You are on Introduction. Skip to the next section.

Introduction

• There are numerous services located off the Emily Wilding Davison Building foyer. These include the Library, the Student Shop and the Café.
• The Santander Branch is located on the left hand side of the building but cannot be accessed from within the rest of the Emily Wilding Davison Building.
• Related link Emily Wilding Davison Building Library.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/emily-wilding-davison-building-library
• Related link Emily Wilding Davison Building - Café on the Square.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/emily-wilding-davison-building-cafe-on-the-square
• Related link Emily Wilding Davison - Student Shop and Santander.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/emily-wilding-davison-student-shop-and-santander

You are on Getting Here. Skip to the next section.

Getting Here

Collapse all Expand all

• By Road View
  • From the M25, exit at junction 13 and follow the A30 towards the Egham bypass. Following this road, continue straight across the first roundabout you encounter and continue on the road, following signs for Royal Holloway University. The entrance is off the A30 on the left as you approach, clearly signposted.
  • There is a site/campus car park available for permit holders only.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop in front of the entrance to the university, along the A30. The bus services that run from this stop are 8, 441, 500, RH1, RH2 and RH3.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Egham. From here you can get a bus or taxi to the university. For buses, use services RH1 or RH3.

You are on Building Parking. Skip to the next section.

Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

Collapse all Expand all

• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Car Park 12.
  • The car park is located to the North East of the Founders Building.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • As well as Car Park 12 there are alternate car parks located around the campus.

You are on Site/Campus Car Park (12). Skip to the next section.

Site/Campus Car Park (12)

Collapse all Expand all

• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the front left of the Founders Building.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Founders Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 370cm x 490cm (12ft 2in x 16ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by visitors, permit holders and staff permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• 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 Campus.
  • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Campus.

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

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is step free 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.
  • 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 single.
  • The width of the door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).
• Comments View
  • There are also two sets of rotating doors which have a width of 100cm. These do not require a keycard for access.
    
  • When approaching from Founders Square or the Windsor Building there is either ramped or stepped access, as shown in the photographs.

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

Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building opposite the Arts Building.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 200cm (6ft 7in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• 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 3 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are in the centre of the step(s).

You are on Getting Around (Foyer). Skip to the next section.

Getting Around (Foyer)

Collapse all Expand all

• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building.
  • There are not doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written and pictorial directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does play background music.
  • Music is played in the Café area.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Comments View
  • The foyer area flooring is shiny and may appear slippery.

You are on Reception (Premise's Managers Reception). Skip to the next section.

Reception (Premise's Managers Reception)

• Premise's Managers Reception is located next to the library entrance barriers.
• The desk is 14m (15yd 11in) 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 bright.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is not staffed.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.

Collapse all Expand all

• Comments View
  • The reception can be accessed off the foyer as shown in photograph 1 or just beyond the library entrance barriers as shown in photograph 2.
  • The reception is not generally staffed or in use.

You are on Reception (Student Services Centre). Skip to the next section.

Reception (Student Services Centre)

• Student Services Centre is located in the main foyer toward the front of the building.
• The desk is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Clear signage for the reception area is visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are good.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 10/01/2024.
• The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.

Collapse all Expand all

• Comments View
  • There are four private meeting rooms to the right of the reception, as shown in the photographs.

You are on Opening Times (Student Services Centre). Skip to the next section.

Opening Times (Student Services Centre)

• Monday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

You are on Reception (Enterprise and Careers Hub). Skip to the next section.

Reception (Enterprise and Careers Hub)

• Careers and Employability Service is located to the rear of the foyer.
• The desk is 28m (30yd 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 good.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 10/01/2024.
• The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
• There is a touch screen.

Collapse all Expand all

• Comments View
  • There are booths and armchairs available for students, staff and visitors to the Hub.

You are on Exhibition Gallery. Skip to the next section.

Exhibition Gallery

• The exhibition centre is free and is located off the foyer.
• The exhibition changes regularly throughout the year.
• It houses numerous pieces of art.

You are on Accessible Toilet. Skip to the next section.

Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located between the entrance foyer and the café area.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 220cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
  • There is 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not 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 disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 105cm and 145cm 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.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 85cm.
• 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 bright.

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

Standard Toilet(s)

Collapse all Expand all

• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A shared standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located in the café area.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 25m from the main entrance.
  • There is not a/are not cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.
  • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.
• Comments View
  • There are several cubicles located here one of which has a baby change at a height of 90cm. This can be seen in photograph 2.