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Accommodation Summary

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• Parking and Transport View
  • The accommodation has its own parking facilities.
  • No secure parking is available.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • There is not a university bus service stop within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
• Residence Information View
  • The residence surveyed was The Lodge.
  • The Lodge is a single building, comprising 7 flats on three floors.
• Accessible Accommodation Information View
  • The accommodation has 7 rooms in total.
  • There is not an/are not accessible room(s) within the accommodation.
  • There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the accessible room(s).
  • Accessible toilet facilities are not available.
• Standard Accommodation Information View
  • There is standard accommodation on the ground floor.
  • Ground floor accommodation does not have level access.
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors cannot be accessed by lift.
  • Standard accommodation has ensuites with stepped shower cubicles and 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 not a convenience store within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
  • The communal facilities for the accommodation surveyed include; a kitchen and a dining area.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The Lodge is on the edge of the main campus, which is to the southeast of Bath on Claverton Down.
    From the M4 Junction 18, take the A46 towards Bath for 10km. < br> 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.
    Bathwick Hill becomes Woodland Place At the top of the hill turn left onto North Road. Continue for approximately 150m.
    The driveway leading to The Lodge is on the right.
  • There is parking available for permit holders within the grounds of the building.
    On 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
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the building.
  • The Woodlands Place and North Road bus stops are close to the building, and are served by both Bath Unibus routes U1 and U2.
    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 have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders.
  • The car park is located within the grounds of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
  • The route from the car park to the building is not accessible to a wheelchair user.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
• 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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Approach (Building Approach)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a steep gradient and has no handrails.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance - Flat 1)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to flat 1.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not 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.
  • A key is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key lock is 140cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 70cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located immediately in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not 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 9cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• Comments View
  • There is a wooden gate to access the rear entrance from the side of the building (shown in the last photograph).
  • This opens away from you and is 80cm wide.

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Getting Around (Flat 1)

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the area.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl and carpet.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Outside Access (Front Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located front of building.
  • This entrance gives access to entrance hall.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key lock is 110cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are light.
  • The width of the door opening is 69cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are light.
  • The width of the door opening is 75cm.
  • There is a step at the second doors, it is 16cm high.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located at the side of the building on the approach to the entrance.
  • There is/are 6 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not 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 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• Comments View
  • the height of the external steps ranges from 11cm to 17cm.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is not step-free access throughout the building .
• Circulation View
  • 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.
  • 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 the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located in the hall, to the left.
  • The stairs are approximately 2m from the front entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are ground and first.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not 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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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 92cm.
• The kitchen does have an unobstructed floor space of at least 150cm × 150cm.
• There is not a knee recess under a work surface.
• There are some low level cupboards.
• There are easy to grip handles or taps for cupboards, the refrigerator, the freezer and the sink.
• The height of the dining table is 68cm.
• There are dining chairs without armrests only.

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Accessible Toilet(s)

• There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
• The nearest accessible toilet(s) is/are located 2 South building.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are not available.
• The nearest standard toilet(s) is/are located 2 South building.