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Summary

• Q-Park - Oxford Street is an underground car park located underneath Cavendish Square Gardens, to the rear of John Lewis (Oxford Street).
• Services/facilities within the venue include a car wash, an electric charging point and toilet facilities.
• For the Oxford Street - Bond Street Station to Oxford Circus AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
• For the Regent Street North - Oxford Circus to Langham Place AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
• For the Cavendish Square Gardens AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).

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Getting Here (Oxford Street - Between Bond Street Station and Oxford Circus)

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• By Bus View
  • Bus routes 7, 94, 98, 113, 139, 159 and 390 travel along this section of Oxford Street.
    It is also served by night bus routes N7, N98, N113, N137 and N207.
    Only routes 98, 390, N98 and N207 travel the full length of Oxford Street.
    The number of bus routes and the location of the bus stops may change as part of the Oxford Street District improvement works.
    All London buses have ramp access and dedicated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • For more information on London buses (Transport for London) please click here (opens new tab).
• By Underground View
  • Bond Street Station is served by the Central Line and the Jubilee Line services.
    Bond Street Station has step-free access.
    The accessible step-free entrance (with lift) is on Marylebone Lane, off the north side of Oxford Street.
    The entrances to the south side of Oxford Street or within the West One Shopping Centre are accessed by steps or escalators only.
    Oxford Circus Station is served by the Central, the Bakerloo and the Victoria Line services.
    This station is accessed by steps only.
  • For more information on London Underground (Transport for London) please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • London Euston Station and London Charing Cross Station have step-free access to all platforms and staff available to assist with ramps between the platform and the train.
    When the new Elizabeth Line opens, there will be accessible stations at Tottenham Court Road and Bond Street.
  • For more information on access and facilities at London Euston Station please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on access and facilities at London Charing Cross Station please click here (opens new tab).
• By Road View
  • Oxford Street (A40) connects with Edgware Road (A5) and Park Lane (A4202) at Marble Arch, at its west end.
    At its east end, it connects with Tottenham Court Road / Charing Cross Road (A400).
    Regent Street (A4210) crosses the centre of Oxford Street at Oxford Circus.
    Oxford Street is in the Central London Congestion Charge Zone (charges apply Monday - Friday 07:00 -18:00).
    It is also in the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (charges apply at all times for non-compliant vehicles).
    Motor vehicles must not enter Oxford Street via Portman Street / Park Street or Oxford Circus between 07:00 and 19:00 on Monday to Saturday inclusive, except for taxis and buses.
    The definition “motor vehicles” therefore means that cycles and other pedal-powered devices are also exempt.
    Vehicles are banned from turning left from Orchard Street into Oxford Street between 07:00 and 19:00 on Monday to Saturday inclusive, except for taxis, buses and pedal cycles.
  • For more information on driving in London please click here (opens new tab).
  • Parking in the area is very limited and visitors are encouraged to use public transport.
    There is an underground car park with lift access and Blue Badge parking bays (Q-Park Oxford Street), located off Cavendish Square, north of Oxford Street.
    There are Blue Badge bays for 2 vehicles in Old Cavendish Street.
  • For more information on the Blue Badge Scheme and parking in London please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on where you can park with a disabled parking badge please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on applying for a disabled parking badge please click here (opens new tab).
  • London Black Cabs can be hailed in any location or summoned by phone.
    There are taxi ranks on the north side of Oxford Street, outside Debenhams and John Lewis.
• By River View
  • 6 TFL River Bus routes run from 22 piers between Putney and Woolwich.
    The nearest pier is Westminster.
    This is close to Westminster Underground Station on the Jubilee Line which connects to Bond Street Station.
    There is step-free access onto the river buses, except at 3 piers.
    Please see the TFL website for details.
  • For more information on London River Bus services please click here (opens new tab).
• By Air View
  • The nearest airports to central London are London City, London Gatwick and London Heathrow.
    London City Airport is connected to the centre by the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) to Bank or Tower Gateway, with interchanges to the rail and underground network at Canning Town and Stratford.
    From Gatwick Airport there are fast trains connecting to London Bridge Station.
    Heathrow Airport is connected by fast trains to Paddington Station and is also on the Piccadilly underground line.
  • For more information on travelling to London by air please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • Please use the TfL journey planner for details of the most suitable routes.
    The planner can be filtered by options such as step-free routes or maximum walking distances.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • The TfL website has links to the TfL accessibility guides, including large print maps and audio guides to order or download.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Multi-Storey Car Park

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• Parking View
  • The car park is located underneath Cavendish Square Gardens.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height of the restriction barrier is 195cm (6ft 5in).
  • The car park does have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is concrete.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays are located on level(s) -1 and -2 of the car park.
  • There is a total of 432 parking bays in the car park of which 7 are designated for the use of Blue Badge holders.
• Paying View
  • There are parking charges for the car park.
  • Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
  • To see the parking charges please click here (opens new tab).
  • Payment machines are located next to each exit.

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Multi-Storey Designated Parking Level (-1)

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• Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is/are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) on this level.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 290cm x 500cm (9ft 6in x 16ft 5in).
  • There is a 120cm marked zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • The dimensions of other designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) vary in size.
• Paying View
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment signs are located at the payment machines in the car park.
  • Payment term signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
  • Payment machines are located close to the Blue Badge parking bays on this level.
  • There is a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • There is a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
• Access from the Car Park View
  • There is a pedestrian exit located on this level of the car park.
  • The route to the pedestrian exit is accessible to a wheelchair unaided.
  • The pedestrian exit is clearly visible from the Blue Badge parking bays.
  • There are some marked walkways on this level to make routes safer for pedestrians.
  • There is wayfinding signage to show the route to the pedestrian exit.
  • The surface on the approach to the pedestrian exit is concrete.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 6m from the lift.
• Comments View
  • The ticket machines are located next to the Blue Badge parking bays and opposite the Cavendish Square lift.
  • The ticket machine buttons are 110cm high (for the ticket reader) and 130cm high (for the card reader).
  • The push button to exit is on the left and is 110cm high.

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Counter (Security and Information Counter - Level -1)

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located Level -1, opposite the Cavendish Square lift and the Blue Badge parking bays.
  • The counter is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the Cavendish Square lift.
  • The counter is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the counter.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are moderate to good.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.
  • The type of flooring in this area is concrete.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Level -1)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on Level -1, next to the vehicle entrance.
  • There is stepped access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 80m 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 wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are available in both the female and male toilets.
  • There is a flip down baby change table available.
  • The height of the baby change table is 90cm.

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Ramp(s) / Slope(s) and Step(s) (Standard Toilets Level -1)

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• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) located on the approach to the standard toilets, next to the vehicle exit.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 12cm.
  • 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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Car Park Pedestrian Exit(s) (Level -1)

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• Pedestrian Exit View
  • This information is for the pedestrian exit located on Level -1.
  • The pedestrian exit is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this exit.
  • The exit 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 110cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located on the approach to the exit.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located ahead as you exit.
  • There is/are 15+ step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going 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 both sides.
  • Handrails are 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.
• Comments View
  • For access when returning to the car park you must enter your ticket into the machine on the right as you face the doorway.
  • The car park entrance door will then unlock.
  • The ticket machine buttons are 110cm high (for the ticket reader) and 130cm high (for the card reader).
  • The push button to exit is on the left and is 110cm high.

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Other Floors (Level -1 Pedestrian Exit)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are for public use.
  • The stairs are located to the left as you face the Security and Information Counter on Level -1.
  • The stairs are approximately 6m from the exit.
  • There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are -1, -2 and -3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are 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 both sides.
  • Handrails are 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.

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Multi-Storey Designated Parking Level (-2)

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• Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is/are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) on this level.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 290cm x 500cm (9ft 6in x 16ft 5in).
  • There is a 120cm marked zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • The dimensions of other designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) vary in size.
• Paying View
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment signs are located at the payment machines in the car park.
  • Payment term signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
  • Payment machines are located close to the Blue Badge parking bays on this level.
  • There is a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • There is a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
• Access from the Car Park View
  • There is a pedestrian exit located on this level of the car park.
  • The route to the pedestrian exit is accessible to a wheelchair unaided.
  • The pedestrian exit is clearly visible from the Blue Badge parking bays.
  • There are some marked walkways on this level to make routes safer for pedestrians.
  • There is wayfinding signage to show the route to the pedestrian exit.
  • The surface on the approach to the pedestrian exit is concrete.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 6m from the lift.
• Comments View
  • The ticket machines are located next to the Blue Badge parking bays and opposite the Cavendish Square lift.
  • The ticket machine buttons are 110cm high (for the ticket reader) and 130cm high (for the card reader).
  • The push button to exit is on the left and is 110cm high.

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Car Park Pedestrian Exit(s) (Level -2)

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• Pedestrian Exit View
  • This information is for the pedestrian exit located on Level -2.
  • The pedestrian exit is not clearly signed.
  • There is stepped access at this exit.
  • The exit 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 110cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located beyond the exit.
  • There is/are 15+ step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going 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 both sides.
  • Handrails are 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.
• Comments View
  • For access when returning to the car park you must enter your ticket into the machine on the right as you face the doorway.
  • The car park entrance door will then unlock.
  • The ticket machine buttons are 110cm high (for the ticket reader) and 130cm high (for the card reader).
  • The push button to exit is on the left and is 110cm high.

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Other Floors (Level -2 Pedestrian Exit)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are for public use.
  • The stairs are located on Level -2.
  • The stairs are approximately 5m from the exit.
  • There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are -1, -2 and -3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are 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 both sides.
  • Handrails are 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.

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Ramp(s) / Slope(s) and Step(s) (Level -3 to Cavendish Square Lift)

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• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) located on Level -3.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the Cavendish Square lift.
  • There is/are 9 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
  • Handrails are 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 moderate to good.

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Lift (Cavendish Square - Accessible Exit)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is a standard 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, -1, -2 and -3.
• 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 low.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 175cm (3ft 7in x 5ft 9in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is 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 a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • For access when returning to the car park you must enter your ticket into the machine on the right as you face the lift.
  • The lift will then be called.
  • The ticket machine buttons are 110cm high (for the ticket reader) and 130cm high (for the card reader).