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Disabled Access Guide for Victoria Theatre
2 Fountain Street
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 1BP
Tel: 01422 351158
Fax: 01422 320552
Email: admin@victoriatheatre.co.uk
Web: http://www.victoriatheatre.co.uk
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Opening Times (Box Office)
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within 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 a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 2.6m x 5m (8ft 6in x 16ft 4in).
On street Blue Badge parking is located off Commercial Street.
There is not a designated drop off point.
There is a standard parking strip on Commercial Street.
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 towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are permanently held open.
The door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located to the left 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 145cm (4ft 9in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the entrance.
There are 3 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do not have handrails.
Outside Access (Box Office)
This information is for the entrance located to the front of the building.
There is 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 81cm (2ft 7in) wide.
Outside Access (Accessible Entrance - Stalls)
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 double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 176cm (5ft 9in) wide.
Level Change (Accessible Entrance - Stalls)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading from the entrance to the foyer.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Reception (Box Office)
The reception desk is 4m (13ft 1in) from the Box Office entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
The desk has a lowered section.
Lighting levels are medium.
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 not level access to the service.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are allowed in some parts of the venue.
The scooter can be used in the foyer only.
Customers can charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
The ramp and platform lift bypass the steps.
Level Change (Foyer)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading from the foyer to the auditorium.
The ramp or slope is steep.
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 80cm (2ft 7in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located leading from the foyer to the auditorium.
There are 5 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
There is a standard and/or platform lift to access this area/service.
The ramp and platform lift bypass the steps.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located in the foyer as you enter.
The lift is a platform lift.
The platform lift accesses a small level change.
The lift is 12m (13yd) from the main entrance.
Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 0.8m x 1.35m (2ft 7in x 4ft 5in).
The lighting level in the lift is medium.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are B-G-1-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is medium.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
The services on the floors which are not accessible are standard toilets, balcony and the circle.
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.
The adapted toilet is 30m (33yd) from the stalls entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the right of the auditorium.
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 locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 86cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 190cm x 255cm (6ft 2in x 8ft 4in).
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 123cm (4ft ).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is 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 a coat hook.
The coat hook is 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 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 47cm (1ft 6in).
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm.
The towel dispenser is 125cm (4ft 1in) high.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 112cm (3ft 8in) high.
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 good.
Lighting levels are medium.
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 45m (49yd) from the stalls entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the left of the auditorium.
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 86cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 170cm x 260cm (5ft 6in x 8ft 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 96cm (3ft 1in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is 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 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 43cm (1ft 4in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 102cm (3ft 4in) high.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
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 fair.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is fair.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are medium.
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located within the adapted toilet.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 98cm (3ft 2in).
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 to the left of the auditorium.
The female toilets are 45m (49yd) from the stalls entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located in the basement.
The male toilets are 35m (38yd) from the stalls entrance.
Inside the venue, there is not level access to the male toilet.
There is an additional female standard toilet located in the basement.
Restaurant / Bar (Stalls Bar)
The following information is for the bar.
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Food is not available from the bar.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
There is a lowered section at the service counter.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
The nearest table is 40m (44yd) from the stalls entrance.
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 107cm (3ft 6in) cm.
Theatre / Opera House
There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
Designated seating is located in the front of the stalls.
Designated seating with limited views is good.
Wheelchairs are left with the patron.
A companion may sit with you.
Companions sit alongside the patron.
It is 15m (16yd) from the designated seating area to the nearest adapted toilet.
This venue does not provide audio described performances.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is infrared.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
A deposit is not required for the hearing system.
The rows suitable for hearing loops are all rows.
There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
Concessions are available.
Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.
The seating in the first five rows of the stalls can be adapted for wheelchair users.
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.
This service can be requested.
Staff are Text Relay aware.
Plastic cups are available.
Plastic cutlery is not available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
