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Disabled Access Guide for Hebden Bridge Picture House
New Road
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 8AD
Tel: 01422 842807
Email: picturehouse@calderdale.gov.uk
Web: http://www.calderdale.gov.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 19:30 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 19:30 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 19:30 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 19:30 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 19:30 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 13:15 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 13:15 - 22:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Hebden Bridge.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Hebden Bridge.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
Outside Access (New Road)
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 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.
Level Change (New Road)
There is not a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
There are steps to access this area/service.
There are 11 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on the right going up.
Outside Access (the side of the building)
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 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.
Level Change (the side of the building)
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 150cm (4ft 11in).
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 not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
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 the balcony.
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 5m (16ft 4in) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in 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 twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 160cm x 195cm (5ft 2in x 6ft 4in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 90cm (2ft 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 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 not a hand dryer.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm.
The towel dispenser is 135cm (4ft 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 fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located in the auditorium.
The female toilets are 10m (11yd) 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 auditorium.
The male toilets are 10m (11yd) 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.
Cinema
Films are mainly mainstream.
There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
Designated spaces are situated at the back of the cinema.
The wheelchair can be left with the patron.
Companions sit next to the patron.
It is 1m (3ft 3in) from the foyer to the adapted toilet.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
A deposit is not required for the hearing system.
Assistance dogs are allowed in the cinema.
There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
1 screen(s) is/are accessible to wheelchair users.
Concessions are available.
The view from the designated spaces is good.
Films with audio description are available.
There are 2 designated wheelchairs spaces also available in the middle of the auditorium
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.
Plastic cups are not available.
Plastic cutlery is not available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
Staff are trained to take TypeTalk calls.
