How automatic doors provided a chapel in a village in Shrewsbury with both a fantastic new image and welcoming new frontage that was DDA (Disability Discrimination Act) compliant and provided extended communal space, extra light and assisted in the reduction of heating and electricity for lighting costs within the chapel.
Twyfords Chapel in Shrewsbury is an enchanting chapel and is set in tranquil countryside. Dating back to the 17th centenary it contains original timber furnishings. Alterations to the structure have taken place over the years and now the chapel is once again used for daily worship, weekly services, and as a meeting place for various clubs and organizations in the popular town of Shrewsbury.
Situation:
Twyfords Chapel in Shrewsbury contacted ADSF UK LTD to help them find a new entrance solution for their busy chapel. The chapel had previously installed a disabled ramp to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act (now known as the Equalities Act) but in addition wished to install automatic doors to fully satisfy the demands of the DDA and of course to assist their ever increasing congregation.
The objectives of the chapel authorities along with its parishioners was to open up the church entrance to create a more welcoming entrance and also to allow more natural light to penetrate the old chapel building. The congregation attending the chapel envisaged the entrance to be more like a lobby – providing the church with extra space at the front, as well as having somewhere for the congregation to talk, wait for transport, and of course to be out of the cold and rain that we experience too much of in Great Britain.
Automatic Door Solution:
ADSF UK LTD supplied and installed 1no Aluminium Entrance Screens which are often used as part of shop fronts in many locations across the country with 1no Premis Euroslide Automatic Bi-Part Opener to the chapel building. The existing doorway was able to be significantly widened and the large entrance screen went right up to the roof, this consisted of large windows that went all the way round the entrance along with a second internal entrance way that was also surrounded by large white aluminium frame windows.
As well as now being fully compliant with the DDA (Equality Act) the new frontage of the chapel was far more accessible to all the population groups that frequent the chapel. The automatic doors enabled not only the disabled and the elderly to be able to access the chapel with ease and comfort. The beauty of installing automatic doors at the chapel meant that when processions and events are held, including Christmas carol services, harvest festivals, marriages and funerals, the doors do not have to be propped open which in turn retains the heat inside the chapel and the cold wind and rain outside where it belongs! The chapel will of course experience a significant reduction in their heating bills over time.
Yet another positive outcome is that the front of the chapel is now a far more open and welcoming area. The congregation can comfortably talk in this area and have plenty of room whilst still being shielded from the outside elements. The Minister and chaplains can meet and greet the congregation on the way in or out of the chapel. This additional space has created an area that enables the congregation more communal time together before everybody departs for the day. In addition many of the congregation used the area to chat whilst having their refreshments after the service which again meant that individuals especially the older members of the church who may not have anyone at home could spend more time at the chapel with their friends.
The large windows at either side ensure that much more natural light gets into the heart of the chapel which again helps reduce electricity bills. An open plan frontage of this nature creates a more open entrance and delivers a welcoming message to the congregation. This new entrance at the beautiful chapel in Twyfords has been well received by the visitors to this place of worship and the individuals who inhabit the village itself.
ADSF UK LTD was pleased to play a major part in the refurbishment of this quaint and popular chapel. The quality product was installed with great care by our highly skilled technicians who are all fully certified to meet the safety and buildings regulations. If you would like any further information on how automatic doors may be the perfect answer to your business needs please feel free to contact our helpful and knowledgeable sales team on 01275 871787.
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