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Accommodation Summary

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• Parking and Transport View
  • The accommodation has its own parking facilities.
  • Secure parking is available.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • There is a university bus service stop within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
• Accessible Accommodation Information View
  • The accommodation has 16 rooms in total.
  • There is an/are accessible room(s) within the accommodation.
  • The accommodation has 16 accessible room(s) with accessible bathroom facilities.
  • There is/are 0 accessible room(s) with a ceiling track hoist.
  • There is an/are adjoining room(s) available for the accessible room(s).
  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
• Standard Accommodation Information View
  • There is standard accommodation on the ground floor.
  • Ground floor accommodation does have level access.
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
  • Standard accommodation has ensuites with level showers.
  • There is an/are adjoining room(s) available for the standard room(s).
• Amenities and Communal Facilities View
  • There is a convenience store within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
  • Communal facilities within this residence include a staffed reception and a bar.
• Additional Accessibility Aids View
  • Portable hoists are not available on request.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The postcode for the SAT-NAV is LE11 3TT. The campus is located to the west of the town centre. Loughborough's nearest motorway link is the M1; the campus is just two miles from Junction 23. The University is clearly signed on all the other main approach roads to Loughborough.
  • Parking on campus is restricted. Visitors are asked to use the main entrance on Epinal Way. When you arrive, security will advise you where to park and issue you with a temporary parking permit. Disabled visitors are requested to telephone the security office before visiting so that suitable parking can be arranged. For more information contact the security office on 01509 222 141.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the building.
  • The nearest bus stop is located on University Road and the Sprint bus stops here. Alternatively Kinchbus Number 7 commences from Loughborough Railway station and brings you straight to campus.
  • For more information on Kinchbus services please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Loughborough.
  • Loughborough railway station is located off Station Boulevard. The station is approximately 2 miles from the campus. Loughborough railway station is served by east midlands railway.
  • For more information on East Midlands Railway services please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on Loughborough Railway Station please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on getting to the campus.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Student Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01509 222765.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Disability Support Team support students living with any long term condition which has a disabling impact on their studies. The Disability Office is located in the Bridgeman Building.
• To see more information on Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01509 222 770.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Student Accommodation Centre please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01509 274 488.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Student Advice and Support Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01509 222 765.
• Email: [email protected].

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located in front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 7 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 360cm x 495cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone only at the rear.
  • The marked zone is 125cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • The nearest designated bay is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are uneven surfaces.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is block paving.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Hockey Club Car Park.
  • The car park is located to the south of the Elite Athlete Centre.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Hockey Centre Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the South East of Claudia Parsons Hall.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Claudia Parsons Hall, Elite Athlete Centre.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 300cm x 500cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
  • The marked zone is 150cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 80m (87yd 1ft) from the Claudia Parsons / Cayley Hall Reception Entrance.
  • Half of the parking bays within the car park are designated as being for the Elite Athlete Centre.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the entrance foyer.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Welcome'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 86cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 102cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Approach (First Floor Lounge Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is block paving.
  • There is a gateway with a width of 118cm in front of the entrance.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Outside Access (First Floor Lounge Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right of the building on the first floor.
  • This entrance gives access to the first floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Card Access Only'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 90cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 66cm.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located in front of you on entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 110cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 71cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet and wood.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and wood.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.

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Eating and Drinking (The Cafe)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the café.
  • The café is located to your right on entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the café.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered and a self service counter.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menus are not presented in contrasting colours.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • This area does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 90cm.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
  • The type of flooring in this area is wood.
• Self-Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 79cm.
  • The type of flooring in this area is wood.
  • There is a hot Beveridge machine with controls at a height of 135cm.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 74cm.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 104cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • There are also high tables, long tables, sofas and high stools.
  • The type of flooring in this area is wood.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the left of the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 25m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Lift

• The lift is for staff use only.
• The lift is located to your left on entrance.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 160cm x 140cm (5ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to your left on entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 175cm x 220cm (5ft 9in x 7ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall is low.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 160cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder is on the dropdown rail.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (First Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to your left on entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 220cm (5ft 3in x 7ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 160cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 87cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located to your left on entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There is a/are horizontal wall mounted rail(s) on the right as you face the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the right as you face the toilet.
  • There is a/are dropdown rail(s) on the right as you face the ambulant toilet(s).
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 74cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The toilet can be seen in photograph 1. The ambulant toilet has a transfer of 60cm to the right. Dimensions of 125cm x 186cm A door with a width of 78cm. A coat hook at a height of 160cm. The toilet roll is at a height of 85cm The soap dispenser is at a height of 90cm. The hand dryer is at a height of 105cm.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The shared toilet is located first floor lounge entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There is a/are horizontal wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
  • There is a/are dropdown rail(s) on the left as you face the ambulant toilet(s).
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 74cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The toilet can be seen in photograph 3. The ambulant cubicle has a transfer space to the left with a width of 66cm. There is a door with a width of 76cm. There is a soap dispenser of 87cm. There is a hand dryer at a height of 104cm. There is a toilet roll holder at a height of 85cm. The coat hook at a height of 160cm.