Access Statement Hastings Dairy 151a Main St Seahouses NE68 7TT. Pre-Arrival. Parking. Entrance to Property. Prepared Page!

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1 Westfield Farmhouse,, rthumberland NE68 7UR Pre-Arrival Give the name and distance of the nearest railway station. State whether an accessible taxi service is available. Give information about bus services - accessibility, frequency, distance of bus stop from property, route no. Do you offer a collection service? Describe the streets in the area surrounding the property e.g. paved/cobbles/ uneven. State whether you have information about local services for disabled people e.g. equipment hire, wheelchair repairs, and Shop mobility. Give details of local stores where shopping can be ordered in advance or state if you can arrange for shopping to be delivered. Alnmouth - 15 miles Berwick upon Tweed - 20 miles Parks from Knights from Alnmouth Newcastle to Berwick 501/505 will stop for passengers just outside the property Paved and tarmac Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury will deliver to this area after arrival Parking State whether parking is available on site or nearby and give the number of spaces available and distance to the property entrance. Describe the type of surface from the car park to the main entrance e.g. level/stepped, firm/uneven, tarmac/gravel. Describe any lighting in the car parking area and en-route from the car park to the property entrance. On site 2 spaces Immediately outside at front another space Paved and tarmac At rear of property motion sensitive where 2 car parking spaces and access via rear door At front of property street lights and light above door with switch inside Entrance to Property How many steps, if any, to the entrance and is there a handrail? At rear of property 2 steps, 1 x 4inches, 1 x 2 inches At front no handrail,1 step x 2inches Prepared Page!1

2 Westfield Farmhouse,, rthumberland NE68 7UR 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. What is the clear door opening width? (Please take into account any obstacles that may reduce the size of the opening.) Describe how well lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided. Level access throughout property 6inches Ceiling light Tiled floor Halls, stairs, landings, passageways Describe how well lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided. 1 ceiling light How wide are the passageways? Minimum width for wheelchairs/zimmer frame/pushchair is 750mm x 800mm preferred. Describe the floor surfaces e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile). 750mm Carpet, short pile Describe the stairs e.g. number of steps, handrail. 13 steps with a turn handrail on 1 side of the stairs Sitting /Lounge Describe where the sitting room is situated and how you access it i.e. is there level access, ramps(s) or step(s). If steps, how many? Describe the layout within the sitting room/lounge. Is it level or are there steps? Are there large spaces between furniture, what type of seating and tables are there e.g. high/low tables, couches, and easy chairs? Is the furniture moveable? Where there are TVs are subtitles/audio description available? Describe how well lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided. Level access from entrance hall 6 inches 2 seater sofa, 3 seater sofa, coffee table Ceiling and side lights Prepared Page!2

3 Westfield Farmhouse,, rthumberland NE68 7UR Kitchen Describe where the kitchen is situated and how you access it i.e. is there level access ramp(s) or step(s). If steps, how many? What is the clear door opening width, taking into account any obstacles? State the height of the oven, hob and microwave. How high is the work surface/food preparation area? State the height of the highest shelf and lowest drawer of fridge/freezer. State the clear height under the dining table What type of seating is there? e.g. upright chairs with/without arms State the height of wall cupboards containing crockery, glasses etc. Can these be moved to lower level cupboards on request? Describe the sink taps e.g. single mixer lever tap. List any aids that can assist people e.g. cordless kettle revolving 360 degrees. Describe how well lit the kitchen is and what type of lighting is provided. Back of house, level Bench, hob height 35inches Oven under hob Oven has drop down door Microwave above hob 35inches Under counter fridge rmal Upright 4foot Can be moved to bench height Twist taps Single mixer Cordless kettle revolving 360 o Very well lit by spotlights Tiles, level surface Bedroom 1 Do you have any ground floor bedrooms? If yes, how many? Can furniture be moved around or removed? What bed combinations are there e.g. twin, double, zip-linked? Double Prepared Page!3

4 Westfield Farmhouse,, rthumberland NE68 7UR How wide is the space next to the bed(s)? (For wheelchair user to transfer onto bed) 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)? Describe how well lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting is provided. Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted? t suitable for wheelchair space underneath Single pendant & 2 bedside lights Built in wardrobes rails not adjustable Give details of any non-allergenic bedding that can be provided. ne Are subtitles/audio descriptions available on televisions with instructions available on how to use it? List any other accessible equipment you may have e.g. vibrating alarm clock. ne Bedroom 2 Can furniture be moved around or removed? What bed combinations is there? How wide is the space next to the bed(s)? (For wheelchair user to transfer onto bed) 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)? Describe how well lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting is provided. Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted? Give details of any non-allergenic bedding that can be provided. Are subtitles/audio descriptions available on televisions with instructions available on how to use it? Single t suitable for wheelchair space underneath Pendant light Bedside table light Free standing wardrobe Rails not adjustable ne TV Prepared Page!4

5 Westfield Farmhouse,, rthumberland NE68 7UR List any other accessible equipment you may have e.g. vibrating alarm clock. Bedroom 3 Can furniture be moved around or removed? What bed combinations is there? Single How wide is the space next to the bed(s)? (For wheelchair user to transfer onto bed) 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)? Describe how well lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting is provided; Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted? Give details of any non-allergenic bedding that can be provided. Are subtitles/audio descriptions available on televisions with instructions available on how to use it? t suitable for wheelchair space underneath Pendant light Bedside table light Built in wardrobes rails not adjustable ne TV Bathroom and toilets Is there level access from the bedroom to the en-suite or shared facilities? Describe the shower - is it separate or over the bath? Shower over corner bath What is the height of the WC from floor to seat? What is the height of the washbasin? Is there clear space underneath the sink i.e. no pedestal? What types of taps are on the washbasin and bath? e.g. lever. 16inches 32inches pedestal Twist type taps Prepared Page!5

6 ! Westfield Farmhouse,, rthumberland NE68 7UR Give details of any support/grab rails. ne How well lit is the room? Describe the type of lighting used e.g. ceiling lights, fluorescent tube shaving light; Describe the colour contrast of the floor, walls, doorways and towels. What is the colour scheme for these? Central ceiling light Shaver light Neutral walls with white paintwork n slip tile Garden Describe the garden area that guests have access to e.g. patio and lawn. State whether these areas are flat/undulating, stepped etc. Give details of what seating is available. What is the width of footpaths? Describe the surface of the footpaths e.g. level/firm/uneven/is gravel used? Patio & balcony Flat ne at present footpath Soon to be level tiles Level gravel Additional Information Describe any facilities, equipment or services you offer not detailed above. State if you welcome assistance dogs. What facilities are offered to assistance dogs e.g. run area, water bowls? What internet access is available? Is this charged for or is it free? Mobile phone reception? From bedroom 1 there is 1 step up through french door to balcony which has a 2 seater settee, 2 chairs and a table Water bowl and outside area Wifi on order and will be free once installed Mobile reception good Prepared Page!6