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Disabled Access Guide for Roehampton Library & Learning Centre
2 Danebury Avenue
Roehampton
London
SW15 4HD
Tel: 020 8871 7091
Fax: 020 8780 2719
Email: libraries@wandsworth.gov.uk
Web: http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 14:30 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Roehampton.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Barnes.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
The car park is located off Danebury Avenue.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are not available.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Danebury Avenue)
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in) wide.
Inside this entrance there is a security barrier with a clearance of 105cm.
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 a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
The lighting levels are bright.
Library
This library does not house a regular supply of books in Braille.
This library does house a regular supply of books in large print.
This library does house a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
There is an ordering service.
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 13m (14yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located behind the reception desk left as you enter.
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 dimensions of the adapted toilet are 190cm x 250cm (6ft 2in x 8ft 2in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 120cm (3ft 11in).
The tap type is lever.
There is 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 a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 120cm (3ft 11in) high.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
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 walls and floor is good.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
There are baby changing facilities in the adapted toilet.
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 behind the reception desk, left as you enter.
The female and male toilets are 13m (14yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Additional Information
Staff do 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.
Staff are trained to take TypeTalk calls.
