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Disabled Access Guide for Kingston Library
Fairfield Road
Kingston upon Thames
Surrey
KT1 2PS
Tel: 020 8547 5006
Fax: 020 8547 6401
Email: kingston.library@rbk.kingston.gov.uk
Web: http://www.kingston.gov.uk/libraries
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Introduction
The library and Kingston museum share the same building with internal access between the two.
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:30 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the borough.
This venue is situated in Kingston upon Thames.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Kingston.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
There is not a tram stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
The nearest underground station is Wimbledon.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
The name of the car park is the Cattle Market Car Park.
The car park is located on Wheatfield Way.
Car park website www.kingston.gov.uk
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 2.2m x 11.5m (7ft 2in x 12yd).
On street Blue Badge parking is located immediately outside the venue.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are not available.
There is not a designated drop off point.
The photograph shows the Blue Badge parking outside the venue.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located on Fairfield Road.
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 doors are single width.
The door opening is 81cm (2ft 7in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 79cm (2ft 7in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located to the right of 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.
The width of the ramp or slope is 114cm (3ft 8in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the entrance.
There are 3 steps to the area/service.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
The ramp overcomes the steps to the entrance.
There is an easy permanent slope between the pavement and the steps.
Outside Access (The Museum)
This information is for the entrance located between the library and the museum.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are single width.
The doors are permanently held open.
The door opening is 78cm (2ft 6in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are single width.
The doors are permanently held open.
The door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in) wide.
Level Change (Museum)
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 easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
The width of the ramp or slope is 82cm (2ft 8in).
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 low.
The desk does not have a lowered section.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
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 public parts of the venue.
Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
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 2-21 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 not available for computer users.
A large rollerball mouse is available for computer users.
A height adjustable table is available for computer users.
Other computer auxiliary aids include typing arm rests.
Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes Jaws and SupaNova software.
The library also holds a supply of books on MP3 format.
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 45m (49yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in the Kingston Museum.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
This is by lift.
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 the library reception desk.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 74cm (2ft 5in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 137cm x 173cm (4ft 5in x 5ft 8in).
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 left.
The lateral transfer space is 86cm (2ft 9in).
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 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 is not a shelf within the adapted toilet.
There are mirrors in the adapted 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 44cm (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 a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
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 poor.
The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
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 Kingston museum.
The female and male toilets are 47m (51yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are medium.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.
Level Change (Adapted and Standard Toilets)
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in the museum.
There are 4 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are low.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on the right going up.
There is a standard and/or platform lift to access this area/service.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located at the museum steps.
The lift is a platform lift.
The platform lift accesses a small level change.
The lift is 2m (6ft 6in) from the museum entrance.
Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 0.8m x 0.88m (2ft 7in x 2ft 10in).
The clear door width is 80cm.
The controls for the lift are not within reach for a wheelchair user.
The controls are wall mounted.
The lighting level in the lift is low.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does not have tactile markings.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service can be requested.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
