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Introduction

• The History of Science Museum has a collection of the world's finest early scientific instruments from Europe and the Islamic World, including sundials and astrolabes.
  More modern objects include microscopes, scientific models, photographic and wireless equipment and a blackboard bearing calculations by Albert Einstein.
  There is lift access to the basement galleries including the special exhibition gallery, which is suitable for disabled visitors.
  It is not suitable for children's pushchairs.
  The lift can be accessed in the Sheldonian Yard through the gate to the left of the museum.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Oxford.

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 255cm x 650cm (8ft 4in x 21ft 4in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located in Broad Street, to the right as you face the venue.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 248cm x 535cm (8ft 2in x 17ft 7in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located in Broad Street, to the right as you face the venue.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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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 venue.
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 154cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located leading to the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located leading up to the entrance.
  • There is/are 16 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Lift (Accessible Access to Basement Gallery Level)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the left, outside of the building.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are Street Level to Basement Gallery.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 125cm x 195cm (4ft 1in x 6ft 5in).
• 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 controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.

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• Comments View
  • This exterior lift gives access to the basement gallery level.
  • To use this lift, a member of staff must be notified so that they can escort you and send the lift down.
  • There is a door at the lower level of the lift that has an opening width of 90cm and is always opened by a member of staff.

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Route from Lift to Basement Gallery Entrance

• The lift is 8m from the Basement Gallery entrance.
• The pathway leading to the entrance from the lift has a surface of concrete paving slabs that can be uneven in places.
• The path is 110cm wide.
• There is a slight slope towards the end of the path.

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Outside Access (Basement Gallery Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at basement level.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 90cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• Comments View
  • This door can only be opened by a member of staff and can only be held open for 30 seconds before an alarm goes off.
  • This entrance is specifically for visitors that come down in the external lift.
  • There will always be a member of staff to assist with opening the door.

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Reception (Reception / Gift Shop Counter)

• The desk/counter is 2m (2yd 7in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • The reception is also the counter for the gift shop.

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Level Change (Steps to Staircase from Main Entrance)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located ahead beyond the main entrance.
• There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are not welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are medium.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are the Basement Gallery, Entrance Gallery and Top Gallery.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are not 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.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Other View
  • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the basement and top galleries from the main entrance.
• Comments View
  • The basement gallery is accessible via the lift outside of the venue.

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Museum

• Exhibits can be audio described.
• Tactile signage for exhibits is not available.
• Braille signage for exhibits is not available.
• Touch tours are not available.
• Video tours are not available.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are not available.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are not available.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service cannot be requested.