Skip to main content
The new name for DisabledGo

Search for accessible places to go

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Physics

University of Bristol, Tyndall Avenue, Bristol, City of Bristol, BS8 1TL

View Accessibility Symbols

Accessibility Symbols

For more information about what these symbols mean, view our Accessibility Symbols Guide.

Close this popup window.

Access Guide

Show Easy Read

Overview

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is step-free via a slight slope.
  • There are 3 entrances.
  • The 2 front entrances have automatic doors.
  • The rear entrance has a manual door.
  • The main entrance is signed H.H. Wills Physics Laboratory.
  • The basement entrance is signed B16/17 Enderby Lecture Theatre.
  • The rear entrance is signed H.H. Wills Physics Laboratory.
  • The most accessible entrance is at the front of the building, on Tyndall Avenue, and provides step-free access to the reception foyer on the ground floor.
  • There is ramp and stepped access at the basement entrance.
  • There is stepped access at the rear entrance.

Getting Around

  • There is step-free access throughout most of the building on each level.
  • There is stepped access to the restricted corridor areas on each floor.
  • The Bristol Physics Observatory can only be accessed by stairs on floor 4.
  • Floor surfaces along all circulation routes are hard and smooth, with some having a shiny finish.
  • There is seating within the ground floor lobby only.
  • Wall mounted wayfinding and room signage is provided throughout the building.
  • There are manual doors in some corridor and lobby areas, with some doors permanently held open.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located on the basement, ground and floor 2.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are located within the toilets with adaptations.
    • The female step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the ground and floor 3.
    • The male step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the ground, floor 1, 2, 3 and 4.
    • The gender inclusive standard toilet facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations on the ground floor.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located on the ground floor at the rear of the building.

Rooms and Services in the Building

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the front of the building, on Tyndall Avenue.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 6 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays have faded markings.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 232cm (width) x 466cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to one side and the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 119cm.
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
    • The nearest designated bay is 34m from the main entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access and a slight ramp or slope.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for staff permit holders only.
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There is 1 electric vehicle charging point.
    • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 236cm (width) x 466cm (depth).
    • The controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The charging points require an app.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • On-street Parking View
    • On-street standard parking is available.
    • Standard on-street car parking is available on Tyndall Avenue.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the building on Tyndall Avenue.
  • The approach to the entrance has bollards.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is ramped and stepped access at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • There are 9 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps have some clear markings.
  • The steps have tactile markings at the top and bottom.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 224cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located straight ahead after entering the building via the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 18m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • The basement, ground and floors 1, 2, 3 and 4 are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 1600kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a low visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 146cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 200cm (width) x 184cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
  • Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which vary in size.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located straight ahead from the main entrance.
  • There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
  • The basement, ground and floors 1, 2, 3 and 4 can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 20+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Toilet with Adaptations (Basement Floor - Left Handed Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor, near the B16/B17 Enderby Room.
    • The distance from the basement entrance is 9m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 180cm (width) x 219cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 114cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 100cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 83cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 99cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.