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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the grounds include Teaching Rooms, Laboratories, Lecture Theatres and the Library.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • From the North Leave the M5 at Junction 21 and take the A370 signposted to Bristol. In Congresbury turn right at the first set of traffic lights and follow the road (B3133) signposted to Cheddar and Churchill. The entrance to the Bristol Veterinary School is approximately three miles on the left. From the South West Leave the M5 at Junction 22 and take the A38 towards Bristol Airport. Turn left onto the B3133 and take the first exit on the mini roundabout onto Stock Lane. The entrance to the Bristol Veterinary School is on your right.
  • There is parking located around the Langford Campus.
• By Bus View
  • The First A2 Link service operates in the Langford area and can be used in conjunction with the X1 service which runs between Bristol Bus and Coach Station and Weston super Mare.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Yatton approximately four miles away.
• Useful Links View
  • Information on Bus services.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • The national rail services websites information on Yatton Station.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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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].
• Disability Services is located on the lower ground floor of Hampton House. The reception team is available here from 09:30 to 16:00 Monday to Friday.
• Telephone Number: 0117 394 1649.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Enquiries team is here to answer any questions regarding study and admission to the University.
• To see more information on Accommodation Office please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0117 954 6640.
• Email: [email protected].
• The accommodations office is located in the Hawthorns.
• To see more information on Careers Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0117 928 8221.
• Email: [email protected].
• The careers office is located in 5 Tyndall Avenue and is open during term time between 09:30 and 16:45 Monday to Friday.
• There is disability awareness training for staff at the university.

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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 staff and visitors.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located in front 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 available.
  • There is/are 1 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 240cm x 430cm (7ft 10in x 14ft 1in).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 43m (47yd 1in) from the Churchill Building main 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 not have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • There is not a/are not Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
  • The car park is located to the rear of the Langford campus to the right of the Churchill Building.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the rear of the Langford campus to the right of the Churchill Building.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Churchill Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by staff, visitors and permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Comments View
  • There is additional parking situated around the campus.

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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.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 128cm (4ft 2in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp is 148cm (4ft 10in).
• 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 2 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.

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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 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 all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • There is a hearing loop located in the lecture theatre.

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Reception (Diagnostic Laboratories)

• The Diagnostic Laboratories is located to the left of the Churchill Building.
• The desk is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Clear signage for the reception area is 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 not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is a bell to attract attention.
• The bell is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Lecture Theatre(s)

• 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).
• There are three deep steps to reach the speakers area on the lower ground floor.
• The height of the speaker's desk/table is 100cm.
• The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
• There is (staggered) tiered seating within the lecture theatre(s).
• The steps to the (staggered) tiered seating do have handrails.
• The steps have handrails on the right going up.
• There is a hearing assistance system for the lecture theatre(s).
• There is a visual fire alarm beacon in 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.
• The lecture theatre is accessed on the ground floor and the first floor. The first floor accesses a balcony with staggered seating. The doors to which are automatic via push pad. There is a designated space at the rear of the lecture theatre on the ground floor balcony. There is level access to all seating on the lower ground floor. The doors to access this area are manual.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G and 1.
  • The stairs are located in front of you on entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 6m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • 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.
  • There are similar staircases elsewhere in the building.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to your left on entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are B, G and 1.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1585kg.
• The lift is approximately 24m (26yd 9in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 116cm (3ft 10in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 186cm x 157cm (6ft 1in x 5ft 2in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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Entrance (Accessible Library Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to your right on exiting the lift on the first floor.
  • There is step free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • A UCard is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are single (with a locked extension leaf).
  • The width of the door opening is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• Comments View
  • This entrance is for accessible use only the main entrance into the library is located at the top of the staircase in front of you on entrance into the building.
  • This entrance can be seen in photograph 2.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are not available for computer users.

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Reception (Library Information Desk)

• The Library Information Desk is located to your right on exiting the lift.
• The desk is 12m (13yd 4in) from the Library Entrance.
• Clear signage for the reception area is not visible from the lift.
• There is step free access to this reception area, via lift.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are moderate to good.
• The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.

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Accessible Shower

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the ground floor accessible toilet.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Accessible Toilet (Ground Floor, Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located along the main corridor to the left on entrance.
  • 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 inwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 215cm x 310cm (7ft 1in x 10ft 2in).
  • 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 140cm (4ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 167cm and 180cm from the floor.
• 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 not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 94cm.
• 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 good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Lecture Theatre Corridor, Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located at the end of the Lecture Theatre Corridor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Churchill Building 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 Braille and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • 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.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 186cm x 240cm (6ft 1in x 7ft 10in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a 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 good.
  • 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 a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 175cm and 187cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is 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 47cm (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 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 79cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 102cm (3ft 4in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Location of Standard Toilet(s) View
  • There are shared standard toilets facilities on the ground floor, the first floor and the second floor.
• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A shared standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located to your right on entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 8m from the main entrance.
  • 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.