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Accommodation Overview

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• About View
  • There are 92 bedrooms in total.
  • There is step-free level access to some of the bedrooms.
  • There are 5 bedrooms with adaptations.
  • There is step-free level access to all bedrooms with adaptations.
  • Some of the bedrooms with adaptations have adjoining rooms.
  • 1 bedroom with adaptations has an ensuite with a bath.
  • 5 bedrooms with adaptations have an ensuite with a wheel-in shower.
  • Dogs are welcomed at this venue.
  • There are 84 bedrooms in the main hotel and 8 at the back in Gresham House. Six of these rooms are accessed by stairs with no lift.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest train station is Cambridge Central Station.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
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• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the upper floor in Gresham House.
  • The ground, first and second floors can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
  • The following facilities are available: a seat/chair, a hearing assistance system and a water bowl for assistance dogs.
  • The venue can provide British Sign Language interpreters and large print documents.
  • Staff receive the following training: First Aid.
• Toilet and Changing Facilities View
  • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
  • The toilet with adaptations is located within the female toilet on the ground floor, next to reception.
  • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located next to reception.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations.

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Parking

• The car park is located in front of the hotel.
• The car park is open air/surface.
• There are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
• The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
• The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
• The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
• Parking costs £28 for standard parking and £15 for the Blue Badge bays.
• There are 2 electric vehicle charging points.

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Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the building.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.
• The ramp bypasses the steps.
• There are 2 steps which are unmarked, with no handrails.
• There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 105cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Reception

• The reception is located straight ahead as you enter the building.
• The journey time to this reception from car park is approximately less than one minute.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 106cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the desk.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area.
• Seating available in this area includes: armchairs, sofas and stools.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located to the right hand side of the reception desk.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door opening is 92cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
  • There is a push button flush on the wall above the cistern.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The toilet seat is 55cm from the floor.
  • There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
  • Additional features include: a mirror, a coat hook and a baby changing table.
  • There is a touch-lock button next to the door, at a height of 96cm.

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Bedroom with Adaptations (001 - Super King/Twin)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the ground floor.
  • The journey time to this bedroom from reception is approximately 3 minutes.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is numbered signage on or near the door.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 105cm.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The width of the door opening is 92cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
  • The top of the mattress is 70cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 2cm from the floor.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
  • The following is available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, a desk and a TV with subtitles.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • This bedroom has an adjoining room.

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Ensuite with Adaptations (001 - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door opening to the ensuite is 95cm.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 120cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
  • There is a push button flush on the wall above the cistern.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The toilet seat is 45cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a bar of soap and a hand towel available.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
  • Additional features include: a mirror.
  • The ensuite has a wheel-in shower.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
  • The shower has a fixed shower head, an adjustable shower head which can be detached, a flip-down seat, wall-mounted grab rails and an emergency alarm.
  • The shower seat is 45cm from the floor.
  • The shower controls are twist/turn.

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Standard Bedroom (006 - Super King/Twin)

• The bedroom surveyed is located to the right of reception.
• The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
• There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
• There is numbered signage on or near the door.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 92cm.
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the door opening is 80cm.
• The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
• The top of the mattress is 70cm from the floor.
• The space under the bed is 2cm from the floor.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
• The following is available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets and a TV with subtitles.

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Standard Ensuite (006)

• There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
• The ensuite door opens outwards.
• The width of the door opening is 65cm.
• There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
• There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a bar of soap and a hand towel available.
• The wash basin has a lever tap.
• Additional features include: a mirror.
• The ensuite has a shower cubicle.
• The shower has a fixed shower head and a wall-mounted grab rail.
• The shower controls are twist/turn.

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Eating and Drinking (Gonville Kitchen)

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• Location and Service View
  • The Gonville Kitchen is located to the left hand side of reception.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • Full table service is available.
  • Menus are handheld.
  • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
  • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There are double manual doors to enter the restaurant with an opening width of 154cm.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • There is background noise in this area.

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Eating and Drinking (The Long Bar)

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• Location and Service View
  • The Long Bar is located to the left of reception.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • This area has a bar where drinks can be ordered.
  • Full table service is available on request only.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There are double manual doors to enter the bar with an opening width of 150cm.
• Order and Payment View
  • The bar was surveyed.
  • The counter is located as you enter.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 110cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs, sofas and high stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
  • There is background noise in this area.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located straight ahead as you enter the building.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The ground, first, second and third floors are accessed by this lift.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 80cm.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located past reception and to the right.
• There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
• The ground, first, second and third floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors which are unmarked and have a handrail on the right going up.

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Room (The Atrium - Breakfast)

• The room is located past reception and the toilets.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There are two buffet counters with a height of 85cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this room.

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Room (The Teepee)

• The room is located in the garden area.
• The most accessible route to the room has ramps or slopes.
• There is step-free access via ramp into the room.
• The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.
• There are double manual doors which open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 175cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event .

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Room (The Grantchester - Meeting Room)

• The room is located to the right of the Atrium.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There are double manual doors which open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 170cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: long tables.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event .

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Room (The Abington Suite - Meeting Room)

• The room is located to the left of the Atrium.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 92cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: long tables.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event .