hall and stage in use by Radio 4's 'Gardener's question Time' in 2004 front of the building with some users   

Arrangements to comply with the DDA within
Upton-by-Chester Village Hall


Chester City Council were invited to carry out an Audit of our 'Disability Access' to comply with the new Act. They submitted their report Sept 2005. We are generally compliant as regards toilet facilities and access into the main hall. Where we are not fully compliant then these issues are gradually being addressed in accord with priority, practicality and our phased refurbishment.

We have considered all their recommendations and the following have been resolved -

- minor issues regarding our disabled toilet resolved (incl RADAR key)

- all recent refurbishment work has complied with recommendations where they are feasible and do not conflict with Health & Safety issues

- Wheelchair access has been improved for the kitchen fire exit

- carpark allocation for disabled access

A 2nd parking space is marked on the other corner with easy access into the side kitchen access (that can be held open by a hook.