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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the Physics Glass and Mechanical Workshop, computer study rooms, lecture theatres, teaching rooms, offices and the reception.

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:00 - 18:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 18:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 18:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 18:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 18:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The University of Bristol campus is located in the St Michael's Hill area of Bristol, in the centre of the City.
    The campus can be reached by using the M32 from the M4 and M5.
    Exit the M4 at junction 19, signed for the M32 and follow the M32 southwest into Bristol.
    Continue onto the A4032, and continue straight on to the A4044 (Bond Street).
    At St James Barton Roundabout take the 2nd exit, onto Marlborough Street (B4051).
    Continue to follow Marlborough Street, passing Bristol Royal Infirmary and Bristol Royal Hospital for Children.
    Take the left hand lane and continue straight ahead at the traffic lights.
    Continue along Park Row, and turn right onto Woodland Road.
    Proceed up the hill to the crossroads.
    At the crossroads turn right onto Tyndall Avenue, at the centre of the campus.
  • Parking in building car parks is by permit only. Blue Badge holders require a permit to park in university car parks.
    On-street parking and public car parks are available in the St Michael's Hill area. On-street parking is time limited, however Blue Badge holders are not subject to any charges of time limits.
• By Bus View
  • The 9 and 72 bus services from Bristol Temple Meads train station run a combined frequency of every 15 minutes at peak times and stop at Tyndall Avenue on the University campus. The journey takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
    The number 8 service from Bristol Temple Meads train station runs at least every 10 minutes at peak times and stops by The Berkeley pub on Queen's Road opposite the Wills Memorial Building before heading towards the Richmond Building (Students' Union) and Clifton village. The journey takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
    The 1, 2, 3 and 4 and the One bus services all stop in the Park Street, Triangle, Whiteladies Road area, a couple of minutes away from the University.
    The Bristol Unibus service connects the Stoke Bishop halls of residences with the University campus and city centre.
• By Train View
  • The nearest mainline station to the University is Bristol Temple Meads. Buses and taxis are available from the station to the campus. Bristol Temple Meads is served by CrossCountry, GWR, and South Western Railway.
    The nearest local train station is Clifton Down. There are no direct buses from the station to the campus. Clifton Down is served by GWR.
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  • University Parking Information.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • FirstGroup Bristol Route Map.
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  • National Rail Enquiries Bristol Temple Meads.
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Useful Information

• To see more information on Disability Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0117 331 0444.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Study Support please click here (opens new tab).
• To see more information on Health and Wellbeing please click here (opens new tab).
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0117 954 6640.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Parking at Residences 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 in front of the building, on Tankard's Way.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 7 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 304cm x 400cm (9ft 12in x 13ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 115m (125yd 2ft) from the ramped entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 198cm x 454cm (6ft 6in x 14ft 11in).
  • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Royal Fort Road.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Student Permits are free for Blue Badge holders (or where permission has been granted).
  • On-street parking is limited to 2 hours between 08:00 and 18:00.
  • Parking restrictions do not apply to Blue Badge holders.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building on University Walk.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 145cm (4ft 9in).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 15 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.
• Comments View
  • There is a UCard reader for out of hours access to the building.
  • The height of the UCard reader is 111cm.
  • The height of the push pad is 72cm to enter and 86cm to exit. They are 70cm high on the second set of doors.

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Outside Access (Royal Fort Garden Entrance Gate)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the left hand side of the building, in Royal Fort Garden.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open (at the time of the survey).
  • The width of the door opening is 105cm (3ft 5in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
• Comments View
  • This gate gives access to the accessible entrance.
  • This gate is accessed by UCard out of hours.
  • The height of the UCard reader is 112cm.

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Outside Access (Ramped Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • A UCard is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located on the path leading to the entrance and in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on the left going up the ramp.
• Comments View
  • The width of the ramp on the pathway leading to the entrance is 97cm (shown in photographs 8 and 9).
  • This entrance gives direct access to the first floor.

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Reception (Main Reception)

• The main reception is located on the ground floor, to the front left of the building as you exit the lift.
• The desk is 12m (13yd 4in) from the lift.
• Clear signage for the reception area is not visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are moderate to good.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • There are fixed hearing loops on the main reception desk and in the ground floor meeting room.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• Comments View
  • There are automatic doors operated by push pads in corridors on the ground and first floors (photographs 1 & 2 show two of these).
  • Photograph 3 shows a seating area on the first floor.
  • Photographs 4-7 show the corridors.
  • Photographs 8 & 9 show signage and photograph 10 shows one of the teaching rooms.

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Other Floors (Ground to First Floor)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • The stairs are located to the right as you enter via the ramped entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 18m from the ramped entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the stairwell on the ground floor.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Other Floors (First to Fourth Floor)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, 3 and 4.
  • The stairs are located to the front right of the building on the first floor as you enter via the ramped entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 18m from the ramped entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located along the corridor to the right as you enter via the ramped entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
• There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby on the ground floor.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1200lbs.
• The lift is approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the ramped entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 83cm (2ft 9in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 134cm x 95cm (4ft 5in x 3ft 1in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift controls are within 145cm - 161cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • Wall mounted information boards are provided at the lift landings on the first and second floors.

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Lecture Theatre(s) (Lecture Theatre 1)

• Directional and locational signage for the lecture theatre(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the lecture theatre(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the lecture theatre(s).
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the lecture theatre(s).
• The door(s) for the lecture theatre(s) is/are push pad activated.
• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users within the lecture theatre(s).
• The designated spaces for wheelchairs users are located at the back.
• There is level access to the designated seating from an entrance.
• There is space for an assistance dog.
• There is not step free access to the speaker's area at the front of the lecture theatre(s).
• The speaker's area is accessed via the staggered seating.
• The height of the speaker's desk/table is 67cm.
• The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the lectern is 94cm.
• The lectern is not height adjustable.
• There is staggered seating within the lecture theatre(s).
• The steps to the staggered seating do have handrails.
• The steps have handrails which are wall mounted on either side of the room.
• There is a hearing assistance system for the lecture theatre(s).
• There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the lecture theatre(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the lecture theatre(s).
• There is fixed furniture within the lecture theatre(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the lecture theatre(s) ranges between 72cm and 75cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the lecture theatre(s).
• Floor coverings in the lecture theatre(s) are even with no trip hazards.

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Lecture Theatre(s) (Lecture Theatre 2)

• Directional and locational signage for the lecture theatre(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the lecture theatre(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the lecture theatre(s).
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the lecture theatre(s).
• The door(s) for the lecture theatre(s) is/are push pad activated.
• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users within the lecture theatre(s).
• The designated spaces for wheelchairs users are located at the back.
• There is level access to the designated seating from an entrance.
• There is space for an assistance dog.
• There is not step free access to the speaker's area at the front of the lecture theatre(s).
• The speaker's area is accessed via the staggered seating.
• The height of the speaker's desk/table is 66cm.
• The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the lectern is 91cm.
• The lectern is not height adjustable.
• There is staggered seating within the lecture theatre(s).
• The steps to the staggered seating do have handrails.
• The steps have handrails which are wall mounted on either side of the room.
• There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the lecture theatre(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the lecture theatre(s).
• There is fixed furniture within the lecture theatre(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 72cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the lecture theatre(s).
• Floor coverings in the lecture theatre(s) are even with no trip hazards.

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Standard Shower

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located next to the male toilets in the reception area of the ground floor.
• There is not level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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• Comments View
  • There is a 18cm step to access the shower.

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Accessible Toilet (Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the ramped entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, to the centre of the building, next to the lift.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens by sliding (automatically).
  • The door is locked by a push button or pad.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 240cm x 324cm (7ft 10in x 10ft 8in).
  • There is a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 174cm (5ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is not a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is not a soap dispenser.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the sink is 74cm.
  • The taps are lever mixer.
  • There is a soap dispenser at the second sink which cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • There is also a second sink.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 92cm.
  • The door to the accessible toilet is operated by push button.
  • There is a flip down baby change in the transfer space with a height of 88cm.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Location of Standard Toilet(s) View
  • There are male and female standard toilets facilities on the ground floor.
  • There are female standard toilets facilities on the second floor and the fourth floor.
  • There are male standard toilets facilities on the third floor.
• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A female standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor, to the rear of the building as you exit the lift.
  • There is a male standard toilet in the same location.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 10m from the lift.
  • There is not a/are not cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.
  • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.
• Comments View
  • The male and female toilets are by the main entrance.
  • Photograph 3 shows the male toilets.

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Outside Access (Physics Mechanical and Glass Workshop Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front left of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • A UCard is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 118cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The width of the door opening is 135cm (4ft 5in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Comments View
  • There is an entry phone on the wall to the left of the entrance (shown in photograph 4).
  • The height to the top button of the entry phone is 141cm.

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Getting Around (Physics Mechanical and Glass Workshop)

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the area.
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is not clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is no directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.