Access Guide
Bingley Pool
Myrtle Grove
Bingley
West Yorkshire
BD16 2LF
Tel: 01274 560621
Fax: 01274 551946
Email: kevin.nickson@bradford.gov.uk
Web: http://www.bradford.gov.uk
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 07:30 - 21:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 20:30 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 21:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 19:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 15:00 |
| Sunday | 07:30 - 13:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Bingley.
The venue is on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Bingley.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
There are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.7m x 6m (12ft 1in x 19ft 8in).
The nearest designated bay is 3m (9ft 10in) 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 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 3m from the venue's entrance.
The convenient dropoff point is located outside the entrance
The photo shows the steep gradient where the car park is situated.
Outside Access (Myrtle Place)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 187cm (6ft 1in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.
No Level Access (Myrtle Place)
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 300cm (9ft 10in).
Reception
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) 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.
This venue does play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
The photo shows the wheelchair viewing gallery situated beside the pool.
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 medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
The services on the floors which are not accessible are the main viewing gallery.
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 34m (37yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in the main corridor.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens inwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 230cm x 360cm (7ft 6in x 11ft 9in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on both sides.
The lateral transfer space is 100cm (3ft 3in).
The tap type is lever.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are not 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 48cm (1ft 6in).
There is not a hand dryer.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is not a toilet roll holder.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 75cm (2ft 5in) 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.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located within the changing area.
The female toilets are 20m (22yd) 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 in the main foyer.
The male toilets are 3m (9ft 10in) 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 located within the standard toilet.
The baby change facilities are located in both Ladies and Gents toilets..
Swimming Pool
There is a wet side chair available.
There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
There are steps into the swimming pool.
There is a handrail on both sides of the steps.
There are 5 steps.
There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
Adapted Changing Room
There are adapted changing rooms available.
The adapted changing rooms are located in the main corridor.
The adapted changing room is 34m (37yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted changing room is 18m (20yd) from the swimming pool.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
There is also a gymnasium and a solarium within this venue. The photograph shows one of the adapted changing and showering areas.
A 'Changing Places' Toilet is located at this venue. Please see www.changing-places.org for further information.
