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Central Library
2 Fieldway Crescent
London
N5 1PF
Tel: 0207 5276900
Email: centrallending.lib@islington.gov.uk
Web: http://www.islington.gov.uk/libraries
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 20:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 20:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00 - 17:00 |
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
Outside Access
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are light.
The door opening is 99cm (3ft 2in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 25m (27yd) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
The lighting levels are low.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.48m x 1.1m (4ft 10in x 3ft 7in).
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 lighting level in the lift is bright.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The adapted toilet is located on the ground floor.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens inwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 167cm x 310cm (5ft 5in x 10ft 2in).
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the left.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The adapted toilet is located on the second floor.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens inwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 143cm x 363cm (4ft 8in x 11ft 10in).
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the right.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
There are baby changing facilities in the adapted toilet.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
Lighting levels are low.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
Lighting levels are low.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are located within the standard toilet.
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.
The Lending library is situated on the ground floor, the Children's library is on the 1st and the Reference library is on the 2nd floor. There is level access to all 3 libraries via the lift.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
