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Northampton Guildhall
St Giles Square
Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN1 1DE
Tel: 01604 837837
Email: enquiries@northampton.gov.uk
Web: http://www.northampton.gov.uk
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Introduction
The Guildhall is used by councillors and community groups for conference hire, wedding and civil partnership receptions.
The One Stop area provides services to the local community.
Services/facilities within the One Stop area include an internet kiosk, bidding kiosks and Citizens Advice.
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Northampton.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Northampton.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
The car park is located underneath the building.
The car park type is underground.
Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do need to be booked in advance.
There are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 2.8m x 4.6m (9ft 2in x 15ft 1in).
The nearest designated bay is 10m (11yd) from the lift.
The furthest designated bay is 12m (13yd) from the lift.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
The maximum height is 1.98m (6ft 5in).
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
On street Blue Badge parking is located on St Giles Street.
There is not a designated drop off point.
This car parking is normally for use by councillors only.
Parking for disabled visitors can be made available if booked in advance.
The entrance to the car park is via barrier entry.
There is access directly into the building from the car park, though staff assistance would be required.
Alternative access between the car park and main entrance is via the steep car park entrance ramp.
Outside Access (Guildhall Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located St Giles Street.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in) wide.
Outside Access (One Stop Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located on St Giles Street.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in) wide.
No Level Access (One Stop & Guildhall Entrances)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located to the right as you face the entrances.
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 in front of the entrances.
There are 6 steps to the area/service.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are in the centre.
The ramp is used to bypass the steps.
Reception (One Stop)
The reception desk is 6m (19ft 8in) from the One Stop entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
The desk has a lowered section.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a portable loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
This reception area has several different desks available including the One Stop reception, an appointments Desk, telephone desk and Police desk.
Inside Access (One Stop)
There is level access to the service.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Inside Access (Guildhall)
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is infrared.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are varied.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
The hearing assistance is available in the following rooms; The Great Hall, Court Room, Council Chamber, Jeffrey Room, Godwin Room and the Holding Room.
The photograph shows the Great Hall.
No Level Access (Guildhall - Ground Floor)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located between the entrance and main corridor.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
No Level Access (Guildhall - 1st Floor)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located between the main corridor and Jeffrey Room.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are B-G-M-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 basement level is only accessed by members of the public when using the car park and is always manned by a member of staff.
The mezzanine level is not open to members of the public.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located to the left as you enter the building.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are B-G-M-1.
The lift is 8m (26ft 2in) from the Guildhall entrance.
Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1m x 1.3m (3ft 3in x 4ft 3in).
The clear door width is 80cm.
There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
There is not 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 controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Adapted Toilet (Guildhall)
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 8m (26ft 2in) from the Guildhall entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the left as you enter the building.
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 the Guildhall office.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 77cm (2ft 6in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 170cm x 170cm (5ft 6in x 5ft 6in).
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 100cm (3ft 3in).
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 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 42cm (1ft 4in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
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 an additional adapted toilet available off the main corridor on the ground floor.
Adapted Toilet (One Stop)
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 16m (17yd) from the One Stop entrance.
The adapted toilet is located off the waiting 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 150cm x 210cm (4ft 11in 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 100cm (3ft 3in).
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 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 not a hand dryer.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The towel dispenser 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 placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 80cm (2ft 7in) high.
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.
This toilet serves as a standard female toilet.
The baby change facilities are located in the adapted toilet.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located to the right as you enter the building.
The female toilets are 8m (26ft 2in) from the Guildhall 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 to the right as you enter the building.
The male toilets are 6m (19ft 8in) from the Guildhall entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
There are also standard toilets available in the One Stop area of the building.
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 generally on duty.
Staff are trained to BSL level 1.
Staff are Type Talk aware.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
