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Bob Lord Stand

Burnley Football Club - Turf Moor, Harry Potts Way, Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 4BX

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Getting Help and Assistance

  • There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
  • Club staff receive disability awareness/equality training.
  • Stewards receive disability awareness/equality training.
  • Hospitality staff do not receive disability awareness/equality training.
  • Food and drink concession staff do receive disability awareness/equality training.
  • Car parking attendants do receive disability awareness/equality training.
  • Stewards and car park attendants receive deaf awareness training.
  • There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
  • There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the stadium/near by.
  • The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located around the outer concourse.
  • Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
  • There are not mobility aids available.

Getting Here

  • By Road View
    • From the East:
      Exit the M65 at junction 12 and follow signs to 'Burnley North A682'. Proceed over two roundabouts and into Colne Road. After 1.5 miles, turn left at the lights into Casterton Avenue. After ½ mile, go straight on at another roundabout; follow signs for 'Rochdale A6114', into Eastern Avenue. After 1.5 miles, you will be on Belvedere Road and the stadium is there.
      From the West:
      Exit the M65 motorway at junction 9 (Signposted Halifax A679) and turn right at the first roundabout, over the motorway. Go to the second roundabout and take a left, still following signs for Halifax and onto Accrington Road. After ¾ of a mile, go right at the traffic lights into Rossendale Road. Follow for another 1.5 miles and then go straight on through the traffic lights into Glen View Road. After another mile, turn left into Todmorden Road, where you will find Turf Moor at the foot of the hill.
      From the North and South:
      Exit the M6 at Junction 29 and onto the M65. Exit the M65 at junction 10 and follow signs for 'Towneley Hall'. This road eventually goes past Turf Moor.
    • There are 2 car parks at Turf Moor, both are situated off Harry Potts Way; Harry Potts Way Car Park and North East Car Park.
      Away Supporters - Most of the surrounding streets have parking restrictions on a matchday (Saturday and Tuesday), so it is advisable for away supporters to use the adjoining cricket club (charges may apply), or the following car parks; Woodgrove Car Park, Millennium NCP Car Park (Brown Street), Deanmill Car Park (Plumb Street), Aircelle Ltd Car Park (Bancroft Avenue).
  • By Bus View
    • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the stadium.
    • There is a bus stop directly outside the Bob Lord Stand, giving direct access to the outer concourse (Harry Potts Way).
      From Burnley Bus Station
      Burnley Bus Station is a short walk from the stadium, just off Centenary Way. From here leave the station and head towards the Gala Bingo Hall opposite. Use the underground footpath and then head under the aqueduct onto Yorkshire Street and follow until it becomes Harry Potts Way. The ground is on your left hand side.
    • For more information on Lancashire Bus Service please click here (opens new tab).
  • By Train View

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Outer Concourse

  • There is step-free access throughout the outer concourse.
    The surface of the outer concourse is tarmac.
    There is a slight slope leading from Harry Potts Way to the outer concourse area next to the Jimmy McIlroy Stand.
    There are some dropped kerbs located on Harry Potts Way and in front of the Jimmy McIlroy Stand and the James Hargreaves Stand.
  • There are food and drink stands located around the outer concourse.
    There are programme stalls located around the outer concourse.
    The Fanzone is located on the outer concourse, at the corner of the Jimmy McIlroy Stand and James Hargreaves Stand.
  • All stands can be accessed via the outer concourse.
  • On matchdays there is a traffic exclusion zone along Harry Potts Way.
    The traffic exclusion zone begins two hours before kick-off and finishes between 30-45 minutes after the final whistle (depending on the fixture).
  • Clear directional signage is provided on the concourse.
  • There is a stadium plan/map on the concourse.
  • There is a steward/member of staff available for assistance on match days.

Access Point (Accessible Entrance B3 - Internal Concourse)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located on the outer wall of the Bob Lord Stand.
    • The access point is not clearly signed.
    • There is step-free access to the access point.
    • The access point door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The door(s) open(s) by sliding.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the access point opening is 600cm.
    • There is a/are handheld ticket reader(s) at the access point.
    • There is a steward available for assistance.
    • After entering the concourse a steward will escort you to the doors leading to the pitchside designated seating area.
  • Access to the Stand Concourse View
    • There is step-free access from the access point to the stand concourse.

Turnstile(s) (Bob Lord Stand - Internal Concourse)

  • Turnstile(s) View
    • This information is for the turnstile(s) located on the outer wall of the Bob Lord Stand.
    • The turnstile(s) used to access the stand is/are 5, 6, 7 and 8.
    • The turnstile(s) is/are clearly signed.
    • The turnstiles are all similar.
    • The turnstile(s) surveyed was/were Turnstile 5.
    • There is step-free access to the turnstile(s) surveyed.
    • The turnstile(s) opening width is 60cm.
    • There is a/are fixed ticket reader(s) at the turnstile(s) surveyed.
    • The height of the ticket reader(s) is/are 100cm.
    • There is a steward available for assistance.
    • The turnstile(s) can be overcome by using Accessible Entrance B3.
  • Access to the Stand Concourse View
    • There is step-free access from the turnstile(s), to the stand concourse.

Access Point (Alternative Entrance B2 - External Concourse)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located on the outer wall of the Bob Lord Stand.
    • The access point is clearly signed.
    • There is step-free access to the access point.
    • The access point door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The door(s) open(s) by sliding.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the access point opening is 600cm.
    • There is a/are handheld ticket reader(s) at the access point.
    • There is a steward available for assistance.
  • Access to the Stand Concourse View
    • There is step-free access from the access point to the stand concourse.

Turnstile(s) (Bob Lord Stand - External Concourse)

  • Turnstile(s) View
    • This information is for the turnstile(s) located on the outer wall of the Bob Lord Stand.
    • The turnstile(s) used to access the stand is/are 1, 2, 3 and 4.
    • The turnstile(s) is/are clearly signed.
    • The turnstiles are all similar.
    • The turnstile(s) surveyed was/were Turnstile 4.
    • There is stepped access to the turnstile(s) surveyed.
    • There is/are 1 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The turnstile(s) opening width is 40cm.
    • There is a/are fixed ticket reader(s) at the turnstile(s) surveyed.
    • The height of the ticket reader(s) is/are 105cm.
    • There is a steward available for assistance.
    • The turnstile(s) can be overcome by using Alternative Entrance B2.
  • Access to the Stand Concourse View
    • There is stepped access from the turnstile(s), to the stand concourse.
    • There is/are 3 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

Stand

  • Stand View
    • This stand is for home supporters.
    • This stand has a dedicated access point for wheelchair users.
    • The name of the dedicated access point is Accessible Entrance B3.
    • There are designated spaces for wheelchair users within this stand.
    • Designated spaces for wheelchair users are located at pitchside.
    • Clear directional signage is provided for the designated spaces.
    • There is designated seating for ambulant disabled people within the stand.
    • There is no specific seating area for ambulant supporters so please contact the club for more info.
    • There is step-free access throughout the concourse area(s).
    • The flooring in the concourse area(s) is blistered vinyl.
    • Clear directional signage is provided in the concourse area(s).
    • Background music/noise is not played in the concourse area(s).
    • The concourse area(s) is/are congested on match days during busy periods (before kick off, just before and during half time and at the end of matches).
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the concourse area(s) is good.
    • Lighting levels in the concourse area(s) are good.
    • There are food and drink counters situated along the concourse area(s).
    • Headsets for audio commentary can be used in this stand.
    • Headsets are collected from the Clarets Store.
    • There is not a deposit charge for the use of headsets.
  • Access to the Stand Seating View
    • There is stepped access from the concourse to stand seating.
    • There is/are 15+ step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides going up.
    • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are easy to grip.
    • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • Lighting levels at the stairs are good.
    • There is/are 1-15+ clearly marked step(s) to access the rows of seating from here.
  • Stand Facilities View
    • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available within the stand.
    • Accessible toilets are located next to the pitchside designated seating area.
    • There are standard toilets available within the stand.
    • There are not ambulant cubicles available in the standard toilets.
    • There is not a separate parent and baby room within the stand.

Food and Drink (Bob Lord Stand)

  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are located in the outer refreshment area.
  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access to the food and drink counter(s).
  • The height of the food and drink counter(s) is/are medium height (77cm - 109cm) and high (110cm+).
  • There is not a low section at the food and drink counter(s) with a height of 76cm or below.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the food and drink counter(s).
  • Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
  • Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • There is a steward available to provide assistance with ordering food and drink.
  • Stewards can assist in taking food and drink to the designated seating area(s).

Access Point (Accessible Entrance - Gate B4)

  • Access Point View
    • This information is for the access point located between the Jimmy McIlory Stand and the Bob Lord Stand.
    • The access point is clearly signed.
    • There is step-free access to the access point.
    • The access point door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the access point opening is 170cm.
    • There is a steward available for assistance.

Designated Seating Area(s)

  • Seating Area 1 View
    • This information is for the designated seating area located at pitchside.
    • There is step-free access to the designated seating area.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are not clearly marked/signed.
    • The view from the seating area is good.
    • There is/are 10 designated space(s) for wheelchair users in the seating area.
    • Companions sit next to you.
    • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • There is a dedicated steward to provide assistance.
    • There is an accessible toilet close to the seating area.

Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Right-Hand Transfer)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the Accessible Entrance - Gate B4.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The door is locked by a lever twist.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is fair.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 340cm (4ft 11in x 11ft 2in).
    • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are not available in the toilet.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
    • 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 (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 93cm (3ft 1in).
    • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
    • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the towel dispenser is 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is good.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the hand dryer is 97cm (3ft 2in).
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.

Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Left-Hand Transfer)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located ahead as you enter.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the Accessible Entrance - Gate B4.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The door is locked by a lever twist.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is fair.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 220cm (5ft 3in x 7ft 3in).
    • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
    • The lateral transfer space is 89cm (2ft 11in).
    • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
    • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
    • There is a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are general waste (with lid) disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
    • 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 (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 93cm (3ft 1in).
    • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
    • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the towel dispenser is 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is good.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the hand dryer is 97cm (3ft 2in).
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
  • Comments View
    • There is a slight ramp with no handrails on the route from the accessible entrance to the toilet, as shown in photograph 5.