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Disabled Access Guide for Sevenoaks Library
Buckhurst Lane
Sevenoaks
Kent
TN13 1LQ
Tel: 01732 452384
Fax: 01732 459581
Email: sevenoakslibrary@kent.gov.uk
Web: http://www.kent.gov.uk/libraries
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Sevenoaks.
The venue is on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Sevenoaks.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
On street Blue Badge parking is located adjacent to the entrances.
The convenient dropoff point is located adjacent to the entrances
Outside Access (Suffolk Way)
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are single width.
The doors are light.
The door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in) wide.
The automatic door is push pad operated.
Outside Access (Buckhurst Lane)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in) wide.
Level Change (Buckhurst Lane)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 140cm (4ft 7in).
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.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are bright.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-G-1-2.
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.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located adjacent to the entrance.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are -1-0-1-2.
The lift is 7m (22ft 11in) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.1m x 2m (3ft 7in x 6ft 6in).
There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does have an audible announcer.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does have Braille markings.
The lift does 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 for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 12m (13yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located off the restaurant area.
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 dimensions of the adapted toilet are 155cm x 230cm (5ft 1in x 7ft 6in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
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.
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 is not placed higher than 100cm.
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 good.
Lighting levels are bright.
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 Toilets
The female toilets are located off the restaurant area.
The female toilets are 9m (29ft 6in) from the accessible 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 off the restaurant area.
The male toilets are 9m (29ft 6in) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Restaurant / Bar
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Full table service is not available.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 70cm (2ft 3in) cm.
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.
It takes approximately 2-7 days to process an order.
Books are available in Braille on request.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is generally on duty.
Staff are trained to BSL level 1.
There is a soft play area for children.
The photograph shows the soft play area for children.
