Access Guide
Dean Gallery
73 Belford Road
Edinburgh
EH4 3DS
Tel: 0131 624 6200
Web: http://www.nationalgalleries.org
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Edinburgh.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
There are 4 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 2.7m x 4.1m (8ft 10in x 13ft 5in).
The nearest designated bay is 7m (22ft 11in) from the main accessible entrance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
The designated parking bays are situated immediately outside the accessible entrance.
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 car park is 125m from the venue's entrance.
The convenient dropoff point is located to the rear of the venue
The is a moderate slope on the path between the main car park and the venue.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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 164cm (5ft 4in) wide.
No Level Access (Main Entrance)
There are steps to access this area/service.
There are 6 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are .
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
This entrance gives access to the 1st floor.
There is a steep slope on the path between Belford Road and this entrance.
Outside Access (Car Park - Accessible Entrance)
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 single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 104cm (3ft 4in) wide.
No Level Access (Car Park - Accessible Entrance)
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 easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 400cm (13ft 1in).
This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
Reception (Security)
The reception desk is 9m (29ft 6in) from the front entrance.
There is not level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The security window is the point of contact for patrons using the accessible entrance.
The venue does not have a reception desk.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
The hearing loop systems are located in the shop and the cafe.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G to 2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is low.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on the left side going up.
There is a landing.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located adjacent to the accessible entrance.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G to 2.
The lift is 2m (6ft 6in) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.65m x 4.05m (5ft 4in x 13ft 3in).
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
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 18m (20yd) 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 inwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 145cm x 300cm (4ft 9in x 9ft 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 75cm (2ft 5in).
The tap type is push.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is not 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 a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 107cm (3ft 6in) high.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 126cm (4ft 1in) high.
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.
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 on the ground floor.
The female toilets are 18m (20yd) 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 on the ground floor.
The male toilets are 18m (20yd) 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 (Café Newton)
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Full table service is available.
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 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 continental meals/snacks.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents are not available in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Plastic cups are not available.
Plastic cutlery is not available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
The photograph shows the convenient drop-off point.
Additional Information
There are 2 wheelchairs for patrons to borrow.
Comments
There is no admission charge.
