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Disabled Access Guide for Gosport Discovery Centre
High Street
Gosport
Hampshire
PO12 1BT
Tel: 0845 603 5631
Email: clsogos@hants.gov.uk
Web: http://www.hants.gov.uk
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Introduction
Related link Museum on the Mezzanine.
Related link Gosport Registration Office.
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 16:30 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Gosport.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Portsmouth Harbour.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are available.
The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 2.4m x 3.5m (7ft 10in x 11ft 5in).
Standard marked parking bays are located next to the venue.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
There is not level access to the service.
The intercom is in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 125cm (4ft 1in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 144cm (4ft 8in) 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.
Reception
The reception desk is 7m (22ft 11in) 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.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Restaurant / Bar (Cafe Gallery)
The following information is for the cafe.
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 not a lowered section at the service counter.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
Some chairs have armrests.
The nearest table is 7m (22ft 11in) from the main entrance.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 35cm (1ft 1in).
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
Menus are wall only.
Menus are not available in Braille.
Menus are not available in large print.
Picture menus are not available.
Menus are not clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is a selection of sandwiches and snacks.
Library
This library does not 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 7-14 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 not available for computer users.
A height adjustable table is available for computer users.
Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes Dolphin SuperNova and Text Reader.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-M-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are deep.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located at the rear of the venue.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-M-2.
The lift is 15m (16yd) from the main entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.18m x 1.56m (3ft 10in x 5ft 1in).
The clear door width is 89cm.
There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
There is a mirror to aid reversing out of 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 have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Accessible Toilet
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 22m (24yd) from the main entrance.
The accessible toilet is located at the rear of the venue.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 77cm (2ft 6in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 146cm x 220cm (4ft 9in x 7ft 2in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible 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 185cm (6ft ).
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 not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in accessible 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 accessible toilet.
The shelf is higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
Mirrors are not 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible 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.
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located in the adapted toilet.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
Additional facilities are located on the first and second floor.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are not available.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service can be requested.
Staff are Text Relay aware.
