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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Maker Space Lab, Events Space, Meeting Rooms and Pods, Safe Space Sanctuary Room and Falco Lounge.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include the Town Square, Covid Memorial Statue various stores, eateries and entertainment venues.
• Falco Lounge link (new tab) - click here.
• The Glass Works Shopping Area Guide link (new tab) - click here.

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• Comments View
  • The Library is a community hub and is used by various community groups and services including Child Care Surgeries, Nursing Service (Baby Clinics), Counselling For Loss, Deaf Cafe, Job Club, Basic IT Course, Code Club and Writers Group.

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Opening Times

• Monday 09:00 - 19:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 19:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday 09:30 - 16:00.
• Sunday Closed.

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Location

• The venue is in a pedestrian area.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Barnsley Interchange.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Alhambra Shopping Centre Car Park.
  • The car park is located on Cheapside.
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located on Eldon Street.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 240cm x 500cm (7ft 10in x 16ft 5in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Eldon Street.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on Mayday Green.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 130cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 129cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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  • Photograph 3 shows the entry system that will be in use for Open Plus customers (a self-service facility that increases the hours that you can use the library).
  • The height of the pad is 130cm.

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Entrance (Falco Lounge)

• This information is for the entrance located to the left as you enter from the main entrance.

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• Entrance View
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There are no doors at this entrance.
  • The width of the door opening is 300cm.
• Comments View
  • There are security barriers at the entrance.
  • The minimum width between the barriers is 150cm.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 13m (14yd 8in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is not signed.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 06/02/2024.
• The hearing assistance system was not working at the time of testing.

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• Comments View
  • There is a similar reception desk on the first and second floors.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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  • The fixed hearing loop is on the ground floor and in the third floor events space.
  • Photographs 6 and 7 show the computer suite on the second floor.
  • Photograph 8 shows one of the meeting pods on the ground floor.
  • Photograph 9 shows the laptop safe on the ground floor. Laptops can be left securely and charged whilst in the safe.
  • There are many plug and USB sockets around the venue to charge your devices.
  • Photograph 10 shows tablets available on the ground floor. The height of this table is 110cm.
  • Photographs 11 and 12 show the events space on the third floor.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A height adjustable chair is / are available.
• Other computer auxiliary aids include audio sockets for headphones.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes headphones and magnifying aids.

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  • The height to the top of the screen on the self-service machine is 150cm. The lowest function is 77cm (shown in photograph 6).

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Safe Place - Sanctuary Room

• The Sanctuary Room is approximately 25m from the main entrance and is located to the left side of the library.
• The door to access the room is single, light and opens towards you (pull).
• The width of the door opening is 86cm.
• This room can be self booked using the screen on the outside of the door.
• The height of the screen is 140cm.
• The room has special lighting in the ceiling to simulate a view of the sky (seen in photo 4).
• The lighting intensity is user controllable.

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located to the left of the library.
  • The facility is approximately 27m (29yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • It is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 445cm x 254cm (14ft 7in x 8ft 4in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on one side only.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 360cm (11ft 10in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Dropdown rails are provided for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is not available.
  • No emergency alarm is fitted in the cubicle.

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Accessible Toilet (Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left of the library.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 136cm x 220cm (4ft 6in x 7ft 3in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • 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 an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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).
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• Comments View
  • There are similar accessible toilets with baby change facility on all floors.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left of the library.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the accessible toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• Comments View
  • There are similar standard toilets on all floors.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2 and 3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left side of the library.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2 and 3.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 200cm x 138cm (6ft 7in x 4ft 6in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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• Comments View
  • There is a smaller lift to the right of this lift.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.
• Home visits / services are available.

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  • This venue is dementia friendly.
  • There are two wheelchairs available for use whilst in the venue. The wheelchairs are available by asking any member of staff.
  • A home library service is available by telephone and is advertised on the library website.