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Disabled Access Guide for Bradmore Green Library
Bradmore Way
Coulsdon
CR5 1PE
Tel: 020 8726 6900
Email: bradmoregreen@croydon.gov.uk
Web: http://www.croydon.gov.uk
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Introduction
Related link Croydon Digital Library.
You can now borrow books by using the Croydon digital library even when your local library is closed.
You can browse the digital library without being a member, but if you wish to download an item you will need to join your local library.
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
The library is closed between 13.00 & 14.00 on weekdays.
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Coulsdon South Station.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
The car park is at the front of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park is 10m from the venue's entrance.
The convenient dropoff point is located in the car park
The car park is situated adjacent to the library off Bradmore Way.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located to 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 120cm (3ft 11in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 105cm (3ft 5in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 130cm (4ft 3in).
Reception
The reception desk is 2m (6ft 6in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
The desk has a lowered section.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Library
This library does not house a regular supply of books in Braille.
This library does house a regular supply of books in large print.
This library does house a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
There is an ordering service.
It takes approximately 3-7 days to process an order.
The library does have computers with accessible software.
Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
A large text keyboard is available for computer users.
A large rollerball mouse is available for computer users.
A height adjustable table is not available for computer users.
Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes zoom text.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 20m (22yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located at the rear of the library.
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 locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 160cm x 230cm (5ft 2in x 7ft 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 70cm (2ft 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 a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are 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 45cm (1ft 5in).
There is a hand dryer.
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 is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 75cm (2ft 5in) high.
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 good.
Lighting levels are medium.
There are baby changing facilities in the adapted toilet.
There is a unisex toilet with level access situated at the rear of the library.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents are not available in Braille.
Documents are available in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
