Gordon Spratt Reserve
Accessible to visitors who:
- The main entrance and pathways are step-free.
- The path to the entrance is a bumpy, uneven surface, transitioning from grass to gravel.
- All floors, ramps, and paths on-site have non-slip surfaces.
- Evacuation routes are accessible for wheelchair and mobility aid users.
- The children's playground is not accessible to wheelchair or mobility aid users due to wooden framing around its edge.
- Clearly labelled accessible restrooms are available, with more than one on-site.
- Accessible restrooms are located next to the Papamoa Sport and Recreation Centre.
- The men's accessible restroom has transfer space on the right, while the women's is a mirrored layout with left-side transfer.
- The restroom interior is wheelchair-accessible (at least 2 metres x 1.6 metres).
- Grab rails are present, and the toilet is at an accessible height (450-480mm from floor to seat).
- Toilet paper, flush mechanisms, basin, taps, mirror, soap dispenser, and hand drying facilities are all at accessible heights and easy to use.
- Staff can unlock accessible restrooms in an emergency, but there is no emergency call button or alarm.
- Eight designated accessible parking spaces are available throughout the reserve.
- Four main accessible parking spaces are located in front of the football fields.
- Additional accessible parking is available at the Papamoa Sport and Recreation Centre and behind the tennis courts.
- There is adequate room to transfer to a wheelchair from driver and passenger car doors.
- Parking spaces feature a kerb cut or level entry to a footpath.
- The main entrance is within 20 metres of the nearest accessible parking space.
- The car park is well-lit at night, uncovered, and allows vehicles with a minimum height of 2.2 metres.
- No steps, kerbs, or obstacles are present between the parking space and the nearest exit.
- There is no safe footpath to the entrance for people who are blind or have low vision.
- The entrance does not feature tactile ground surface indicators.
- Contrasts in colour or texture are not used on paths or stairs to assist visitors with low vision.
- Emergency alerts do not include visual warnings.
- Braille signage or large-print materials are not available.
- The emergency plan is not available in accessible formats.
- Evacuation plans and warning systems at this location are managed through the cities emergency management system.
- Events held at the venue do not use audiovisual equipment, so captions or sign language for video content are not applicable.
- As an open-air reserve, visitors can easily step away if they experience sensory overload.
- Events held at the venue do not use audiovisual equipment.
- The venue does not offer a specific range of sensory experiences for visitors sensitive to light, sound, or touch.
- Service animals are welcome
Venue accessibility summary
Gordon Spratt Reserve offers accessible parking and multiple accessible restrooms with comprehensive features. While step-free access is available, visitors should be aware of bumpy paths and a non-accessible children's playground.
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Visitor experience
- The main entrance and pathways are step-free and accessible.
- The path surface to the entrance is bumpy and uneven, with bumpy grass leading to a gravel pathway next to accessible parking.
- The path to the entrance is level, with no slopes, inclines, or steps.
- Clear signage for the venue's entrance is displayed.
- The main entrance features an open storefront design.
- Public bus transport is available, with stops located 50-100 metres from the venue entrance.
- It is unknown if these public transport stops are wheelchair-accessible.
- There are no designated drop-off or loading zones, nor a reception or information desk near the entrance.
- As an open-air reserve, visitors can easily step away if they experience sensory overload.
- Activities at the venue do not specifically offer a range of sensory experiences.
- The venue does not provide captions, subtitles, sign language, or audio descriptions for any video content.
- Hearing loops or assistive listening devices are not available.
- Tactile exhibits, braille signage, or large-print materials are not provided.
- Events are regularly held at Gordon Spratt Reserve.
- These events do not use audiovisual equipment such as screens, speakers, or projectors.
- The venue is not staffed.
- There are no staff available to assist those needing mobility support during an evacuation.
Wheelchair & Mobility Scooter Access
- The main entrance and pathways are step-free.
- The path to the entrance is a bumpy, uneven surface, transitioning from grass to gravel.
- All floors, ramps, and paths on-site have non-slip surfaces.
- Evacuation routes are accessible for wheelchair and mobility aid users.
- The children's playground is not accessible to wheelchair or mobility aid users due to wooden framing around its edge.
Accessible Parking
- Eight designated accessible parking spaces are available throughout the reserve.
- Four main accessible parking spaces are located in front of the football fields.
- Additional accessible parking is available at the Papamoa Sport and Recreation Centre and behind the tennis courts.
- There is adequate room to transfer to a wheelchair from driver and passenger car doors.
- Parking spaces feature a kerb cut or level entry to a footpath.
- The main entrance is within 20 metres of the nearest accessible parking space.
- The car park is well-lit at night, uncovered, and allows vehicles with a minimum height of 2.2 metres.
- No steps, kerbs, or obstacles are present between the parking space and the nearest exit.
Accessible Restrooms
- Clearly labelled accessible restrooms are available, with more than one on-site.
- Accessible restrooms are located next to the Papamoa Sport and Recreation Centre.
- The men's accessible restroom has transfer space on the right, while the women's is a mirrored layout with left-side transfer.
- The restroom interior is wheelchair-accessible (at least 2 metres x 1.6 metres).
- Grab rails are present, and the toilet is at an accessible height (450-480mm from floor to seat).
- Toilet paper, flush mechanisms, basin, taps, mirror, soap dispenser, and hand drying facilities are all at accessible heights and easy to use.
- Staff can unlock accessible restrooms in an emergency, but there is no emergency call button or alarm.
Blindness & Low Vision
- There is no safe footpath to the entrance for people who are blind or have low vision.
- The entrance does not feature tactile ground surface indicators.
- Contrasts in colour or texture are not used on paths or stairs to assist visitors with low vision.
- Braille signage or large-print materials are not available.
- The emergency plan is not available in accessible formats.
Deafness & Limited Hearing
- Evacuation plans do not include provisions for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Events held at the venue do not use audiovisual equipment, so captions or sign language for video content are not applicable.
Neurodiverse Support
- As an open-air reserve, visitors can easily step away if they experience sensory overload.
- Events held at the venue do not use audiovisual equipment.
- The venue does not offer a specific range of sensory experiences for visitors sensitive to light, sound, or touch.
Service Animals
- Service animals are welcome.