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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The racecourse is located on the A308 between Sunbury-on-Thames and Hampton Court, less than one mile from Junction 1 of the M3 via Junction 12 of the M25. Priority car parking is provided to owners and trainers and those with a Blue Badge and this is accessed via Gate 1 in Park Road.
  • Free parking is available on all of the racedays. The main car park is free at the majority of fixtures, however this excludes all jump fixtures as well as the 31st March, 7th April, 15th August and 8th September. On all of these fixtures there is a £5 charge per car for the main car park.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Kempton Park Station.
  • Kempton Park Racecourse boasts its own train station on-site – Kempton Park – which is situated 200 yards from the North entrance. Trains run every half an hour direct from London Waterloo with the journey time being just 40 minutes. Please note that trains don't run on Boxing Day but there is a bus service from Turnham Green Underground Station. This station is accessible via tube on this day.
  • For more information on National Rail please click here (opens new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• For a map of the racecourse please click here (new tab).
• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• Staff receive disability awareness/equality training.
• There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
• British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: large print on request and Braille on request.
• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are not mobility aids available.

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Raceday Parking

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Outside Access (The Panoramic Bar and Restaurant)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the Parade Ring side of the Main Grandstand.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 156cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.

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Other Floors (The Panoramic Bar and Restaurant)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are for public use.
  • The stairs are located to the right when entering the Panoramic Bar and Restaurant entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 11m from the Panoramic Bar and Restaurant entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell on the ground floor.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Lift (The Panoramic Bar and Restaurant)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right when entering the Panoramic Bar and Restaurant entrance.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Panoramic Bar and Restaurant entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is poor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is poor.
• The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 190cm (4ft 7in x 6ft 3in).
• There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Reception (Second Floor - The Panoramic Bar and Restaurant)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located in the lobby area, on the second floor.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The lowered section of the counter is not at the recommended height of 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the reception area.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
• Reception Seating Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
• Comments View
  • The lowered section of the reception desk is 89cm.

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Counter (Cloakroom - The Panoramic Bar and Restaurant)

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located to the right when you enter the Panoramic Bar and Restaurant.
  • The counter is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the Panoramic Bar and Restaurant entrance.
  • Clear signage for the counter is visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the counter, via lift.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are good.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.

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Eating and Drinking (The Panoramic Restaurant)

• The following information is for the restaurant.
• The restaurant is located on the second floor of the Main Grandstand.
• There is step-free access, via lift, to the restaurant.
• There is a/are double, heavy manual door(s) to access this area.
• Full table service is available.
• There is not a hearing assistance system .
• There is stepped access within the restaurant.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Background music varies according to the function/event.
• The type of flooring in this area is wood.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests on both sides.
• The nearest table is approximately 3m from the entrance/opening.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 63cm.
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 71cm.
• There are hand held menus available.
• The type of food served here is modern European cuisine.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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• Comments View
  • The lowered front section of the restaurant has fixed tables and seating.
  • Row A tables and seats are permanently fixed.

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Eating and Drinking (The Panoramic Bar)

• The following information is for the bar.
• The bar is located at the rear of the Panoramic Restaurant.
• There is step-free access, via lift, to the bar.
• There is a/are double, heavy manual door(s) to access this area.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food and/or drinks can be brought to the table.
• The height of the service counter is high (110cm+) .
• There is not a lowered section of the counter.
• There is not a hearing assistance system .
• There is step-free access within the bar.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• This area does not play background music.
• Background music varies according to the function/event.
• The type of flooring in this area is wood.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• All chairs have armrests on both sides.
• The standard height for tables is 63cm.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Children are welcomed in the bar area.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Step(s) (Middle and Lower Seating Areas)

• The step(s) is/are used to access middle and lower seating areas of the Panoramic Bar and Restaurant.
• There is/are 5 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
• 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.

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• Comments View
  • There are 5 steps with handrails on both sides leading down to the middle tier seating area.
  • A further 5 steps with handrails on both sides then lead down to the lower front section of the Panoramic Restaurant.

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Counter (Betting Counter)

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located at the rear of the Panoramic Bar and Restaurant.
  • The counter is approximately 48m (52yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • Clear signage for the counter is not visible from the lift.
  • There is step-free access to the counter, via lift.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is not placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are good.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.

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Parade Ring Viewing Balcony

• There are three sets of double doors leading out to the Parade Ring viewing balcony.
• The doors are heavy, push away from you and are 160cm wide.
• There is level access to the Parade Ring viewing balcony.
• A small lip is on the threshold of each set of double doors.
• No seating or tables are located on the balcony.
• There is room for a wheelchair user on the balcony.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Second Floor Lobby)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • This accessible toilet is located off the second floor lobby area.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 163cm x 214cm (5ft 4in x 7ft).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 95cm.
  • 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.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 114cm and 138cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • 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.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 109cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Second Floor Lobby)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located opposite the reception desk on the second floor.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the female toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
  • There are vertical and horizontal grab rails on the left hand side only.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located opposite the reception desk on the second floor.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the male toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail to the left of the seat.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other AccessAble Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• Getting around the Racecourse link (new tab) - click here
• Betting counters around the Racecourse link (new tab) - click here