Access Guide
Cochrane Theatre
Southampton Row
London
WC1B 4AP
Tel: 0207 2691600
Fax: 0207 8315476
Email: cookie@cochranetheatre.co.uk
Web: http://www.cochranetheatre.co.uk
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in London.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Euston.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are not available.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 146cm (4ft 9in) 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 high.
Lighting levels are bright.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
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 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 located in the main ground floor corridor.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
The lift is 20m (22yd) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.35m x 1.4m (4ft 5in x 4ft 7in).
There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
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 26m (28yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in the ground floor corridor.
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 140cm x 190cm (4ft 7in 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
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 the left.
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 39cm (1ft 3in).
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 good.
Lighting levels are bright.
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 cafe on the first floor.
The female toilets are 42m (46yd) 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 cafe on the first floor.
The male toilets are 38m (41yd) 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 (Cafe 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 68cm (2ft 2in) cm.
The type of food served here is light snacks.
Theatre / Opera House
There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
This venue does provide audio described performances.
There is a hearing assistance system.
There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
Concessions are available.
Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.
The adapted toilet is 20m from the foyer.
The adapted toilet is 25m from the auditorium.
Productions are half mainstream half art.
The designated wheelchair areas are the middle or the front of the auditorium.
Patrons can choose whether they would like to keep their wheelchair with them or not.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
Plastic cups are available.
Plastic cutlery is available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
