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Disabled Access Guide for Sheen Sports & Fitness Centre
Park Avenue
East Sheen
London
SW14 8RG
Tel: 020 8090 9630
Fax: 020 8878 9395
Email: leisure@richmond.gov.uk
Web: http://www.richmond.gov.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 21:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
There are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The nearest designated bay is 10m (11yd) from the main accessible entrance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Outside Access
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in) wide.
Level Change (Outside Access)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the main entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 150cm (4ft 11in).
Reception
The reception desk is 7m (22ft 11in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
This venue does play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
Fitness Suite
Access to fitness suite
The fitness suite is located opposite the main entrance.
The fitness suite is 6m (19ft 8in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to the fitness suite.
There are doors into the waiting room / area.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in) wide.
IFI Accredited Fitness Suite
A number of staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equity Training.
IFI accredited equipment is available.
For example:
Treadmill
Upright Cycle
Recumbent Cycle
Upper Body Ergometer
Leg Curl
Leg Extension
Upper Body Multi-station
Small Equipment Package
A portable hearing loop is available for induction.
Staff are trained to use the portable hearing loop.
There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
There is level access to all of the equipment.
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.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens by sliding.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 270cm x 450cm (8ft 10in x 14ft 9in).
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
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.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
Lighting levels are low.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
Lighting levels are low.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
There is a soft play area for children.
