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BMA House (Members) - Ground Floor - Hastings Room

BMA House, Tavistock Square, London, WC1H 9JP

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Getting Here

  • By Road View
    • Tavistock Square is located in Central London, south of Euston Station, just off Euston Road (A501).
      If driving to Tavistock Square, please be aware that it is located within the Congestion Charge Zone.
    • The venue has parking bays available via prior arrangement only. Please contact the venue for more information.
      There is both standard and Blue Badge on street parking available on the north side of Tavistock Square.
  • By Bus View
  • By Train View
  • By Underground View
    • The nearest underground station is Euston.
    • The nearest step-free underground station is King's Cross St. Pancras.
    • Euston underground station is approximately 350 metres from the venue and services the Northern and Victoria Lines.
      King's Cross St. Pancras is approximately 750 metres from the venue and services the Circle, Hammersmith and City, Northern, Metropolitan and Victoria Lines.
      There are a number of alternative tube stations situated nearby including Euston Square (step-free access from westbound only) and Russell Square.
    • For more information on underground services please click here (opens new tab).

Getting Help and Assistance

  • There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
  • There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
  • There is a designated place of safety which can be used by people who may feel scared or at risk .
  • The place of safety is located on the basement floor, next to the Dickens Room.
  • There are fixed hearing assistance systems available in multiple meeting rooms/event spaces.
    There are portable hearing assistance systems available that can be made available across all meeting rooms/event spaces without fixed loops. Please contact the venue for further information regarding hearing assistance systems.
  • There is a member of staff available for help and assistance from reception.
  • Water bowls for assistance dogs are available from reception.
  • A wheelchair is available from reception.
  • There is a quiet room located near Entrance D on the ground floor.

Parking

  • Parking View
    • The building does have its own parking facilities.
    • The car park is located at the centre of the building, off Tavistock Square.
    • The car park type is multi storey.
    • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
    • The car park does have a barrier control system.
    • The car park surface is tarmac.
    • There are a total of 30 spaces across the two levels of the car park.
      On any given day there would normally be up to 10 available bays for visitors, this includes the basement car parking bays. This a 'first come first served' for visitors upon their arrival.
      Staff can request parking if bays are available.
      12 spaces are rented out by tenants of the venue.
      There are 2 electric charging points within the lower level car park with the ability to charge 4 cars (2 ports per charging point).
      The electric charging ports and controls are between 120cm-125cm in height.
  • Blue Badge Parking View
    • There is not a/are not Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • Paying View
    • There are no parking charges for the car park.
  • Access from the Car Park View
    • Access from the ground level of the car park is via the vehicle access slope used to access the car park.
      This slope is long and steep.
      This slope can be bypassed via lift if required, please contact the venue in advance for more information.
      Access from the basement level of the car park is also via the vehicle access slope leading down from the ground level of the car park.
      This slope is also long and steep.
      Alternatively, there is stepped access (13 total) up to the ground level of the car park.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the north corner of Tavistock Square.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'British Medical Association - Main Entrance'.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
    • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • There is not an intercom.
    • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
    • The width of the opening is 210cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the opening is 123cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

Reception (Main)

  • Reception View
    • The reception point is located ahead and to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
    • The reception point is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) 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 windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
    • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
    • The height of the reception counter is 115cm.
    • 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 72cm.
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
    • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
    • The counter is staffed.
    • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
    • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
    • The type of system is a portable loop.
    • The hearing assistance system is signed.
    • Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested on 04/03/2025.
    • The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
    • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are not provided in the reception area.
    • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet and tiles.
    • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • Reception Seating Area View
    • There is a seating area close to the reception point.
    • Access to the seating area is unobstructed.
    • There are bench seats and chairs with armrests available.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
    • There is a television in the waiting area.
      There are security gates located next to the reception that access the majority of the ground floor.
      The standard gate is 64cm in width.
      The wider gate is 88cm in width.
      The security gates are key card activated.
      The key card reader is at a height of 102cm.
      There are 2 welcome desks that are used for events located either side of the reception.
  • Comments View
    • The closest toilet with adaptations to the reception is the ground floor – south corridor – left hand transfer.
    • The closest standard toilets to the reception is the ground floor – south corridor.
    • The closest standard shower to the reception is the ground floor – south corridor - shared.

Room(s) (Hastings)

  • Access View
    • The room surveyed was the Hastings Room.
    • The Hastings Room is located on the ground floor, along the South West corridor.
    • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
    • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
    • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
    • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
    • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is low.
    • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
    • There is step-free access into the room(s).
  • Room Details View
    • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double (with one leaf locked).
    • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
    • The door may be difficult for some to open.
    • There is a hearing assistance system for the room(s) available on request.
    • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
    • There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
    • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 33cm and 102cm.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
    • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
    • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
    • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
    • Floor coverings in the room(s) are not even.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • The Hastings Room is used as the BMA Members Lounge.

Kitchen (Hastings Room)

  • The kitchen is located within the Hastings Room.
  • There is step-free access to the kitchen.
  • The kitchen has open access (no doors).
  • The width of the door opening is 128cm.
  • There is not ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the kitchen.
  • There is a dual height refreshment counter.
  • The dual work surface heights are 75cm and 94cm.
  • There is a work surface with a clear knee recess.
  • There is not a height adjustable work surface.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
  • Vending machines are not available.
  • Takeaway cups are not available.
  • Drinking straws are not available.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - South Corridor - Left Hand Transfer)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor along the south corridor, opposite the Hastings Room.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
    • The key is a radar key.
    • The key can be obtained from reception.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is low.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 155cm x 215cm (5ft 1in x 7ft 1in).
    • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
    • The lateral transfer space is 65cm (2ft 2in).
    • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • There is not 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 medium.
    • 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 medium.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is low.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
    • The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
    • 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 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
  • Additional Fixtures and Fittings View
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
    • There is a/are coat hook(s).
    • The height of the coat hook is 100cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is medium.
    • 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 94cm.
    • 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 96cm (3ft 2in).
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - South Corridor)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor along the south corridor, opposite the Hastings Room.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 30m from the main entrance.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
    • There is pictorial 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.

Standard Shower (Ground Floor - South Corridor - Shared)

  • The shower facilities are located on the ground floor along the south corridor, opposite the Hastings Room.
  • The shower facilities are approximately 30m from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the shower door.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 77cm.
  • The contrast between the external door(s) and wall(s) is low.
  • The contrast between the internal door(s) and wall(s) is low.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • The lighting is activated by a sensor.
  • The shower cubicle door is 59cm in width.
    The step leading into the shower cubicle is 26cm in height.
    There is a flip down seat within the shower area.
    The flip down seat was broken at the time of surveying (February 2023).
  • There is an additional shower facility located within the male standard toilets.