Access Guide
Wavertree Athletics Centre
Wellington Road
Wavertree
Liverpool
Merseyside
L15 4LE
Tel: 0151 2938350
Fax: 0151 2938356
Email: Lifestyles@liverpool.gov.uk
Web: http://www.liverpool.gov.uk/lifestyles
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Wavertree.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Broad Green Station.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
There are 10 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.8m x 6m (12ft 5in x 19ft 8in).
The nearest designated bay is 20m (22yd) from the main accessible entrance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
The car park is at the front of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park is 5m from the venue's entrance.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 162cm (5ft 3in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 166cm (5ft 5in) wide.
There is a 3cm threshold at this entrance.
No Level Access (the car park)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading to the front entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 129cm (4ft 2in).
Reception
The reception desk is 4m (13ft 1in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.
From reception there is an outside path to access the athletics facilities.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are not trained to use the hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
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 clearly marked.
The steps are deep.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
Lift (Platform)
There is not a lift for public use.
The lift is located in the viewing stand.
The lift is a standard lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 0.9m x 1.2m (2ft 11in x 3ft 11in).
The clear door width is 80cm.
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 100m (109yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located within the track area to the right of the entrance.
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 157cm x 158cm (5ft 1in x 5ft 2in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 64cm (2ft 1in).
The tap type is lever.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
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.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located within the athletics track left of the entrance.
The female toilets are 100m (109yd) 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 within the athletics track left of the entrance.
The male toilets are 100m (109yd) 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.
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.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service cannot be requested.
Staff are trained to take TypeTalk calls.
