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Ballymena Campus - Library

Northern Regional College, Trostan Avenue, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7BN

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Introduction

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    • The Learning Resource Centre is located on the ground floor of the Trostan Avenue Building.

Opening Times

  • Monday 09:00 - 20:00.
  • Tuesday 09:00 - 20:00.
  • Wednesday 09:00 - 20:00.
  • Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
  • Friday 09:00 - 16:00.

Location

  • The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
  • This venue is situated in Ballymena.
  • The nearest mainline station is Ballymena.
  • There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

Parking

  • The venue does have its own car park.
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 380cm x 470cm (12ft 6in x 15ft 5in).
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    • Designated parking bays are not clearly marked.
    • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
    • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
    • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
    • The car park surface is tarmac.
    • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
    • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
    • There is not a designated drop off point.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is not level access into the venue.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 156cm (5ft 1in).
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    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
    • The door(s) is / are double.
    • The width of the door opening is 156cm (5ft 1in).

Outside Access (LRC Entrance)

  • This information is for the entrance located in the main reception foyer.
  • There is level access into the venue.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
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    • The automatic doors are push pad activated.
    • The door(s) is / are single.
    • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
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    • There are security barriers immediately beyond the entrance.
    • The width between barriers is 85cm.
    • There is an identical exit next to the entrance.

Reception

  • The desk/counter is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the LRC entrance.
  • There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.

Inside Access

  • There is level access to the service(s).
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.

Library

  • There is an ordering service.
  • The library does have computers with accessible software.
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    • Auxiliary aids such as a large text keyboard, a large rollerball mouse or height adjustable desk could be provided for students through Student Services.
    • Accessible software includes Dolphin.

Toilet with Adaptations

  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor of the Trostan Avenue Building.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor of the Trostan Avenue Building.

Additional Info

  • Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
  • Documents can be requested in Braille.
  • Documents can be requested in large print.
  • A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
  • This service can be requested.