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Bedford Way 26

University College London, 26 Bedford Way, London, WC1H 0AP

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Evacuation and Fire Safety Provisions

Overview

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is step-free via a steep ramp.
  • Bedford Way 26 has two external entrances.
  • The main entrance provides stepped access to the ground floor via double manual doors.
  • The accessible entrance provides step-free steep ramped entrance to the lower ground floor via an automatic single door.
  • The main entrance is signed as University College London 26 Bedford Way Building.
  • The accessible entrance is signed as 26 Bedford Way.
  • The accessible entrance provides step-free ramped access to the reception area via a lift.
  • There is step-free level access between 26 Bedford Way and 20 Bedford Way via a corridor on the ground floor, floor 1, floor 2, floor 2 and floor 4.

Getting Around

  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of building via the lift.
  • There is a steep slope directly after the accessible entrance on the lower ground floor.
  • Floor surfaces along all circulation routes are carpeted, some have a patterned finish.
  • There are resting areas in lobby areas with a mixture of seating.
  • Wall mounted wayfinding signage is provided throughout the building.
  • There are manual doors along circulation routes throughout the building.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located on the lower ground floor and floor 4.
    • At the time of survey (January 2026) the lower ground floor toilet with adaptions was not in use.
    • All toilets with adaptations have a right hand transfer space.
    • The male step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the lower ground floor and floor 1.
    • The female step-free standard toilet facilities are located lower ground floor, ground floor and floor 1.

Rooms and Services in the Building

Parking

  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • On-street Parking View
    • On-street designated Blue Badge parking and standard parking is available .
    • The on-street designated Blue Badge parking bays are located on Bedford Way.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is a public car park located beneath the Royal National Hotel on Bedford Way.
    • The name of the car park is Royal National Hotel.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.

Entrance (Accessible)

  • This entrance is located on the corner of the building on Bedford Way, directly below the main entrance.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.

Entrance (Main)

  • This entrance is located at the corner of the building on Bedford Way.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is stepped access at the entrance.
  • There are 15 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a bell at a height of 139cm.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 158cm.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors.
  • The second set of doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 158cm.
  • The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 54cm.
  • There is wider access to the building via the security barriers on the right which have a width of 88cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Reception (Security Desk)

  • The reception is located on the ground floor directly as you enter via the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 4m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 78cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • The reception has glazed screens.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • This area can be accessed via lift from the accessible entrance on the lower ground floor.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the left as you enter the building via the accessible entrance.
  • The distance from the accessible entrance is 8m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The basement, lower ground floor, ground floor, floor 1, floor 2, floor 3, floor 4 and floor 5 are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 103cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 120cm (width) x 180cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a hearing assistance alarm system, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located on the left when entering via the main entrance.
  • There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
  • The basement, lower ground floor, ground floor, floor 1, floor 2, floor 3, floor 4 and floor 5 can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 18 steps between floors.
  • The steps are unmarked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Eating and Drinking (XInt Cafe)

  • Location and Access View
    • The XInt Cafe is located on the .
    • The most accessible route has manual doors.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
    • One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
    • The locked door can be opened on request .
    • The width of the opening is 71cm.
    • The door that is not locked is held permanently open when the cafe is open.
  • Service View
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menus are wall-mounted.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located ahead as you enter.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 87cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and sofas.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
    • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer - Floor 4)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located along the floor 4 corridor to the left.
    • The distance from the lift is 8m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 155cm (width) x 259cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 75cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 94cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 97cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 122cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 92cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.