Beach Hut
Accessible to visitors who:
- The main entrance and all pathways to the venue provide step-free access.
- The main entrance doorway is at least 0.81 metres wide and has a physical door that can be opened with one hand by pushing from the outside.
- All internal entrances, passageways, and doorways have a minimum width of 0.81 metres and can accommodate wheelchairs.
- The reception area is easy to navigate, and the main dining area provides a minimum distance of 0.8 metres between tables for easy movement.
- Tabletops in the dining area are positioned at least 0.7 metres from the floor.
- A small lip at the entry way should be noted by wheelchair users.
- An accessible restroom is available and is clearly labelled.
- The restroom is gender-neutral and can be unlocked by staff in an emergency.
- The restroom door can be opened, locked, and unlocked using one hand.
- The interior of the restroom is accessible to people using manual wheelchairs or powerchairs, meeting the minimum dimensions of 2 metres x 1.6 metres.
- Grabrails are available and easily accessible to a person seated on the toilet.
- Handwashing and hand drying facilities (hand dryer) are within easy reach for wheelchair users.
- The bathroom mirror is not at an appropriate height for a person who uses a wheelchair.
- Visitors should note an external door with a rounded handle before entering the restroom.
- Designated and clearly-marked accessible parking spaces are available on the street.
- Parking is located within 20 metres of the main entrance.
- There is sufficient room for people to transfer to their wheelchairs, powerchairs, or mobility scooters by both driver and passenger car doors.
- The car park area is well-lit at night.
- There are no steps, curbs, or obstructions separating the parking space from the nearest exit.
- The parking space is not covered or sheltered.
- A safe footpath leads to the entrance for people who are blind or have low vision.
- The pathway leading to the main entrance does not have tactile ground surface indicators.
- Menu information is displayed via chalkboard and paper menus; some items are not listed.
- An online menu is available, but it is not confirmed if a screen reader-compatible version is offered.
- Emergency alert systems produce both audio and visual warnings.
- There are no clear directions, signs, or maps to guide visitors through the venue.
- The venue offers waitlisting and takeaway options with notifications via text or SMS for available seating and order collection.
- Public transport (bus) is available within 200 metres of the venue entrance.
- In the event of an emergency, all visitors can be notified quickly and clearly.
- Evacuation plans take into consideration individuals with deafness or limited hearing, and emergency alert systems produce both audio and visual warnings.
- Music is played no louder than 85 decibels, and staff can control the volume.
- The venue does not have areas with strong scents or fragrances.
- Music is played through a speaker system at a volume no louder than 85 decibels, and staff can control the music volume.
- Staff are able to quickly intervene if audiovisual systems project sound or graphics that may induce seizures or be distressing.
- Staff are available to assist visitors with intellectual disabilities if needed.
- The venue does not offer quiet hours for neurodiverse visitors.
- All service animals are welcome on the premises.
- Service animals can enter all the same spaces where their owners are welcome.
Venue accessibility summary
Beach Hut Café offers accessible parking, step-free access throughout the venue, and an accessible restroom with some minor limitations. The café provides support for visitors with deafness or limited hearing through SMS notifications for orders and waitlisting. Staff are available to assist visitors, and service animals are welcome in all areas.
Visitor experience
- Accessible street parking is available within 20 metres of the main entrance, providing sufficient space for transfer and a well-lit environment.
- Public transport is available, with a bus stop located within 200 metres of the venue entrance.
- A safe, step-free footpath leads to the main entrance, which has a doorway at least 0.81 metres wide and can be opened with one hand.
- There are no designated drop-off or pick-up points at the venue.
- The outdoor dining area is located in front of the entrance, and there is a small lip at the entry way that wheelchair users should be aware of.
- The venue plays music through a speaker system during operating hours, maintaining a volume no louder than 85 decibels, which staff can control.
- There are no areas with strong scents or fragrances within the venue.
- Staff are able to intervene quickly if audiovisual systems project sound or graphics that may induce seizures or be distressing.
- Quiet hours are not currently offered for neurodiverse visitors who prefer low stimulation.
- The Beach Hut Café does not host events or provide forms of entertainment for visitors, such as live music or quiz nights.
- Some staff members have received workplace education and training on accessibility and inclusion for visitors.
- Staff are available to assist visitors with intellectual disabilities if needed.
- Staff can help visitors requiring mobility assistance with emergency escape routes.
- Staff are able to intervene quickly if audiovisual systems project sound or graphics that may cause distress.
Wheelchair & Mobility Scooter Access
- The main entrance and all pathways to the venue provide step-free access.
- The main entrance doorway is at least 0.81 metres wide and has a physical door that can be opened with one hand.
- All internal entrances, passageways, and doorways have a minimum width of 0.81 metres and can accommodate wheelchairs.
- A small lip at the entry way should be noted by wheelchair users.
Accessible Restrooms
- An accessible, gender-neutral restroom is available and clearly labelled.
- The restroom interior is accessible to people using manual wheelchairs or powerchairs, with grabrails and easily reachable handwashing facilities.
- The bathroom mirror is not at an appropriate height for a person who uses a wheelchair.
- An external door with a rounded handle must be opened before entering the restroom.
Accessible Parking
- Designated and clearly-marked accessible street parking is available within 20 metres of the main entrance.
- There is sufficient room for transfer to mobility aids and no steps or obstructions from the parking space to the exit.
Blindness & Low Vision
- A safe footpath leads to the entrance, but tactile ground surface indicators are not present.
- While an online menu is available, its screen reader compatibility is unknown, and the venue lacks clear internal directions or signs.
Deafness & Limited Hearing
- The venue provides text or SMS notifications for waitlisting and takeaway orders.
- Emergency alert systems include both audio and visual warnings, and evacuation plans consider individuals with deafness or limited hearing.
Neurodiverse Support
- The venue is free of strong scents and features controllable music played at a standard volume (no louder than 85 decibels).
- Staff can intervene if audiovisual systems are distressing, and assistance is available for visitors with intellectual disabilities.
- Quiet hours are not offered.
Service Animals
- All service animals are welcome on the premises and can enter all public spaces within the venue.