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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; Classrooms, Academic Offices, a Library, Seminar Rooms, Meeting Rooms, Breakout Areas, a Dining Room and Conference Facilities.
  • Services / Facilities within the grounds include; an Italian Garden and Parkland.
  • South Wing Conference Facilities link (new tab) - click here.
  • Residency Building link (new tab) - click here.
  • Italian Garden link (new tab) - click here.
  • Main Building link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor (left transfer).
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor (ramped access).
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor (stepped access).
  • Shared standard toilet facilities are located on the second floor; on the rear stairs third floor (staff only).
  • Baby changing facilities are located in the female toilet facilities on the ground floor.

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Administration Office please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0131 663 1921.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Support For Learning please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0131 663 1921 extension: 230.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0131 663 1921.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Newbattle Abbey Functions and Conferences please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0131 663 1921.
• Email: [email protected].

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • From the south, travel towards Edinburgh on the A7.
    On arriving at Newtongrange, bear right onto the B703 Main Street. Continue through Newtongrange and continue for approximately 4 miles on the B703 Newbattle Road.
    The drive to the college is on the right.
    From the A720 Edinburgh By-pass Sherriffhall Roundabout junction with the A7 and take the A7 south.
    At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto the B6392 Gilmerton Rd and continue on the B6392 through one roundabout.
    At the second roundabout continue straight across onto the B703 Newbattle Road and go southeast 0.7 miles through one roundabout.
    The drive to the college is on the left.
  • There is parking for visitors, including Blue Badge parking bays, in front of the main building.
    There is additional and student parking to the side in front of Block C.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • From the bus station in Edinburgh, or the bus stop on North Street by Waverley Station, take the Borders Bus X95 and request that the Driver alerts you at the Newbattle Abbey College stop in front of the College Gate.
  • For more information on Border Bus X95 and the route timetable please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Eskbank.
  • Eskbank Station is located on the Edinburgh to Tweedbank Borders line.
    Eskbank Station is 2.0km (1.3 miles) west of the college by foot.
    This is a Category A station and has step-free access to a single platform.
    The station is unstaffed but there are accessible ticket machines on the platform.
    There are no ramps to access the trains at the station.
  • For more information on services and facilities at Eskbank Station please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on local and national train services to Edinburgh and Eskbank please click here (opens new tab).

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Site/Campus Car Park

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located in front and to the left side of the main building.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the main building and residency 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.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 225cm x 466cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 120cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by staff, students, visitors and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
• 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.
  • The nearest designated bay is 35m (38yd 10in) from the Courtyard Entrance.
  • The standard parking bays are on compacted gravel.
    The main park is tarmac. There is additional parking for staff and students to the rear left of the main building by the rear entrance (photographs 8 and 9), and to the rear of the Peter Wright Hut (photographs 10 to 12).
• Comments View
  • There is parking for visitors to the grounds and parkland to the left as you enter the site via The Gatehouse entrance on the road.

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Outside Access (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 reception and mezzanine only.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'NEWBATTLE ABBEY COLLEGE - PLEASE RING'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 71cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 69cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a sign above the bell saying "Please ring for assistance".
    The accessible entrance to the building is in The Courtyard but assistance is required for entry.
• Lift View
  • There is no wheelchair access beyond the reception.
    Wheelchair access to the main building is via The Courtyard Entrance, please press the bell at the main entrance for assistance.

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Outside Access (Courtyard Gate)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located between the Main building and Residency Building.
  • This entrance gives access to The Courtyard.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 100cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the gate.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the ramp.
• Lift View
  • There is also a slight slope beyond the gate within The Courtyard.

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Approach (Courtyard)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• Step(s) View
  • The Courtyard slopes in three directions depending on which entrance you are using.
    The Courtyard is accessed through The Courtyard Gate from the car park.

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Outside Access (Courtyard Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the left side of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor, Crypt area and stairs and lift to other floors.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 135cm (4ft 5in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key fob reader is 105cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm.
  • 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 edge of the floormat internally.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear left side of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to Domestic and Catering Staff Office and The Residency Building link entrance.
  • 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.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 154cm (5ft 1in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key fob reader is 107cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • 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 in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 121cm (3ft 12in).

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Entrance (Residency Link Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor of the Residency Building near the Main Building Rear Entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to the Rear Staff Corridor, Rear Entrance and Dining Room.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Staff Only'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • This entrance is an accessible link to the Dining Room and it is locked between the hours of midnight and 07:00.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located on the right as you enter the main entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the main 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 moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 97cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is a/are quick check in system(s) available.
  • The touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 100cm and 115cm.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet and wood.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There is armchair seating in the waiting area.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
  • The Reception gives stepped access only to the main staircase and Mezzanine level.

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Step(s) (Reception)

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• Stepped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a/are step(s) located at the rear of the Reception area.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the half landing of the main staircase.
  • There is/are 3 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
  • There is sloped/ramped access to The Armoury, The Bunker, The Arbroath Room and ground floor Female Toilets.
  • There is stepped access to the ground floor Male Toilets, The Chapel and all rooms on the third floor.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and wood.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
• 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 Quiet Room is located in room 211 on the second floor, to the right out of the lift at the far rear right of the building.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
  • There is a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • There is a hearing loop in room 201.
  • 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 28/07/2022.
  • The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.

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Step(s) (Dining Room Corridor)

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• Stepped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a/are step(s) located in the corridor to the Dining Room from The Crypt.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the rear corridor and Dining Room.
  • There is/are 4 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
  • There is a platform lift to overcome the step(s).

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Rear Corridor)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located at the entrance to the rear corridor from The Crypt.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the rear corridor, The Bunker, Armoury and Dining Room.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is 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 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are low to moderate.
• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 2 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located in the rear corridor.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the Dining Room.
  • 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 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 3 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located along the rear corridor.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the Dining Room.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • 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).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (The Armoury)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located on the ground floor off the rear corridor to the rear right.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the Armoury Room.
  • 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 123cm (4ft).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Arbroath Room and Female Toilet)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located on the right at the far end of The Crypt as you enter via The Courtyard entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access The Arbroath Room (classroom) and female standard toilets.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 123cm (4ft).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
  • There are waste bins that limit the circulation space at the top of the lift.
• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 2 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located on the right at the far end of The Crypt as you enter via The Courtyard entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the female standard toilets.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
  • This ramp is on the right at the top of the ramped level change 1 above.

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Other Floors (Main Stairs)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located in The Great Hall, on the right as you enter via the Courtyard Entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 25m from the Courtyard Entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the landing level from Reception.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G, L, 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 between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do not 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 provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.
• Other Information View
  • The area(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are The Mezzanine from Reception, and all rooms on the third floor.
  • The main stairs are directly ahead as you enter via the main entrance, up the steps at the rear of Reception.
    The main stairs to the upper floors stairs from the first to second floors are to the left as you enter the first floor landing.
    Access to the third floor is via the rear stairs only.
• Comments View
  • There are additional fire escape stairs at the rear of the building.

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Other Floors (Main Stairs - Upper Floors)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the left through the door as you enter the first floor from the main stairs.
  • The stairs are approximately 15m from the main stairs.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are 1, 2.
  • 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 steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
  • Handrails are not 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 provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Other Floors (Rear (Green) Stairs)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are for staff only.
  • The stairs are located at the rear of the building off the Dining Room corridor.
  • The stairs are approximately 2m from the lift.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the upper ground floor, on the first floor, on the second floor and on the third floor.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are UG, 1, 2, 3.
  • 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 steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are 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 provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.
• Other Information View
  • The room(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are all rooms on the third floor.
  • There are additional spiral fire escape stairs at the rear of the building.

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Lift

• The lift is located to the rear of the ground floor just off the Dining Room corridor.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the Courtyard entrance.
• The lift is a platform 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 G, UG, 1, 2 (0, 1, 2, 3).
• The weight limit for the lift is 400kg - approximately 5 persons.
• There is a heavy single door that may be difficult to open to the Dining Room corridor and lift.
• 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 not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 151cm x 110cm (4ft 11in x 3ft 7in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not 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 have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.

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Eating and Drinking (Dining Room)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the refectory.
  • The refectory is located on the ground floor at the rear of the building.
  • There is step-free access, via lift, to the refectory.
  • For access there are double manual doors which are permanently held open.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; menu boards and online menus.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 89cm.
  • The height of the tray counter/rail is 87cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a table which is prioritised to give access to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 70cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • The type of flooring in this area is wood.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The first table on the right as you enter the dining room is prioritised for wheelchair use.

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Entrance (Chapel)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor to the right as you enter via the courtyard entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to the chapel.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 59cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located just beyond the entrance.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 7cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.

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Chapel

• The chapel is located on the ground floor, to the right of the crypt as you enter via The Courtyard Entrance.
  
• The lighting in the chapel is varied and colour contrasts are good and there is a heavily patterned wooden flooring which is also shiny in parts.
  
• There is seating without armrests within the chapel.
  
• There is an additional unmarked medium step up to the altar that is 17cm deep.

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Opening Times (Library (Term Time Only))

• Monday 09:00 - 23:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 23:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 23:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 23:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 23:00.
• Saturday 09:00 - 23:00.
• Sunday 09:00 - 23:00.

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Entrance (Library)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the first floor to the left as you exit the lift.
  • This entrance gives access to The Library.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'LIBRARY'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 95cm.
  • During opening hours the door may be held open.

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Library

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• Library Circulation View
  • There is step-free access, via lift, within the library.
  • The type of flooring in the library is wood.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
• Self Service Machines View
  • There is not a/are no self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
• Library Services View
  • This library is able to provide material in the following formats: large print.
  • There are reading/study desks available.
  • The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 68cm in height.
  • There are no height adjustable desks available.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • Auxiliary aids are not available.
  • Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Ergonomic Chairs.
  • A member of staff is not available to provide assistance.
  • 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.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer Space)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor off the dining room corridor next to the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the Courtyard Entrance.
  • 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 and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
  • 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.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is low.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 193cm x 202cm (6ft 4in x 6ft 8in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 133cm from floor level.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button 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 poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • 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 not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot 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 are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides 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 100cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
• Comments View
  • There is a rubber threshold strip across the doorway with a small lip.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The male toilet is located on the ground floor on the far right as you enter via The Courtyard Entrance.
  • There is stepped access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 30m from the Courtyard Entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female toilet is located on the ground floor on the far right as you enter via The Courtyard Entrance.
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 45m from the Courtyard Entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities 2 View
  • Baby change facilities are available in the female toilets.
  • There is a flip down baby change table available .
  • The height of the baby change table is 92cm.

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Step(s) (Ground Floor - Male Toilets)

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• Stepped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a/are step(s) located in the Male Toilets.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the Male Toilets.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Second Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located on the second floor to the left as you exit the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m from the lift.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text 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 moderate to good.
  • There is a similar shared toilet facility on the rear staircase at third floor level, but with stepped access only (photographs 5 and 6).