Access Guide
Summary
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Service
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- This bar and food service is located on Level 2 of the 2 West building.
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; food and drink.
- 2 West building link (new tab) - click here.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- Accessible toilet facilities are located within the shared standard toilets of Claverton Rooms Restaurant on Level 2.
- Female standard toilet facilities are located within the standard toilets of Claverton Rooms Restaurant on Level 2.
- Gender neutral toilet facilities are located within the shared unisex male and female toilet of Claverton Rooms Restaurant on Level 2.
Opening Times
- Monday 11:00 - 14:30.
- Tuesday 11:00 - 14:30.
- Wednesday 11:00 - 14:30.
- Thursday 11:00 - 14:30.
- Friday 11:00 - 14:30.
- Saturday Closed.
- Sunday Closed.
- Please click here for information on opening times.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- 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).
- The University of Bath is to the southeast of Bath on Claverton Down.
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By Bus
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- 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).
- Bath Unibus, operated by First Buses, has two routes U1 and U2.
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By Train
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- 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).
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Useful Links
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- 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).
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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).
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, 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.
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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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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
Site/Campus Car Park (West Car Park PW)
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Car Park
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- 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.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- 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.
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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 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.
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Comments
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- There are no on-site payment machines, payment if required is by phone app only.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the side of building 2 West.
- This entrance gives access to Level 2 of Parade Bar.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Parade Power Assisted Door'.
- 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 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 (towards you).
- There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
- The entry push pad or push button is 69cm from floor level.
- The exit push pad or push button is 60cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 109cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
Outside Access (Outside Seating)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the side of Parade Bar on Level 2 of building 2 West.
- This entrance gives access to Level 2 of Parade Bar.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is stepped 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 single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 80cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located Immediately on entry at the entrance threshold.
- There is/are 1 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 7cm.
Outside Access (Rear Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on the side of 4 West building on Level 2.
- This entrance gives access to Parade Bar at Level 2.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Parade Good Vibes & Tasty Food Power Assisted Door'.
- There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
- There is not 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) automatically (towards you).
- There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
- The entry push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
- The exit push pad or push button is 98cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 113cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the area.
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Circulation
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- There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is laminate.
- There is 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 is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is not provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is not consistent throughout the building.
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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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- This venue does play background music in communal areas.
- Music is played when the venue is open.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
Lift
- The lift is located outside and to the rear of University Hall.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance to University Hall.
- 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 Levels 1, 2 and 3.
- The weight limit for the lift is 630Kg.
- There are automatic, single to access the lift lobby on the third floor.
- 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 low.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 99cm x 139cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 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 within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- 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 moderate to good.
Eating and Drinking
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Location and Access
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- The following information is for the restaurant/bar.
- The restaurant/bar is located on Level 2 of building 2 West.
- There is step-free access, via lift, to the restaurant/bar.
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Service and Menus
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- 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 and written wall 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 available.
- This area does play background music.
- Background music is played at all times.
- There is not a hearing assistance system .
- There is not a portable card machine available for payment.
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Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 93cm.
- The height of the lowered section at the counter is 85cm.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
- There is not a moveable card machine available for payment.
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Tables and Seating
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- 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 71cm.
- The surface height of the lowest table is 50cm.
- The surface height of the highest table is 104cm.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
- There are also high tables, armchairs 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.
Accessible Toilet(s) (Level 2 - Within Unisex Standard Toilets - Right Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on Level 2 in the unisex standard toilet.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- 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 no signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 90cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 228cm x 142cm (7ft 6in x 4ft 8in).
- The accessible toilet does not 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 right.
- The lateral transfer space is 77cm (2ft 6in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
- 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 poor.
- 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 good.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is not 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).
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Additional Fixtures
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- 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 good.
- 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 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
- 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
- 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 good.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
- 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 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.
Standard Toilet(s) (Level 2 - Shared)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The shared toilet is located on Level 2 of building 2 West.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 18m from the main entrance.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is poor.
- 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 87cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Toilet Facilities 2
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- The all gender toilet is located within the unisex toilet on Level 2 of building 2 West.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 17m from the main entrance.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is poor.
- 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 87cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
- Lighting levels are good.