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Lee Valley Athletics Centre
Lee Valley Leisure Complex
61 Meridian Way
Edmonton
London
N9 0AR
Tel: 020 8344 7230
Fax: 020 8344 7231
Email: lvac@leevalleypark.org.uk
Web: http://www.leevalleypark.org.uk
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Introduction
Services/facilities within the building include a 200 metre 6 lane track, a 130 metre sprint straight, full jumps provision, indoor throws area, strength and conditioning suite and the Lee Valley Athletics Academy.
Services/facilities within the grounds include a 400 metre 8 lane track and field events facilities.
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
The indoor facilities are booked out to 'UK Athletics' between 09:00 and 13:00 Monday to Friday.
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the borough.
This venue is situated in Picketts Lock.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Ponders End.
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 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 3.6m x 5.5m (11ft 9in x 18ft ).
The nearest designated bay is 31m (34yd) from the main entrance.
The furthest designated bay is 98m (107yd) from the main entrance.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
Assistance may be required because there is/are dropped kerbs.
The car park surface is tarmac.
There is a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
The maximum height is 2m (6ft 6in).
There is a designated drop off point.
The drop off point is located to the left as you face the entrance.
There is no kerb at the drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located leading from the car park.
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 145cm (4ft 9in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 145cm (4ft 9in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 6m (19ft 8in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
The desk has a lowered section.
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 not level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
This venue does play background music.
Music is played throughout the venue.
The lighting levels are varied.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers can charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is medium.
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.
There are several ramps along the entire front of the building for access to the 130 metre straight track which is located on the 1st floor.
There are several flat rest points along each ramp.
Sports Grounds
Non Segregated Access (Home and Away seating)
Home and Away wheelchair users do not have separate seating areas.
Wheelchair users have a designated accessible seating area.
There is level access to the designated seating area.
Wheelchair seating is located immediately inside the turnstiles by reception.
The view from this area is good.
A companion cannot sit beside/near you.
Adapted toilets are available.
The closest adapted toilet to the seating area is 14m (15yd).
The adapted toilet is located behind the designated seating area.
Standard seating is only accessible via ramps/slopes.
Fitness Suite
Access to fitness suite
The fitness suite is located in the middle of the venue at the front.
The fitness suite is 54m (59yd) from the main entrance.
There is not level access to the fitness suite.
Fitness Suite (General)
Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes pulley and weight lifting stations.
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.
No Level Access (Fitness Suite)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front as you pass through the turnstiles.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located to the left as you face the gym entrance.
There are 7 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 both sides.
The ramp bypasses the steps to the fitness suite.
Standard Changing Room (Male)
There are standard changing rooms available.
The standard changing rooms are located in the centre of the venue at the front.
The standard changing room is 41m (45yd) from the main entrance.
The standard changing room is 35m (38yd) from the reception desk.
The standard changing room is 23m (25yd) from the track.
There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
Standard Changing Room (Female)
There are standard changing rooms available.
The standard changing rooms are located to the left as you pass through the turnstiles.
The standard changing room is 24m (26yd) from the main entrance.
The standard changing room is 15m (16yd) from the reception desk.
The standard changing room is 38m (41yd) from the track.
There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
Adapted Shower
Adapted shower facilities are available.
The showers are located within the male and female changing rooms.
There is an adjustable shower head.
There are handrails.
There is a flip down seat.
The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 6in).
Other facilities available are an emergency alarm and a drop down rail.
The adapted shower also serves as an adapted changing facility.
Adapted Toilet (Changing Rooms)
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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 41m (45yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located outside the male and female changing room entrances.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is not a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 100cm (3ft 3in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 141cm x 215cm (4ft 7in x 7ft ).
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 80cm (2ft 7in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is not 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 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 47cm (1ft 6in).
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 115cm (3ft 9in) 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 good.
The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is fair.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is fair.
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
The adapted toilet outside the female changing rooms is a mirror image of the above.
Standard Toilet (Changing Rooms)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located outside the female changing rooms.
The female toilets are 24m (26yd) 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 outside the male changing rooms.
The male toilets are 41m (45yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Adapted Toilet (Refreshments Area)
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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 10m (11yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in the refreshments area to the right as you enter the venue.
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 locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 146cm x 210cm (4ft 9in 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 73cm (2ft 4in).
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 not 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 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 48cm (1ft 6in).
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 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 poor.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is fair.
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located within the refreshments area adapted toilet.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 108cm (3ft 6in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
Standard Toilet (Refreshments Area)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are 13m (14yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Additional Information
Staff do not receive disability awareness training.
Documents are not available in Braille.
Documents are not available in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
The photograph on the left shows the bolt fixtures for securing a wheelchair in the throws area.
