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Orford Ness Nature Reserve - Radar Receiver Building

Quay Street, Orford, Suffolk, IP12 2NU

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Summary

  • View information about opening hours.
  • Amenities in this building include: information boards and models.
  • The most accessible entrance has a steep ramp/slope and doors permanently held open.
  • This entrance is at the front of the building.
  • There is step-free access once inside.
  • There is not a member of staff available for help and assistance.
  • This site is not part of the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme.
  • The nearest toilet with adaptations for disabled people is located off the Red Route. View information about this toilet (new tab).

Route to (Radar Receiver Building)

  • Follow the path from the island meeting point.
    At the fork, turn right and continue ahead.
    The Radio Receiver Building will be on the left.
  • The route to the area is step-free level.
  • Path surfaces along the route are concrete and gravel.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is no accessible shuttle to this area.

Entrance

  • The entrance surveyed is located on the left side of the building.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The steep ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide, with no handrails.
  • There are double manual doors which are permanently open.
  • The width of the opening is 121cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance with a height of less than 1.5cm.

Attraction / Exhibit

  • The majority of walkway widths are over 180cm.
  • There is background noise which varies, depending on the time of day.
  • Exhibit information includes the following formats: information board.
  • The exhibits do not have hearing assistance systems.
  • There is step-free level access around the area.
  • There are no seats available in the area.
  • Some flooring in the area is smooth and even.
  • Where the flooring is not smooth or even, this is due to uneven paving/tiles.
  • Some of the flooring has a very shiny finish, which could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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.
  • You can borrow these from the visitor reception. View more information about booking and collection of equipment.
  • You can borrow or hire the following mobility vehicles: a tramper. It is highly recommended that these are booked in advance, where this is possible. Please check the National Trust website for details.
  • You can borrow these from the visitor reception. View more information about booking and collection of equipment.
  • There is no charge to borrow any equipment but donations are welcome.