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Senate House - Global Lounge Reception

Senate House, University of Bristol, Tyndall Avenue, City of Bristol, BS8 1TH

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  • The Global Lounge Reception is located on the first floor, right of the lift.
  • The Global Lounge Reception is approximately 21m from the lift.
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  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the reception area.
  • There are double manual doors which open towards you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 192cm.
  • The doors have a medium visual contrast.

Counter

  • The counter is located to the right after you enter the reception area.
  • The distance from the reception area entrance is 7m.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 74cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: armchairs.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.