Access Guide
Accommodation Summary
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Parking and Transport
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- The accommodation has its own parking facilities.
- Secure parking is available.
- There is not a designated drop off point.
- There is not a university bus service stop within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
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Residence Information
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- This residence is made up of 2 buildings.
- All buildings at this residence have similar access to the one surveyed.
- The residence surveyed was Canal Wharf.
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Accessible Accommodation Information
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- The accommodation has 0 rooms in total.
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Standard Accommodation Information
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- 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 cannot be accessed by lift.
- Standard accommodation has ensuites with stepped shower cubicles, shared bathrooms with baths and shared bathrooms with stepped shower cubicles.
- There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the standard room(s).
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Amenities and Communal Facilities
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- There is a convenience store within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
- Communal facilities within this residence include a launderette.
- The communal facilities for the accommodation surveyed include; a kitchen and a dining area.
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Additional Accessibility Aids
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- There is a deaf alert system available on request.
- Bed raisers are not available on request.
- Portable hoists are not available on request.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- The venue is located to the east of the city just off the A36.
After leaving the city centre to the south cross the bridge over the river and follow the signs for Warminster, Chippenham and the A36.
Continue along the A36 for 0.8 miles.
At the roundabout take the third exit onto Raby Place then after 150m turn left into Sydney Wharf.
The venue is located on the right after approximately 100m. - Parking is available on site with a permit obtained from the Department of Infrastructure.
There are no designated Blue Badge bays on site although there is one marked bay on Sydney Wharf opposite the entrance to Canal Wharf.
Parking permits are also available from the University Department of Infrastructure to park on nearby roads of Sydney Wharf, Raby Mews and Sydney Mews. - For more information on Google Maps Location please click here (opens new tab).
- The venue is located to the east of the city just off the A36.
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
- The nearest bus stop is 140m away on Raby Place.
Buses 20, 94, 734, U1 Unibus and U2 stop here and provide direct connections to and from Bath City Centre, Oldfield Park and the University of Bath main campus. - For more information on bus fare and timetable information please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Bath Spa.
- Bath Spa railway station is just under a mile away off Dorchester Street.
- For more information on Bath Spa railway station please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on train fare and timetable information please click here (opens new tab).
Useful Information
- The Disability Service provides study related advice and support for applicants, current students and staff regarding a range of disabilities.
They are based at 4 West. - To see more information on Disability Service please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01225 383 838.
- Email: [email protected].
- Student Support are the first point of contact for a range of information and support services.
They are based in The Roper Centre, 4 West, and the helpdesk is open between 9.30am and 4.30pm from Monday to Friday. - To see more information on Student Support please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01225 383 838.
- Email: [email protected].
- The Undergraduate Admissions and Outreach team are responsible for undergraduate recruitment, admissions and outreach.
They also support the faculties, school and Doctoral College with postgraduate recruitment.
The Admissions Office where the team are based is located on Level 2 of Wessex House. - To see more information on Admissions Office please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01225 383 019.
- Email: [email protected].
- Student Accommodation manages university accommodation for students on campus and in the city centre.
They also advise students and landlords about private renting.
They are located in the West Accommodation Centre in Polden. - To see more information on Student Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
- Email: [email protected].
- Use this map to find accessible parking spaces and routes on the Claverton Down campus.
- To see more information on Campus Accessibility Map please click here (opens new tab).
Building Parking
- The building does have its own dedicated parking.
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Building Car Park
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- The car park can be used by permit holders.
- There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
- The car park is located at the side of the residence.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
- Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
- 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 car park surface is tarmac.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bays are available.
- The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Sydney Wharf.
- Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
- The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 220cm x 480cm (7ft 3in x 15ft 9in).
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Sydney Wharf.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
- There are no individually marked standard parking bays, however limited standard parking is marked on the road and restrictions are signed on Sydney Wharf, Sydney Mews and Raby Mews.
Outside Access (Rooms 6.3, 6.4 and 6.5)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on the side of the right hand building as you look at the front.
- This entrance gives access to rooms on Level 2 of the building.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- There is 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 a bell/buzzer.
- The height of the bell/buzzer is 147cm (4ft 10in).
- There is not an intercom.
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 119cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 75cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located ahead of the entrance.
- There is/are 15+ step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
- Handrails are 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.
Outside Access (Flat 6.1)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located in building 1 (on the right) of Canal Wharf.
- This entrance gives access to Flat 6.1.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Canal Wharf Flat 6.1'.
- There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
- There is 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 a bell/buzzer.
- The height of the bell/buzzer is 137cm (4ft 6in).
- There is not an intercom.
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 119cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 75cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located ahead of the entrance.
- There is/are 15+ step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
- Handrails are 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.
Outside Access (Flat 6.2)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located in building 1 (on the right) of Canal Wharf.
- This entrance gives access to Flat 6.2.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Canal Wharf Flat 6.2'.
- There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
- There is 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 a bell/buzzer.
- The height of the bell/buzzer is 138cm (4ft 6in).
- There is not an intercom.
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 118cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 75cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located ahead of the entrance.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located ahead of the entrance.
- There is/are 15+ step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
- Handrails are 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.
Outside Access (Flats 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 and 5.4)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on the side of building 1 (left side).
- This entrance gives access to Flats 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 and 5.4.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with '5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4'.
- 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 160cm (5ft 3in).
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 119cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 75cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
Outside Access (Flats 5.7, 5.8, 5.9)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on the side of building 2 (on the right).
- This entrance gives access to Flats 5.7, 5.8 and 5.9.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with '5.7, 5.8, 5.9'.
- There is ramped/sloped 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 160cm (5ft 3in).
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 118cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 75cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located ahead of the entrance.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the building .
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Circulation
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- There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl and carpet.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
Kitchen/Dining Area
- The kitchen/dining area is accessed by a single door with an opening width of over 75cm.
- Lowered work surfaces are not available.
- The height of the lowest work surface is 95cm.
- The kitchen does have an unobstructed floor space of at least 150cm × 150cm.
- There is not a knee recess under a work surface.
- There are low level cupboards.
- There are easy to grip handles or taps for cupboards.
- The height of the dining table is 67cm.
- There are dining chairs without armrests only.
Standard Shower (Within Flat 6.5)
- Shower facilities are available.
- The shower(s) surveyed is/are located in flats offering shared bathroom facilities.
- There is not level access to the shower facilities.
- Shower facilities are located in flats that are accessed via stairs.
Accessible Toilet(s)
- There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
Standard Toilet(s) (Within Flat 6.5)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The shared toilet is located in Flat 6.5.
- There is stepped access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 6m from the entrance to Flat 6.5.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
- There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
- Lighting levels are good.