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Faraday Complex

Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus, London, UB8 3PQ

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Introduction

  • Services / facilities within the building include standard accommodation.
  • The Faraday Complex is arranged over 3 separate buildings.
    Each building is defined into designated block numbers.
    The building opposite the Advanced Metal Processing Centre (AMPC) is designated Building 1-3, and comprises Block 1, Block 2 and Block 3.
    The building next to Chepstow Hall is designated Building 4-5, and comprises Block 4 and Block 5.
    The building between Chepstow Hall and St. Margaret's Hall is designated Building 6-7, and comprises Block 6 and Block 7.
    There are no lifts or accessible bedrooms in the Faraday Complex.
    All of the buildings have communal kitchens.
    There are launderettes in Building 4-5 and Building 6-7.
  • Access to all doors and corridors is either through a key card or standard key.

Getting Here

  • By Road View
    • From the M25, turn off at junction 16 onto the M40 and follow this road onto the A40.
      Continue along the A40 until you reach a roundabout and turn right onto the B483 and follow this to the end and turn left onto Hillingdon Road.
      Then, following signs for Brunel University, turn left onto Kingston Lane.
    • There are site/campus car parks available on the university campus that require a permit or are pay and display. Blue Badge holders can park for free.
  • By Bus View
    • There are several buses that run to Brunel University with a bus stop right outside the entrance to the university. The bus services that run are the U1, U2, U4, U5, U7, A10 and the 222.
  • By Train View
    • The nearest train station is West Drayton which is approximately a 15 minute journey from Brunel University. From the station, U3, U5 or 222 buses or a taxi can take you to the university.
  • By Underground View
    • The nearest underground station is Uxbridge Station which is approximately a 10 minute journey via the U1, U3, U4 or U7 bus services or taxi.
  • Useful Links View

Useful Information

Building Parking (Building 1-3)

  • The building does have its own dedicated parking.
  • Building Car Park View
    • The car park can be used by permit holders.
    • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
    • The car park is located in front and to the side of Building 1-3, nearest Block 1.
    • 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 3 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
    • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 260cm x 460cm (8ft 6in x 15ft 1in).
    • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
    • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
    • The nearest designated bay is 12m (13yd 4in) from the Block 1 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 slopes/ramps.
    • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does have tactile paving.
    • The car park surface is concrete.
  • Site/Campus Car Parks View
    • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
    • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
    • The name of the car park is Elliot Jacques / Gardiner Car Park.
    • The car park is located off the South Loop Road access road opposite the Indoor Athletics 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.

Site/Campus Car Park (Elliot Jacques / Gardiner Car Park)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located between Gardiner, Elliot Jacques and Russell buildings.
    • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Gardiner, Elliot Jacques, Russell, Advanced Metal Casting Centre (APCC), and Advanced Metal Processing Centre (AMPC).
    • 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 3 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 250cm x 470cm (8ft 2in x 15ft 5in).
    • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park can be used by anybody.
    • Parking charges apply for all except permit and Blue Badge holders.
    • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
    • Signs are clearly presented.
    • Payment machines are located at the front of the car park.
    • There is a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
    • Payment can be made by phone.
    • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
  • 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 buildings.
    • This car park is not clearly signposted from the buildings.
    • The nearest designated bay is 48m (52yd 1ft) from the Gardiner Building Main Entrance.
  • Comments View
    • There is not a dropped kerb between the parking bays and the payment machines.
    • The nearest designated bays are 30m from the Advanced Metal Processing Centre (AMPC).
    • The nearest designated bays are 35m from the Advanced Metal Casting Centre (AMCC).
    • There is not a dropped kerb between the car park surface and the payment machine.
    • There are additional Blue Badge parking bays on the access road before the car park entrance.
    • The additional bays are adjacent to the Russell building (photographs 8 and 9) and Elliot Jacques building (photograph 10).

Building Parking (Blocks 3, 4)

  • The building does have its own dedicated parking.
  • Building Car Park View
    • The car park can be used by permit holders.
    • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
    • The car park is located off South Loop Road, between Building 1-3 and Building 4-5.
    • 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 1 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
    • The Blue Badge bay(s) markings are faded.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 280cm x 470cm (9ft 2in x 15ft 5in).
    • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
    • The nearest designated bay is 16m (17yd 1ft) from the entrance to Block 3.
    • 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 slopes/ramps.
    • The car park surface is concrete.
  • Site/Campus Car Parks View
    • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
    • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
    • The name of the car park is South Loop Road.
    • The car park is located all along South Loop Road.
  • 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.
  • Comments View
    • The nearest designated bay is 38m from the entrance to Block 4.

Site/Campus Car Park (South Loop Road)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located next to buildings on South Loop Road.
    • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Tower C, Joseph Lowe (Distribution Centre), Tower D, and the Medical 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.
    • There is/are 10+ designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 230cm x 485cm (7ft 7in x 15ft 11in).
    • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park can be used by anybody, Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
    • Parking charges apply for all except permit and Blue Badge holders.
    • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
    • Signs are clearly presented.
    • Payment machines are located at the rear of the car park.
    • There is a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
    • There is not a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
    • Payment can be made by phone.
    • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
  • Car Park Access View
    • There is level access to the car park from the buildings.
  • Comments View
    • The car park is visible from specific building entrances.
    • The nearest designated bay is 4m from Tower C (Rear Entrance) (photographs 1 and 2).
    • The nearest designated bay is 30m from Tower D (Rear Entrance).

Level Change (Outside Access)

  • There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
  • The ramp/slope is located between the Faraday Complex buildings.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • Comments View
    • There is an outside pathway leading between all the blocks in the Faraday Complex.
    • There is a slope with a steep incline between the entrance to Block 1 along the front of Building 1-3 and South Loop Road (photographs 1 and 2).
    • There is a slope with a very easy incline between the side of Building 1-3, the entrance to Block 3, and Building 4-5.
    • The pathway surface along the side of Building 1-3 is paving slabs (photographs 3 and 4).
    • There is a path on a slope with a slight incline between Building 1-3 and Building 4-5 (photograph 5). The pathway surface between Building 1-3 and Building 4-5 is tarmac.
    • There is a pathway between Building 4-5 and Building 6-7 (photographs 6 and 7).
    • The pathway past the entrance to Block 4 is on a slope with a very easy incline (photograph 8).
    • The pathway along the side of Building 4-5 is on a slope with a slight incline.
    • The pathway near the entrance to Block 5 is shown in photograph 9.
    • There is a path between Buildings 1-3/Building 4-5 and Building 6-7. The pathway surface here is tarmac and is on a slope with a very slight incline.
    • There is a small level change with slopes with a slight incline outside the entrance to Block 6 (photograph 10).
    • There is a pathway around the side of Building 6-7 between the entrances to Block 6 and Block 7. The pathway between Block 6 and Block 7 is on a long slope with a slight incline and has a tarmac surface (photographs 11 to 13).

Outside Access (Block 1)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of Building 1-3, opposite the Advanced Metal Processing Centre (AMPC).
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is a bell/buzzer.
    • The height of the bell/buzzer is 126cm (4ft 2in).
    • There is an intercom.
    • The height of the intercom is 126cm (4ft 2in).
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is 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 single.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
    • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
    • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
    • The ramp is permanent.
    • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
    • The ramp does not have handrails.
  • Comments View
    • There is a push button to exit.

Outside Access (Block 2)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the right of Building 1-3 as viewed from the South Loop Road car park.
    • There is step free access at this entrance.
    • There is a bell/buzzer.
    • The height of the bell/buzzer is 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • There is an intercom.
    • The height of the intercom is 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 105cm (3ft 5in).
    • There is 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 single.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
  • Comments View
    • The access is directly off South Loop Road but is obstructed by a bollard (photograph 1).
    • The bollard does not significantly introduce a width restriction.
    • There is a push button to exit.
    • The push button is 105cm above the floor.

Outside Access (Block 3)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the left of Building 1-3 as viewed from the South Loop Road car park.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is a bell/buzzer.
    • The height of the bell/buzzer is 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • There is an intercom.
    • The height of the intercom is 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is 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 single.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
    • The ramp/slope is located to the left 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.
  • Comments View
    • There is level access directly off South Loop Road but there is not a pedestrian walkway via this route.
    • The level access is obstructed by a bollard (photograph 10).
    • The bollard does not significantly introduce a width restriction.
    • There is a push button to exit.
    • The push button is 100cm above the floor.

Outside Access (Block 4)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the rear of Building 4-5 as viewed from the South Loop Road car park.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is a bell/buzzer.
    • The height of the bell/buzzer is 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • There is an intercom.
    • The height of the intercom is 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is 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 single.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 82cm (2ft 8in).
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located in front of 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.
  • Comments View
    • There is a push button to exit.
    • The push button is 105cm above the floor.

Outside Access (Block 5)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the centre of the Building 4-5 as viewed from the South Loop access side road, facing Chepstow Hall.
    • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
    • There is a bell/buzzer.
    • The height of the bell/buzzer is 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • There is an intercom.
    • The height of the intercom is 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 95cm (3ft 1in).
    • There is 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 single.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
    • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
    • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
    • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
    • The ramp is permanent.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
    • The ramp does have handrails.
    • The handrails are on both sides.
    • The width of the ramp is 121cm (3ft 12in).
  • Step(s) View
    • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
    • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
    • There is / are 7 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.
  • Comments View
    • There is a push button to exit.
    • The push button is 105cm above the floor.

Level Change (Outside Access Block 6)

  • There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope is located ahead of the entrance to Block 6.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • Comments View
    • The approach from the access road is uneven and rough in places.
    • The approach surface is a combination of compacted dirt, tarmac, concrete and paving slabs.
    • There is an alternative entrance to the rear of the building (Block 7).

Outside Access (Block 6)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the centre of Building 6-7 as viewed from the South Loop access side road, facing Clifton Hall.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is a bell/buzzer.
    • The height of the bell/buzzer is 115cm (3ft 9in).
    • There is an intercom.
    • The height of the intercom is 115cm (3ft 9in).
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 105cm (3ft 5in).
    • 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 single.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
  • 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.
  • Comments View
    • There is a push button to exit.
    • The push button is 100cm above the floor.

Outside Access (Block 7)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to rear of Building 6-7 as viewed from the South Loop Road access side road, facing St. Margaret's Hall.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is a bell/buzzer.
    • The height of the bell/buzzer is 115cm (3ft 9in).
    • There is an intercom.
    • The height of the intercom is 115cm (3ft 9in).
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 95cm (3ft 1in).
    • There is 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 single.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
  • Comments View
    • There is a bollard and litter bin in front of this entrance (photographs 7 and 8).
    • Access to the right of the bollard, between the bollard and the litter bin is width restricted to 96cm.
    • There is a push button to exit.
    • The push button is 94cm above the floor.

Getting Around (Blocks 1 - 7)

  • Access View
    • There is step free access throughout the ground floor.
    • 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 directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
    • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all corridors.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • This building does not play background music.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Accommodation (Blocks 1 - 7)

  • Location of Accessible Accommodation View
    • The establishment provides 0 accessible room(s) with ensuite facilities and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • Auxiliary Aids - General View
    • None of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
    • The accommodation does not provide other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
    • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in standard rooms.
  • Ground Floor Rooms View
    • Ground floor rooms do have level access.
    • None of these rooms are accessed by platform lift.
    • Rooms are located throughout all the buildings on the ground floor.
    • Adjoining rooms are not available.
  • Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
    • There are standard rooms on other floors.
    • The other floors cannot be accessed by lift.
    • Adjoining rooms are not available.

Block 1 First Floor Kitchen/Dining Area K101

  • There is a communal kitchen on the first floor.
  • There is not level access to this kitchen.
  • There are 2 sets of single doors that may be difficult to open.
  • The doors open away from you (push).
  • The open door widths are 70cm.
  • The worktops are at a height of 92cm.
  • The washing up sink has a lever mixer tap.
  • There is a dining table with an underside 69cm above the floor.
  • There is seating without armrests, additional low stool style seating and a sofa.
  • There are also hobs, ovens, tall fridges and electrical appliances such as a microwave oven, toaster, and a kettle.

Block 3 Ground Floor Kitchen/Dining Area K005

  • There is a communal kitchen on the ground floor.
  • This is level access to this kitchen.
  • There are 2 sets of single doors that may be difficult to open.
  • The doors open away from you (push).
  • The open door widths are 70cm.
  • The worktops are at a height of 92cm.
  • The washing up sink has a lever mixer tap.
  • There is a dining table with an underside 69cm above the floor.
  • There is seating without armrests, additional low stool style seating and a sofa.
  • There are also hobs, ovens, tall fridges and electrical appliances such as a microwave oven, toaster, and a kettle.

Other Floors (Blocks 1 - 7)

  • Steps View
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3, 4.
    • The stairs are located ahead and on the left after any block entrance.
    • The stairs are approximately 5m from the block entrances.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the stairwell from the first floor upwards.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The steps are deep (18cm+).
    • The steps do have handrails.
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • There is a landing.
    • The photographs show the stairs in Block 1. There are similar stairs after the main entrances to all blocks.
  • Other View
    • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are standard accommodation and shared kitchen/dining areas.

Outside Access (Block 5 Launderette)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the rear of Building 4-5 as viewed from the South Loop Road car park.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • There is not an intercom.
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • 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 single.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
    • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
    • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
    • The ramp is permanent.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
    • The ramp does not have handrails.
  • Comments View
    • There is a 5cm high step at the entrance threshold.
    • There is a push button to exit.
    • The push button is 100cm above the floor.

Block 5 Launderette

  • The internal building entrance consists of 2 sets of single, heavy doors that are 78cm in width.
  • The first door opens towards you (pull), the second away from you (push).
  • There are 3 washing machines and 4 dryers available.
  • The controls for the washing machines range from 115-125cm in height.
  • The controls for the dryers range from 95cm - 105cm in height.

Outside Access (Block 6 Launderette)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the centre of Building 6-7 off the South Loop access side road, facing Clifton Hall.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 105cm (3ft 5in).
    • 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 single.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
  • 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.
  • Comments View
    • There is a push button to exit.

Block 6 Launderette

  • The internal building entrance consists of 2 sets of single, heavy doors that are 76cm in width.
  • The first door opens towards you (pull), the second away from you (push).
  • There are 2 washing machines and 2 dryers available.
  • The washing machine controls are 115cm - 125cm above the floor.
  • The tumble dryer controls are 95cm - 105cm above the floor.
  • There is seating without armrests available.

Accessible Toilet(s)

  • There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
  • The nearest accessible toilet(s) is/are located in St. Margarets Hall.