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Disabled Access Guide for Aquadrome
Basingstoke Leisure Park
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG22 6PG
Tel: 01256 472 343
Web: http://www.basingstokeleisure.com/aquadrome
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Introduction
Services/facilities within the grounds include a 25m pool, 20m pool, lagoon pool, gym, studio class, a hairdressers, Chiron Beauty, a creche, Chiropractor, 2 Jacuzzi's, steam sauna and a cafe.
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 20:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 - 20:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Basingstoke.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Basingstoke.
There is not 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 front of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
There are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 2.6m x 5.5m (8ft 6in x 18ft ).
The nearest designated bay is 15m (16yd) from the main entrance.
The furthest designated bay is 20m (22yd) 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.
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 175cm (5ft 8in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 190cm (6ft 2in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading up to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Reception
The reception desk is 3m (9ft 10in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
The desk has a lowered section.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a portable loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
This venue does play background music.
Music is played in the fitness suite.
The lighting levels are varied.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Restaurant / Bar (Cafe)
The following information is for the cafe.
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Full table service is 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 service counter.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
No chairs have armrests.
The nearest table is 5m (16ft 4in) from the main entrance.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 70cm (2ft 3in).
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 70cm (2ft 3in).
Menus are wall only.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is snacks.
| Day | Opening Times (Cafe) |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Swimming Pool (Lagoon Pool)
There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
There is a ramped entrance into the water.
There is a wet side chair available.
There are steps into the swimming pool.
The steps do not have handrails.
There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
The ladder does not have handrails.
Swimming Pool (20m)
There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
There is 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 a ladder type entrance into the water.
There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.
The floor of the pool can be raised and lowered.
Swimming Pool (25m pool)
There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
There is a wet side chair available.
There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
The hoist is hydraulic.
There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.
Fitness Suite
Access to fitness suite
The fitness suite is located on the first floor.
There is level access to the fitness suite.
This is by lift.
IFI Accredited Fitness Suite
The fitness suite has attained IFI level one.
A number of staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equality Training.
IFI accredited equipment is available.
For example:
Treadmill
Upper Body Ergometer
Upper Body Multi-station
A portable hearing loop is available for induction.
There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
There is level access to all of the equipment.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
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 (Fitness Suite)
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located behind reception.
The lift is a platform lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
The lift is 6m (19ft 8in) from the main entrance.
The dimensions of the lift are 1m x 1.5m (3ft 3in x 4ft 11in).
The clear door width is 88cm.
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 not have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does not have an audible announcer.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does not have tactile markings.
Accessible Toilet (Male Dry Side)
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is no additional signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 15m (16yd) from the main entrance.
The accessible toilet is located in the male dry side changing room.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
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 85cm (2ft 9in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 190cm x 290cm (6ft 2in x 9ft 6in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible 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 210cm (6ft 10in).
There is no dropdown rail.
There is not a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is lever.
There is a mixer tap.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in accessible 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 accessible toilet.
There are mirrors in the accessible 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 45cm (1ft 5in).
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 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 accessible 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 walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a similar adapted toilet available in the female dry side area.
Accessible Shower (Male Dry Side)
Accessible shower facilities are available.
The showers are located in the adapted toilet.
There is an adjustable shower head.
There is a shower chair.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
There is a similar adapted shower available in the female dry side area.
Accessible Toilet (20m)
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is located next to the 20 metre pool.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
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 90cm (2ft 11in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 156cm x 280cm (5ft 1in x 9ft 2in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
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 a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in accessible toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There are mirrors in the accessible 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 46cm (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 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 accessible 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 poor.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
There are similar adapted toilets next to reception and the 25 metre pool.
There is also another similar adapted toilet next to the 20 metre pool with a lateral transfer space on the left.
Accessible Toilet (Wet Side)
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 25m (27yd) from the main entrance.
The accessible toilet is located in the group changing area.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
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 90cm (2ft 11in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 200cm x 220cm (6ft 6in x 7ft 2in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
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.
The tap type is lever.
There is a mixer tap.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in accessible 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 accessible toilet.
There are mirrors in the accessible 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 40cm (1ft 3in).
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 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 accessible 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 poor.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
Lighting levels are bright.
Accessible Changing Room
There are accessible changing rooms available.
The accessible changing rooms are located in the wet side changing room.
The accessible changing room is 25m (27yd) from the main entrance.
The accessible changing room is 22m (24yd) from the reception desk.
The accessible changing room is 8m (26ft 2in) from the swimming pool.
The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 190cm x 195cm (6ft 2in x 6ft 4in).
There is level access to the accessible changing rooms.
Changing Places (Wet Side)
Location and access
The facility is located in the wet side changing room.
The facility is 25m (27yd) from the main entrance.
There is level access to the facility.
Dimensions and features
You do need a key for the facility.
It is not a radar key.
The key can be obtained from from reception.
The dimensions of the facility are 215cm x 375cm (7ft x 12ft 3in).
The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
The length of the bench is 190cm (6ft 2in).
The facility hoist is powered overhead.
The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
The sling is attached to the hoist by loop.
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 not available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor)
Accessible Shower (Changing Place)
Accessible shower facilities are available.
The showers are located in the changing place.
There is an adjustable shower head.
There are handrails.
There is a flip down seat.
The height of the seat is 50cm (1ft 7in).
Other facilities available are drop down rail on both sides.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
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 in the standard changing room.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Standard Changing Room
There are standard changing rooms available.
The standard changing rooms are located next to the swimming pools.
The standard changing room is 25m (27yd) from the main entrance.
The standard changing room is 22m (24yd) from the reception desk.
The standard changing room is 8m (26ft 2in) from the swimming pool.
There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
Standard Shower
Standard level access shower facilities are available.
The showers are located in the standard changing room.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
Plastic cups are available.
Plastic cutlery is available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
