Access Guide
Wakefield Learning And Local Studies Library
Balne Lane
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF2 0DQ
Tel: 01924 302230
Fax: 01924 298673
Email: lib.learningandlocalstudies@wakefield.gov.uk
Web: http://www.wakefield.gov.uk
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 13:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Wakefield.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park is 32m from the venue's entrance.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
There are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 2.5m x 3.9m (8ft 2in x 12ft 9in).
The nearest designated bay is 32m (35yd) from the main accessible entrance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Outside Access
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 84cm (2ft 9in) wide.
No Level Access (Outside Access)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located to the right hand side of the main entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 103cm (3ft 4in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
There are 2 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on the right going up.
Reception
The reception desk is 8m (26ft 2in) 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.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are low.
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 medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.23m x 2.3m (4ft x 7ft 6in).
There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does not have an audible announcer.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does not have tactile markings.
The lift is a goods lift, but it is also used to give access to the 1st floor.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
A key is required for the adapted toilet.
The key is a radar key.
The key can be obtained from reception.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 274cm x 274cm (8ft 11in x 8ft 11in).
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
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.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
Library
This library does not house a regular supply of books in Braille.
This library does not house a regular supply of books in large print.
This library does not house a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
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.
