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Disabled Access Guide for Wandle Recreation Centre
Mapleton Road
Wandsworth
London
SW18 4DN
Tel: 0208 8711149
Fax: 0208 8704134
Email: enquiries@wandlerecreationcetre.co.uk
Web: http://www.dcleisurecentres.co.uk/sites/wandle/home.html
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Introduction
Services/facilities within the building include a fitness suite, exercise studio and treatment room.
Services/facilities within the grounds include astro turf pitches.
As you exit reception to the outside pitches, the changing facilities are on your left.
The sports hall is on the far side of the pitches.
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 07:30 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30 - 21:00 |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Wandsworth.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Wandsworth Town.
The nearest underground station is East Putney.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
The car park is located at the rear of the venue.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are not available.
There is not a designated drop off point.
There is a Blue Badge bay for up to 5 vehicles outside this venue.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located on Mapleton Road.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 128cm (4ft 2in) wide.
The automatic doors are push pad operated.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading from the pavement to 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.
Reception
The reception desk is 4m (13ft 1in) from the main 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 level access to the service.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are varied.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
Fitness Suite
Access to fitness suite
The fitness suite is located opposite reception.
The fitness suite is 6m (19ft 8in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to the fitness suite.
IFI Accredited Fitness Suite
The fitness suite has attained IFI level one.
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
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.
Standard Changing Room
There are standard changing rooms available.
The standard changing rooms are located outside reception facing the pitches.
The standard changing room is 40m (44yd) from the main entrance.
The standard changing room is 35m (38yd) from the reception desk.
The standard changing room is 15m (16yd) from the pitches.
There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
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 Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
There is tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 40m (44yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located within the changing areas.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is not 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 150cm x 200cm (4ft 11in 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 75cm (2ft 5in).
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 not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are not 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 45cm (1ft 5in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is not a towel dispenser.
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 114cm (3ft 8in) high.
There is a sink.
The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 77cm (2ft 6in) high.
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 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.
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 within the changing areas.
The female and male toilets are 40m (44yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are medium.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located within the female changing area.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
The photographs show the male standard toilet and the baby change within the female toilets respectively.
Adapted Shower
Adapted shower facilities are available.
The showers are located within the standard changing areas.
There is an adjustable shower head.
There are handrails.
There is a flip down seat.
The height of the seat is 49cm (1ft 7in).
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
Standard Shower
Standard level access shower facilities are available.
The showers are located within the changing areas.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
Standard Changing Room (Sports Hall)
There are standard changing rooms available.
The standard changing rooms are located off the man hall.
The standard changing room is 3m (9ft 10in) from the sports hall entrance.
The standard changing room is 120m (131yd) from the reception desk.
The standard changing room is 1m (3ft 3in) from the hall.
There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
Adapted Toilet (Sports Hall)
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 9m (29ft 6in) from the sports hall entrance.
The adapted toilet is located off the main hall.
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 93cm (3ft ).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 295cm x 290cm (9ft 8in x 9ft 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
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.
It is not a push button style of alarm.
Disposal facilities are not 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 47cm (1ft 6in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is not a towel dispenser.
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 can 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 poor.
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.
This facility has an adapted shower within it.
Standard Toilet (Sports Hall)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are located off the main corridor.
The female and male toilets are 3m (9ft 10in) from the sports hall entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are medium.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.
Adapted Shower (Sports Hall)
Adapted shower facilities are available.
There is an adjustable shower head.
There are handrails.
There is a flip down seat.
The height of the seat is 53cm (1ft 8in).
Other facilities available are pull cord alarm and drop down rail.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
This facility has an adapted toilet within it.
Standard Shower (Sports Hall)
Standard level access shower facilities are not available.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
There is 1 medium step into the shower.
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.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
