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Fox 4 (School of Communication)

Falmouth Campus, Woodlane, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4RH

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Introduction

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Getting Here (Falmouth)

  • By Road View
    • The Falmouth Campus is approximately two hours’ drive from Exeter. From the north, take the A30 west from Exeter until you reach the A39 signposted Truro. Drive through Truro, following the signs A39 to Falmouth. Once in Falmouth, continue along the A39 towards the Town Centre. When it becomes Western Terrace, look out for the Falmouth Sports Club on the right. At the next roundabout, turn left on to Woodlane. The University is located off this road.
    • There is limited parking on campus for visitors it may be advisable to use the Dell Pay and Display Car Park in Town.
  • By Bus View
    • The nearest bus stations for the campus are the Falmouth University Stop on Woodlane which serves route 366. As well as the Fox Rosehill Garden Stops which serve routes 367 and U3. There are numerous buses provided for students that go between the two campuses.
  • By Train View
    • The Falmouth Campus is approximately a 5 minute walk from the Falmouth Town Train station and an approximate 20 minute walk from the Falmouth Docks Train Station.
  • Useful Links View

Useful Information

Site/Campus Car Park (Fox 4 (School of Communication) Car Park)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the rear of the building.
    • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Fox 4 (School of Communication).
    • The car park type is open air/surface.
    • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park can be used by permit holders.
    • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
    • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • 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 Fox 4 (School of Communication).
    • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Fox 4 (School of Communication).
  • Comments View
    • This car park is for permit holders only with access provided via swiping of an access card through the lower car park barriers.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
    • There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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 95cm (3ft 1in).
    • 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 170cm (5ft 7in).
  • Second Set of Doors View
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • The door(s) is / are double.
    • The door(s) is / are permanently held open (at the time of the survey).
    • The width of the door opening is 170cm (5ft 7in).
  • 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 or 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 not have handrails.
    • The width of the ramp is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • 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 5 step(s) to access the entrance.
    • There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
    • The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
    • The step(s) is / are medium (11cm - 17cm).
    • The steps do have handrails.
    • The handrails are on both sides.

Entrance (Access From FXU/Compass/Student Services)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located on the left hand side of the Hub Building, past the compass reception desk.
    • There is step free access at this entrance.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • There is not an intercom.
    • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is / are double.
    • The door(s) is / are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 146cm (4ft 9in).

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
    • There is/are 4 unmarked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to the lecture theatre, teaching rooms and toilets.
    • The step(s) is/are medium (11cm - 17cm).
    • There is an enclosed platform lift which overcomes the steps.
    • The steps can be seen in photographs 1 and 2.
    • There is a slight ramp, with no handrails, for access to the lower studio and teaching rooms.
    • The ramp can be seen in photographs 3 and 4.
    • 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 some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • This building does not play background music.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Other Floors

  • Steps View
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are -1, 1 and 2.
    • The stairs are located on the left hand side as you enter the building.
    • The stairs are approximately 6m from the main entrance.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The lighting levels are bright.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
    • The steps do have handrails.
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • There is a landing.
    • There is an additional staircase at the rear of the building, within the lower studio which accesses the first floor studio.

Lift

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located directly ahead as you enter the building.
  • The lift is a platform lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are -1, 0, 1 and 2.
  • Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
  • The weight limit for the lift is 410kg.
  • The lift is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) 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 lift door is manual, heavy and opens outwards.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 150cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 11in).
  • There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is not 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 does not have a hearing loop system.
  • The lift does 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 bright.
  • Comments View
    • -1 = entrance level
    • 0 = up the level change, lecture theatre, café, toilets, etc
    • 1 = teaching rooms and studios
    • 2 = studio and IT suite.

Accessible Toilet

  • Accessible toilet facilities are not available.
  • Comments View
    • The closest accessible toilet is located within the Hub Building.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • The closest standard toilet is located within the Hub Building.