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Disabled Access Guide for Sandy Row Community Centre
63-75 Sandy Row
Belfast
BT12 5ER
Tel: 0289 0325403
Fax: 0289 0313958
Email: martink@belfastcity.gov.uk
Web: http://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/communitycentres
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Monday | 19:00 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 19:00 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 19:00 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 19:00 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 19:00 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Belfast.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The venue is in a pedestrian area.
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 back 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 not accessible to a wheelchair.
The car park surface is tarmac.
There is not a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are available.
The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 2.1m x 5.4m (6ft 10in x 17ft 8in).
Standard marked parking bays are located in front of the building.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
There is 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 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 155cm (5ft 1in) wide.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers can charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is medium.
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 in the main foyer of the building.
The lift is a platform lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
The lift is 8m (26ft 2in) from the main entrance.
The dimensions of the lift are 1m x 1.5m (3ft 3in x 4ft 11in).
The clear door width is 89cm.
There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
The lift does not 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 not have tactile markings.
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 24m (26yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located at the rear of the building.
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 76cm (2ft 5in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 170cm x 200cm (5ft 6in x 6ft 6in).
Floor manoeuvring space is not clear in the adapted toilet.
There is not a lateral transfer space.
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 49cm (1ft 7in).
There is not a hand dryer.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is not a toilet roll holder.
There is not a sink.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
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.
The baby change facilities are located in the adapted toilet.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 95cm (3ft 1in).
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 in the main foyer.
The female toilets are 18m (20yd) from the main 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 rear of the venue.
The male toilets are 19m (21yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
The photograph shows the standard female toilet.
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 not Text Relay aware.
Plastic cups are available.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
There is a soft play area for children.
This venue is not part of a local or national disability initiative.
