Access Guide
COVID-19 Information (Aberystwyth University)
- The information in this section was taken in March 2021.
- Building opening times will vary depending on COVID-19 restrictions in place at the time.
- There have been no changes to the Blue Badge parking bays.
- In buildings where teaching takes place, one-way systems have been introduced, with some designated entrances and exit points.
- One-way systems will be in force during the changeover period between teaching activities (generally between ten to and ten past the hour).
Individuals with accessibility requirements, however, are not required to follow building one-way systems, and continue to be able to enter, exit and navigate buildings via the most accessible routes. - In tight entrance and exit points, hand sanitising stations will generally be wall-mounted rather than free standing to maximise the available space.
- Hand sanitising stations have been installed at all building entrances and exits. Supplies of sanitising wipes have also been made available at strategic locations.
- Floor markings have been added to assist with social distancing and way-finding, to account for one-way systems. Signage has also been put on walls and doors to remind building users to keep at least 2 metres apart.
- Room capacities have been reviewed and reduced to ensure that social distancing of at least 2 metres can be maintained. Maximum room capacities will be clearly signposted at the entrances.
- Protective screens have been introduced at all reception desk areas.
- Building lifts should be single occupancy only, unless individuals are with other members of their households or extended households.
- Some urinals and cubicles in standard toilets have been closed to assist with social distancing. Majority of toilet areas have been changed to single occupancy areas only, adopting a knock and shout approach.
- Communal changing areas are closed. All shower areas to be single occupancy areas only, adopting a knock and shout approach.
- All users of University buildings are expected to comply with the University's guidance on face coverings Individuals who are exempt from the requirement to wear a face covering are asked to wear a distinguishable lanyard to identify to others that they are exempt.
- For more information about the measures in place for Covid-19 please click here (new tab) .
- Additional information about the measures in place for Covid-19 can be found here (new tab) .
Introduction
- Services / facilities within the building include self-catered accommodation.
- Related link Accommodation / Y Sgubor.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/accommodation-office-y-sgubor
Getting Here
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By Road
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- Aberystwyth lies in the centre of the west coast of Wales on the A487 and at the end of the A44. The Seafront Residences are located to the north of the town centre.
- There is on street parking situated around the sea front area. Some of the residences have their own car park.
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the building.
- The nearest bus stops to the Seafront accommodations are the Promenade bus stop which serves routes 3 and 306 and the Albert Place bus stop which serves route 3.
- For more information on traveling by bus through Wales please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Aberystwyth.
- Aberystwyth Station is approximately 800 m from the Seafront Residences on foot. Bus route 3 links the Bus Station, located next to the Railway Station, with the Promenade and Albert Place bus stops. This train station is served by the Arriva Trains Wales and Vale of Rheidol Railway.
- For more information on national train timetabling and ticketing, and station information for Aberystwyth station please click here (opens new tab).
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Useful Links
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- For more information on the location on the Seafront Residences, please use the link below.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- For more information on getting to the main University campuses, and maps, please use the link below.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
Useful Information
- Student Support Services is based in the Student Welcome Centre on the Penglais Campus.
- To see more information on Student Support Services please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01970 621 761.
- Email: [email protected].
- The Academic Registry deals with admissions and is based on the first floor of the Cledwyn Building. Contact details for staff members can be found on the university website.
- To see more information on Academic Registry please click here (opens new tab).
- To see more information on Accommodation Office please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01970 622 984.
- Email: [email protected].
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on along the promenade.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located off the Seafront.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 160cm (5ft 3in).
- A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the card reader/lock is 133cm (4ft 4in).
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The door(s) is / are permanently held open (at the time of the survey).
- The width of the door opening is 116cm (3ft 10in).
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Second Set of Doors
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- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is / are single.
- The door(s) is / are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
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Step(s)
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- There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
- The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
- There is / are 8 step(s) to access the entrance.
- There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
- The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
- The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The handrails are on both sides.
Outside Access (Basement Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the venue off the car park.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the card reader/lock is 127cm (4ft 2in).
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is / are single.
- The door(s) is / are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 74cm (2ft 5in).
- 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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- There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
- The step(s) is / are located to the right as you face the entrance.
- There is / are 11 step(s) to access the entrance.
- There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
- The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is / are deep (18cm+).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The handrails are on the left going up the step(s).
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step free access throughout the ground floor.
- There are not doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
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Getting Around
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- There is not clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
- There is no directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
- There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- The lighting levels are good.
- This building does not play background music.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
Other Floors
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are B, G, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
- The stairs are located at the end of the entrance corridor.
- The stairs are approximately 4m from the main entrance.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell on the ground floor, on the first floor, on the second floor, on the third floor and on the fourth floor.
- The lighting levels are bright.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are deep (18cm+).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
- There is a landing.
Accommodation
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Location of Accessible Accommodation
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- The establishment provides 0 accessible accommodation facilities with an ensuite and/or separate accessible bathroom.
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Auxiliary Aids - General
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- Some of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
- Other auxiliary aids available are deaf alert systems.
- The accommodation does not provide other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
- Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in standard rooms.
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Ground Floor Rooms
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- Ground floor rooms do have level access.
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Standard Rooms on Other Floors
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- There are standard rooms on other floors.
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Comments
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- There is step free access on the basement floor from the basement entrance.