Access Guide
Woking Leisure Centre
Woking Park
Kingfield Road
Woking
Surrey
GU22 9BA
Tel: 01483 771122
Fax: 01485 776005
Email: leisurecentre@woking.gov.uk
Web: http://www.woking.gov.uk
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 07:30 - 22:30 |
| Sunday | 07:30 - 22:15 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Woking.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Woking.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
There are 13 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.5m x 4.7m (11ft 5in x 15ft 5in).
The car park surface is tarmac.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
The car park is situated in Woking Park.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in) wide.
No Level Access (Main Entrance)
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 entrance leads to the first floor of the building.
Reception
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
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.
The reception desk has a high counter with a lowered section in the middle.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
There are two multi-purpose exercise rooms, the Wurlitzer Hall containing the Woking Wurlitzer American Theatre Organ, Evolve Fitness Suite, a multi-station gymnasium, Heatwaves sauna, steam and jacuzzi, Pick'n'Mix Playstore (a three storey high indoor adventure playground), six squash courts and a judo room.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
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 a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
The lift is 35m (38yd) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.4m x 1m (4ft 7in x 3ft 3in).
There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does have an audible announcer.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Adapted Toilet (Ground Floor)
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 68m (74yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located on the ground floor.
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 locking handle.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 173cm x 178cm (5ft 8in x 5ft 10in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 105cm (3ft 5in).
The tap type is lever.
There is 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 49cm (1ft 7in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
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 not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
Lighting levels are bright.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
Adapted Toilet (First Floor)
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 31m (34yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the right of the main 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 240cm x 190cm (7ft 10in x 6ft 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
The tap type is lever.
There is 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 not placed higher than 100cm.
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 not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
Standard Toilet (First Floor)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are 28m (30yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are low.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are 32m (35yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are low.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Restaurant / Bar (Terrace Restaurant)
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 74cm (2ft 5in) cm.
Menus are hand held.
Menus are not available in Braille.
Menus are not available in large print.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
Restaurant / Bar (The Hoe 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 73cm (2ft 4in) cm.
Menus are .
Menus are not available in large print.
The type of food served here is hot and cold snacks.
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.
Drinking straws are available on request.
There are meeting rooms available at the leisure centre for hire.
The photograph shows the adapted changing facilities available on the ground floor.
Staff are trained to take TypeTalk calls.
