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Disabled Access Guide for Littlehampton Town Council
Manor House
Church Street
Littlehampton
West Sussex
BN17 5EW
Tel: 01903 732063
Fax: 01903 731690
Email: ltc@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk
Web: http://www.littlehampton-tc.gov.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Littlehampton Town Council is only open on a Saturday for the museum.
The opening times refer to the Littlehampton Town Council reception office.
The opening times for the New Millennium Chamber vary according to bookings. Please phone 01903 732063 for details.
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Littlehampton.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Littlehampton.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
On street Blue Badge parking is located in the Manor House public car park.
The convenient drop off point is located outside the New Millennium Chamber.
Outside Access (Reception Office Entrance)
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 towards you (pull).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 100cm (3ft 3in) wide.
Level Change (Reception Office Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located adjacent to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 140cm (4ft 7in).
There are 9 deep steps for access to the venue from Church Street.
Outside Access (New Millenium Chamber Entrance)
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 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
Level Change (New Millenium Chamber Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 180cm (5ft 10in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
There are 3 steps to the area/service.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on the right going up.
The ramp is used to overcome the steps.
Reception
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are bright.
There is no inside access between the reception office and the New Millennium Chamber.
The hearing loop is located in the New Millennium Chamber.
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 deep.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
The New Millennium Chamber is located on the 1st floor.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located in the corridor beyond the entrance.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G - 1.
The lift is 6m (19ft 8in) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.05m x 1.35m (3ft 5in x 4ft 5in).
There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does not have an audible announcer.
The lighting level in the lift is low.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does not have tactile markings.
The lift gives access to the New Millennium Chamber.
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.
The adapted toilet is 5m (16ft 4in) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located on the ground floor of the New Millennium Chamber.
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 190cm x 220cm (6ft 2in x 7ft 2in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 118cm (3ft 10in).
The tap type is lever.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is not 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 45cm (1ft 5in).
There is not a hand dryer.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm.
The towel dispenser is 120cm (3ft 11in) high.
There is not a toilet roll holder.
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.
There are baby changing facilities in the adapted toilet.
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.
The adapted toilet is 20m (22yd) from the reception office.
The adapted toilet is located to the rear of the foyer.
There is not 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 sliding bolt.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 180cm x 320cm (5ft 10in x 10ft 5in).
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 70cm (2ft 3in).
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 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 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 46cm (1ft 6in).
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm.
The towel dispenser is 113cm (3ft 8in) high.
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 fair.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is fair.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are medium.
This adapted toilet is for the conference room users only.
Level Change (Adapted Toilet)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading from the foyer to the adapted toilet.
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 120cm (3ft 11in).
the ramp has a handrail on both sides.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located on the ground floor of the New Millennium Chamber.
The female toilets are 4m (13ft 1in) 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 on the ground floor of the New Millennium Chamber.
The male toilets are 5m (16ft 4in) 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.
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.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service cannot be requested.
The photo shows the moderate slope between the public car park and the venue.
