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Disabled Access Guide for Chichester Festival Theatre
Oaklands Park
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 6AP
Tel: 01243 784437
Fax: 01243 787288
Email: admin@cft.org.uk
Web: http://www.cft.org.uk
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Opening Times (Box Office)
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Chichester.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Chichester.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
The convenient dropoff point is located at the entrance
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
There is level access to the service.
The bell is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The intercom is in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 79cm (2ft 7in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
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 (Foyer/ Ticket Desk/ Toilets)
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 play background music.
The lighting levels are low.
There is also an infra red hearing assistance system.
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 deep.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is not a landing.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located by the terrace bar.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
The lift is 30m (33yd) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.11m x 1.43m (3ft 7in x 4ft 8in).
There is 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.
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 25m (27yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the right of the lift on the ground floor.
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 sliding bolt.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 200cm x 230cm (6ft 6in x 7ft 6in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 143cm (4ft 8in).
The tap type is twist/turn.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
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 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 50cm (1ft 7in).
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm.
The towel dispenser is 103cm (3ft 4in) high.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 107cm (3ft 6in) high.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 79cm (2ft 7in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
Restaurant / Bar (Coffee Bar/ Main Bar)
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Full table service is not available.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
Some chairs are permanently fixed.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 70cm (2ft 3in) cm.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
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.
Plastic cutlery is available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
Staff are trained to take TypeTalk calls.
Comments
The Theatre is open on Sundays on performance days only, please call 01243 784437 for details.
