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Basildon Park - Play Area

Lower Basildon, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 9NR

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Summary

  • View information about opening hours.
  • Amenities in this area include: an adventure playground.
  • The most accessible entrance has steps, a steep ramp/slope (which bypasses any steps) and an open entrance with no doors.
  • This entrance is the access point beyond the clocktower on the left.
  • There is not a member of staff available for help and assistance.
  • The following are also available: seating.
  • This site is part of the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme.
  • The nearest toilet with adaptations for disabled people is located in the courtyard opposite the exit from visitor reception. View information about this toilet (new tab)
  • Additional toilet facilities with adaptations for disabled people are located in the courtyard opposite the exit from visitor reception. View information about this toilet (new tab).

Equipment and Resources to Borrow

  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: manual wheelchairs. It is highly recommended that these are booked in advance, where this is possible. Please check the National Trust website for details.
  • Sensory packs can be borrowed which include: ear defenders, fidget toys, magnifying glass and activity sheets.
  • You can borrow these from visitor reception. View more information about booking and collection of equipment.
  • Powered mobility vehicles cannot be borrowed or hired.

Route to (the Play Area)

  • Follow the path beyond the clocktower near the visitor reception.
    The play area is on the left.
  • The route to the area is step-free via a slight ramp/slope.
  • Path surfaces along the route are compact earth, gravel, muddy and paving stones.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is no accessible shuttle to this area.

Outdoor Spaces

  • This information is for the access point located beyond clocktower on the left.
  • Access into the area is via steps and a steep ramp/slope (which bypasses any steps).
  • The slope is between 75cm and 150cm wide, with no handrails.
  • There are 3 steps, which are unmarked, with no handrails.
  • There is open access at the surveyed access point.
  • The outdoor spaces include the following surfaces: loose chippings.
  • Footpaths are not available in all of the outdoor space.
  • There is step-free level access around some of the area.
  • There are slight ramps/slopes without handrails in the main areas .
  • The slight slopes are found at various points along the pathways.
  • Bench seating is available.
  • Playground View
    • There is a fenced play area with an entrance over 100cm wide.
    • There is a route around the play equipment which is firm and even, but is less than 150cm wide.
    • The play equipment is in easy reach for seated and standing users, and users of different heights.
    • The following play experiences are available: climbing, balancing and social play.