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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include offices, meeting rooms, kitchen, post room.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Aberystwyth University lies in the centre of the west coast of Wales on the A487 and at the end of the A44. The University campus is located at the north end of Aberystwyth off the Penglais Road (A487).
  • There are multiple campus car parks for staff, students and permit holders. There is a visitor car park at the rear of the campus near the Arts Centre, this is a pay and display car park but is free for Blue Badge holders. There are Blue Badge bays around the campus for multiple buildings.
  • For more information on getting to the University by car please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop is the National Library stop. This bus stop is approximately 160m from the main reception. This bus stop is served by the 302, 512, TrawsCymru T2, X28 and YP8 routes. There is an additional bus stop approximately 100m from the reception building which is served by the National Express service.
  • For more information on getting to the University by bus please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Aberystwyth.
  • Aberystwyth Station is approximately 1.4km from the University on foot. The train station is linked to the university campus by the 302, TrawsCymru T2 and X28 bus routes. This train station is served by the Arriva Trains Wales and Vale of Rheidol Railway.
  • For more information on getting to the University by train please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on national train timetabling and ticketing, and station information for Aberystwyth station please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on getting to the University, and maps, please use the link below.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For more information on traveling by bus through Wales, please use the link below.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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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].
• There are dog toileting areas located near the Rosser Accommodation and Hub, by Block 13 at Fferm Penglais and to the side of Cledwyn at the Penglais Campus.
• For more information on the assistance dog toileting area(s) please click here - (new tab).
• For more information on the assistance dog toileting area(s) please click here - (new tab).

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Site/Campus Car Park (Hafan)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the rear of the campus.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Arts Centre and the Student Union.
  • 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 not available.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by anybody.
  • Parking charges apply for non permit holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment machines are located at the entrance to the car park.
  • There is not a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • There is a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
  • Payment cannot be made by phone.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the Student Union Building.
  • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Student Union Building.
• Comments View
  • The upper level of car park is for staff permit holders only.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Visitor)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the rear of the campus near the Arts Centre.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Student Union and Arts 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 5 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 470cm x 600cm (15ft 5in x 19ft 8in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by visitors.
  • Parking charges apply to visitors only.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Free parking for Blue Badge holders is restricted to unlimited.
  • Payment machines are located throughout the car park.
  • There is not a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • There is a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
  • Payment cannot be made by phone.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the Student Union Building.
  • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Student Union Building.
  • The nearest designated bay is 60m (65yd 1ft) from the Student Union Building.
• Comments View
  • Parking charges apply between 8am and 5pm on Mondays to Fridays.

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the right of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 145cm (4ft 9in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.

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Outside Access (Stepped Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the left of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 140cm (4ft 7in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) both ways.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp or slope does not bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of and immediately beyond the entrance.
  • There is / are 3 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 medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do not have handrails.

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Reception

• The desk is 28m (30yd 1ft) from the Accessible entrance.
• Clear signage for the reception area is not visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are good.
• The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is a bell to attract attention.
• The bell is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building.
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written and pictorial directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • 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.

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Accessible Toilet (Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 37m (40yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located at the end of the main corridor, on the right.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 335cm x 185cm (10ft 12in x 6ft 1in).
  • There is a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 264cm (8ft 8in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and waste paper pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 104cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A male standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located at the end of the main corridor on the right.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 35m from the accessible entrance.
  • There is not a/are not cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.
  • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.
• Comments View
  • The female standard toilets are located at the far end of the main corridor from the accessible entrance.