Access Guide
Linx Ice Arena
Beach Promenade.
Aberdeen
AB24 5NR
Tel: 01224 655406
Fax: 01224 631139
Web: http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 06:00 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:00 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:00 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 06:00 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 06:00 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 06:00 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 06:00 - 23:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Aberdeen.
The venue is on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Aberdeen.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
There are 3 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 2.8m x 4.9m (9ft 2in x 16ft ).
The nearest designated bay is 12m (13yd) from the main accessible entrance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
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.
The car park is 9m from the venue's entrance.
The convenient dropoff point is located near to the entrance
Outside Access (the car park)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open both ways.
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 172cm (5ft 7in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open both ways.
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 172cm (5ft 7in) wide.
No Level Access (the car park)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading from the car park to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 330cm (10ft 9in).
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 medium height.
Lighting levels are low.
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.
This venue does 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 both sides.
There is a landing.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located adjacent to the foyer.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
The lift is 8m (26ft 2in) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.07m x 2.1m (3ft 6in x 6ft 10in).
The lift does 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.
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 28m (30yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the right hand side past reception.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is required for the adapted toilet.
The key is a radar key.
The key can be obtained from reception staff.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 170cm x 250cm (5ft 6in x 8ft 2in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 87cm (2ft 10in).
The tap type is twist/turn.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
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 hand dryer.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 105cm (3ft 5in) high.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 77cm (2ft 6in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
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 adjacent to the skate changing room.
The female toilets are 50m (55yd) 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 adjacent to the skate changing room.
The male toilets are 50m (55yd) 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.
Restaurant / Bar (Linx Snack Bar)
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Full table service is not available.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
All tables are permanently fixed.
All chairs are permanently fixed.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 66cm (2ft 1in) cm.
Menus are .
Menus are not available in large print.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is light snacks.
There is an additional seating area which is accessed via 3 medium steps with handrails on both sides.
Restaurant / Bar (Bar)
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Full table service is not available.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 72cm (2ft 4in) cm.
Additional Information
Staff do not receive disability awareness training.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
Plastic cups are available.
Plastic cutlery is available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
