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Disabled Access Guide for The Piece Hall
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 1RE
Tel: 01422 321002
Email: edyn.culverwell@calderdale.gov.uk
Web: http://www.calderdale.gov.uk/leisure/localhistory/piece-hall
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 17:45 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 17:45 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 17:45 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:45 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 17:45 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 17:45 |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 17:45 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Halifax.
The venue is on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Halifax.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are not available.
The photograph shows the drop off point which is located in front of the Westgate entrance.
Outside Access (Westgate)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open (no doors).
The door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in) wide.
Level Change (Westgate)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located inside the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 90cm (2ft 11in).
Outside Access (Hatters Fold)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open (no doors).
The door opening is 230cm (7ft 6in) wide.
Level Change (Hatters Fold)
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 moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 230cm (7ft 6in).
Outside Access (Blackledge)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open (no doors).
Level Change (Blackledge)
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.
The width of the ramp or slope is 250cm (8ft 2in).
Inside Access
There is not level access to the service.
Level Change (Inside Access)
The Square has medium and steep slopes situated throughout.
The surface at the square is paving slabs or cobbles.
It is possible to access all shopping floors via a lift.
There is level access to the lift from the Westgate entrance.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is low.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located next to the Tourist Information Centre.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
The lift is 70m (76yd) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.95m x 1.35m (6ft 4in 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 bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
The distance to the lift is given from the Westgate entrance.
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.
The adapted toilet is 48m (52yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located adjacent to the Woolshops entrance.
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 office.
The door opens inwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 235cm x 250cm (7ft 8in x 8ft 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 150cm (4ft 11in).
The tap type is lever.
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.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 50cm (1ft 7in).
There is a hand dryer.
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 is not placed higher than 100cm.
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.
Level access to the toilets is from the Westgate entrance.
The distance to the toilets is from the Westgate entrance.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located adjacent to the Woolshops entrance.
The female toilets are 48m (52yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
Lighting levels are low.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are located within the standard toilet.
Level access to the toilets is from the Westgate entrance.
The distance to the toilets is from the Westgate entrance.
Additional Information
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
