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Disabled Access Guide for Shibden Hall
Shibden Hall Road
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX3 6XG
Tel: 01422 352246
Email: shibden.hall@calderdale.gov.uk
Web: http://www.calderdale.gov.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 15:15 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 15:15 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 15:15 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 15:15 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 15:15 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 15:15 |
| Sunday | 12:00 - 15:15 |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Halifax.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Halifax.
There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking (Lower Car Park)
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.
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 uneven surfaces.
The car park surface is loose chippings.
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.
Parking (Main Car Park)
This venue does have its own car park.
The car park is at the front of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
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 slopes/ramps.
The car park surface is tarmac.
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.
Level Change (Main Car Park)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading from the car park to the hall.
The ramp or slope is steep.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located to the front of the building.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the entrance.
There are 5 steps to the area/service.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on the left going up.
Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the building.
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 80cm (2ft 7in) wide.
Level Change (Accessible Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
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 130cm (4ft 3in).
Reception
The reception desk is 16m (17yd) from the accessible entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
The desk does not have a lowered section.
Lighting levels are medium.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
There is not level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a portable loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are not allowed in public parts of the venue.
Level Change (Inside)
There are some uneven surfaces on the ground floor.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is low.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on the right side going up.
There is a landing.
The services on the floors which are not accessible are additional room settings.
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 a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a portable loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
Concessions are not available.
There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
Restaurant / Bar
The following information is for the cafe.
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
No chairs have armrests.
The nearest table is 4m (13ft 1in) from the accessible entrance.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 71cm (2ft 3in) cm.
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 71cm (2ft 3in) cm.
Menus are hand held and on the wall.
Menus are not available in Braille.
Menus are available in large print.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is snacks and sandwiches.
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.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 30m (33yd) from the accessable entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the rear of the hall in a separate block.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is required for the adapted toilet.
The key is a radar key.
The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 89cm (2ft 11in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 230cm x 200cm (7ft 6in x 6ft 6in).
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 left.
The lateral transfer space is 108cm (3ft 6in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is not a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is lever.
There is a mixer tap.
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 is not a shelf within the adapted toilet.
There are not mirrors in the adapted toilet.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (1ft 4in).
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm.
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 good.
The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
Lighting levels are medium.
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 rear of the hall in a separate block.
The female and male toilets are 30m (33yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are medium.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 88cm (2ft 10in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
Level Change (Standard Toilets)
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the entrance.
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.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
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.
Plastic cups are available.
Plastic cutlery is available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
