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Union Brew - The Students' Union Building

University of Aberdeen, Elphinstone Road, Aberdeen, AB24 3TU

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  • Union Brew is located on the ground floor of the The Students' Union Building.
  • View information on The Students' Union Building (opens new tab).
  • View information on opening times.
  • The distance from the building entrance is 20m.
  • The most accessible route has step-free access via a ramp.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • There are not any level resting areas along the ramp.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has shiny flooring.

Eating and Drinking

  • Location and Access View
    • There is step-free access via ramp into this area.
    • The ramp has a steep gradient.
    • There are not any level resting areas along the ramp.
    • There are handrails on both sides.
    • There is open plan access.
  • Order and Payment View
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located in the right side of the café.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 124cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 132cm.
    • The payment machine is portable.
  • Service View
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menu types include: wall-mounted, menu boards and online.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • 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.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas and high stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and high 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 background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.