.
Standard Changing Room (Outdoor Changing Room)
There are standard changing rooms available.
The standard changing rooms are located on level 0, near the stadium.
The standard changing room is 7m (22ft 11in) from the lift.
The standard changing room is 56m (61yd) from the reception desk.
The standard changing room is 25m (27yd) from the outdoor area.
There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 52m (57yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located on level 1, beyond the sports hall viewing platform.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 82cm (2ft 8in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 220cm x 267cm (7ft 2in x 8ft 9in).
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 left.
The lateral transfer space is 196cm (6ft 5in).
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 a functional emergency alarm available.
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 both sides.
There is not a shelf within the adapted toilet.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
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 6in).
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.
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 good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Additional adapted toilets are located on levels 0 and 2.
Adapted Toilet (Outdoor Toilet)
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 20m (22yd) from the lift.
The adapted toilet is located outside, under the stadium seating on level 0.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 160cm x 200cm (5ft 2in x 6ft 6in).
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 left.
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 a functional emergency alarm available.
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 both sides.
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 115cm (3ft 9in) high.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm.
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.
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 good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
Lighting levels are bright.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are located to the side, accessed through the cafe.
The female and male toilets are 7m (22ft 11in) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located in the changing places facility.
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.
Additional standard toilets are located in all changing rooms, on every level.
Additional Information
Staff do not receive disability awareness training.
Documents are not available in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service can be requested.
Plastic cups are available.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
There is a creche.
