St Margaret's, Westminster St Margaret's, St Margaret St, Westminster, London SW1P 3JX, UK

Standing as it does between Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament, and commonly called "the parish church of the House of Commons", St Margaret's has witnessed many important events in the life of this country. This remains true in our own day but now, more than ever, St Margaret's welcomes many visitors from all over the world. Notable features include the east window of Flemish stained glass, created to commemorate the betrothal of Catherine of Aragon to Henry VIII. Other windows commemorate Sir Walter Raleigh, executed in Old Palace Yard and then also buried in the church in 1618, the poet John Milton, a parishioner of the church, and Admiral Robert Blake.

Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a cafe.

Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 136cm (4ft 6in).
• There is a second set of doors.
• The door(s) open(s) both ways.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 124cm (4ft 1in).

Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

Level Change (Raised Seating Area - Church)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located at the rear of the church.
• There is/are 6 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

Eating and Drinking (Oasis Coffee Shop)

• The following information is for the cafe.
• The cafe is located immediately beyond the main entrance.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 74cm (2ft 5in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 74cm (2ft 5in).
• The standard height for tables is 74cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are wall only.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

Other Floors

• The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
• There are 15+ steps between floors.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps are deep (18cm+).
• The steps do have handrails.
• The steps have a handrail on both sides.
• There is a landing.
• The lighting levels are low.

Lift (Stair)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left as you enter.
• The lift is a stair lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The lighting level in the lift is low.

Accessible Toilet

Location and Access

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.
• The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
• This accessible toilet is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
• This accessible toilet is located to the left of the cafe service counter.
• There is level access to this accessible toilet.

Features and Dimensions

• This is a unisex toilet.
• A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
• The door opens outwards.
• The door is locked by a twist lock.
• The width of the accessible toilet door is 83cm (2ft 9in).
• The door is light.
• The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 137cm x 160cm (4ft 6in x 5ft 3in).
• There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
• There is a lateral transfer space.
• As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
• The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
• There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
• There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
• The tap type is lever.
• There is a mixer tap.
• There is not an emergency alarm.
• Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
• There is a/are coat hook(s).
• The coat hook is not within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.