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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include student accommodation in 6 Blocks, with laundry facilities, help desk and communal hub (in the reception area).

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• Comments View
  • The room surveyed was bedroom 4, in Flat 27, in Block 2, which is on the fourth floor.

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Opening Times

• The venue is open 24hrs.

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Opening Times (Main Reception)

• Monday 08:30 - 17:30.
• Tuesday 08:30 - 17:30.
• Wednesday 08:30 - 17:30.
• Thursday 08:30 - 17:30.
• Friday 08:30 - 17:30.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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• Comments View
  • Out of hours assistance can be provided by campus security.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • New Bridge Street halls of residence is located on the A193 in the east of Newcastle city centre.
  • Limited parking is available at the halls of residence.
• By Bus View
  • New Bridge Street halls of residence is served by the number 12, 22, 39, 40, 62, 63, Blue Arrow 11 and Coaster 1 buses from the Newcastle Manors bus stop on New Bridge Street.
• By Train View
  • New Bridge Street halls of residence is approximately 1.5 miles from Newcastle Central Station, the city's main train station. Buses are available from the station to the campus.
• By Tram View
  • New Bridge Street halls of residence is approximately half a mile from the Manors metro station.
• Useful Links View
  • To see the university's webpage for travel and parking information please use this link.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on the Security Department please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0191 227 3999 (General) / 0191 227 3200 (Dedicated Emergency Line).
• Email: [email protected].
• Security staff are first aid trained and part of the fire response team. A free Safe Zone App is available to download to mobile phones for Staff and Students for quick response to emergency situations. Security staff are based in Sutherland House at the City Campus and in the Clinical Skills building at Coach Lane Campus.
• To see more information on Student Support and Wellbeing please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0191 227 4127.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Disability and Dyslexia Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0191 227 4127.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0191 349 5600.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0191 227 4209.
• Email: [email protected].
• Staff receive Disability Equality Training.

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located between the building blocks.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 355cm x 585cm (11ft 8in x 19ft 2in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 14m (15yd 11in) from the Block B.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does not have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Reception)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 101cm (3ft 4in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The width of the door opening is 82cm (2ft 8in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Reception (Main Reception)

• Main Reception is located on the ground floor of Block 2.
• The desk is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the reception entrance.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is ramped access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are medium.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is a bell to attract attention.
• The bell is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • There are sofas and chairs available in the main reception foyer.

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Outside Access (Laundry Room)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The card reader/lock is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is easy.

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Laundry Room

• The venue has a laundry room.
• The laundry room is located opposite the main reception entrance.
• There are 6 washing machines.
• The height to the top control of the washing machines is 95cm.
• There are 6 tumble driers.
• The height to the top control of the tumble driers is 95cm.
• The washing machines and tumble driers are controlled by Circuit.
• There is a Circuit machine in the laundry room.
• The height to the top control is 146cm.
• There is a Circuit top-up machine.
• The height to the top control is 147cm.

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Outside Access (Block 1 Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 83cm (2ft 9in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Comments View
  • There are similar entrances to Blocks 3-6.

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Outside Access (Block 2 Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 102cm (3ft 4in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 81cm (2ft 8in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located on the path leading from the Blue Badge bays to the entrance.
  • The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 4 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the main reception area.
• The lighting levels are medium.

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• Comments View
  • There are seated booths, comfortable seating in front of the TV, a microwave and small Kitchenette near the TV. There is an upright piano.
  • There are coffee tables and seating in the reception area.
  • Some of the seats have armrests.
  • The height of the coffee tables is 40cm. There are table and chairs, also with comfortable seating, tables are 70-72cm height. There is also a TV lounge area with low sofas.

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Other Floors (Block 2)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
  • The stairs are located in the main entrance lobby of Block B.
  • The stairs are approximately 8m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell from the first floor upwards.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • There are identical stairs in each block.

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Lift (Block 2)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear of the entrance lobby in Block B.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Block B entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 137cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 6in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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• Comments View
  • There are identical lifts in all of the accommodation blocks.

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Entrance (Flat 27)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the fourth floor of Block B.
  • There is step free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).

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Accommodation (Bedroom 4)

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 4 accessible accommodation facilities with an ensuite and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • This information refers to bedroom 4 in flat 27.
  • The accessible facilities are located on each floor.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • This is by lift.
  • The room number viewed was Room 4 in Flat 27.
  • The width of the door to the room is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 510cm x 265cm (16ft 9in x 8ft 8in).
  • The bed is 59cm high.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 4cm (2in).
  • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm in the room.
  • Other accessible facilities available in the bedroom are vibrating pillows on request and a flashing alarm.
  • Other accessible facilities available in the accommodation are a lowered desk.
• Accessible Bathroom View
  • The information relates to the ensuite.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 312cm x 250cm (10ft 3in x 8ft 2in).
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 87cm.
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 205cm (6ft 9in).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet pan the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There are mirrors.
  • The mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
• Bath and Shower View
  • There is not a bath.
• Wheel In Shower View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head height is adjustable.
  • The type of shower controls used are twist/turn.
  • The shower seat is flip-down.
  • The shower seat height is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There are handrails available for the shower.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible rooms View
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between external ensuite / bathroom door and wall is fair.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible bathroom View
  • The colour contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is good.
  • The colour contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Auxiliary Aids - General View
  • Some of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
  • Available auxiliary aids include flashing alarms and vibrating pillows.
  • Flashing fire alarms are in rooms.
  • Vibrating fire alarms are available on request.
  • The accommodation does not provide other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
  • There is / are 0 accessible room(s) with a bath.
  • There is / are 4 accessible room(s) with a wheel in shower.
• Ground Floor Rooms View
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
  • There is level access to standard rooms on other floors.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.

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Shared Kitchen Block B Flat 27

• The building has shared kitchen facilities.
• The shared kitchen surveyed is Flat 27 on the fourth floor of B Block.
• The door to the kitchen is single.
• The door opens away from you (push).
• The door is heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm.
• The height of the kitchen counters is 93cm.
• There is a lower counter.
• The height of the lower counter is 76cm.
• The kitchen has 2 sinks.
• The height of the higher sink is 93cm.
• The height of the lower sink is 76cm.
• The higher sink has twist/turn mixer taps.
• The lower sink has lever mixer taps.
• There is a hob on the lower counter.
• There are 2 cookers.
• The height to the top control on the lower cook is 104cm.
• The height to the top control on the standard cooker is 85cm.
• There is a microwave on the higher counter.
• The height to the top control is 120cm.
• There are 2 fridge/freezers.
• The height to the handles is 100cm.
• There is a dining table.
• The height to the dining table is 68cm.
• There are chairs at the dining table.
• The chairs do not have armrests.
• There is sofa style seating available.
• The sofas have armrests on either end.

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Accessible Toilet (Ground Floor Reception Block 2)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the entrance of the reception.
  • This accessible toilet is located across the lounge.
  • The accessible toilet is located straight ahead as you enter.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is not a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 174cm x 244cm (5ft 9in x 8ft).
  • There is not a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 168cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 124cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.