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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; student accommodation and administration offices on Level 2.
  • Students' Union link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on Level 4.
  • Shared standard toilet facilities are located on Level 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
  • Standard shower facilities are located on Level 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.

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Accommodation Summary

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• Parking and Transport View
  • The accommodation does not have its own parking facilities.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • There is a university bus service stop within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
• Residence Information View
  • The residence surveyed was Norwood House.
• Accessible Accommodation Information View
  • There is not an/are not accessible room(s) within the accommodation.
• Standard Accommodation Information View
  • There is not standard accommodation on the ground floor.
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
  • Standard accommodation has shared bathrooms with stepped shower cubicles.
  • There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the standard room(s).
• Amenities and Communal Facilities View
  • There is a convenience store within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
  • Communal facilities within this residence include a launderette.
  • The communal facilities for the accommodation surveyed include; a kitchen and a dining area.
• Additional Accessibility Aids View
  • There is a deaf alert system available on request.
  • Vibrating pillows alarms are available on request.
  • Bed raisers are not available on request.
  • Portable hoists are not available on request.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The University of Bath is to the southeast of Bath on Claverton Down.
    From the M4 Junction 18, take the A46 towards Bath for 10km.
    At the junction with the A4 turn right onto London Road West (A4) and follow the road for 2km to the junction with Cleveland Place.
    Take the left hand lane (signed for through traffic) across the bridge and straight ahead onto Bathwick Street (A36), after 750m bear right at the junction with the Warminster road and continue up the hill to the roundabout.
    Take the first turning up Bathwick Hill which is signposted University of Bath and American Museum.
    At the top of the hill keep straight ahead onto Claverton Down Road.
    The clearly marked turning is 50m on the left.
    There is a one-way system in operation on the campus.
  • There is permit parking available in East and West Car Parks, as well as various other car parks around the campus.
    Pay and Display parking is available in the East car park extension, South car park PA and car park PG to the side of the Sports Training Village.
  • For more information on campus car parks please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • Bath Unibus, operated by First Buses, has two routes U1 and U2.
    The buses drop off at Arrivals Square in the centre of the campus.
    Bath Unibus Service U1 runs between the University of Bath, the City Centre and Oldfield Park, and runs 24/7.
    A reduced frequency U1 service runs during the university holidays.
    Bath Unibus Service U2 runs between the University and Oldfield Park during the university term time.
  • For more information on the Bath Unibus services to the university please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Bath Spa.
  • Bath Spa Station is located in the centre of the city, approximately 1.5 miles west of the campus.
    Bath Unibus Service U1 can be taken from the station to the campus.
    There are frequent train services from London, Bristol, the southwest and South Wales to Bath Spa Railway Station.
  • For more information on trains to Bath Spa please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on Bath Spa Railway Station please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • Please see the Travel Advice page on the university web site for more information on getting to Bath and the Campus.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
• AccessAble Related Links View
  • Campus Car Parks AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.

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Useful Information

• The Disability Service provides study related advice and support for applicants, current students and staff regarding a range of disabilities.
  They are based at 4 West.
• To see more information on Disability Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01225 383 838.
• Email: [email protected].
• Student Support are the first point of contact for a range of information and support services.
  They are based in The Roper Centre, 4 West, and the helpdesk is open between 9.30am and 4.30pm from Monday to Friday.
• To see more information on Student Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01225 383 838.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Undergraduate Admissions and Outreach team are responsible for undergraduate recruitment, admissions and outreach.
  They also support the faculties, school and Doctoral College with postgraduate recruitment.
  The Admissions Office where the team are based is located on Level 2 of Wessex House.
• To see more information on Admissions Office please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01225 383 019.
• Email: [email protected].
• Student Accommodation manages university accommodation for students on campus and in the city centre.
  They also advise students and landlords about private renting.
  They are located in the West Accommodation Centre in Polden.
• To see more information on Student Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected].
• Use this map to find accessible parking spaces and routes on the Claverton Down campus.
• To see more information on Campus Accessibility Map please click here (opens new tab).

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is West Car Park PW.
  • The car park is located adjacent to building 10 West.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (West Car Park PW)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Quarry Road.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are West 8 and West 10.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac and block paving.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are signposted and have markings which are faded.
  • There is/are 8 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 240cm x 470cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The marked zone is 120cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply to visitors only.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment can be made by phone.
• 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.
  • Buildings are clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 50m (54yd 2ft) from the 8 West building entrance.
• Comments View
  • There are no on-site payment machines, payment if required is by phone app only.

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Outside Access (North Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the north side of the Parade.
  • This entrance gives access to the north side of Norwood House at Level 2.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Norwood House Access to 1 East Level 3'.
  • 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 not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 200cm.
  • 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) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 94cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 143cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Outside Access (South Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the south side of the Parade.
  • This entrance gives access to Level 2 of Norwood House.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Norwood House'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection 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) both ways.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 135cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Entrance (From Students' Union - Level 2)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on Level 2 of the Students' Union.
  • This entrance gives access to the entrance lobby of Norwood House north at Level 2.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Norwood House'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 155cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Getting Around (Norwood House)

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building .
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl and carpet.
  • 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.
• 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.

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Other Floors (North Entrance)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located within the lobby of Norwood House north entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 9m from the First entry door of Norwood House north entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are single, manual, heavy doors to enter the stairwell on Level 2, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are Level 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
  • 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 not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are not 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 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.

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Other Floors (South Entrance)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located in the lobby of Norwood House south entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 5m from the Norwood House south entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are single, heavy manual door to enter and exit the stairwell on Level 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are Level 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
  • 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 not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Lift (North Entrance)

• The lift is located in the entrance lobby of Norwood House north entrance at Level 2.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the first entry door to Norwood House north entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are Level 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
• The weight limit for the lift is 750Kg.
• There are single, manual, heavy doors to enter the stairwell on Level 2, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 173cm x 108cm (5ft 8in x 3ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The controls are set between 90cm - 122cm.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Lift (South Entrance)

• The lift is located in the entrance lobby of Norwood House south entrance at Level 2.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the south entrance to Norwood House.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are Level 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
• The weight limit for the lift is 750Kg.
• There are single, heavy manual door to enter and exit the stairwell on Level 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 167cm x 105cm (5ft 6in x 3ft 5in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• 90-122.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Kitchen/Dining Area

• The kitchen/dining area is accessed by a single door with an opening width of less than 75cm.
• Lowered work surfaces are not available.
• The height of the lowest work surface is 91cm.
• The kitchen does not have an unobstructed floor space of at least 150cm × 150cm.
• There is not a knee recess under a work surface.
• There are low level cupboards.
• There are easy to grip handles or taps for cupboards.
• The height of the dining table is 69cm.
• There are dining chairs with and without armrests.

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• Comments View
  • There are four similar kitchens on each floor.

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Standard Shower

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located on all Levels of the building.
• There is not level access to the shower facilities.
• There is level access via lifts to all shower facilities but there is a step to access the shower tray.
• There are four shared bathrooms on each Level.
  Each bathroom has two standard showers.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Level 4 - Left Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the lift and stair landing of Level 4.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the Norwood House north entrance Level 4 lift.
  • 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 Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 238cm x 200cm (7ft 10in x 6ft 7in).
  • The accessible toilet does 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 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is 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 high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can 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 high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 76cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The gender neutral toilet is located in the lift and stair lobby of Norwood House north entrance at Level 4.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 4m from the Norwood House north entrance Level 4 lift.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is Braille, tactile, 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 78cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • Each bathroom on Levels 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 has two toilets and two standard showers.