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Finsbury Library & Islington Local History Centre
245 St. John′s Street
London
EC1V 4NB
Tel: 020 7527 7960 (library)
Fax: 020 7527 7998
Email: finsbury.library@islington.gov.uk
Web: http://www.islington.gov.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 20:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
The Local History Centre is accessible by appointment only and is within the library.
The telephone number of the History Centre is 020 7527 7994.
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The door opening is 97cm (3ft 2in) wide.
No Level Access (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located at the entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 151cm (4ft 11in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
There are 1 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
The steps are medium.
The steps do not have handrails.
Reception
The reception desk is 10m (11yd) 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.
Library
This library does not house a regular supply of books in Braille.
This library does not house a regular supply of books in large print.
This library does house a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
Adapted Toilet (Female)
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The adapted toilet is located inside the female standard toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
The door opens inwards.
The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 191cm x 181cm (6ft 3in x 5ft 11in).
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 (Male)
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The adapted toilet is located inside the male standard toilets.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is not a unisex toilet.
The door opens inwards.
The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 165cm x 151cm (5ft 4in x 4ft 11in).
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
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
There is no key for the toilets however a key code is required for entry.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is generally on duty.
There is a soft play area for children.
