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Disabled Access Guide for Fishbourne Roman Palace
Salthill Road
Fishbourne
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 3QR
Tel: 01243 785859
Fax: 01243 539266
Email: adminfish@sussexpast.co.uk
Web: http://www.sussexpast.co.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The venue is open daily from 10 am between 1st February - 15th December. Please phone 01243 485859 for closing times as these vary throughout the year.
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Fisbourne.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Fisbourne.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
Parking is free for all users.
The car park is at the front of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
There are 4 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.7m x 4.75m (12ft 1in x 15ft 7in).
The nearest designated bay is 40m (44yd) from the main building entrance.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Building Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the main building.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 178cm (5ft 10in) wide.
The automatic doors are push pad operated.
There are identical doors at the exit for this building, shown in photograph 2.
Level Change (Main Building Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located at the entrance door.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 183cm (6ft ).
Outside Access (Cafe Entrance)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.
Level Change (Cafe Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located at the entrance door.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 169cm (5ft 6in).
Outside Access (Discovery Centre)
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 89cm (2ft 11in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 3m (9ft 10in) 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 (Main Building)
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are low.
There are ramps and steps within the complex.
Inside Access (Discovery Centre)
There is level access to the service.
The lighting levels are 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 in the toilet block near the car park.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
A key is required for the adapted toilet.
The key is a radar key.
The key can be obtained from the cafe or reception.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 145cm x 185cm (4ft 9in x 6ft ).
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 both sides.
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
The toilets are in a separate toilet block.
Adapted Toilet (Discovery Centre)
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 20m (22yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the right of the foyer.
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 locking handle.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 159cm x 320cm (5ft 2in x 10ft 5in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 93cm (3ft ).
The tap type is twist/turn.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is not 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 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 47cm (1ft 6in).
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
At time of research the waste bin was blocking the lateral transfer.
Adapted Toilet (Museum)
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 left of the reception.
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 locking handle.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 148cm x 320cm (4ft 10in x 10ft 5in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 83cm (2ft 8in).
The tap type is lever.
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 47cm (1ft 6in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm.
The towel dispenser is 105cm (3ft 5in) high.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
At time of research the waste bin was blocking the lateral transfer.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located in the toilet block near the car park.
Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located in the toilet block near the car park.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
The toilets are in a separate toilet block.
Standard Toilet (Discovery Centre)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located to the right of the foyer.
The female toilets are 20m (22yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located to the right of the foyer.
The male toilets are 20m (22yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
At time of research the waste bin was blocking the lateral transfer.
Restaurant / Bar (Cafe)
Once inside, there is not level access to the service.
Full table service is available.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 72cm (2ft 4in) cm.
Menus are .
Menus are not available in large print.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is hot snacks and desserts.
This is in a separate building.
Level Change (Cafe)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located at the entrance door.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 169cm (5ft 6in).
This is in a separate building.
Museum
Exhibits can not be audio described.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Concessions are available.
There is a wheelchair to borrow.
To borrow the wheelchair at the reception desk.
Audio and visual presentations are available in the theatre.
Tactile exhibitions are available on request in advance.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents are not available in Braille.
Documents are available in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is generally on duty.
Staff are trained to BSL level 3.
Plastic cups are available.
Plastic cutlery is available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills can be requested during school terms only (level 3).
The photograph shows the Discovery Centre. Staff are trained to take TypeTalk calls.
