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Library

Newbattle Abbey College, Newbattle Road, Dalkeith, EH22 3LL

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  • The library is located on the first floor at the front left of the Main Building.
  • View information on Main Building (opens new tab).
  • The distance from the lift is 12m.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to enter.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 94cm.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.

Library

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • The flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this library includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the library includes: tables and long tables.
  • Some tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • This library is able to provide material in the following formats: large print.
  • The library is generally unstaffed. Books are borrowed on an honour basis by filling out a white borrowing slip and retaining a yellow receipt slip.