Hexham Old Gaol

Access Information

The route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is :

with a ramp

There are steps to the main entrance no

There is a handrail by the steps

There is a ramp to the main entrance

There is a handrail by the ramp

There is a lift

There are verbal announcements for stops at each floor

Lift buttons have raised numbers or letters

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to :

the ticket issuing point

the information point

the gift shop

Staff who have contact with visitors have disability awareness training

Where appropriate there is a hearing loop system [e.g. ticket counter/ gift shop]

Where there are films or information touch screens, they have visual / audible subtitles [e.g. to describe icons and images]

Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility

Clear signage throughout the attraction (e.g. colour contrasted, large lettering, use of pictograms etc.)

Lighting effective throughout the attraction for visually impaired visitors e.g. pools of light and dark areas are avoided

Good colour / tonal contrast used throughout the attraction e.g. doors contrast strongly with floors/walls

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for wheelchair users

There is an audible alarm system

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Hallgate
Hexham
Northumberland
NE46 3NH

Tel: +44 01434 652349

Fax: +44 01434 652364

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