Access Guide
Introduction
- Related link Haddon Building.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/haddon-building
- Related link Learner Services.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/learning-services
- Related link Learning Resource Centre.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/learning-resource-centre-derbyshire
Opening Times
- Monday 08:30 - 16:30.
- Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30.
- Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30.
- Thursday 08:30 - 16:30.
- Friday 08:30 - 16:30.
- Saturday Closed.
- Sunday Closed.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- Broomfield Hall Campus is located to the North East of Derby between Breadsall Morley. The Campus is easily accessed via the A38, the A61 and the A608. The Campus Postcode for Sat-Nav users is DE7 6DN.
- There are several open-air car parks located around the campus. The main car park is located to the right of the Haddon Building as you enter the site and is clearly signposted. There is also a dedicated car park for the Sports Centre just as you enter the campus which is clearly signposted. There are no parking charges, but you are required to register your registration number at the Haddon Building Reception next to the Main Car Park.
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By Bus
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- The campus is on the H1 bus route and there are bus stops directly outside the Main Campus entrance.
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By Train
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- The nearest train station is Derby and there are several Taxi services which run from there. Alternatively, you can take the H1 bus which drops off directly outside the Campus Main entrance.
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Useful Links
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- Derby Transport Information site.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- National Rail Enquires.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
Useful Information
- To see more information on Inclusion and Support please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0300 123 7890 ext 1208.
- Email: [email protected].
- The Inclusion and Support Service at Derby College offer support on all college sites in-class, outside of the classroom, with exams and assessments and in the wider college environment.
- To see more information on Student Services please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0800 028 0289.
- To see more information on How To Apply please click here (opens new tab).
Site/Campus Car Park (Main Car Park)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located to the left of the Haddon Building.
- The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are HE Centre and Haddon Building.
- 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 4 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
- The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 260cm x 450cm (8ft 6in x 14ft 9in).
- The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park can be used by staff, students, visitors and Blue Badge holders.
- There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
- Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
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Car Park Access
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- There is sloped access to the car park from the campus.
- This car park is not clearly signposted from the buildings.
- The nearest designated bay is 28m (30yd 1ft) from the HE Centre entrance.
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Comments
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- The car park is 47m from the Haddon Building main entrance.
- The slope from the car park is steep in some parts.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, facing the campus.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the card reader/lock is 120cm (3ft 11in).
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The width of the door opening is 122cm (4ft).
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
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Second Set of Doors
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- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The width of the door opening is 154cm (5ft 1in).
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
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Ramp/Slope
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- There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
- The ramp/slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
- The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
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Comments
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- The height of the exit button is 121cm.
Outside Access (Rear Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building, facing the Sports Hall.
- There is step free access at this entrance.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 116cm (3ft 10in).
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the card reader/lock is 122cm (4ft).
- 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.
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The width of the door opening is 152cm (4ft 12in).
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
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Comments
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- The height of the exit button is 120cm.
Entrance (Library Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located to the right of the main reception desk.
- There is step free access at this entrance.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The width of the door opening is 180cm (5ft 11in).
Reception (Library Reception)
- Library Reception is located to the right as you enter the library.
- The desk is 2m (2yd 7in) from the Library entrance.
- The reception area is clearly 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 medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
- The desk is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a portable loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
- There is level access to the service.
- This venue does not play background music.
- The lighting levels are good.
Library
- This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
- This library does not have a regular supply of books in large print.
- This library does not have a regular supply of books in audio format.
- There is an ordering service.
- The library does have computers with accessible software.
- Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
- A large text keyboard, large rollerball mouse and height adjustable table is / are available.
Other Floors
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
- The stairs are located at the rear of the library.
- The stairs are approximately 12m from the library entrance.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The lighting levels are good.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- There is a landing.
Lift
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located to the right of the reception.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and 1.
- Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
- The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
- The lift is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 112cm x 140cm (3ft 8in x 4ft 7in).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The lift has a hearing enhancement system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.
Toilet with Adaptations
- Accessible toilet facilities are not available.
- The nearest accessible toilet is located to the left of the main entrance.
Standard Toilet(s)
- The nearest standard toilets are located on the other side of the main foyer.