This access statement does not contain personal opinions as to our suitability for those with access needs, but aims to accurately describe the facilities and services that we offer all our guests/visitors.

Access Statement for Erewash Museum

Introduction

Erewash Museum is a local and social history museum located on High Street, Ilkeston, in the town centre.
Home for the Museum is a late Georgian house with Victorian extensions. It was both a family home and school accommodation before becoming a museum in the 1980's.

Many original features survive and visitors can enjoy the garden with unrivalled views across the Erewash Valley.Admission to the museum is free.

The museum is based on two floors- there is no disabled access to the first floor due to listed building restrictions. There is ramp access for wheelchair users at the main entrance to the building. You should allow approximately an hour to visit the museum.

We are proud to be a member of the Visitor Attraction Quality Assurance Scheme.

We look forward to welcoming you. If you have any queries or require any assistance please phone 01159071141 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Pre-Arrival

• The nearest train station is Langley Mill which is 3.5miles away from Ilkeston.
• Wheelchair accessible taxi services include Double 4 Taxis 0115 9440000, Near and Far 0115 9300300 and Avenger 0115 9321642

Car Parking and Arrival

• There is a Shopmobility centre adjacent to the museum, their contact details are 0115 932 4956
• There is limited parking at the museum for a small number of cars and there is a car park on East Street, approximately a 1 minute walk away
• The on site car park surface is tarmac with a level path leading to the main entrance
• Visitors can be dropped off at the front door of the museum if this is arranged with staff
• There is a ramp available at the main entrance with handrails on both sides
• The entrance door opens inwards

Main Entrance, Reception and Ticketing Area

• The main entrance is situated at the rear of the building, the doorways are 960mm and 830mm wide
• The reception area is in the first room on the right as you enter the building, there are no steps to reach it and the floor area is level
• The floor surface in the foyer is tiled, and the reception and museum is mainly short pile carpeted
• The reception has a low counter desk area
• A hearing loop system is in place
• There are some cushioned seats available in this area

Attraction (displays, exhibits, rides etc.)

• The museum is self-guided with interpretation panels throughout the site. The majority of the boards are in large print with illustrations
• Audio is used in the 1950's shop and the Wartime Gallery
• There is an interactive touch screen showing some of our gallery displays
• There is an interactive film viewing area in the Stanton Ironworks Gallery
• There are seating areas in the Victorian Schoolroom, wartime Gallery, Stanton Ironworks Gallery, 1950's shop and The Lally Gallery
• The floor surface is mainly short pile carpet however there is a hard wood floor in The Lally Gallery and a tiled floor in the Victorian Kitchen
• All areas are well lit with extra lighting in cases where possible using spot lighting

Public Toilets

• The public toilets are located on the ground floor in the courtyard area. There is an accessible toilet available in the same area, this is never locked during opening hours. This toilet has an emergency call system
• There is level entry to the toilets- entry is via the back door of the museum
• The doorway to the toilets is 800mm wide
• There is 850mm of clear space on the left hand side of the WC
• The height of the WC is 450mm
• There are vertical grab rails to the left of the WC
• The surface of the floor is tiled
• The taps are lever style

Catering

• There is a limited refreshments service avilable in the reception are of the museum where we can serve teas and coffees

Shop(s)

• The shop are is located within reception.

Grounds and Gardens

• There is a large garden area which is only accessable by steps however there is a flat surface area running alongside the garden which is accessable
• There is also a small garden area and seating area around the entrance to the museum and nearer the car park
• No gravel is used on the footpaths

Additional Information

• Our staff receive equality and disability awareness training

Contact Information