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Kimpton Fitzroy - Meetings and Events

1-8 Russell Square, Bloomsbury, London, WC1B 5BE

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Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
    • The toilet with adaptations is located near the base of the stairs by the internal entrance.
    • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
    • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located near the base of the stairs by the internal entrance.

Parking

  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • On-street Parking View
    • On-street standard parking is available.
    • Standard on-street parking is available on the north-west side of Russell Square.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is a public car park located on the B502.
    • The name of the car park is NCP London Brunswick Square.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.

Entrance (Main)

  • This entrance is located on Russell Square.
  • 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 via lift at the entrance.
  • The lift bypasses the steps.
  • There are 7 steps with a central handrail.
  • The handrail is easy to grip.
  • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail extends 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 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 200cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors, however one door is locked.
  • The second door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 98cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Lift (Main Entrance)

  • The lift surveyed is located in front of the main entrance.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The lift door opening width is 90cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 90cm (width) x 154cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual 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.
  • Staff at the main entrance need to be notified if the lift is required and they will operate it.

Lift (Main)

  • The lift surveyed is located opposite reception.
  • The distance from the entrance lift is 18m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • LG - 8 are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a low visual 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, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
  • The majority of the external controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 89cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 132cm (width) x 175cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
  • None of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

Getting Around The Building

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • Access throughout the building may include doors permanently held open.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high.
  • There is background noise.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available in resting areas includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas and high stools.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable in some areas.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

  • Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the lower ground floor, near the base of the stairs at the internal entrance.
    • The distance from the main lift is 31m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access, a lift and doors permanently held open.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens by sliding and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 82cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 145cm (width) x 215cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush in the centre of the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 42cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 57cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 76cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 128cm from the floor.
    • There are paper towels for drying hands.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is an unobstructed shelf.
    • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Room (Carrington and Grant)

  • The room is located on the lower ground floor, to the right after exiting the main lift.
  • The distance from the main lift is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and a lift.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 113cm.
  • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors opens outwards.
  • The width of the opening is 126cm.
  • 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.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system on request.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • The door information provided is for the main doors into the room itself.
    There are additional double doors to enter before reaching these main doors.
    These doors are manual, open away from you and have a minimum width of 133cm.
    The layout of the room and facilities in the room varies depending on the function or event taking place.

Room (Eliot)

  • The room is located on the lower ground floor, to the right after you exit the main lift.
  • The distance from the main lift is 18m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and a lift.
  • There is tactile and written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 110cm.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The width of the opening is 74cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system on request.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a water dispenser.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • This room is identical to other meeting rooms known as the Moore and Foster rooms.
    The layout of the room and facilities in the room varies depending on the function or event taking place.

Room (Woolf)

  • The room is located on the lower ground floor, to the left and at the end of the corridor after exiting the main lift.
  • The distance from the main lift is 48m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and a lift.
  • There is tactile and written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 113cm.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The width of the opening is 74cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system on request.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • This room is similar to the Keynes room and the Bell room.
    The layout of the room and facilities in the room varies depending on the function or event taking place.