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Route From Cyprus DLR Station to The SportsDock

Docklands Campus, The University of East London, 4 - 6 University Way, London, E16 2RD

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Overview - Cyprus DLR Station to the SportsDock

Exit station from Platform 1

  • Proceed from the platform edge to the exit at the rear of the station via the ramp. At the top of the ramp turn right.
  • The approximate distance of this section of the route is 30m.
  • This section of the route has surfaced footpaths.
  • Surfaced footpaths consist of: concrete, block paving and paving slabs.
  • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces and street furniture.
  • Footpaths are step-free but have slight ramps.
  • Only some of the footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • Signage here includes: wayfinding.
  • There are not any seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The route is via a slight ramp to the left of the platform with a handrail on the left going up, which switches to the right for the last part.
  • At the top of the top of the ramp, turn right. This ramp overcomes the steps from the platform. There is a similar ramp to the right of the platform.

Footbridge to UEL Reception

  • Proceed from the exit of the station, turn right to cross the footbridge and continue to the Campus and the UEL Reception via the underpass.
  • The approximate distance of this section of the route is 30m.
  • This section of the route has surfaced footpaths.
  • Surfaced footpaths consist of: block paving and paving slabs.
  • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: bollards.
  • Footpaths are step-free but have slight slopes.
  • The footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • Signage here includes: wayfinding, information boards and maps.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

Through UEL Reception via lift

  • Enter the UEL Reception which has shiny vinyl flooring via the single manual door which has a width of 102cm.
  • Pass by the Reception counter to your left and the lift door is at the end on the left. The door has a width of 96cm.
  • Enter the lift and travel up to the next level.
  • Exit the lift, turn right and proceed along the path towards University Square and University Way.
  • The approximate distance of this section of the route is 20m.
  • This section of the route has surfaced footpaths.
  • Surfaced footpaths consist of: block paving and paving slabs.
  • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: bollards.
  • Footpaths are step-free but have slight slopes.
  • Only some of the footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • Signage here includes: wayfinding.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

Alternate route via slope past the Reception Building

  • Proceed to the right of the UEL Reception entrance, continuing straight on up the slight slope to the exit onto the path leading to University Square. This route bypasses the section through UEL Reception and the use of the platform lift.
  • The approximate distance of this section of the route is 20m.
  • This section of the route has surfaced footpaths.
  • Surfaced footpaths consist of: block paving and paving slabs.
  • Footpaths are step-free but have slight slopes.
  • The footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • Signage here includes: wayfinding.
  • There are not any seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

Cross University Way

  • This is an unmarked crossing point (without controls or markings).
  • The crossing point has flush kerbs.
  • Flush kerbs do not have tactile paving.
  • This section crosses from University Square across to the footpath at the far side of University Way where you turn left.
  • There are bollards on both sides of University Way.

Path along the far side of University Way to Kwame House

  • Proceed along University Way, following the path to Kwame House until you reach the pedestrian crossing on your left .
  • The approximate distance of this section of the route is 200m.
  • This section of the route has surfaced footpaths.
  • Surfaced footpaths consist of: tarmac and paving slabs.
  • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces, bollards, bins and street furniture.
  • Footpaths are step-free but have very easy slopes.
  • The majority of the footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • Signage here includes: information boards.
  • There are not any seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

Cross back across University Way

  • This is a zebra crossing point.
  • The crossing point has flush kerbs.
  • Flush kerbs do not have tactile paving.
  • Proceed to cross at this point and turn right towards the SportsDock.

Cross entrance to Docklands Campus Car Park

  • This is an unmarked crossing point (without controls or markings).
  • The crossing point has dropped kerbs.
  • Dropped kerbs have tactile paving.

North side of University Way to SportsDock rear entrance

  • Proceed along the north side of University Way and down the slope to the left which leads to the courtyard area in front of the SportsDock rear entrance.
  • The approximate distance of this section of the route is 45m.
  • This section of the route has surfaced footpaths.
  • Surfaced footpaths consist of: tarmac and block paving.
  • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: bollards and bins.
  • Footpaths are step-free but have slight slopes.
  • Only some of the footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • Signage here includes: wayfinding and information boards.
  • There are not any seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • There are 5 clearly marked steps off University Way with handrails on both sides to access the SportsDock entrance. These steps are bypassed by the previously mentioned sloped footpaths.