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John Charles centre for sport
Middleton Grove
Leeds
LS11 5DJ
Tel: 0113 2475222
Email: jccs@leeds.gov.uk
Web: http://www.leeds.gov.uk/JCCS
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Introduction (The Aquatics Centre)
Services/facilities within the building include a swimming pool, diving pool, scuba diving, syncronised swim, octopush, water polo, aerobics and a fitness fuite.
Services/facilities within the grounds include a tennis centre, athletics stand, rugby, 5-aside football and indoor bowls.
Opening Times (The Aquatics Centre - Pool)
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 06:45 - 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 06:45 - 20:30 |
| Wednesday | 06:45 - 19:30 |
| Thursday | 06:45 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 06:45 - 20:30 |
| Saturday | 07:30 - 17:30 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Location (The Aquatics Centre)
The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Leeds.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Leeds.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
Parking is free for all users.
The car park is at the front of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
There are 10+ designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 2.3m x 5.1m (7ft 6in x 16ft 8in).
The nearest designated bay is 15m (16yd) from the main entrance.
The furthest designated bay is 35m (38yd) from the main entrance.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
The car park surface is tarmac.
There is a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located in front of the building.
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
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.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in some parts of the venue.
The scooter cannot be used at poolside.
Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
The photograph shows the meeting room available.
Restaurant / Bar
The following information is for the cafe/bar.
The bar does serve food.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
There is a lowered section at the service counter.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
All chairs have armrests.
The nearest table is 5m (16ft 4in) from the main entrance.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 65cm (2ft 1in).
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 65cm (2ft 1in).
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
Menus are available hand held.
Menus are clearly written.
The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
There are vending machines for cold drinks and snacks.
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 18:30 |
| Wednesday | 06:00 - 18:30 |
| Thursday | 06:00 - 18:30 |
| Friday | 06:00 - 18:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 15:30 |
| Sunday | 09:30 - 15:30 |
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located in the reception area.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
The lift is 30m (33yd) from the main entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.37m x 1.07m (4ft 5in x 3ft 6in).
The clear door width is 90cm.
There are not 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 bright.
The lift does have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Fitness Suite
Access to fitness suite
The fitness suite is located on the first floor.
The fitness suite is 15m (16yd) from the lift.
There is level access to the fitness suite.
This is by lift.
Fitness Suite (General)
Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes weights and machines.
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.
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 a wet side chair available.
There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
The hoist is hydraulic.
There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.
Changing Places
Location and access
The facility is located to the right of reception as you enter.
The facility is 50m (55yd) from the main entrance.
There is level access to the facility.
Dimensions and features
You do not need a key for the facility.
The key can be obtained from reception.
The dimensions of the facility are 350cm x 246cm (11ft 5in x 8ft ).
The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
The facility changing bench is free standing.
The length of the bench is 167cm (5ft 5in).
The facility hoist is powered overhead.
The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
The sling is attached to the hoist by loop.
The facility toilet is peninsular.
The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 105cm (3ft 5in).
The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 85cm (2ft 9in).
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
Drop down rails are provided.
As you face the toilet the drop down rails are on both sides.
The type of sink is fixed.
Wall mounted hand rails are available at the sink.
As you face the sink rails are available on both sides.
Disposal facilities are available.
A privacy screen is not available.
Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
The facility has a non slip floor.
A functioning emergency alarm is available.
Adapted Changing Room
There are adapted changing rooms available.
The adapted changing rooms are located in the changing rooms area.
The adapted changing room is 40m (44yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted changing room is 35m (38yd) from the reception desk.
The adapted changing room is 20m (22yd) from the pool.
The dimensions of the adapted changing room are 245cm x 350cm (8ft x 11ft 5in).
There is a wheel in shower.
There are handrails.
There is a changing table.
There is a ceiling track hoist.
There is level access to the adapted changing rooms.
Adapted Shower
Adapted shower facilities are available.
The showers are located next to the changing rooms.
There are handrails.
There ia a fixed seat.
The height of the seat is 70cm (2ft 3in).
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
There is tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 50m (55yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in the changing room area.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
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 width of the adapted toilet door is 34cm (1ft 1in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 195cm x 190cm (6ft 4in x 6ft 2in).
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 128cm (4ft 2in).
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.
Disposal facilities are 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 a shelf within the adapted toilet.
The shelf is not higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
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 49cm (1ft 7in).
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 cannot 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 fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Standard Changing Room
There are standard changing rooms available.
The standard changing rooms are located to the right of reception as you enter.
The standard changing room is 50m (55yd) from the main entrance.
The standard changing room is 40m (44yd) from the reception desk.
The standard changing room is 15m (16yd) from the pool.
There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located in the changing area.
The female toilets are 50m (55yd) from the main 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 changing area.
The male toilets are 50m (55yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located in the changing area.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 100cm (3ft 3in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Drinking straws are available on request.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
