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Disabled Access Guide for Highbury Pool
Highbury Crescent
London
N5 1RR
Tel: 020 7704 2312
Fax: 020 7704 2313
Email: Glenn.Branch@aquaterra.org
Web: http://www.aquaterra.org/highbury-pool-and-fitness-centre
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 07:30 - 20:00 |
| Sunday | 07:30 - 22:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the area.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Highbury and Islington.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is a car park which is for staff only however a parking space could be provided if requested.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
There is not level access to the service.
The bell is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The intercom is not in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 95cm (3ft 1in) wide.
The door opens towards you. The door can be opened to 180cm but this would be manual.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located before and after the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Reception
The reception desk is 8m (26ft 2in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
The desk does not have a lowered section.
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 play background music.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Swimming Pool
There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
There is not a wet side chair available.
There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
The hoist is manual.
There are steps into the swimming pool.
There is a handrail on both sides of the steps.
There are 5 steps.
There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.
Fitness Suite
Access to fitness suite
The fitness suite is located next to the reception.
The fitness suite is 5m (16ft 4in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to the fitness suite.
There are doors into the waiting room / area.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are light.
The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.
IFI Accredited Fitness Suite
Staff are not trained to use the portable hearing loop.
Fitness Suite (General)
Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
There is level access to all of the equipment.
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.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 18m (20yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located next to the swimming pool.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is required for the adapted toilet.
The key is a radar key.
The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 205cm x 210cm (6ft 8in x 6ft 10in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted 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 120cm (3ft 11in).
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 a functional emergency alarm available.
It is not a push button style of alarm.
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
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 is not a shelf within the adapted toilet.
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 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 adapted 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 bright.
There is a flipped down seat next to the toilet. The seat is 45cm high.
Adapted Shower
Adapted shower facilities are available.
The showers are located in the adapted toilet.
There is an adjustable shower head.
There are handrails.
There is a flip down seat.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
There is a flipped down seat next to the shower 45cm high.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are located in the standard changing rooms.
The female and male toilets are 18m (20yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Standard Changing Room
There are standard changing rooms available.
The standard changing rooms are located next to the swimming pool.
The standard changing room is 18m (20yd) from the main entrance.
The standard changing room is 10m (11yd) from the reception desk.
The standard changing room is 4m (13ft 1in) from the swimming pool.
There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
Standard Shower
Standard level access shower facilities are available.
The showers are located in the standard changing room.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
