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Disabled Access Guide for Guildhall
The Guildhall
York
YO1 9QN
Tel: 01904 613161
Fax: 01904 551052
Email: civicenquiries@york.gov.uk
Web: http://www.york.gov.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in York.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is York.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
Outside Access (the reception area)
There is not level access to the service.
The bell is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open automatically.
The door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in) wide.
Level Change (the reception area)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located to the left hand side of the steps.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 95cm (3ft 1in).
This entrance is to the left of the Guildhall building.
The ramp has a handrail on the right hand side going up.
There is a long slope, of moderate gradient, leading down to the Guildhall from Coney Street.
Reception
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.
The reception desk is 6 metres from the entrance to the reception area.
The desk has a lowered section.
Inside Access
There is not 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.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
Level Change (Inside Access)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located beside the steps..
The ramp or slope is steep.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 75cm (2ft 5in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
There are 3 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
The steps are medium.
The steps do not have handrails.
There are three meeting rooms in the older part of the building, two of which are accessible.
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 not 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 on the stairs leading up form reception.
The lift is a stair lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G - 1.
The lift is 6m (19ft 8in) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
The lighting level in the lift is 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 30m (33yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in the old part of the building.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens inwards.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 135cm x 210cm (4ft 5in x 6ft 10in).
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.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
Lighting levels are low.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
Lighting levels are low.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
The photo shows the ramp leading down to the Guildhall entrances.
Comments
For the meeting rooms there is level access in to the building. The width of the door is 95cm and it opens towards you.
