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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; main reception, Chapman Gallery, café, computer rooms, teaching rooms and lecture theatre.
  • Step free access into the Science Block is located towards the north of the building on the ground floor.
    There is step free access into the Hutton Building towards the south of the building on the ground floor.
    There is stepped access on the ground floor leading into the Wright Building.
  • Science Block link (new tab) - click here.
  • Wright Building link (new tab) - click here.
  • Hutton Building link (new tab) - click here.
  • Hut Q Research Centre link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located near the main reception, along the LB corridor on the ground floor and along the D100 corridor on the ground floor.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located near the main reception, along the LB corridor on the ground floor and along the D100 corridor on the ground floor.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located near the main reception, along the LB corridor on the ground floor and along the D100 corridor on the ground floor.

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Lecture Theatre(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E350 - Lecture Theatre please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E351 - Lecture Theatre please click here (new tab).
• Teaching Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for LC152 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for LC154 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for B160 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for B166 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for B200 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for C152 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for C154 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for C214 - Classroom please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for D102 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for D110 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for D118 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for D120 please click here (new tab).
• Computer Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for LB154 - Computer Laboratory please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for LB216 - Cyber Security Lab please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for LB252 - Computing Laboratory please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for B154 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for C160 - Computer Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for D205 - Properties of Materials Lab please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for D217B please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E150 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E250 - PC Lab B please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E251 - PC Lab A please click here (new tab).

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • College Lane Campus is 2 miles to the southwest of the Hatfield town centre.
    It can be accessed from the west via the A1(M) and the south via the M25 and A1(M).
    From the St Albans city centre, head east on Victoria Street for 0.5 miles and turn left onto the B691.
    Then proceed straight onto the A1057 and continue along this road for another 3.5 miles.
    Then at the roundabout take the second exit and take the second exit again at the Comet Roundabout, onto Cavendish Way.
    After a short distance take the second exit at the next roundabout and proceed for 0.5 miles along Bishops Rise.
    Then take the third exit at the final roundabout and you will have entered the campus grounds.
    From the Welwyn Garden City centre, proceed south along Parkway for 0.8 miles. Then at the roundabout take the second exit onto the A6129 and continue on the A6129 by taking the first exit at the next roundabout. Then proceed onto the A1(M), travelling southwards and stay on the A1(M) for 2.2 miles. Take the number three exit onto the Roehyde Interchange, and at this roundabout take the first exit onto Roehyde Way (A1001). After a short distance turn left onto College Lane and you will have entered the campus grounds.
  • Daily visitors may park for up to 2 hours free parking in the Visitors’ car park that is located at the end of the road that is to the left as you enter the campus grounds and goes past the Reception building.
    For longer stays in this car park, you will need to pay on the day, or you can register with Hozah for a discounted cost.
  • For more information on parking at the University of Hertfordshire please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • There are several bus stops that surround the College Lane Campus.
    These are located on College Lane and Roberts Way.
    The bus services at these stops include the 341, 602, 610 and 612 Dragonfly, 614 and 644 The Comet, 635, 641, 653 Tigermoth and Shuttle (South Hatfield).
    The providers of these buses are Unobus and Sullivan buses.
  • For more information on a bus provider please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Hatfield.
  • College Lane Campus is approximately 2.6 miles southwest of Hatfield station.
    This station is a category B3 station with step free access to platform 1 only, whereas platform 2 can only be accessed via steps.
    This station is served by Greater Northern rail and Thames Link Railway.
  • For more information on Hatfield train station please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on train providers at Hatfield train station please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • The University page giving more information on getting to the campus.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • A map of College Lane Campus.
  • 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 Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01707 284453.
• Email: [email protected].
• Accommodation support for College Lane Campus.
• To see more information on Accommodation Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01707 284063.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Student Support Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01707 285022.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Online Library please click here (opens new tab).
• To see more information on Parking at the University of Hertfordshire please click here (opens new tab).

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is B Visitor Car Park.
  • The car park is located off College Lane.
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 210cm x 525cm (6ft 11in x 17ft 3in).
  • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on the street between Main Building and Wright Building.
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (B Visitor Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the west of the main building off College Lane.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the main 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 and block paving.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • There is/are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 240cm x 500cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to one side and the rear.
  • The marked zone is 130cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by visitors.
  • Parking charges apply for all users.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment can be made by phone.
  • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is a designated drop off point in this car park.
  • There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
  • The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main building main reception entrance.
  • Parking is free for up to two hours.

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Outside Access (Main Reception Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the main reception area on the lower ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'University of Hertfordshire Main Reception / Hello From Herts'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 202cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 107cm.

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Outside Access (North Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located towards the north of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor DC corridor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Main Building North Entrance DC Corridor'.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to exit the main automatic doors.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 110cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Outside Access (LB Corridor Ramped or Stepped)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the southwest of the building on the lower ground floor.
  • This entrance gives access to LB corridor.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 135cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 13cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Outside Access (Main Reception Alternate Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right of the main reception entrance.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 98cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Outside Access (East Single Door Automatic Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located towards the east of the building on the ground floor.
  • This entrance gives access to D corridor.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

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Outside Access (LB Corridor Ramped Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the southwest of the building on the lower ground floor.
  • This entrance gives access to LB corridor on the lower ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 165cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 142cm.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Outside Access (LC204 and LC206)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located towards the centre of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the corridor containing LC204 and LC206 on the lower ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 126cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Outside Access (East Entrance Manual Double Door)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located towards the east of the building on the ground floor.
  • This entrance gives access to the E area of the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Main Building'.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 83cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the ramp.

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Outside Access (LC261 - LC271)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in the centre of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to rooms LC261 - LC271.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 98cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located either side of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

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Outside Access (East Entrance Single Manual Door)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the east of the main building.
  • This entrance gives access to the east corridor on the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

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Entrance (Wright Building)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the second floor to the west of the Wright Building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor to the east of the main building.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 165cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located immediately beyond the entrance doors.
  • There is/are 27 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are not easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.

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Entrance (Hutton Building)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off the Hutton Building.
  • This entrance gives access to the south of the main building.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 142cm.

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Reception (Main Reception)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located in front of you on entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main reception entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 100cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is a touch screen.
  • The touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 85cm and 115cm.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles and laminate.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There are sofas only in the waiting area.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building.
  • There is sloped/ramped access to access rooms LC152 and LC154 on the lower ground floor.
    There is a ramp between the main reception foyer area and the LB corridor on the lower ground floor.
  • There is stepped access to between the main reception foyer area and the LB corridor on the lower ground floor which can be overcome via a ramp.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is wood and carpet.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.

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Ramp(s) / Slope(s) and Step(s) (Main Reception to LB Corridor)

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• Ramp / Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope located between the main reception area and the LB corridor.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the LB147 to LB256 corridor and rooms LC200 to LC272.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 125cm (4ft 1in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) located between the main reception area and the LB corridor.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the LB147 to LB256 corridor and rooms LC200 to LC272.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
  • The ramp can be seen in photograph 1.
    The steps can be seen in photograph 2.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (LC152 and LC154)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located to the rear right of the reception area.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access LC152 and LC154.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.

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Opening Times (Rore Café)

• The venue has seasonal opening times.
• Please click here for information on opening times.

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Eating and Drinking (Rore Café)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the café.
  • The café is located to the right of the main reception.
  • There is step-free access to the café.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; written wall menus.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are not available.
  • This area does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 86cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 68cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 74cm.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 68cm.
  • Some tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • There are also high tables, long tables, bench seats and high stools.
  • The type of flooring in this area is tiles and laminate.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Reception (Administration Office)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located along the C200 corridor.
  • The reception point is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the east single automatic door entrance.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is not a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 108cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is not staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is obstructed.
  • There is bench seating only.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Reception (D117 Vehicle Simulation Laboratory)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located in room D117.
  • The reception point is approximately 60m (65yd 1ft) from the north entrance.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is not a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 110cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is not staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is a touch screen.
  • The touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 120cm and 130cm.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Other Floors (Rear Reception)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the rear of the reception area.
  • The stairs are approximately 25m from the main reception entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the ground floor.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG and G.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.
• Other Information View
  • The service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are rooms 1E15 - 1E124 which are accessed by a separate set of 15+ medium steps. (Photograph 3).
  • There is an additional set of steps between the lower ground and ground floors along the LB corridor on the lower ground floor.

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Lift (Rear Reception)

• The lift is located to the rear of the main reception.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main reception entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG and G.
• The weight limit for the lift is 800kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 135cm x 140cm (4ft 5in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Exhibition(s) (Chapman Gallery)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • The entrance/opening is clearly signed.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance/opening.
  • Access to the Chapman Gallery is either via a heavy single door with a width of over 75cm or a heavy set of double doors with a width of over 75cm.
• Circulation View
  • There is level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is not provided in this area.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet and stone.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There are resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Background music is not played.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are good.
• Exhibition(s) View
  • There are no exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • The distance between the lowest exhibit and the floor is 16cm.
  • There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
• Exit View
  • Visitors exit via the entrance/opening.

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Reception (Vice Chancellors Reception)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located towards the southwest of the building on the ground floor.
  • The reception point is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the rear reception lift.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 106cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There are armchairs and sofas in the waiting area.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Toilet with Adaptations (LB202A - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located along LB corridor on the lower ground floor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the LB corridor ramped 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, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 80cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is medium.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 157cm x 207cm (5ft 2in x 6ft 9in).
  • The accessible toilet does not 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female 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 high.
  • 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 high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • 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 73cm (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 high.
  • 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 91cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 99cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Toilet with Adaptations (LB139 - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear of the main reception on the lower ground floor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main reception 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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 158cm x 210cm (5ft 2in x 6ft 11in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female 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 high.
  • 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 high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 152cm 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 wall which acts as a backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • 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 99cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • 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 73cm (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 high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 93cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Toilet with Adaptations (D116 - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the east of the building along D corridor on the ground floor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the North 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, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is medium.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 190cm x 286cm (6ft 3in x 9ft 5in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • 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 high.
  • 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder cannot 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • 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 high.
  • 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 118cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the rear of the reception.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the main reception entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • There are vertical wall mounted rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • This toilet can be seen in photographs 1 and 2.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female and male toilets are located along the D corridor to the north of the main building on the ground floor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 40m from the north entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The toilet can be seen in photographs 3, 4 and 5.