Preview Access Guide
Sunley Management Centre
Park Campus
Boughton Green Road
Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN2 7AL
Tel: 01604 719531
Fax: 01604 777201
Web: http://www.sunley-northampton.co.uk
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Northampton.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Northampton.
The Sunley Management Centre is located within the grounds of the Park Campus.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
The car park is at the front of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
There are 0 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Outside Access
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 131cm (4ft 3in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 131cm (4ft 3in) wide.
No Level Access (Outside Access)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading up to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 198cm (6ft 5in).
The doors can be opened by means of a push pad to either enter or exit the building.
This is located on both sides of the doors and is 80cm from the ground.
Reception
The reception desk is 6m (19ft 8in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
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.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
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 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 13 further bedrooms.
Lift
There is not a lift for public use.
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 9m (29ft 6in) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located at the rear of the reception desk.
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 160cm x 195cm (5ft 2in x 6ft 4in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 92cm (3ft ).
The tap type is lever.
There is 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 46cm (1ft 6in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
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 103cm (3ft 4in) 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 good.
Lighting levels are bright.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
There are additional standard male and female toilets located next to the bar.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located at the rear of the reception desk.
The female toilets are 13m (14yd) 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 at the rear of the reception desk.
The male toilets are 15m (16yd) 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.
There are additional standard male and female toilets located next to the bar.
Restaurant / Bar
Full table service is available.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 70cm (2ft 3in).
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
Menus are available 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 varied menu of hot and cold meals.
The nearest table is 30m from the main entrance.
The menu is changed daily.
Theatre / Opera House (Sir William Shapland Lecture Theatre)
There are not designated spaces for wheelchair users.
Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.
Accommodation
Room Information
The establishment provides 1 adapted accommodation facility with an ensuite and/or separate adapted bathroom.
This adapted facilities are located on the ground floor.
The bed is 58cm (1ft 10in) high.
The measurement between the bed base and floor is 3cm (1in).
Adapted Bathroom
The dimensions of the bathroom are 158cm x 200cm (5ft 2in x 6ft 6in).
The door opens outwards.
There is not a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (1ft 4in).
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm in height.
There is a sink.
The height of the sink is 79cm (2ft 7in).
The tap type is twist/turn.
Wall mounted grab rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There are no mirrors.
Bath and Shower
There is a bath.
The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 40cm (1ft 3in).
The tap type is sensor.
There is a shower over the bath.
The type of shower controls used is push.
Wheel In Shower
There is not a wheel in shower.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted rooms
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted bathroom
The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is good.
Auxiliary Aids - general
Standard Rooms
Ground Floor Standard Rooms
Ground floor rooms do not have level access.
Standard Rooms on Other Floors
The height of the shower control is 116cms.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested 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.
This service can be requested.
Plastic cups are available.
Plastic cutlery is available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
The photograph shows the adapted room.
