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Summary

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• Service View
  • Tannachie Garden Building is located on the Falmouth Campus.
• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; the library, seminar rooms, a lecture theatre, a quiet room and drawing rooms.
  • Tannachie Garden Building - The Retreat link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the lower ground floor.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on the lower ground floor.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on the lower ground floor.

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Lecture Theatre(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Lecture Theatre 1 please click here (new tab).
• Seminar Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Seminar Room A please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Seminar Room B please click here (new tab).
• Other Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Drawing please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for The Retreat - Quiet Room please click here (new tab).

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Opening Times (Library)

• Monday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 18:00.
• Sunday 12:00 - 18:00.

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Opening Times (The Compass Helpdesk)

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Opening Times (Falmouth Campus Studios)

• Monday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Saturday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Sunday 12:00 - 18:00.

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• Comments View
  • Last access on weekdays in 9pm.

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Getting Here (Falmouth)

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• By Road View
  • 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.
    Go through Truro and follow signs for the A39 to Falmouth.
    Continue along the A39 towards the town centre once you reach Falmouth.
    Look for Falmouth Sports Club on the right.
    At the next roundabout, turn left onto Woodlane. The University is located off this road.
  • There is limited parking on campus for visitors.
    Dell Pay and Display Car Park in Falmouth is a good alternative.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • The nearest bus station for the campus is Falmouth University Woodlane.
    Bus 60 serves this stop.
    Fox Rosehill Gardens serves the other side of the campus.
    Bus 67 serves this stop.
    There are numerous buses provided for students that go between the two campuses.
  • For more information on Traveline please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Falmouth Town.
  • 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.
  • For more information on National Rail please click here (opens new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Student Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01326 370 460.
• Email: [email protected].
• For additional assistance please visit Glasney Lodge at the Penryn Campus.
• To see more information on Accommodation Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01326 253 639.
• Email: [email protected].
• Ask provides assistance with languages, essay writing and helps students generally.
• To see more information on Ask Academic Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01326 370 438.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Falmouth Campus Map please click here (opens new tab).
• Staff receive both Equality and Diversity and Core Academic Training.
• There is a dog toileting area in the Glasney accommodation area.

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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 to the left 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) markings are faded.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 225cm x 455cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays do not have a marked zone around them.
  • 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 main entrance.
  • 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 car park surface is tarmac and block paving.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Lamorva Nursery.
  • The car park is located outside Lamorva Nursery and the Kathmor 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 Car Park (Lamorva Nursery)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located outside of Lamorva Nursery and Kathmor Building.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Lamorva Nursery and Kathmor 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 and block paving.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.

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Outside Access (Library Building Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of Tannachie Garden Building.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • 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 key card reader is 90cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 87cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 105cm.
  • 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 at the door.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 105cm (3ft 5in).
• Lift View
  • The steep ramp is very short.
    The building can only be accessed via a steep sloped access road.
    The door is automatic 9am - 5pm on weekdays.
    The door is swipe card access only from 5pm - 9pm on weekdays, 10am - 6pm on Saturdays and 12pm - 6pm on Sundays.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Floor plans/maps are available.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • The Retreat is within the library on the ground floor.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Entrance (Library)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left after entering the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the library.
  • 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.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 115cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 115cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm.
  • There are security barriers at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 102cm.
• Lift View
  • The doors are permanently open 9am - 5pm on weekdays.
    The doors are swipe card access only from 5pm - 9pm on weekdays, 10am - 6pm on Saturdays and 12pm - 6pm on Sundays.

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Library

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• Library Circulation View
  • There is step-free access within the library.
  • The type of flooring in the library is vinyl.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
• Self Service Machines View
  • There is a/are self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
  • The self service book borrow/return machine(s) is/are located to the right of the Compass Helpdesk.
  • The self service machine(s) touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 115cm and 145cm.
• Library Services View
  • This library is able to provide material in the following formats: ebook, ejournal and audio.
  • There are reading/study desks available.
  • The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 70cm in height.
  • There are some height adjustable desks available.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • Laptops are available to borrow from the library.
  • For more information about borrowing laptops please click here.
  • Auxiliary aids are available.
  • Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Ergonomic Chairs and Coloured Overlays.
  • There is a magnifying machine and dictaphones available to borrow.
  • The library does not have computers with accessible software.
  • A member of staff is available to provide assistance.
  • RNIB website available to students.

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Reception (The Compass Desk)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the right after entering the library.
  • The reception point is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the library entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 107cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 06/02/2025.
  • The hearing loop was not working at the time of testing.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.

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Other Floors (Ground and First Floor)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the left after entering the building via the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 12m from the main 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 on the first floor.
  • The floors which are accessible by the 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 depth of the steps is 29cm.
  • 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 not 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 not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.

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Other Floors (Lower Ground and Ground Floor)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located straight ahead after entering the building via the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 10m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G and LG.
  • 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 depth of the steps is 29cm.
  • 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Lift

• The lift is located to the left after entering via the main entrance.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G and 1.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on the first floor.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is medium.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 142cm x 108cm (4ft 8in x 3ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Lower Ground - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located along the lower ground floor corridor, on the left after exiting the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • 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 visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is medium.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 178cm x 260cm (5ft 10in x 8ft 6in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are 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 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • 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 low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 176cm and 180cm from the floor.
• 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 backrest and a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 112cm (3ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • 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 is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 106cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located at the end of the lower ground floor corridor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 16m from the lift.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 83cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are good.