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Trevelyan College - Sir James Knott Hall and Dowrick Suite

Trevelyan College, Elvet Hill Road, Durham, DH1 3LN

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Summary

  • Building View
    • Services / Facilities within the building include; a multipurpose hall, a theatre and performance suite and a prayer room.
  • Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
    • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor outside the Dowrick Suite.
    • Female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor outside the Dowrick Suite.
    • Male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor outside the Dowrick Suite.

Getting Here (Trevelyan College)

Useful Information

Building Parking

  • 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 the Trevelyan College Main Block.
    • 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 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
    • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 300cm x 440cm.
    • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to one side and the rear.
    • The marked zone is 120cm wide.
    • 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 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance of the Main Block.
    • 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 tarmac.
  • Site/Campus Car Parks View
    • There is a site/campus car park for staff and students within approximately 200m.
    • The name of the car park is Elvet Hill Car Park.
    • The car park is located on Elvet Hill Road next to the college site.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is a designated drop off point.
    • There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
    • The drop off point is located in front of the main entrance.
    • The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
    • This entrance gives access to the ground floor foyer.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Trevelyan College - Sir James Knott Hall'.
    • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
    • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the key card reader is 105cm.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
    • There is a push pad/button to exit the main automatic doors.
    • The exit push pad or push button is 97cm from floor level.
    • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
    • The width of the door opening is 96cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
    • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the ramp.
    • The width of the ramp/slope is 126cm (4ft 2in).
    • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
  • Step(s) View
    • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
    • There is/are 1 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building.
    • There is stepped access to the Prayer Room and other first floor rooms.
  • Circulation View
    • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
    • There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
    • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
    • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
    • There are seats without armrests at regular intervals.
    • The lighting levels are varied.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • Safe Place(s) View
    • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • Audio View
    • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
    • There is a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
    • The system is a fixed loop.
    • There is a fixed loop hearing assistance system in the theatre.
    • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
    • The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.

Other Floors

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are located on the left as you enter.
    • The stairs are approximately 2m from the main entrance.
    • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
    • There are 15 steps between floors.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
    • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are easy to grip.
    • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • There is not a landing.
    • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

Theatre Foyer

  • Theatre Foyer View
    • The theatre foyer is located to the right as you enter.
    • There is step-free access to the theatre foyer.
    • There is step-free access throughout the foyer.
    • The type of flooring in the foyer is carpet.
    • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • Wayfinding signage is not available.
    • The nearest seating is located in the theatre.
    • The foyer does not play background music.
  • Box Office View
    • There is not a box office within the foyer.
  • Bar View
    • There is a bar within the foyer.
    • The bar is located on the right as you enter.
    • The bar is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
    • Clear signage for the bar is not visible from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the bar.
    • There is a clear unobstructed route to the bar.
    • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the bar which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The bar is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
    • The lighting levels at the bar are good.
    • The height of the bar is 120cm.
    • There is not a/are not lowered section(s) of the bar.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system at the bar.
    • Takeaway cups are available.
    • Drinking straws are available.
    • Tickets cannot be purchased from the bar.

Theatre Information (Dowrick Suite)

  • General Information View
    • The Dowrick Suite is located on the right hand side as you enter the Sir James Knot Hall.
  • Theatre Information View
    • The designated seating within the theatre is located in the front row .
    • Advanced bookings are not available.
    • Concessions are not available.
    • Tickets are free for companions/carers.
    • The theatre / performance room is used by students and others on a booking basis.
  • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Patrons View
    • There is a hearing assistance system available in the theatre(s).
    • There is a/are fixed hearing assistance system(s) in the theatre(s).
    • The hearing assistance system does cover all areas of the theatre(s).
    • The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.

Theatre Seating Area(s) (Side Stalls)

  • Theatre Information View
    • There is a hearing assistance system available in the theatre(s).
    • There is a/are fixed hearing assistance system(s) in the theatre(s).
    • The hearing assistance system does cover all areas of the theatre(s).
    • N/A performances are signed.
  • Access to Seating View
    • The information below describes access to the side stalls.
    • The theatre area is located to the right as you enter the Sir James Knott Hall.
    • There is step-free access to the theatre area.
    • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
    • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 162cm.
    • All doors accessing the area are not similar.
    • There is a second single heavy door that opens into the theatre at the far end opposite accessible toilet. It is 76cm wide and opens away from you (push) as you enter the theatre.
    • The doors is/are permanently held open before and after performances.
    • The doors give access to the front row.
  • Theatre Area Information View
    • This information refers to the Stalls.
    • The type of flooring in the seating area is wood.
    • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
    • The width of the rows of seating is 80cm.
    • The lighting level before and after performances is low to moderate.
    • The nearest accessible toilet is located 2m from the single door off the main corridor.
    • There is step free access to a row/rows of seating.
    • The row(s) with step free access is/are row(s) front row only.
    • The access to the majority of seating is located to one side of the seats (against wall).
    • There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
    • There is/are 6 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are wall mounted.
    • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
    • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are easy to grip.
    • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • The lighting level at the steps before and after performances is moderate to good.
    • The lighting level at the steps during performances is low to moderate.
    • The steps are not clearly illuminated during performances.
    • There are sets of side stalls. The other set has the handrail on the right.
  • Designated Seating Area(s) View
    • There is designated seating available in this area.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in the front row.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are not clearly marked/signed.
    • There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
    • Wheelchairs may be left with the patron.
    • The visibility of the stage from this seating area is good.
    • Companions/carers sit next to the patron.
    • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

Theatre Seating Area(s) (Centre Stalls)

  • Theatre Information View
    • N/A performances are signed.
  • Access to Seating View
    • The information below describes access to the Stalls.
    • The information below describes access to the centre stalls.
    • The theatre area is located to the right as you enter the Sir James Knott Hall.
    • There is step-free access to the theatre area.
    • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
    • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 162cm.
    • All doors accessing the area are not similar.
    • There is a second single heavy door that opens into the theatre at the far end opposite accessible toilet. It is 76cm wide and opens away from you (push) as you enter the theatre.
    • The doors is/are permanently held open before and after performances.
    • The doors give access to the front row.
  • Theatre Area Information View
    • The information below describes access to the centre stalls.
    • The type of flooring in the seating area is wood.
    • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
    • The width of the rows of seating is 80cm.
    • The lighting level before and after performances is low to moderate.
    • The nearest accessible toilet is located 2m from the single door off the main corridor.
    • There is step free access to a row/rows of seating.
    • The row(s) with step free access is/are row(s) front row only.
    • The access to the majority of seating is located to one side of the seats (against wall).
    • There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
    • There is/are 4 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are wall mounted.
    • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
    • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are easy to grip.
    • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • The lighting level at the steps before and after performances is moderate to good.
    • The lighting level at the steps during performances is low to moderate.
    • The steps are not clearly illuminated during performances.
  • Designated Seating Area(s) View
    • There is designated seating available in this area.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in the front row.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are not clearly marked/signed.
    • There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
    • Wheelchairs may be left with the patron.
    • The visibility of the stage from this seating area is good.
    • Companions/carers sit next to the patron.
    • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

James Knott Hall

  • The James Knott Hall is a multipurpose hall. The variety of uses include sports including badminton, table tennis, yoga, keep fit, etc, seminars, and cinema. The room has stackable chairs without armrests available.

Prayer Room

  • The multi-faith prayer room is located on the first floor.
  • There are stackable seats without armrests, two lecterns, 110cm and 112cm high, and a piano available.
  • There are heavy double doors to enter.

Accessible Toilet(s)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter at the end of the corridor.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is heavy.
    • The door is locked by a lever twist.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 201cm x 252cm (6ft 7in x 8ft 3in).
    • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 119cm (3ft 11in).
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
    • 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) and wall is good.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • 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.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
    • 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 poor.
    • 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
    • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The height of the soap dispenser is 108cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the towel dispenser is 99cm (3ft 3in).
    • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is poor.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the hand dryer is 99cm (3ft 3in).
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female and male toilets are located to the right as you enter on the main corridor.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the main entrance.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
    • There is a/are horizontal wall mounted rail(s) on the right as you face the toilet.
    • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the right as you face the toilet.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 84cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.