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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; the interview suite, kitchen, Finance Department and SRPPS Helpdesk.
  • Main Building - Reception link (new tab) - click here.
  • Main Building - John Dalton link (new tab) - click here.

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Accommodation Overview

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• About View
  • The accommodation is located on the first and second floors of the Lady Margaret Building.
  • The accommodation is located in 3 blocks on 2 floors in one building.
  • There a total of 48 rooms in Lady Margaret.
  • There are no rooms with adaptations in Lady Margaret.
  • Standard accommodation has ensuites with stepped shower cubicles.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • From the M6 leave at junction 26 and join the M58.
    Leave the M58 at junction 3 and follow the A570 Ormskirk Road towards Ormskirk.
    After approximately three miles the entrance to the university campus is on the right.
    From Liverpool or Preston take the A59 and then onto the A570 at Ormskirk.
    The University entrance is on the left after approximately 1.5 miles.
  • The main campus car park C is on the left when entering the campus from the A570.
    Car Parks A and B are located opposite the main reception building.
    Blue Badge bays are available at various locations across the campus.
  • For more information on google maps location of Edge Hill university please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • From Ormskirk Bus Station the Edge Link bus service (EL1) runs directly to the campus during term time and is free for students with a university card.
    The 152 bus between St Helens railway station and Ormskirk bus station runs along the A570 and stops on the main road opposite at the university.
  • For more information on 152 bus service by Stagecoach please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Ormskirk Train Station.
  • From Liverpool Lime Street station change to Merseyrail Northern Line for Ormskirk Station.
    From Preston take the train to Ormskirk Station.
    Then via a pedestrian walkway walk to the Ormskirk bus station for the EL1 or 152 bus services.
  • For more information on Ormskirk Station please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on planning a rail journey to Edge Hill University please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • Edge Hill University travel page, giving information on travelling to the university. Includes links to the Edge Link bus service map and timetable.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Traveline, which can be used to plan your journey by all means.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Merseytravel site for further information on rail travel to Ormskirk from Liverpool.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• The disability support teams provide specialist support, to help you develop strategies that you can use in your studies and other areas of your life. A range of information advice and guidance is available through the teams to help you get everything in place and ensure you have the right provisions.
  
  We have two teams at the university that support students who have challenges.
  
  The SpLD Support Team works with all our students who have or are exploring challenges related to Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD and Dyscalculia. .
• To see more information on the SpLD Support Team and how to access the team please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01695 657 526.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Inclusion Team provide information, advice, and support to our wider disabled student community at the university, including but not limited to students who have challenges related to Mental Health support needs, Sensory Impairments, Autism, Long Term Health Conditions and Mobility Impairments.
• To see more information on the Inclusion Team and how to access the team please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected].
• A range of teams in Catalyst provide support to students at the university:
  
  UniSkills provide a comprehensive programme of workshops, online resources and one-to-one support tailored to enhance your academic abilities. For more information, please click here
  
  Student Services provide advice and guidance to students who might need Mental Health and Wellbeing Support, with money issues and helping students to deal with challenges they may encounter during their studies. Each team has in individual specialism, and they all work closely together to ensure that the student or apprentice has access to holistic advice. For more information about what the teams can do for you, please click here.
• To see more information on applying to Edge Hill University please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01695 575 171.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Edge Hill University Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01695 657 555.
• Email: [email protected]..
• To see more information on Student Union, please click here.

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located on the northwest side of the building.
  • 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 230cm x 470cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
  • The marked zone is 130cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Lady Margaret entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does not have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Car Park A.
  • The car park is located south of the building.
• 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.

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Site/Campus Parking

• There are 3 car parks available on Campus (A, B and C) available for use of permit holding students and visitors.
• Car parks A and C have Blue Badge parking available.
• There is a drop off point available close to Car Park C.
• For information about the site/campus parking, please click here to see the Site/Campus Parking Access Guide.
• To see the Universities Car Parking Policy, please click here.

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Outside Access

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the northwestern side of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to level 0.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Lady Margaret'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is 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 a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 126cm (4ft 2in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • 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) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 139cm.
  • 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) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 138cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a push button to release the outer doors on exiting the building.
    This is 125cm high.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the area.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and wood.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There are sofas at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• 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
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Entrance (to Main Building - Reception Corridor)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located between the John Dalton and Lady Margaret buildings.
  • This entrance gives access to Main Building - Reception.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main 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 142cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 129cm.

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Entrance (Accommodation - Block B and C)

• This entrance is located at the right-hand end of the Lady Margaret building next to the laundrette.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 116cm.
• There is a single manual door at this entrance.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 105cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 114cm.
• This is lower than a standard height door.

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Other Floors (To Accommodation Block A)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located along the left-hand corridor after entering.
  • The stairs are approximately 23m from the Lady Margaret building entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell from the first floor upwards.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are 0, 1 and 2.
  • 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 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 both sides.
  • Handrails are 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 a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are varied.
• Other Information View
  • The room(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are accommodation on floors 1 and 2.

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Stairs (Accommodation - Block B and C)

• The stairs surveyed are located after entering through the dedicated external entrance for Lady Margaret blocks B and C.
• The ground, first and second floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have a handrail on the right going up.
• The handrail is not easy to grip.
• The handrail does not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Getting Around (Residential Floors)

• There is stepped access to all residential areas of the building. However there is step-free level access once on each floor.
• Access to Block A is via staircase signed as 'Lady Margaret - Block 1A, 2A'.
• Access to blocks B and C is via staircase signed as 'Lady Margaret - Block B and C'.
• Floor surfaces along all circulation routes are comprised of short-pile carpet with some patterning.
• Each block within Lady Margaret has a combined kitchen and seating area.
• There is wayfinding signage on each staircase landing.
• There are manual doors to access accommodation corridors on all floors. These doors are accessed by means of a key card reader.

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Kitchen/Dining (Block 1A)

• The kitchen/dining area is located in block 1A of Lady Margaret.
• There is step-free level access into the kitchen/dining area.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 76cm.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• The work surface is 91cm from the floor.
• A lowered work surface is not available.
• Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
• The hob is 91cm from the floor.
• A lowered hob is not available.
• The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The sink is 91cm from the floor.
• A lowered sink is not available.
• The sink has a lever mixer tap.
• Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
• Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
• Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
• The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Kitchen/Dining (Block 1C)

• The kitchen/dining area is located in block 1C of Lady Margaret.
• There is step-free level access into the kitchen/dining area.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 78cm.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
• A lowered work surface is not available.
• Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
• The hob is 91cm from the floor.
• A lowered hob is not available.
• The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The sink is 90cm from the floor.
• A lowered sink is not available.
• The sink has a lever mixer tap.
• Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
• Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas and high stools.
• Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
• The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
• The nearest accessible toilet(s) is/are located at the other end of the 'Main Building - Reception' corridor.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are not available.
• The nearest standard toilet(s) is/are located at the internal entrance to the John Dalton Building.