Access Guide
Lifestyles - Walton
Walton Hall Avenue
Walton
Liverpool
Merseyside
L4 9XP
Tel: 0151 523 3472
Fax: 0151 233 3640
Email: Lifestyles@liverpool.gov.uk
Web: http://www.liverpool.gov.uk/lifestyles
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Walton.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Walton.
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 6.9m x 3.6m (22ft 7in x 11ft 9in).
The nearest designated bay is 30m (33yd) from the main accessible entrance.
The car park surface is concrete.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
The car park is 30m from the venue's entrance.
The convenient dropoff point is located near the main entrance
Outside Access (the car park)
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 135cm (4ft 5in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 3m (9ft 10in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
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 a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
This venue does play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
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 16m (17yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located opposite reception on the right hand side.
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 225cm x 250cm (7ft 4in x 8ft 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 160cm (5ft 2in).
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 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 47cm (1ft 6in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
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.
An adapted shower is available within 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 opposite the reception desk to the left.
The female toilets are 11m (12yd) 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 opposite reception on the left hand side.
The male toilets are 22m (24yd) 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.
An adapted shower is available within the adapted toilet.
Restaurant / Bar
Full table service is not available.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 71cm (2ft 3in).
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
Food is only served on match days.
Vending machines are available in reception.
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.
Plastic cups are not available.
Plastic cutlery is not available.
Drinking straws are not available on request.
Staff are trained to take TypeTalk calls.
