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Barnwell Road Library, provides access to an extensive collection of books, DVDs, and audiobooks for browsing and borrowing, free use of PCs, scanners and Wi-Fi. Printing and photocopying is also available for a small charge. The library offers some engaging activities for children, and it is a great space for studying, meeting, sharing or just relaxing. Additionally, Barnwell Road Library can be hired outside of library opening hours at highly competitive rates. Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10am – 5pm Wednesday: 10am – 5pm Thursday: 2pm – 5pm Friday: 2pm – 5pm Saturday: 10am – 1pm Sunday: Closed

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Disabled Access Information Provided by Barnwell Road Library

Disabled Access at Barnwell Road Library

Outside Access (Main Entrance) This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building. There is not level access into the venue. The main door(s) open(s) automatically. The door(s) is / are double. The width of the door opening is 127cm (4ft 2in). Second set of doors There is a small raised threshold in the doorway. Main Entrance There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service. The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance. The ramp/slope is easy. The ramp/slope is permanent. There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope. The ramp does have handrails. The handrails are on both sides. Reception The desk/counter is 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance. There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance. The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm). The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section. The lighting levels are medium. There is not a hearing assistance system. Inside Access There is level access to the service(s). Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue. The lighting levels are medium. Library This library has books in Braille for children only. This library has a regular supply of books in large print. This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format. Members of the library can borrow e-books, e-audiobooks through the apps Libby/OneDrive, BorrowBox and uLibrary. Members of the library can read e-magazines and e-newspapers through the app PressReader. There is a reservation service. The library does have computers with accessible software. Auxiliary aids are available for computer users. A large text keyboard, large rollerball mouse and height adjustable chair is / are available. Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes a magnifier. touch screens machines available to borrow and to return items. The touch screes are between 124cm and 154cm height from the floor.

Accessible parking at Barnwell Road Library

The venue does have its own car park. Parking is free for all users. The car park is located in Barnwell Road. The car park type is open air/surface. Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance. There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park. The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 300cm x 500cm (9ft 10in x 16ft 5in). The nearest Blue Badge bay is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance. The furthest Blue Badge bay is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance. The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance. Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps. The car park surface is tarmac. There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance. The car park does not have a height restriction barrier. Drop-off Point There is not a designated drop off point.

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