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    Chelmsford Museum is a large Victorian house that tells the story of Chelmsford and also contains the Essex Regiment Museum. Situated in a public park with dedicated parking for blue badge holders. It is fully wheelchair accessible with a wide level entrance, automatic entrance doors and disabled toilets. There are galleries looking at geology, archaeology, numismatics, local history, fine and decorative art, natural history as well as the Essex Regiment. The reception desk is manned, at a low level and has an induction loop. Water is provided for guide dogs and there is plenty of seating around the museum.

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    4

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    fishworm

    Mar 2017

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    4

    Wheelchair friendly museum and park

    This is a museum set in beautiful grounds with good access for wheelchairs. There is a lift to the upper floor. The exhibits are well displayed to be accessible to all. There is room to get around all the exhibits. The only thing missing is somewhere to get a drink or a snack as there are no facilities for this, but you could bring a picnic and enjoy it on one of the many benches in the lovely landscaped grounds.
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    Disabled Access Information Provided by Chelmsford Museum

    Disabled Access at Chelmsford Museum

    Chelmsford Museum aims to be as accessible as possible for all ages and abilities. This includes the welcome and assistance offered by our staff who are all trained in disability awareness. Some visitors’ needs are not always apparent so please don’t hesitate to tell us how we can help during your visit and how we can improve your future visiting experience. Sometimes we can help more if we know in advance. Mobility The main approach to the museum is on smooth surfaces with gentle slopes. The entrance doors are automatic. Within the museum, there is level access throughout and lifts to all floors. All of the doorways are wide enough for standard wheelchairs. Sensory A portable induction loop and transaction aids can be borrowed from the welcome desk. Tactile and interactive displays/activities are available throughout the museum. Please contact us for details. Refer to our online autism-friendly guide for more information about the sensory experiences in each room including light levels and sounds. Other • Free parking is available for blue-badge holders. • Assistance dogs are welcome. • We have produced resources to improve the visiting experience for people on the autistic spectrum and/or with learning difficulties. These can be downloaded for use before and during a visit. • The information in our autism-friendly guide may also be useful for people with mental health difficulties such as phobias because it outlines what to expect in each room of the museum. Similarly, it advises on quieter times to visit. • If you are part of a group with particular needs, we can often arrange a tailor-made visit if you pre-book. • We have changing exhibitions and events so if any objects or activities are difficult for you or are of particular interest, please contact the museum before you come. We want you have the best possible experience. Toilets and Changing Facilities Baby changing, male, female and disabled access toilet facilities are available on the ground floor near the museum entrance. Unfortunately, we do not have a dedicated adult changing facility so please ask staff if you need a private place or longer use of the disabled access toilet for this purpose. The disabled access toilet is large enough for a user to be accompanied if required. Unlike the other toilets, it has paper towels instead of hand dryers. This makes it a quieter environment for people who find loud noise uncomfortable.

    Accessible parking at Chelmsford Museum

    Free parking by side of museum. Two dedicated parking bays next to the museum for Blue badge holders.
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    Dedicated on-site parking

    On-site accessible parking bays are available within 50 metres of the entrance.

    Toilets features at Chelmsford Museum

    The accessible toilet is large, regularly cleaned, non-slip floor, low level basin with easy turn taps, large waste bin. support bars around toilet, alarm. Unlike the other toilets, it has paper towels instead of hand dryers. This makes it a quieter environment for people who find loud noise uncomfortable.
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    Accessible toilet

    A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements is available within the main public areas.

    Accessible services at Chelmsford Museum

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    Assistive listening system - Hearing Loop

    There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop.

    Assistance dog facilities

    Other features at Chelmsford Museum

    Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi is available for customers.

    Online Booking

    More Information

    For additional detailed accessibility information, please contact: mark.curteis@chelmsford.gov.uk

    Contact

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    Chelmsford Museum Website

    Location

    Oaklands Park, Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, England, United Kingdom, CM2 9AQ

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