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Disabled Access Guide for Rockbourne Roman Villa
Rockbourne
Fordingbridge
Hampshire
SP6 3PG
Tel: 0845 603 5635
Web: http://www.hants.gov.uk/rockbourne-roman-villa
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Opening Times (April - September)
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 11:00 - 16:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the area.
This venue is situated in Rockbourne.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Salisbury.
There is not 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 not need to be booked in advance.
There are 0 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
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 loose chippings.
The car park surface is grass.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 82cm (2ft 8in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading up to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the ramp.
There are 1 steps to the area/service.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are shallow.
The steps do not have handrails.
Reception
The reception desk is 2m (6ft 6in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
The desk does not have a lowered section.
Lighting levels are medium.
Inside Access
There is not level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Level Change (Outside Roman Villa Exhibits)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading to the outside exhibits.
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 112cm (3ft 8in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located leading to the outside exhibits.
There are 2 steps to the area/service.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
The ramp overcomes the steps.
The outside Roman Villa exhibits are on grass which is uneven in places.
Museum
Exhibits can not be audio described.
Tactile signage for exhibits is not available.
Braille signage for exhibits is not available.
Touch tours are not available.
Video tours are not available.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
Concessions are available.
There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
Carers get in free to the museum.
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.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 6m (19ft 8in) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the right as you enter.
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 by sliding.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 76cm (2ft 5in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 140cm x 175cm (4ft 7in 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 right.
The lateral transfer space is 76cm (2ft 5in).
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.
No emergency alarm is fitted in the cubicle.
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 a shelf within the adapted toilet.
The shelf is not higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
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 hand dryer.
The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 102cm (3ft 4in) 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 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 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 good.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located within the adapted toilet.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 82cm (2ft 8in).
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 and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are located to the right as you enter.
The female and male toilets are 6m (19ft 8in) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are medium.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents are not available 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 can be requested.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
