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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Information Systems Department on the first floor.
  Finance, Admissions and Marketing on the second floor.

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Getting Here (City Campus)

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• By Road View
  • The City Campus is located north west of the city centre of Nottingham.
    The M1 passes close to the west of the city, the A42 / M42 link to the south-west of the city, and the A1(M) to the east of the city.
    When using the M1 from the north, exit at Junction 26 and take the A610 Nuthall Road / Alfreton Road into the city.
    When using the M1 from the south, use Junction 24 and follow the A453 into the city centre.
  • University car parks on the City Campus are not open to visitors, but there are a number of public car parks nearby.
    The following website gives details on car parking within Nottingham - https://www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/information-for-residents/transport-parking-and-streets/parking-and-bus-lanes.
    Parking for people with disabilities will be accommodated on the campus if possible.
    The Park and Ride tram service with sites around Nottingham is particularly convenient and popular with visitors.
• By Bus View
  • Bus route Go2 Uni 4 links the University City and Clifton Campuses. The bus terminates on Burton Street (Stop T7).
    Buses stop outside the Newton Building on South Sherwood Street at NTU City Campus (Stop G1) - Centrelink, L14, Rainbow one, two and night bus N4.
    Buses stop outside the Newton Building on South Sherwood Street at NTU City Campus (Stop G2) - 28, 30, 31, 35, 36, L2, L5, L7, L10 and night bus N28.
• By Train View
  • Nottingham station is located approximately one mile from our City Campus, which can then be accessed on foot, by tram or by bus.
    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.
• By Tram View
  • The Nottingham Express Transit (NET) tram stops on Goldsmith Street outside the Chaucer building and the Boots Library, providing a link to Nottingham railway station and the Broadmarsh Bus Station redevelopment.
    There are several park and ride stops along the route with parking when visiting the University.
    The Phoenix Park's park and ride site is close to Junction 26 of the M1, and the Forest Park's park and ride site is near to the city centre.
    The trams network is fully accessible with fully accessible tram stop platforms, low floor access to trams, high colour contrast floor finishes, electronic signs and audible announcements, dedicated wheelchair spaces and Blue Badge parking at the park and ride sites on the tram network.
• 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).
  • For details on the Nottingham Express Transit (NET) tram services please use the following 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 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.

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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 type is underground.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
  • 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 concrete.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
• 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.
• Comments View
  • There are 19 allocated bays in the City Gate Car Park.
    
  • This car park requires key card access.

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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 off Tollhouse Hill.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is 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.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 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 slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• Comments View
  • There is an adjacent large, manual, revolving door.

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Reception (Building Reception)

• Building Reception is located to the left as you enter.
• The desk is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are moderate to good.
• The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is not signed.
• Staff are not trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• There is a touch screen.

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• Comments View
  • The touch screen is used to sign in employees, contractors and guests.
  • The touch screen can be seen in photograph 2.

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Outside Access (Blend at East West)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the right side of the building off Tollhouse Hill.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) both ways.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 202cm (6ft 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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Lift (Blend at East West)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right of the building reception.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 280Kg.
• The lift is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• The lift door is manual, opens outwards and is easy to open.
• The dimensions of the lift are 89cm x 139cm (2ft 11in x 4ft 7in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does 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 moderate to good.

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Level Change (Blend at East West Entrance)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the right of the reception.
• There is/are 5 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Eating and Drinking (Blend at East West)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the café.
  • The café is located ahead and to the right as you enter from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access, via lift, to the café.
• 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.
  • 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.
  • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are not available.
  • This area does play background music.
  • Background music is played at all times.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 111cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 69cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 73cm.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 73cm.
  • There are also coffee tables, high tables, sofas, booths and high stools.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 24cm.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 110cm.
  • Some tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.
  • Photographs 10-13 show the seating on the mezzanine floor.
    The mezzanine is accessed via a staircase.

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Other Floors (Blend at East West - Mezzanine)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground floor and mezzanine.
  • The stairs are located at the rear of the Cafe.
  • The stairs are approximately 11m from the Blend at East West entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Other Floors (Main Staircase)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
  • The stairs are located ahead as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 9m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • There are similar staircases at the side of the building.
    The similar staircase can be seen in photographs 5 and 6.

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Lift (Building Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead and to the left as you enter the building.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1050kg.
• The lift is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 108cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 194cm x 122cm (6ft 4in x 4ft).
• 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 enhancement 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 moderate to good.

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Entrance (First Floor)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the first floor ahead and to the right as you exit the lifts.
  • There is step free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 145cm (4ft 9in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 152cm (4ft 12in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).

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Entrance (Second Floor)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right as you exit the lift on the second floor.
  • There is step free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 152cm (4ft 12in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 152cm (4ft 12in).
• Comments View
  • There are two similar entrances on the second floor, the left entrance accesses Finance and the right entrance access Admissions and Marketing (shown in photographs 3 and 4).

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • There are multiple mixed seating areas throughout the venue with a mix of bench, sofa, chair and stools with and without arm rests.
    
  • There is a kitchenette area on each level with counters and tables 98cm and 71cm high.

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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Accessible toilet facilities are located in the lift lobby, to the right as you exit the lift on the first and second floors.
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located in the lift lobby, to the right as you exit the lift on the first and second floors.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (2nd Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located in the lift lobby, to the right as you exit the lift on the second floor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 153cm x 200cm (5ft x 6ft 7in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 107cm 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 sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the right.
  • 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 good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 115cm and 185cm from the floor.
• 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 wall which acts as a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can 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 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • 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 good.
  • 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 93cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the second floor to the right as you exit the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 8m from the lift.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 85cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.