Access Guide
Summary
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Service
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- This service is located in the 14 Store Street building.
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; Student Information Service.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- The Bloomsbury Campus is located along Store Street which is situated between Tottenham Court Road to the west and Gower Street to the east in central London. Both Tottenham Court Road and Gower Street can be accessed from the North via the A501.
- There is contractor parking and two reservable Blue Badge bays in a small car park located off Ridgmount Place.
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By Bus
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- There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
- The nearest bus stops are those for Goodge Street and Stephen Street located along Tottenham Court Road approximately 285m from the campus. Goodge Street Station serves routes 24, 29, 73, 390, N5, N20, N29, N73, N253, N279. Stephen Street serves routes 24, 29, 73, 390, N5, N20, N29, N73, N279.
- For more information on TFL Bus Information please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station ishttps://www.networkrail.co.uk/communities/passengers/our-stations/london-euston/
- Euston Station is located approximately 0.7 miles to the North of the campus.
- For more information on Euston Station please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on National Rail Enquiries please click here (opens new tab).
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By Underground
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- The nearest underground station is Goodge Street.
- Goodge Street Station is located approximately 0.2 miles to the west of the campus and serves the Northern Line. Tottenham Court Road is also nearby approximately 0.4 miles to the south of the Campus and serves the Central, Elizabeth and Northern Lines. Russel Square Station, located approximately 850m to the West of the campus, serves the Piccadilly Line.
- For more information on Goodge Street Station please click here (opens new tab).
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Useful Links
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- Transport for London Information.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- Tottenham Court Road Underground Station.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- University of Law Website information on the Bloomsbury Campus.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
Useful Information
- There are numerous Student Union groups at the University of Laws various campuses.
- To see more information on University of Law Student Union please click here (opens new tab).
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Disability Support and Inclusion please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01483 216657.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Wellbeing and Support please click here (opens new tab).
- Email: [email protected].
- Virtual appointments for assistance from Library staff are available and can be booked online.
- To see more information on Library Service please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01483 216387.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on University of Law Accommodation Portal please click here (opens new tab).
- Email: [email protected].
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is a site/campus car park for staff within approximately 200m.
- The name of the car park is Bloomsbury Campus Contractor Parking.
- The car park is located to the rear of the building off Ridgmount Place.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bays are available.
- The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 200cm x 600cm (6ft 7in x 19ft 8in).
- The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Store Street.
- Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Store Street.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
Site/Campus Car Park (Bloomsbury Campus Car Park)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located to the rear of the venue.
- The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are London Bloomsbury Campus 14 Store Street.
- 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.
- There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
- The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 230cm x 480cm.
- The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
- The marked zone is 80cm wide.
- The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park can be used by 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.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
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Car Park Access
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- 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.
- The nearest designated bay is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the rear car park ramped entrance.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located off Store Street.
- This entrance gives access to the main reception foyer.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'The University of Law'.
- 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.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 130cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There are two similar sets of automatic doors at the entrance.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
- There is/are 2 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
- 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.
Outside Access (Rear Car Park Ramped Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building in the car park area off Ridgmount Place.
- This entrance gives access to the ground floor upper area.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'The University of Law'.
- There is ramped/sloped or 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.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- There is a push pad/button to enter the main automatic doors.
- The entry push pad or push button is 80cm from floor level.
- The exit push pad or push button is 110cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 130cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located to your right as you face the entrance.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
- There is/are 6 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 20cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located in front of you as you enter via the internal entrance.
- The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the internal 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 no 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 not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
- The height of the reception counter is 89cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is a lowered section of the counter.
- The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl and tiles.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
- Access to the waiting area is obstructed.
- There is bench seating and single seats without armrests.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
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Comments
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- There is a higher section of the reception desk with a height 120cm.
Entrance (Rear)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located towards the front of the building on the ground floor.
- This entrance gives access to the student information service/main reception.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
- There is a push pad/button to enter the main automatic doors.
- The entry push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 160cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located immediately before 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 a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
Inside Access
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Access and Circulation
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- There is step-free access throughout the area.
- The type of flooring is vinyl and tiles.
- There is flooring 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.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
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Audio
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- There is not a hearing assistance system.
Toilet with Adaptations
- There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
- The nearest accessible toilet(s) is/are located on floor -1.
Standard Toilet(s)
- Standard toilet facilities are not available.
- The nearest standard toilet(s) is/are located on floor -1 for both male and female. There are female only toilet located up 4 steps located to the rear of the reception area.