Access Guide
Pontefract Museum
Salter Row
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 1BA
Tel: 01977 722740
Fax: 01977 722742
Email: museumsandarts@wakefield.gov.uk
Web: http://www.wakefieldmuseums.org
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 16:30 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 16:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 16:30 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 16:30 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 16:30 |
| Saturday | 10:30 - 16:30 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Pontefract.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Pontefract Baghill.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
The museum is located in a pedestrianised area. The nearest public pay and display parking is located off Stuart Road.
Outside Access (Salter Road)
There is 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 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open away from you (push).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
Lighting levels are bright.
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.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are deep.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on the left side going up.
There is a landing.
The services on the floors which are not accessible are the 'Glassroom' exhibition..
All the main displays and temporary exhibitions are on the ground floor.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 7m (22ft 11in) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located off the foyer to the right as you enter the museum.
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 dimensions of the adapted toilet are 150cm x 275cm (4ft 11in x 9ft ).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
The tap type is lever.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is not 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 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 towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 80cm (2ft 7in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
There are baby changing facilities in the adapted toilet.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located at the rear of the museum on the right hand side.
The female toilets are 12m (13yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located at the rear of the museum on the right hand side.
The male toilets are 12m (13yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Museum
Exhibits can not be audio described.
Tactile signage for exhibits is not available.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
Entry into the museum is free.
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.
Staff are trained to take TypeTalk calls.
