Our Access Statement
Our Policy
We welcome visitors to The Sutton Park in Blackpool, regardless of age, race, class, sexual orientation or disability. We aim to cater to the needs of visitors who do not require wheelchair access. Below is a summary of our provisions. We are sensitive to the needs of people with disabilities and are happy to help and assist wherever we can.
By Car
If you are coming from the M55, continue straight and cross the roundabout at the end onto Yeadon Way. Once on Yeadon Way, take a right at the second roundabout, then a left at the next roundabout, and finally a left at the traffic lights. Turn onto Waterloo Road, cross the bridge, and take a right at the traffic lights onto Lytham Road. Take the 8th left onto Woodfield Road. The Sutton Park is three-quarters of the way down on the left-hand side, next to the turning for the side road, Bolton Street.
By Rail
There are 2 main train stations in Blackpool: Blackpool North and Blackpool South. Blackpool North is the main station, situated off Talbot Road in the town centre, which is about 20-25 minutes’ walk from the accommodation (5 minutes by taxi). The station has step-free access, with wheelchairs and ramps available, toilets as well as a well-stocked cafe.
Blackpool South is situated just off Lytham Road and is a 10-minute walk from the accommodation.
By Coach
The nearest Airport is Manchester International Airport which Blackpool has good road connections with. This is is a 1 hour drive.
By Air
There are 2 coach stations:
Talbot Road, which is about 20 minutes’ walk from the accommodation (5 minutes by taxi).
Lytham Road, which is about 5 minutes’ walk from the accommodation.
Bus & Tram Travel
There is a very good bus and tram service along the promenade and along Lytham Road areas going south to Lytham & St Annes and in the opposite direction North to Clevellys & Fleetwood. The nearest bus stops are at the top and bottom of St Chad’s Road (which is the next road along) about 50 metres away. The St Chads Tram stop is also at the end of the next street on the Promenade. The train station is 10-15 minutes away by car or 30 minutes on foot. Most local taxi services have accessible cars, and we can arrange a booking for you.
Entrance & reception
Our Bed & Breakfast’s front entrance measures 70cm in width and opens into a porch area that features a secondary inner door with a width of 75cm. Although typically locked, guests can easily access a push button bell for entry. We regret to inform you that there are currently no grab rails available on the premises.
The hallway leading from the entrance has a minimum width of 85cm, providing ample space for easy accessibility. The hallway features carpeting, while the dining and office/reception areas boast beautiful hardwood flooring. Please note that we do not have public restroom facilities available for guest use.
Public Areas and Bedrooms – General
We have 10 bedrooms located over 2 floors. Our lowest bedroom is on the First Floor.
There is no lift access available.
Ground Floor
No bedrooms. Office/Reception down 2 steps 4” and 5” deep
Dining room – 2 steps down, 4” and 5” deep.
First Floor
Main flight of stairs – 13 steps, 8” high,10” deep and 32” wide
Bedrooms – 1 to 5 on half landings – (an additional 3 steps 8” high,10” deep and 32” wide
Second Floor
Second main flight of stairs – 13 steps, 8” high,10” deep and 32” wide
Bedrooms – 1 to 5 on half landings – (an additional 3 steps 8” high,10” deep and 32” wide
Bedrooms – 6 to 10 on half landings – (an additional 3 steps 8” high,10” deep and 32” wide
All stairways have firm handrails to the right-hand side
All internal stairs and corridors are carpeted, they are well lit with bright clean decor throughout.
Bedrooms
OUR ENTIRE PREMISES IS STRICTLY NON-SMOKING – ALL GUESTS FOUND SMOKING WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE
Room 1: first floor, 13 steps, plus 3 steps half landing standard double en-suite room to the rear of the property on the first floor with a double bed (4’6”) with fully tiled en-suite shower, toilet & washbasin, towel rail. En suite shower facilities are square and have a width opening of 67cm wide
Room 2: first floor, 13 steps, plus 3 steps half landing standard twin room at the side of the house on the first floor with two 3ft single beds bed with fully tiled en-suite shower , toilet & washbasin, towel rail. En suite shower facilities are square and have a width opening of 66cm wide
Room 3: first floor, 13 steps, plus 3 steps half landing Triple room at the side of the house on the first floor with 5ft Double bed and one 3ft single bed with fully tiled en-suite shower , toilet & washbasin, towel rail. En suite shower facilities are square and have a width opening of 65cm wide
Room 4: first floor, 13 steps, plus 3 steps half landing room Superior Twin to the side of the property with a side sea view on the first floor with a two 3ft single beds with fully tiled en-suite shower, toilet & washbasin, towel rail. En suite shower facilities are square and have bi-fold doors and a width opening of 62cm wide
Room 5: first floor, 13 steps, plus 3 steps half landing room, Superior two roomed suite to the front of the property on the first floor with a sea view. with a king size bed (5’) in one room and a double (4’6” bed) in the other with fully tiled en-suite shower, toilet & washbasin, towel rail. En suite shower facilities are square and have bi-fold doors and a width opening of 67cm wide
Room 6: second floor, 26 steps plus 3 steps half landing, Superior double room at the rear of the house on the second floor with a 5ft King sized bed with fully tiled en-suite shower , toilet & washbasin, towel rail. En suite shower facilities are square and have a width opening of 67cm wide
Room 7: second floor, 26 steps plus 3 steps half landing, Superior double room at the side of the house on the second floor with a 5ft King sized bed with fully tiled en-suite shower , toilet & washbasin, towel rail. En suite shower facilities are square and have a width opening of 67cm wide
Room 8: second floor, 26 steps, plus 3 steps half landing Triple room at the side of the house on the second floor with 5ft Double bed and one 3ft single bed with fully tiled en-suite shower, toilet & washbasin, towel rail. En suite shower facilities are square and have bi-fold doors and a width opening of 67cm wide
Room 9: second floor, 26 steps, plus 3 steps half landing room Superior Twin to the side of the property with a side sea view on the second floor with a two 3ft single beds with fully tiled en-suite shower, toilet & washbasin, towel rail. En suite shower facilities are square and have a width opening of 67cm wide
Room 10: second floor, 26 steps, plus 3 steps half landing room, Standard two roomed suite to the front of the property on the first floor with a sea view. with a double (4’6” bed) in one room and a double (4’6” bed) in the other with fully tiled en-suite shower, toilet & washbasin, towel rail. En-suite shower facilities are square and have a width opening of 65cm wide
- All sanitary ware is of a standard make and height.
- There are no grab rails in any of our en-suites.
- All of our rooms are centrally heated and all radiators have individual thermostats.
All rooms have:
- Remote controlled flat panel TV’s with built in freeview,
- Cordless kettles,
- Hairdryer,
- Complimentary toiletries,
- Complimentary hot drinks
- Well stocked hospitality tray,
There are photographs of all our rooms on our website and are a good representation.
Laundry facilities are not available but and an iron and ironing boards are in all rooms
Breakfast Room
The breakfast room and the reception are on the ground floor and have hardwood flooring.
Breakfast is served in the dining room on the ground floor. Furniture is flexible and can be moved on request, Chairs are of a standard height without arms.
Menus are provided in standard sized print but we are always pleased to take time to go through the menu with any guest and provide a verbal list of all available options. With advance notice, we are pleased to cater for any special dietary requirement including vegan, dairy-free, wheat-free and gluten-free.
Additional Information
We have a small seating area outside at front of accommodation (smoking permitted in this area).
We are able to use the front and back doors in the need of evacuation. The fire alarm bell will ring continuously if evacuation is needed. If you require more assistance for evacuating please notify us on arrival and we will ensure you are evacuated safely e.g. hearing impairment.
We are happy to take delivery of hired equipment (please let us know if ordered-telephone number below for hirers).
We are a no smoking building (We have a small enclosed seating area at front of accommodation (smoking permitted in this area with cigarette bin and ashtrays provided).
Contact Information
Address: 1 -3 Woodfield Road, Blackpool, FY1 6AX
Telephone: 01253 402648
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.suttonparkblackpool.co.uk
Hours of operation: Hours flexible to business, the B&B is our home so occupied 24 hours.
Future Plans
We have a continuous refurbishment program which includes the refurbishment of the exterior of the property and the interior common parts in 2016/2017.
We welcome your feedback to help us continuously improve if you have any comments please do not hesitate to get in touch.