You are on Introduction. Skip to the next section.

Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include The Equestrian Centre. A 60 x 40 metres with a Prowax sand riding surface. It includes a seating gallery area capable of seating 279 people for events or to observe training and research in comfort.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include an outdoor riding school and stables.
• Equestrian Locker Room link (new tab) - click here.
• Equestrian Office and Classroom link (new tab) - click here.

You are on Rooms and Spaces Links. Skip to the next section.

Rooms and Spaces Links

Collapse all Expand all

• Space(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Equestrian Centre Mary King Arena (Ride 1) - Competition Arena please click here (new tab)

You are on Getting Here (Brackenhurst Campus). Skip to the next section.

Getting Here (Brackenhurst Campus)

Collapse all Expand all

• By Road View
  • Brackenhurst is located about 14 miles north of Nottingham’s city centre.
    
    From the North Exit the M1 at junction 28 and head towards Mansfield along the A38.
    Turn right to follow the A617 towards Newark then turn right again onto the A612 towards Southwell.
    Pass the Minster on your left and turn left at the mini roundabout; keeping the Minster on your left.
    Then take the A612 on the left. Brackenhurst is located around a mile from here on the left.
    
    From the South Exit the M1 at junction 24 and follow the A453 Nottingham South, past the University’s Clifton Campus.
    Follow the A52 Nottingham ring road onto the A6011 then turn right onto the A612 for approximately ten miles.
    Brackenhurst Campus is on the right-hand side of the road.
    
    From the West Follow the A52 Nottingham Ring Road onto the A6011 then turn right onto the A612 for approximately ten miles.
    Brackenhurst is located on the righthand side of the road.
    
    From the East Head along either the A1, A46 or A17 to Newark, then the A617 towards Mansfield, before turning onto the A612 to Southwell.
    Pass the Minster and turn left at the mini roundabout; keeping the Minster on your left.
    After a short while turn left, following the A612.
    Brackenhurst is approximately a mile from here, on the left.
  • Parking is available in the Bramley car park (post code for sat nav: NG25 0QF).
    Additional parking is available adjacent to the cricket pitch, by the Glasshouse complex, off Crink Lane and by the Equestrian Centre.
• By Bus View
  • Use bus service Pathfinder 100 from King Street, which is located in the Old Market Square, Nottingham.
    Buses leave around every 20 minutes and the journey takes about 45 minutes.
    Bus route Pathfinder 100 links the University Brackenhurst Campus with Southwell and Nottingham City Centre.
    The bus stops on Nottingham Road opposite Bramley for Southwell (Stop ID: ntsdpdmw) and on the campus side for Nottingham (Stop ID: ntsdpatm).
• By Train View
  • Nottingham railway station is located near Nottingham city centre.
    On arrival take the tram from terminus next to the station to the Old Market Square.
    Catch the Pathfinder 100 bus from King Street off Old Market Square.
    Nottingham station has step free access to the station.
    There are lifts to platforms from station front.
    Wheelchairs are available and there are portable ramps available to access trains.
• Useful Links View
  • For details of bus services in Nottingham, including details of using bus services and accessibility, please use the following link to the Nottingham City Transport website:.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For details on Nottingham train station please use the following link:.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

You are on Useful Information. Skip to the next section.

Useful Information

• To see more information on Student Support Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: +44 (0)115 848 6060.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Student Services Centres (SSC) at NTU offer you a wide range of support and advice to help you get the most out of university life.
  We have SSC Advisers located at City, Clifton and Brackenhurst campuses, who can provide support with: enrolment, card services, accommodation, wellbeing, financial support and referrals to Student Support Services, plus lots more.
• To see more information on Accommodation Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: +44 (0)115 848 2894.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Student Accommodation Support Service offers support and advice for all of your accommodation needs whether you choose to live in university accommodation, private halls of residence or accredited shared housing.
  University accommodation can be booked online from Spring onwards and is usually home to undergraduate students. However, returning students and postgraduates are also welcome.
• To see more information on Disability Support Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: +44 (0)115 848 2085.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Disability Support Service coordinates support and access arrangements for disabled students and students with specific learning difficulties.
  Members of the Disability Support Service team work with academic staff, other university services and external agencies to meet individual access requirements.
• To see more information on Main Reception and Enquiries please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: +44 (0)115 941 8418.

You are on Building Parking (Equestrian Centre). Skip to the next section.

Building Parking (Equestrian Centre)

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

Collapse all Expand all

• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by staff and students.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located between the Equestrian Centre Office and Classroom, Arena and Locker Rooms.
  • 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) markings are faded.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 360cm x 600cm (11ft 10in x 19ft 8in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Equestrian Office and Classroom main entrance.
  • 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 car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Equestrian Car Park.
  • The car park is located adjacent to the outside arena.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

You are on Site/Campus Car Park (Equestrian Centre). Skip to the next section.

Site/Campus Car Park (Equestrian Centre)

Collapse all Expand all

• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the right as you enter the Equestrian area through the automatic gate on Brackenhurst Lane.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Equestrian Centre Mary King Arena.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is loose chippings.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by anybody.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the Equestrian Centre buildings.
  • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Equestrian Centre buildings.

You are on Outside Access (Pedestrian Access). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Pedestrian Access)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • 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 87cm (2ft 10in).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located immediately beyond the entrance.
  • There is / are 1 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are shallow (2cm - 10cm).
  • The steps do not have handrails.

You are on Outside Access (Accessible Pedestrian Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Accessible Pedestrian Entrance)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) by sliding.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 360cm (11ft 10in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

You are on Outside Access (Riders Livery Yard Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Riders Livery Yard Entrance)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the Livery Yard side of the arena, to the right.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) both ways.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 170cm (5ft 7in).
• 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.
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives access to the rear of the indoor competition arena directly for horse and rider.

You are on Outside Access (Arena Rear Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Arena Rear Entrance)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building,.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) by sliding.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 400cm (13ft 1in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) both ways.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are light.
  • The width of the door opening is 360cm (11ft 10in).
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives access to the rear of the indoor competition arena directly for horse and riders.

You are on Arena Spectator Area. Skip to the next section.

Arena Spectator Area

• The arena and spectator areas are separated by a barrier.
• The spectator area is located immediately in front and to the left of the accessible pedestrian entrance.
• The flooring in the arena is waxed sand or earth and is uneven in places.
• Designated wheelchair spaces are located behind the barriers opposite the accessible pedestrian access. The view from this area may be limited.
• There is staggered seating with drop down seats to the left as you enter.
• The steps clearly marked, medium height and without handrails.

You are on Accessible Toilet(s). Skip to the next section.

Accessible Toilet(s)

• There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
• The nearest accessible toilet(s) is/are located in the Equestrian Centre Locker Room.

You are on Standard Toilet(s). Skip to the next section.

Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are not available.
• The nearest standard toilet(s) is/are located in the Equestrian Centre Locker Room.