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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include an amusement arcade and the Kings and Queens Show.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include Pirate Bay Family Bar, the Wheelhouse Café, an amusement arcade, fairground rides, fairground games and refreshment booths.
• Related link Pirate Bay Family Bar.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/pirates-bay-family-bar
• Related link Wheelhouse Cafe.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/wheelhouse-cafe
• Related link The Kings & Queens Show.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/kings-queens-show

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Opening Times

• The venue has seasonal opening times.
• Please click here for information on opening times.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Blackpool North.
• There is a tram stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The name of the nearest tram stop is Central Pier.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Jaggy Thistle Car Park.
  • The car park is located on Cragg Street.
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Whilst there is no on street standard parking near the pier, there are on street standard parking along the Promenade.
  • The standard parking bays are 210cm wide and are marked widthways only.
  • These bays are in varying distances from the pier.

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Central Pier Front

• There are a variety of stalls and amusements to the left, right and front of the pier.
• The stalls sell food, gifts and beach equipment.
• There is fixed bench seating for customers of the food stalls.
• There is a cash machine at the front of the pier (photograph 6).

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Terrace Bar

• This area is located to the right of the pier.
• There are 3 clearly marked deep steps without handrails leading to the bar and further seating.
• Tables are 69cm high.
• Chairs with armrests are available.

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Level Change (Terrace Bar)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the right from the entrance to the bar.
• The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
• 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 both sides.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 134cm (4ft 5in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located ahead form the entrance.
• There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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• Comments View
  • There is a second identical ramp next to the bar area.
  • The steps bypasses both ramps.

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Access Point (Central Pier - Right)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located to the right of the amusement arcade entrance.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
  • The gate is permanently held open.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of and beyond the access point.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Access Point (Central Pier - Left)

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• Access Point View
  • This information is for the access point located to the left of the amusement arcade entrance.
  • There is not an information board/map at this access point.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
  • There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
  • The gate is permanently held open.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Outside Access (Amusement Arcade Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the pier.
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 200cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located beyond the entrance.
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are not easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
• Comments View
  • There are three sets of manual double doors to each side of the automatic doors (photographs 6 and 7).
  • These doors are double, heavy and open away from you (push).
  • There is also a slight slope leading to the manual doors (photographs 8 and 9).

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Outside Access (Amusement Arcade Rear Left Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located beyond the central pier left access point.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 131cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 162cm.

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Outside Access (Amusement Arcade Rear Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the amusement arcade.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 250cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Accessible Toilet (Amusement Arcade - 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 40m (43yd 2ft) from the amusement arcade rear right entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left of the pier.
  • 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 a member of staff.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 218cm x 168cm (7ft 2in x 5ft 6in).
  • 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 155cm (5ft 1in).
  • 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 did not sound when tested.
  • 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 not 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 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • 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.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 75cm (2ft 6in).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Amusement Arcade)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located ahead and to the left as you enter from the amusement arcade rear right entrance.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the amusement arcade rear right entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the female toilets are moderate to good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located ahead and to the left as you enter from the amusement arcade rear right entrance.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the amusement arcade rear right entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the male toilets are moderate to good.

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Pier

• The pier has a wooden surface.
• The surface can be uneven in places and has some slight slopes throughout.
• There is bench seating located along the pier.
• There are a number of concession booths including food, confectionary and game stalls located throughout the pier.

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Outside Access (Family Bar Amusement Front Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the family bar amusement arcade.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 192cm.
• Comments View
  • There are two sets of manual doors to each side of the automatic doors.

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Outside Access (Family Bar Amusement Arcade Rear Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the family bar amusement arcade.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 93cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Comments View
  • There are 2 sets of similar doors to the left and right of this entrance.

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Family Bar Amusement Arcade

• There is a change prize booth in this area.
• The height of the counter is 110cm.
• This arcade has slot machines, interactive games and a children's ride (photograph 6).
• This ride does not have step free access.

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Fairground Rides

• There are several ticket booths around the fairground rides.
• The ticket booth counters are 102cm high.
• There are a variety of rides including a big wheel, bumper cars and waltzers.
• There are a number of steps ranging from medium to deep, with and without handrails to access the rides.

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Accessible Toilet (Pier - Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 100m (109yd 1ft) from the central pier right access point.
  • This accessible toilet is located halfway along the pier, next to the family bay amusement arcade.
  • There is not 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 a member of staff.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 240cm x 260cm (7ft 10in x 8ft 6in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 170cm (5ft 7in).
  • 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 not 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 poor.
  • There is a poor 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.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 104cm (3ft 5in).

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Level Change (Pier Accessible Toilet)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 90cm (2ft 11in).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Pier)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located halfway along the pier, next to the family bay amusement arcade.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 90m (98yd 1ft) from the central pier right access point.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the female toilets are moderate to good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located halfway along the pier, next to the family bay amusement arcade.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 90m (98yd 1ft) from the central pier right side rear entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the male toilets are moderate to good.

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Level Change (Pier Standard Toilets)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrances to the female and male standard toilets.
• There is/are 1 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are shallow (2cm - 10cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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• Comments View
  • Photograph 1 shows the step in front of the standard female toilet.
  • Photograph 2 shows the step in front of the standard male toilet.

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Outside Access (Pirates Bay Family Bar)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the Pirates Bay Family Bar.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 70cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).

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Pirates Bay Family Bar

• The Pirates Bay Family Bar is located at the end of the pier open 11am -11pm.
• As well as the main door at the front multiple doors are opened up on the left side of the building with level access with a lip. Door width 157 cm.
• There are some amusement games in the building.
• The bar serves drinks from a counter 109 cm high.
• There are food franchises in the bar serving hot and cold food/snacks from a counter 109 cm high.
• There are standard and accessible toilets in the venue.
• There is level change at the end of the bar by permanent ramp with a slight slope.
• Tables are 69 cm high.
• There are no chairs with arm rests.
• The music plays loud background music at all times.
• Lighting is adjustable.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Pirates Bay Family Bar - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet facilities in this area.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located ahead from the Pirates Bay Family Bar entrance and right before the bar.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the Pirates Bay Family Bar entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the 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 the bar.
  • There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open for some.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 77cm.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 194cm x 360cm (6ft 4in x 11ft 10in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has not got a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 140cm (4ft 7in).
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the toilet seat and pan.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 82cm (2ft 8in).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Pirates Bay Family Bar)

• There is/are 1 male toilet(s) located ahead from the Pirates Bay Family Bar front entrance and on the left of the building.
• There is/are 1 female toilet(s) located ahead from the Pirates Bay Family Bar front entrance and on the right of the building.
• The type of signage on or near the standard toilet door(s) is pictorial and written.
• The wash basin tap types in standard toilets are sensor.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good in the male and female standard toilets.

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Additional Info

• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.