Access Guide
Markets Community Centre
Market Street
Belfast
BT1 2AR
Tel: 0289 0235969
Fax: 0289 0313931
Email: marketscc@belfastcity.gov.uk
Web: http://www.belfastcity.gov.uk
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Monday | 18:30 - 22:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 18:30 - 22:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 18:30 - 22:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 18:30 - 22:30 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Friday | 18:30 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Belfast.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Central Station.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
The convenient dropoff point is located outside the main entrance
Outside Access (Market Street)
There is not level access to the service.
The intercom is in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.
No Level Access (Market Street)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 110cm (3ft 7in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
There are 2 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are shallow.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
The ramp is used to overcome the steps.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
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 6m (19ft 8in) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in the foyer.
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 140cm x 260cm (4ft 7in x 8ft 6in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 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 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 in the foyer.
The female toilets are 6m (19ft 8in) 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 foyer.
The male toilets are 6m (19ft 8in) 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.
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.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
