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City Library
Charles Avison Building
33 New Bridge Street West
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 8AX
Tel: 0191 2774100
Fax: 0191 2774137
Email: information@newcastle.gov.uk
Web: http://www.newcastle.gov.uk/libraries
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30 - 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 20:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 20:00 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 17:30 |
| Saturday | 08:30 - 17:30 |
| Sunday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Newcastle.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Manors.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
The nearest Metro station is Manors.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
The name of the car park is NCP New Bridge Street.
The car park is located off New Bridge Street West.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 2.3m x 3.4m (7ft 6in x 11ft 1in).
On street Blue Badge parking is located off John Dobson Street.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are not available.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located to the front of the building.
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.
Outside Access (Princess Square Enrance)
This information is for the entrance located to the side of the building.
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 145cm (4ft 9in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 145cm (4ft 9in) wide.
Reception (Enquiries Desk)
The reception desk is 15m (16yd) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
The desk has a lowered section.
Lighting levels are medium.
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.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers can charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are level 1 - 6.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is medium.
The steps are clearly marked.
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 located to the right of the enquiries desks.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are level 1-6.
The lift is 20m (22yd) from the main entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.07m x 2.1m (3ft 6in x 6ft 10in).
The clear door width is 89cm.
There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does have an audible announcer.
The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
The lighting level in the lift is medium.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Library
This library does 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 available for computer users.
Restaurant / Bar
The following information is for the cafe.
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
There is a lowered section at the service counter.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
No chairs have armrests.
The nearest table is 8m (26ft 2in) from the lift.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 74cm (2ft 5in) cm.
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 74cm (2ft 5in) cm.
Menus are wall only.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is varied hot and cold meals.
Adapted Changing Room
There are adapted changing rooms available.
The adapted changing rooms are located on level 2.
The adapted changing room is 12m (13yd) from the lift.
The adapted changing room is 25m (27yd) from the reception desk.
The dimensions of the adapted changing room are 210cm x 335cm (6ft 10in x 10ft 11in).
There are handrails.
There is a changing table.
There is a ceiling track hoist.
Other facilities available are adapted toilet and a emergency alarm.
There is level access to the adapted changing rooms.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
There is tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 20m (22yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the left as you enter.
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 inwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 150cm x 310cm (4ft 11in x 10ft 2in).
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 right.
The lateral transfer space is 77cm (2ft 6in).
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 a coat hook.
The coat hook is within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
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 a shelf within the adapted toilet.
The shelf is not higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
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 46cm (1ft 6in).
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 105cm (3ft 5in) high.
There is a sink.
The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
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 adapted toilets on all levels within the venue.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Unisex Toilets
The unisex toilet is located to the left as you enter.
The unisex toilets are 20m (22yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the unisex toilet.
Lighting levels are medium.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located on level 2.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 101cm (3ft 3in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
This is by lift.
There are standard toilets on all levels within the venue.
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.
Staff are Type Talk aware.
Plastic cups are available.
Plastic cutlery is available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
There is a 24 hour vending machine available for books, cds and dvds.
The photograph shows the 24 hour vending machines.
