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Hilton NoMad London - Conference and Events

28 Bow Street, London, WC2E 7AW

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Overview

  • About View
    • There are 91 bedrooms.
    • There is step-free level access to all bedrooms.
    • There is 1 bedroom with adaptations.
    • There is step-free level access to the bedroom.
    • The bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with a wheel in shower.
    • Dogs are welcomed here.
    • Shared facilities include: restaurants, bars, a café and a gym.
    • Rooms 225 and 411 have steps within the room.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free level access via lift at the most accessible entrance.
    • There are 2 other entrances.
    • 2 of the other entrances have stepped access.
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps: the ground floor event spaces from the lobby.
    • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
    • The lower ground to fourth floors can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
    • There is a stepped external entrance to the events rooms and the Side Hustle Bar.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • Seating is available.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: vibrating pillows.
    • A hoist is available on request.
    • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
    • The toilet with adaptations is located on the lower ground floor, to the left of Twenty8 NoMad.
    • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are located within the lower ground floor male and female standard toilets.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the lower ground floor, either side of the Twenty8 NoMad.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located at the rear of the lower ground floor corridor.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations.

Parking

  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • Public Parking View
    • On-street designated Blue Badge parking is available.
    • The on-street designated Blue Badge parking bays are located in Bow Street.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • There are a number of public car parks located within Central London.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the hotel in Bow Street.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 159cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors.
  • The doors are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 159cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access via lift as you enter.
  • The lift bypasses the steps.
  • There are 3 steps as you enter.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The step markings are not clearly visible.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 15cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.

Entrance Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the left of the second set of entrance doors.
  • The distance from the entrance is 1m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This lift is an enclosed platform lift.
  • Enclosed Platform Lift View
    • The lift door has a low colour contrast.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
    • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 90cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 145cm (width) x 136cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
    • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
    • The lift has a separate door to exit.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Ground Floor - Magistrates Bar

  • Location and Access View
    • The Magistrates Bar is located on the ground floor, to the left of the lobby.
    • The most accessible route has a steep portable ramp (width less than 75cm).
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is open plan access.
  • Order and Payment View
    • This area has a bar where drinks can be ordered.
    • The bar was surveyed.
    • The bar is located to the left of the room.
    • There is step-free level access to the bar.
    • The height of the bar is 110cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the bar.
    • The bar has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The payment machine is portable.
  • Service View
    • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • The following are available: drinking straws.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is not space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
    • Some flooring is patterned.
    • Seating available in this area includes: armchairs, sofas and stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables and high tables.
    • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Ground Floor - Magistrates Ballroom

  • The room is located on the ground floor, to the left of the lobby.
  • The most accessible route to the room has a steep portable ramp.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The doors are easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 120cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The layout of the room including furniture varies depending on the function / event taking place.

Ground Floor - Fielding Room

  • The room is located on the ground floor, next to the Magistrates Bar.
  • The most accessible route to the room has a steep portable ramp.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • 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.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 83cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • The layout of the room including furniture varies depending on the function / event taking place.

Ground Floor - De Veil

  • The room is located on the ground floor, at the rear of the events corridor.
  • The most accessible route to the room has a steep portable ramp.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • 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.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • The height of the bar is 110cm.
  • The layout of the room including furniture varies depending on the function / event taking place.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the right of the lobby.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Standard Lift View
    • The lower ground floor to fourth floor can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift door has a medium colour contrast.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg.
    • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
    • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 89cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 150cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
    • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
    • The lift has a separate door to exit.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
    • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

Stairs (Ground to Lower Ground Floor)

  • The stairs are located next to the lobby.
  • The lower ground floor can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The step markings are not clearly visible.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 15cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
  • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.

Lower Ground Floor - Common Decency

  • The room is located on the lower ground floor, to the rear.
  • The most accessible route to the room has a slight ramp.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is an opening without doors.
  • The width of the opening is 160cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: armchairs, sofas, benches and high stools.
  • Some seating is fixed.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: tables and high tables.
  • None of the tables are fixed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.
  • The height of the bar is 110cm.

Toilet with Adaptations (Lower Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located at the rear of the lower ground floor corridor.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 83cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a medium colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 146cm (width) x 340cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 70cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 65cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has lever mixer taps.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 104cm from the floor.
    • There are paper towels for drying hands.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 94cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.