Access Statement for Newnham Farm
Introduction
Newnham Farm is a substantial stone farmhouse dating from about 1600, with spacious, comfortable rooms, set in one acre of gardens with a large pond. We aim to cater for the needs of all visitors to our home based on a two - bedroom bed and breakfast.
The following statement is a summary of our provision. If you have any specific questions please feel free to call us and we will endeavour to help.
Pre-Arrival
; You can contact us by - Telephone: 01983 882423
; - Fax: 01983 882423
- Email: newnhamfarm@talk21.com
; Wightlink, car ferry from Portsmouth to Fishbourne (45 minutes), then
approximately 5 minutes drive.
; Wightlink, car ferry from Lymington to Yarmouth, (35 minutes), then
about 40 minutes drive.
; Red Funnel, car ferry from Southampton to East Cowes, (55 minutes),
then 15 minutes drive.
; Wightlink Fastcat passenger ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde (12
minutes).
; Hovertravel, Southsea to Ryde passenger hovercraft (10 minutes) ; Taxi ranks at both ends of Ryde Pier.
; Newnham Farm is 3 miles from Ryde Esplanade.
; Nos 4/5/9 buses to the ‘top of Binstead Hill’, then about 15 minutes
walk. Pavement along Newnham Road but none on Newnham Lane. ; We have a website with photographs of each guest room, both
rooms on the first floor.
; Brochures and menus can be provided in large print by prior
arrangement. We are a small establishment and I have time to talk
with my guests.
Arrival & Car Parking Facilities
; No marked parking bays, but there is ample room for all cars on the
gravel driveway. The surface is level with a slight slope towards the
entrance.
; The front door is accessed across a brick path with seating area.
There is a small step of 4 cm, the door jamb is 6cm high and then two
paces to step, 8cm down into inner hall, leading into kitchen/living
room.
; Assistance with luggage is always offered to all guests. ; Outside and inner hall lights on at night.
; Guide dogs are welcome, and feeding and water bowls provided. ; Guests escorted to rooms and facilities explained.
Main Entrance & Reception
; One public entrance to property. Ground floor hall leads to kitchen
and then stairs to guest rooms. Tiled floor throughout. ; Doorbell on front door.
; Smoke detector in hall and on landing.
; Lift not available.
; The kitchen/living room floor has ceramic tiles.
; The front door has one step, 4cm high then door jamb of 6 cm and is
95cm wide.
; On entry into our home there is a hallway 2 by 1.50 metres.
Public Areas – General (Internal)
; Stairs to bedrooms with plain, fitted carpeting. 13 stairs, each18 cm
high.
; Continuous firm wooden handrail.
; Guest bedrooms and landing have plain fitted carpeting. ; Lighting: Natural light from large window at the top stairs and two
ceiling lights.
; Guest dining room has antique parquet wooden floor.
Public Areas – WC
; None available. All bedrooms are en suite.
Breakfast Room
; Breakfast is served in the dining room on the ground floor. ; One low wooden step 3cm into dining room. Door frame 91cm wide. ; Natural lighting from large window with 4 additional, double wall
lights
; Antique wooden parquet floor throughout breakfast room. ; 1 large table suitable for 6 guests, with chairs and carvers. (Table
height: 76cm).
; Chairs can be moved to accommodate.
; Menus in folders in bedrooms but breakfast always discussed with
guests.
; Special diets catered for.
; Wood burning stove for heating.
; No music or TV in this room.
Laundry
; Drying facilities are available on request.
; Use of ironing facilities are available on request.
Shop
; Not available on site. Please ask us for anything you may have
forgotten to bring ie. toiletries etc
Treatment Room
; Not available
Leisure Facilities
; Not available
Outdoor Facilities
; The garden is open for people to relax in. It is mainly lawns with
flowerbeds and trees. The ground is undulating with some steep
areas. Guests must be aware that wet grass can be slippery and we
advise that they take care.
; Paved areas can be slippery when wet.
; The lower patio is set aside for use by guests. It has a table and chairs
with unrestricted views of the pond.
; There are several seats arranged around the garden to enable quiet
contemplation.
; Public footpaths and private woodland walks. Maps and directions
available.
Conference & Meeting Rooms, Banqueting, Clubs, Entertainment
; Not Available
Bedrooms
; All bedrooms are on the first floor, and are therefore not wheelchair
accessible. Doorways 75cm wide. Each has a secure lockable door. ; 2 large spacious rooms – ‘Apple’ and ‘Jane’s’
; Apple 237cm high with good access to bed from both sides. Bed can
be either 6ft double or 3 foot twins, 54cm high.
; Jane’s 207cm high with good access to bed from both sides. Bed
can be either 6ft double or 3 foot twins, 54cm high. ; Both rooms and landing are carpeted with short pile carpet. No
scatter rugs. Walls plain coloured with borders.
; Bedside and ceiling lights with lots of natural light. Jane’s room has a
large floor lamp in the seating area.
; Both rooms have comfortable armchairs for relaxed seating. ; Remote control TV.
; Hair dryer.
; Non tick clocks.
; Clock radio.
; Torches beside the beds.
; Fridge: fresh milk/homemade shortbread/selection of teas and
coffee/carafe of cold drinking water.
; Choice of feather/polyester quilts and pillows. Normally 3 pillows for
each guest.
; No potpourri, no perfumed sprays used. Pet-free zone.
; A bell is provided in the central corridor to call for assistance. ; No smoking (anywhere in the house)
; Smoke detector in hall and on landing.
Bathrooms & WC
; All bedrooms en suite. Single, lockable door to en suite. Door frames
75cm wide.
; Apple – Flotex flooring, electric shower and extra large shower
cubicle, 70x118 cm). Step into shower 10cm high. Non-slip base, but
rubber shower- mat also provided. Grab rail in shower. Seat can be
provided. Wash hand basin 80cm high. Toilet seat 44cm from floor.
Shaver point over wash hand basin.
; Jane’s – wooden flooring, electric shower and extra large shower
cubicle(70x118 cm ). Step into shower 10cm high. Non-slip base, but
rubber shower- mat also provided. Grab rail in shower. Seat can be
provided. Wash hand basin 78cm high. Toilet seat 42cm from floor.
Shaver point over wash hand basin.
; Both bathrooms have an upholstered stool, an electrically heated
towel rail and an extractor fan.
Self-catering kitchen
; Not available
Caravans, Holiday Homes & Twin Units
; Not available
Touring Facilities (Holiday Parks)
; Not available
Attractions (Displays, exhibits, rides etc.)
; Not available
Grounds and Gardens
; Gravel drive leads on to grass.
; Seating available all around the gardens and pond.
; Pond has no fencing and is a hazard.
Additional Information
; Fire risk assessment.
; We can be contacted at night in an emergency via the emergency
bell at the top of the stairs.
; Mobile phone reception is patchy, but best in areas of the garden.
Guests may use our land-line on request.
; Assistance dogs are welcomed by arrangement.
Contact Information
; Address: Newnham Farm, Newnham Lane, Binstead, Ryde, Isle of
Wight, PO33 4ED, England.
; Telephone: 01983 882423.
; Email: newnhamfarm@talk21.com
; Website: www.newnhamfarm.co.uk
; Grid Reference: 566 915
; Hours of Operation: September to July. Guests are kindly requested to
vacate their rooms by 10.30 daily, but are able to return in the
afternoon at their leisure.
; Emergency Number: 999 from landline or 112 from mobile ; Local public transport numbers: Wightlink: 0870 5827744. Red Funnel:
0870 444 8898. Southern Vectis (Bus): 01983 532373
; Local accessible taxi number: 01983 811111
We welcome your feedback to help us continuously improve if you have any comments please phone 01983 882423 or email
newnhamfarm@talk21.com
Future Pans:
; Newnham Farm is a 400 year old farm house with a grade 2 listing, so
cannot be updated. We are currently making changes to the garden,
which will enhance our visitors’ experience.
Created on: 26/08/2008