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Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR Telephone: 01665 600850 Email:
[email protected] www.northumberlandcottages.com
Access Statement
Aidanfield Fenwick Berwick upon Tweed TD15 2PJ
Pre-Arrival Give the name and distance of the nearest railway station.
Berwick upon Tweed 10 miles
State whether an accessible taxi service is available.
Several local taxi firms
Give information about bus services - accessibility, frequency, distance of bus stop from property, route no.
Bus stop on A1 1/4 mile away X18 bus hourly
Do you offer a collection service?
If required
Describe the streets in the area surrounding the property e.g. paved/cobbles/ uneven.
Tarmac on footpaths Both sides of road
State whether you have information about local services for disabled people.
N/A
Give details of local stores where shopping can be ordered in advance or state if you can arrange for shopping to be delivered.
Asda, Tesco & Sainsburys deliver
Parking State whether parking is available on site or nearby.
2 parking spaces on property
Describe the type of surface from the car park to the main entrance.
part gravel, part flagged 1 small step
Describe any lighting in the car parking area.
Outside wall light
Entrance to Property How many steps, if any, to the entrance and is there a handrail?
One small step No handrail
Describe any ramp available at the entrance - are there handrails on one or both sides of the ramp? State if no level access is provided.
No step Level access
What is the clear door opening width?
82cm
Describe how well lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided.
Outside wall light Indoor ceiling light
Describe the floor surface.
Tiles with doormat
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Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR Telephone: 01665 600850 Email:
[email protected] www.northumberlandcottages.com
Access Statement
Aidanfield Fenwick Berwick upon Tweed TD15 2PJ
Hall & stairs Describe how well lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided.
Downstairs ceiling light Top of stairs ceiling light
How wide are the passageways?
Open plan No passage
Describe the floor surfaces.
Short pile carpet
Describe the stairs e.g. number of steps, landings, and handrail(s). dimension of steps/threshes height, width, depth how many
13 steps 20cm high, 84cm wide & 26cm deep Wooden hand rail on left hand side
Sitting Room/dining area Describe where the sitting room is situated and how you access it.
On 1st floor Accessed from staircase
What is the clear door opening width?
Open plan
Describe the layout within the sitting room. Is it level or are there steps? What type of seating and tables are there?
Level area 2 armchairs 1 sofa 1 dining table 4 chairs no arms 2 chairs with arms
State the clear height underneath the dining table.
70cm
Is the furniture moveable?
Yes
Where there are TVs are subtitles/audio description available?
Yes
Describe how well lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided.
Ceiling light 3 table lamps
Describe the floor surface.
Short pile carpet with hearth rug
Kitchen Describe where the kitchen is situated and how you access it.
1st floor Level access
What is the clear door opening width, taking into account any obstacles?
82cm
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Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR Telephone: 01665 600850 Email:
[email protected] www.northumberlandcottages.com
Access Statement
Aidanfield Fenwick Berwick upon Tweed TD15 2PJ
State the height of the oven, hob and microwave. Does the oven have a drop down or side-opening door?
Oven height 120cm Drop down door Microwave height 154cm Side opening door
How high is the work surface/food preparation area?
93cm
State the height of the highest shelf and lowest drawer of fridge/freezer.
High shelf 68cm Drawer 32cm
Describe any places to eat. What is the clear height underneath the table? Describe the type of chairs.
Dining table 70cm 4 chairs without arms
State the height of wall cupboards containing crockery, glasses etc. Can these be moved to lower level cupboards on request?
140cm wall cupboards Yes
Describe the sink taps e.g. single mixer lever tap.
Hot/cold mixer tap
List any aids that can assist people e.g. cordless kettle revolving 360 degrees.
Cordless revolving kettle
Describe how well lit the kitchen is and what type of lighting is provided.
3 ceiling spotlights Concealed lighting under wall cupboards
Describe the floor surface.
Short pile carpet tiles Carper runner at sink
Sleeping area Do you have any ground floor bedrooms?
No
What is the clear door opening width?
Open plan
What is the bed combination?
Double bed in sitting room
How wide is the space next to the bed?
1.5m Bedroom on 1st floor
What is the height of the bed(s) to the top of the mattress? What is the height of the clear space under the bed (if any)?
56cm No space underneath
Describe how well lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting is provided.
Ceiling light 2 bedside lamps
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Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR Telephone: 01665 600850 Email:
[email protected] www.northumberlandcottages.com
Access Statement
Aidanfield Fenwick Berwick upon Tweed TD15 2PJ
Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted?
Fitted wardrobes and free standing drawers Not adjustable
Describe the floor surface.
Short pile carpet
Give details of any non-allergenic bedding that can be provided.
Non-allergic pillows and duvet
Are subtitles/audio descriptions available on televisions with instructions available on how to use it?
Yes
List any other accessible equipment you may have e.g. vibrating alarm clock.
None
Bathroom Is there level access from the bedroom
Yes
What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles?
82cm
Describe the shower.
Shower over bath
What is the height of the WC from floor to seat?
41cm
What is the height of the washbasin? Is there clear space underneath the sink i.e. no pedestal?
81cm high Pedestal
What types of taps are on the washbasin and bath? e.g. lever.
Separate hot & cold taps Not lever
Give details of what grab rails are fitted.
Grab handles built into bath
How well lit is the room? Describe the type of lighting used.
3 spot ceiling light One shaving light
Describe the colour contrast of the floor, walls, doorways and towels. What is the colour scheme for these?
White suite White door Blue floor Magnolia walls & tiles
Describe the floor surface.
Short pile carpet tiles Tufted bathmats Non slip bath/shower mat
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Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR Telephone: 01665 600850 Email:
[email protected] www.northumberlandcottages.com
Access Statement
Aidanfield Fenwick Berwick upon Tweed TD15 2PJ
Garden Describe the garden area that guests have access to e.g. patio and lawn.
Sheltered gravel garden with flower beds
State whether these areas are flat. Give details of what seating is available. Flat gravel area with garden bench What is the width of footpaths?
87cm
Describe the surface of the footpaths e.g. level/firm/uneven/is gravel used?
Firm, level gravel
Additional Information Describe any facilities, equipment or services you offer not detailed above.
N/A
Assistance dogs, it is illegal to refuse to accept working assistance dogs. What facilities are offered to assistance dogs e.g. run area, water bowls?
N/A
What internet access is available? Is this charged for or is it free? Mobile phone reception?
Good mobile phone reception Wifi available near house free of charge Wifi code available for connection
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