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Disabled Access Guide for Fitness Centre
Penrhyn Road Campus
Kingston upon Thames
Surrey
KT1 2EE
Tel: 020 8547 7414 (ext 62414)
Email: fitness@kingston.ac.uk
Web: http://www.kingston.ac.uk
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Introduction
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 20:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Kingston upon Thames.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Kingston.
The Fitness Centre offers an air conditioned Aerobics and Dance Studio and a 65-station gym.
Facilities include: Cardio-vascular equipment, rowing machines, cross trainers, treadmills, steppers and bikes with integrated TVs, high-specification weights machines and a large selection of free weights.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
There are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.4m x 5.7m (11ft 1in x 18ft 8in).
The nearest designated bay is 25m (27yd) from the main accessible entrance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
The nearest designated parking bays to the Fitness Centre are located outside the Fassett Road entrance to the Penrhyn Road Campus Main Building.
Outside Access (Main 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 170cm (5ft 6in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
Reception
The reception desk is 1m (3ft 3in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
There is a turnstile and barrier entrance in the reception area.
The barrier width is 90 cm.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
This venue does play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
There is level access to all equipment located on the ground floor.
Eqipment on the first floor can be accessed by steps only.
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 medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
The services on the floors which are not accessible are selected fitness equipment.
Lift
There is not a lift for public use.
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 10m (11yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the left as you go through the reception area.
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 dimensions of the adapted toilet are 200cm x 290cm (6ft 6in x 9ft 6in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on both sides.
The lateral transfer space is 150cm (4ft 11in).
The tap type is lever.
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 45cm (1ft 5in).
There is not a hand dryer.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm.
The towel dispenser is 150cm (4ft 11in) high.
There is not a toilet roll holder.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 80cm (2ft 7in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
The adapted toilet has adapted changing facilities available, including a roll in shower.
The changing rooms are located at the rear of the main corridor.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located in the female changing rooms.
The female toilets are 14m (15yd) 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 in the male changing rooms.
The male toilets are 14m (15yd) 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.
The adapted toilet has adapted changing facilities available, including a roll in shower.
The changing rooms are located at the rear of the main corridor.
Additional Information
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
The photograph shows the turnstile and barrier entrance in the reception area.
