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Guildford Fountain Court Building

The University of Law, Guildford Campus, Braboeuf Manor, Portsmouth Road, Guildford, GU3 1HA

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Useful Information

Opening Times (Fountain Court)

  • Monday 08:30 - 22:00.
  • Tuesday 08:30 - 22:00.
  • Wednesday 08:30 - 22:00.
  • Thursday 08:30 - 22:00.
  • Friday 08:30 - 22:00.
  • Saturday 08:30 - 18:00.
  • Sunday 08:30 - 18:00.

Building Parking

  • The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
  • Site/Campus Car Parks View
    • There is a site/campus car park for students and visitors within approximately 200m.
    • The name of the car park is Visitor's/Yellow Permit Parking or Student/Green Permit Parking.
    • The car park is located by the front/ north side of the site, with signage to both areas.
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point.
    • The Blue Badge parking area outside the LRC can also be used by visitors to this building as it is located opposite the rear step-free entrance. Access needs to be authorised by facilities. Please see the guide for the LRC for more information on this parking area.

Site/Campus Car Park (Visitor/Yellow Permit Parking)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the front of the site.
    • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Manor House and Extension.
    • 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 visitors and permit holders.
    • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • 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.
    • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
    • There is signage for reception but not the other buildings in the car park.

Site/Campus Car Park (Students/Green Permit Parking)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the top of the hill, to the right of the main carpark and manor.
    • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Fountain Court and the Learning Resource Centre (via stepped access).
    • 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 students.
    • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
    • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
  • Car Park Access View
    • There is not step free access from this car park.
    • Buildings are clearly signposted from this car park.
    • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
    • There is sloped or stepped access within the car park as it is placed on a hill. The steps to one side are shallow, well marked and are shown in photograph 5. Photographs 6-10 show the stepped access which leads down towards the front of the Learning Resource Centre. The clearly marked steps vary in height (4-15cm) and depth (up to 45cm). The steps are sloped so they be slippery when wet. They have handrails on both sides which are not easy to grip.

Approach (Manor House to Fountain Court)

  • Approach View
    • The surface of the approach is tarmac and block paving.
    • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a steep gradient and has no handrails.
    • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • Step(s) View
    • There is/are 10+ clearly marked step(s), with no handrails.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • The photographs show the route from the left-hand side of the Manor House main entrance. A step-free route can be found if using the vehicular access road from the front of the site (photograph 6).

Approach (Denning to Fountain Court)

  • Approach View
    • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
    • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a steep gradient and has no handrails.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
    • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
  • Step(s) View
    • There is a/are step(s) on the approach.
    • There is/are 10+ clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides.
    • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are not easy to grip.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is tactile paving at the bottom of the steps but not at the top. The first 2 steps have no handrails.

Courtyard

  • There is a courtyard area in front of the building.
  • There is stepped access with no gates as shown in photograph 1. The steps vary from 13cm to 22cm high and have a tread of 61cm.
  • There are various steps the garden as it is on different levels.
  • There is sheltered seating to the rear of the courtyard with stepped access. The 2 steps are 11cm high, with various others used to reach the area.
  • There are tables and chairs by the main entrance as well as within the courtyard area as shown in photographs 9 and 10.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front right-hand side of the building.
    • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Fountain Court'.
    • There is ramped/sloped 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.
    • 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 key card reader is 121cm.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The exit push pad or push button is 121cm from floor level.
    • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 83cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • Comments View
    • The slight ramp slopes up to the entrance on either side of the doors.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is not step-free access throughout the building .
    • There is stepped access to the 1876 Café on the first floor and staff areas on the second floor. Students can speak to university staff about arranging step-free access. This rear entrance provides access via a staff area so students should speak to the facilities team.
  • Circulation View
    • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
    • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl.
    • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
    • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
    • The lighting levels are good.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
    • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • Safe Place(s) View
    • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • Audio View
    • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
  • Comments View
    • There is a wall-mounted defibrillator on the ground floor by the main entrance.

Other Floors

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are located to the right of the main entrance.
    • The stairs are approximately 4m from the main entrance.
    • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1 and 2.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The depth 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 not 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 good.
  • Other Information View
    • The service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are is the café/canteen on the first floor however, step-free access can be arranged via rear entrance by speaking to the facilities team.

Opening Times (Café 1876)

  • Monday 08:30 - 15:30.
  • Tuesday 08:30 - 15:30.
  • Wednesday 08:30 - 15:30.
  • Thursday 08:30 - 15:30.
  • Friday 08:30 - 15:30.
  • Saturday Closed.
  • Sunday Closed.
  • Comments View
    • The café is open for LPC/GDL teaching weekends between 8:30am to 14:30pm.

Opening Times (Café 1876 Weekends)

  • Opening times for the venue vary according to bookings/events taking place.
  • Comments View
    • The café is open for LPC/GDL teaching weekends between 8:30am to 14:30pm.

Eating and Drinking (Café 1876)

  • Location and Access View
    • The following information is for the café.
    • The café is located on the first floor.
    • There is stepped access to the café.
    • For access there are double manual doors which may be difficult to open.
    • The door opening width is under 75cm.
  • Service and Menus View
    • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
    • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
    • Menu types include; menu boards, written wall menus and online 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 hot and cold meals and snacks.
    • Takeaway cups are available.
    • Adapted cups are not available.
    • Adapted cutlery is not available.
    • Drinking straws are not available.
    • This area does not play background music.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system .
    • The menus are also emailed to students. The card machine has a long wire for ease of use.
  • Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 92cm.
    • The height of the tray counter/rail is 90cm.
    • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
    • The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • There is non-slip flooring underneath the seating area. There is a separate counter with microwaves, tea/coffee and sugar which measures 93cm high.
  • Tables and Seating View
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 70cm.
    • The surface height of the lowest table is 43cm.
    • The surface height of the highest table is 111cm.
    • No tables are permanently fixed.
    • No chairs are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
    • There are also coffee tables, high tables, sofas and high stools.
    • The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • The lighting levels are good.

Outside Access (Café 1876 - Pre-Arranged Step-Free Access)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the rear of Fountain Court, opposite the Blue Badge bay for the Learning Resource Centre.
    • This entrance gives access to the first floor (Café 1876).
    • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
    • There is step-free 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.
    • There is a bell/buzzer.
    • The height of the bell/buzzer is 107cm (3ft 6in).
    • There is not an intercom.
    • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 67cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
    • The width of the door opening is 65cm.
  • Comments View
    • Those with mobility issues must speak with the facilities team to arrange access via this entrance, as it goes through a staff area to the café.
    • There is a sunken matt past the entrance which creates a slight lip by the first entrance door.
    • After the two doors, the minimum width through to the café is 108cm.

Accessible Toilet(s)

  • There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
  • The nearest accessible toilet(s) is/are located within the Learning Resource Centre (LRC).

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor, to the left from the main entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m from the main entrance.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 79cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
    • Lighting levels are good.