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The Plowden Lounge - The Plowden Building

London Business School, Regent's Park, NW1 4SA

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Access To

  • The Plowden Lounge is located within the Plowden Building, on the right after the main entrance.
  • View information on The Plowden Building (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access in the Lounge.
  • There is a single automatic door which opens by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 133cm.
  • The door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 130cm.
  • There are also numerous external entrances into the Plowden Lounge off the Quadrangle between the Plowden Building and the Ratcliffe Building.
  • There are single manual doors which open towards you.
  • The width of the openings is 92cm.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 128cm.
  • There are short slight or steep slopes at the thresholds of these doorways.
  • There is level access at the external entrance nearest the service counter.

Eating and Drinking

  • Service View
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, self service counters, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and designated seating.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menus are available on a board, digital and displayed on the counter.
    • 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, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located at the far end of the Lounge from the entrance.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 91cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs, sofas, benches and high stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and high tables.
    • Some chairs and tables are fixed.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
    • There is additional seating on the level 1.
    • There is only stepped access to the level 1 seating area from within the Lounge.
    • Step-free access to the level 1 seating area is available via the main lifts.