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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include serviced apartments accommodation and reception.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include breakfast room café and toilets.
• KM Hotel link (new tab) - click here.

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Opening Times (Circa)

• Monday 07:00 - 10:00.
• Tuesday 07:00 - 10:00.
• Wednesday 07:00 - 10:00.
• Thursday 07:00 - 10:00.
• Friday 07:00 - 10:00.
• Saturday 07:30 - 10:30.
• Sunday 07:30 - 10:30.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The building is located along Richmond Place.
  • Richmond Place is approximately half a mile from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station, the city's main train station.
    Buses and taxis are available from the station to the site.
• By Bus View
  • There are two bus stops within 150m of the building.
    These are Richmond Lane and Richmond Place and serve route 14.
• By Train View
  • Richmond Place is approximately half a mile from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station, the city's main train station.
    Buses and taxis are available from the station to the site.

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Useful Information

• To see more information on The University of Edinburgh Hospitality and Events Collection please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0131 651 2011.
• Email: [email protected].
• Staff receive Disability Equality Training.

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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 students and visitors.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located in the courtyard.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 1 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 295cm x 500cm (9ft 8in x 16ft 5in).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Richmond Place.
  • The on-street parking nearest the apartments is for permit holders only.
    Pay and Display parking is located further to the right of the building, towards Roxburgh Place.
    The apartments have a discount available at NCP Holyrood Car Park off Viewcraig Gardens, approximately 600m away.
• 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 building to the rear of the courtyard.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • 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 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left 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 have handrails.
  • The handrails are on the right going up the ramp.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • There is / are 2 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is not 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 not have handrails.

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Outside Access (Circa Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right in the KM Apartments archway.
  • There is stepped 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.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• 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 1 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do not have handrails.
• Comments View
  • The KM Apartments archway is the second archway on the left from the KM Hotel main entrance.
  • There is a push button on the left to exit.

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Outside Access (Circa Accessible Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off the rear KM Apartments archway courtyard, opposite the KM Apartments entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• 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.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
  • The width of the ramp is 127cm (4ft 2in).
• Comments View
  • The KM Apartments archway is the second archway on the left from the KM Hotel main entrance.

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Reception

• Reception is located ahead as you enter.
• The desk is 10m (10yd 2ft) 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 not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There is/are 8 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to the apartments from the lift or stairs.
  • The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • There is a steep ramp, with no handrails, for access to the apartments lift from the lift.
  • The width of the ramp is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The ramp or slope does not bypass the step(s).
  • There is a platform lift which overcomes the steps.
  • The ramp is shown in photograph 6.
    The steps are shown in photographs 7 and 8.
  • There are 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 directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G - 3.
  • The stairs are located through to the right of reception.
  • The stairs are approximately 20m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, single 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 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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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located through to the right of reception.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G - 3.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• The lift is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.

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• Comments View
  • The lift was out of service and awaiting repair at the time of survey in April 2023.

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Lift (Platform - Apartments)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located down the ramp from the lift, on level 3.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 3 and 3L.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 330kg.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 119cm (3ft 11in).
• The lift door is manual, opens outwards and is easy to open.
• The dimensions of the lift are 111cm x 130cm (3ft 8in x 4ft 3in).
• 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 not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not 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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• Comments View
  • This lift was awaiting repair at the time of survey in April 2023.

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Accommodation

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 0 accessible room(s) with ensuite facilities and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • This information refers to Standard Apartments.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • The room number viewed was 125.
  • The width of the door to the room is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 118cm x 290cm (3ft 10in x 9ft 6in).
  • The bed is 60cm high.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 0cm ().
  • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the room.
  • No emergency alarm is fitted in the room.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in accessible accommodation.
• Accessible Bathroom View
  • The information relates to the ensuite.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 140cm x 92cm (4ft 7in x 3ft).
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 58cm.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • No emergency alarm is fitted in the bathroom.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (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 in height.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is not a lateral transfer space.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are not available for the toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • The mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
• Bath and Shower View
  • There is not a bath.
• Wheel In Shower View
  • There is not a wheel in shower.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible rooms View
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is medium.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is medium.
  • The colour contrast between external ensuite / bathroom door and wall is medium.
  • The lighting levels are adjustable.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible bathroom View
  • The colour contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is medium.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is medium.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Auxiliary Aids - General View
  • Some of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
  • Available auxiliary aids include flashing alarms, vibrating pillows and television subtitles.
  • Flashing fire alarms are available on request.
  • Vibrating fire alarms are available on request.
  • The accommodation does not provide other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in standard rooms.
• Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
  • There is not level access to standard rooms on other floors.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Comments View
  • There is a standard 91cm high kitchen worktop available with built in oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge and cupboards below.
    
  • There is a 71cm high dining table.
    
  • Some larger suites, for example room 114 are over 3 levels with access via 6-7 steps between levels (as shown in photographs 10, 11 and 12).

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Eating and Drinking (Circa)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the breakfast area.
  • The breakfast area is located ahead as you enter Circa.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is full table service and a buffet counter.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; handheld menus.
  • 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 breakfasts only.
  • 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, the volume can be adjusted if requested.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
• Self-Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 97cm.
  • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
• 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 66cm.
  • 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 70cm.
  • There are also coffee tables, high tables, long tables, armchairs, sofas, booths and high stools.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 56cm.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 100cm.
  • 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 carpet and tiles.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • From mid-day, Circa is used as a student common room, although guests are welcome to use the facilities and toilets here.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Circa - Left Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left of the Circa breakfast/common room area.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the Circa entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • 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 high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is plow.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 132cm x 176cm (4ft 4in x 5ft 9in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to 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 60cm (1ft 12in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is medium.
  • 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 not 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 medium.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is low.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are general waste (with lid) and pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 92cm and 162cm 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 does not have a backrest or a cistern.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder cannot 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 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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 medium.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is not a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • There is a handheld soap dispenser available.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 94cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 92cm.
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
  • There is not a hand dryer.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Circa)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located to the left of the Circa breakfast/common room.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the Circa entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 83cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.