Venue Description

Rock 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, Rock Road Library can be hired during and outside of library opening hours at highly competitive rates. Opening times (staffed): Monday: 9am – 1pm Tuesday: 9am – 5pm Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 9am – 5pm Friday: 3pm – 6pm Saturday: 10am – 2pm Sunday: Closed Open+ access (unstaffed: pre-registration to Open+ required): Monday - 8am to 9am and 1.15pm to 7pm Tuesday - 8am to 9am Wednesday - Closed Thursday - 8am to 9am Friday - 8am to 3pm Saturday – 9am to 10am and 2.15pm to 4pm Sunday - 10 to 4pm We are delighted to offer unstaffed extended opening hours to over 16 years old full library members via our Open+ access scheme. During Open+ access times your library card becomes the key to open the library doors. Registered customers will be able to browse the shelves, use the free Wi-Fi, log onto a computer and print from the photocopier, relax and read. The self-services kiosks will be available to return and issue books. You can find out more about Open+ on our website. To register for access, please speak with a member of staff during regular open hours. A short induction is required.

Accessibility

Outside Access (Gated Entrance) This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building. There is level access into the venue. The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push). The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked). The door(s) is / are permanently held open. The width of the door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in). Outside Access (Main Entrance) This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building. There is not level access into the venue. The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull). The door(s) is / are double. The door(s) is / are permanently held open. The width of the door opening is 134cm (4ft 5in). Second set of doors There is a second set of doors. The door(s) open(s) automatically. Level Change (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 moderate. The ramp/slope is permanent. There is 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 8m (8yd 2ft) 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 has a low (76cm or lower) section. The lighting levels are medium. There is not a hearing assistance system. There is a touch screen. The touch screen is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user. 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 have a regular supply of books in Braille for children only. This library has a regular supply of books in large print. This library has a regular supply of books in audio format. Members of the library can borrow e-books and 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 has computers with accessible software. Auxiliary aids are available for computer users. A large text keyboard and height adjustable chair is / are available. Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes a magnifier. There is a touch screen machine available to borrow and to return items. The touch screen is between 124cm and 154cm height from the floor.

Accessibility Guide

Accessibility Guide Link: https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/directory/listings/rock-road-library

Access Statement

Access Statement Link: https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/directory/listings/rock-road-library

Accessible Performances

Information on accessible performances offered by The Library Presents during the year can be found here: https://www.library.live/the-library-presents https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/residents/libraries-leisure-culture/libraries/news-and-events/the-library-presents

Toilets

Accessible toilet facilities are available. Location and Access The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people. There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door. This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance. The accessible toilet is located at the rear of the venue. There is level access to this accessible toilet. Features and Dimensions This is a unisex toilet. A key is not required for the accessible toilet. The door opens inwards. The door is locked by a locking handle. The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in). The door is light. The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 290cm x 190cm (9ft 6in x 6ft 3in). There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user. There is a lateral transfer space. As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left. The lateral transfer space is 190cm (6ft 3in). There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side. There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side. The tap type is lever. There is a mixer tap. There is an emergency alarm. The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional. Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle. There is a/are general domestic waste, open waste paper bin and sanitary disposal units. There is not a/are not coat hook(s). Position of Fixtures Wall-mounted grab rails are available. As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides. There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet. There is a mirror. Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use. The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in). There is not a hand dryer. There is a towel dispenser. The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet. The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in). The height of the towel dispenser is 115cm (3ft 9in). There is a toilet roll holder. The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet. The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in). There is a wash basin. The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet. The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in). Colour Contrast and Lighting The contrast between the external door and wall is poor. The contrast between the internal door and wall is poor. The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor. The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor. The contrast between the walls and floor is good. The lighting levels are medium. Baby Change Facilities Baby change facilities are located within the venue. Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet. The height of the baby change table once extended is 85cm (2ft 9in). Standard toilet facilities are not available.

Staff

Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training. Documents are not available in Braille. Documents are not available in large print. A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog. A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty. This service cannot be requested. The Library at Home service is available to residents, who are members of the library and registered with Library at Home, on a permanent or temporary basis. For more information: https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/residents/libraries-leisure-culture/libraries/advice-and-support/library-at-home-service

Assistance dog facilities

Assistance dog exercise facilities

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Other assistance dog facilities

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