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Getting To and Around Selwyn College

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• Arriving By Car or Bike View
  • Selwyn College is located to the west of Cambridge city centre. The vehicle entrance to the College is located in Grange Road. There are various Park and Ride schemes for people who would prefer to not drive into central Cambridge.
  • Students are generally not permitted to use cars in the immediate locality unless given permission based on specific requirements. The main parking area is located off Grange Road. There is also a car park outside the main entrance which is reserved for Fellows. Students with disabilities may be able to arrange for a parking permit with the College. Visitors with disabilities are advised to contact the College in advance and a parking space will be reserved.
  • Cycling is a popular form of transport in Cambridge. The city is relatively flat and there is an extensive network of cycle routes. At Selwyn College there are many sheltered cycle stands available next to the Old Library, the Ramsey Murray Gate, and at the rear of Cripps Court. There are also a number of unsheltered cycle stands next to the main entrance and the hostels.
  • For more information on getting to Selwyn College please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on cycle routes and maps in Cambridge please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There are bus stops within 150 metres of the College in Grange Road and West Road.
    The bus services that stop in Grange Road include: 199 and U.
    These bus services give direct links to Cambridge city centre, Madingley Road Park and Ride, and Addenbrookes.
    The bus station in Drummer Street is approximately 1.7 kilometres away from Selwyn College.
  • Cambridge City Centre Bus Station AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.
  • For more information on planning a bus journey in Cambridge please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Cambridge.
  • Cambridge Railway Station is approximately 1.7 kilometres away from Selwyn College. The station has direct links to London Kings Cross, London Liverpool Street, Cambridge North, Kings Lynn, Stansted Airport, Brighton, Ipswich and Norwich. The rail companies that operate out of this station are Cross Country, Great Northern, Thameslink and Greater Anglia.
  • For more information on Cambridge Railway Station please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on planning a train journey to Cambridge please click here (opens new tab).
  • Cambridge Railway Station AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.
• Accessing the College Site View
  • The main pedestrian entrance to the College site is located in Grange Road. Access is via a double pedestrian gate (photograph 1). This entrance has one gate which may be locked at specific times, and another permanently held open with an opening width of 149cm. There is a second set of double gates at this entrance, one gate is locked, the other is permanently held open and has an opening width of 103cm (photograph 2).
  • Pedestrians can also access the site via the Ramsey Murray Gate which is a pedestrian entrance situated in West Road. This gate is for key holders only (photograph 3). The gate opens away from you (push), may be difficult for some users to open, and has an opening width of 120cm. The height of the key lock is 86cm.
    There are similar gates which key holders can access located in Grange Road giving access to Ann's Court (photograph 4) and the cycle sheds (photograph 5), in Sidgwick Avenue giving access to Old Court (photograph 6), and within the grounds of the Sidgwick Site giving access to the Gardens (photograph 7).
  • The main pedestrian access to Cripps Court is located in Grange Road. This access is via a single pedestrian gate (photograph 8). The gate has a locked extension leaf and opens automatically away from you. The gate opening width is 90cm. The gate is unlocked by key card or key. The height of the key card reader is 100cm. The height of the key lock is 112cm.
• Getting Around the College Site View
  • If you have accessed the College site by vehicle and parked in the main car park or Ann's Court car park there is step-free access to the main pedestrian entrance. There are bollards on the path leading from the main car park to the main pedestrian entrance which reduces the width of the path to 135cm (photographs 9 and 10).
    If you have entered the grounds via the main pedestrian entrance, you will have direct access to the network of paths around external areas of the Selwyn College site. The site is mostly level with wide paths (150cm+), but path surfaces do vary. The paths that run around the large central grass area of Old Court have a flagstone paving surface which may be uneven in places (photographs 11-14). Other areas have surfaced paths of various types such as flagstone paving, tarmac, and loose gravel (photographs 15-18).
  • There is stepped access to the Lower Lawn and Gardens. The steps have a partial handrail on the right as you face the 6 steps (photographs 19 and 20). There are alternative steps to access the Gardens with handrails on both sides (photograph 21). The external parts of the site are otherwise step-free except for access into buildings.
  • There is step-free access throughout Cripps Court. The surface of the path is concrete paving tiles and may be uneven in some areas (photograph 22).
• Additional College Site Information View
  • Some of the buildings at Selwyn College have stepped access into and around them (photographs 23-27). Due to the age of the buildings the staircases do vary in materials and layout. The height and depths of steps are not uniform, and neither is lighting, handrail provision/type or step markings. There are some buildings which have been adapted to make them step-free, including access ramps to bypass external steps (photographs 24-28) and internal lifts to access other floors. Please see our Detailed Access Guides for further information on access to buildings.
  • There is directional signage around Old Court (photograph 29) and in the centre of the college between Old Court and St Anne's Court (photograph 30) additionally maps are available online and from the porter's lodge to aid getting around the college. Accessible toilet facilities are located within the bar toilets, in the lobby to the Chadwick Room, in the corridor outside the Fellows’ Parlour, on the ground floor of B staircase, in the Diamond and College Gym, and on the ground floor of Staircase J, close to the MCR.

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Information for Students with Disabilities please click here (opens new tab).
• To see more information on University of Cambridge Disability Resource Centre please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01223 332 301.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01223 769 339.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Undergraduate Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01223 767 839.
• Email: [email protected].

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Site/Campus Car Park (Main Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located in Grange Road.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Porters' Lodge and Old Court.
  • 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 not available.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by staff, visitors and student permit holders.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
• Comments View
  • Accessible parking can be reserved with advance notice.
  • Parking in this car park is strictly by prior arrangement.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Ann's Court Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located in Grange Road.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Ann's Court.
  • 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 staff, visitors and student permit holders.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
• Comments View
  • Accessible parking can be reserved with advance notice.
  • Parking in this car park is strictly by prior arrangement.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Fellows' Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located in Grange Road.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Porters' Lodge and Old Court.
  • 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 not available.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
• Comments View
  • Parking is for Fellows' and visitors with mobility impairments only.
  • Parking in this car park for visitors is strictly by prior arrangement.

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Getting To (The Porters' Lodge)

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• Location View
  • The Porter's Lodge is located just inside the main entrance to Selwyn College.
  • The Porters' Lodge Entrance is located to the left on entering the College via the Main College Entrance. The Porters' Lodge main entrance has 1 step, however, there is a ramped accessible entrance to the rear.
  • Above the Porter's Lodge is the Kathleen Lyttelton Room which is accessed via 15+ steps.
  • There is not wayfinding signage along the route to the Porters' Lodge.
  • Selwyn College link (new tab) - click here.
  • Route from Old Court Paving to JCR/O Staircase and through to Sidgwick Site link (new tab) - click here.

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Outside Access (Night Entrance / Wicket Gate)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the main entrance to Selwyn College.
  • This entrance gives access to Old Court buildings and entrance to the Porters' Lodge.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Welcome to Selwyn College'.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 112cm (3ft 8in).
  • A key is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key lock is 120cm.
  • 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 59cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located at threshold of the door.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
• Comments View
  • One side of the gate is open fully during the day (Photograph 1).
  • At night, the door is locked. Access at night is via a Wicket Gate with 1 step located at threshold of the door (Photographs 3 & 4).
  • A key is required for night access.
  • The step is not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step is 18cm.
  • For people unable to manage the step, please ring the bell and a Porter will come and open the gate for step-free access.
  • The width of the gate is 149cm and the access is level when it is open.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - Porters' Lodge)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the left as you enter via the gate.
  • This entrance gives access to the reception.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'PORTER'S LODGE'.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance 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 75cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • 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 19cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance - Porters' Lodge)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building, off Old Court.
  • This entrance gives access to the reception.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance 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 96cm.
  • 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 to the left and right of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • The depth 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 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.
• Comments View
  • There is a handrail on the right going up if accessing the ramp from the left or on the left going up if accessing the ramp from the right.

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Reception (Porters' Lodge)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located ahead as you enter via the accessible entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 115cm.
  • 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 reception point.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing system is available only on request.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 17/08/2021.
  • The hearing loop was not working at the time of testing.
  • There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • The seats do not have armrests.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Accessible Toilet(s)

• There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are not available.