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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the art cafe, art collections, auditorium and sound studios.

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• Comments View
  • There is normally an internal entrance and a platform lift leading from the Larkin building to the lower ground floor of Middleton Hall.
  • At the time of this survey there was major refurbishment work taking place within the Larkin building and this entrance and lift were out of use and could not be surveyed.
  • Due to these building works all of the distances to the Chapel, Changing Places and Accessible and Standard Toilets have been measured from the Middleton Hall main entrance and the main lift.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The University Campus is located to the North of the city centre. There are three entrances to the campus, two off Cottingham Road to the South of the campus, and one off Inglemire Lane to the North. Both of these roads are accessed off Beverley Road (A1079) which leads North from the city centre.
  • Permit parking is available throughout the campus, and there is a pay and display car park located next to the Wilberforce Car Park, on the Eastern side of the campus.
• By Bus View
  • Bus routes 103 and 105 stop on Cottingham Road, to the South of the campus. U5, 9A and Simplibus 9 stop on Inglemire Lane to the North. 9A, 115, Simplibus 5 and Simplibus 9 stop on Cranbrook Avenue to the East.
• By Train View
  • Hull Paragon Station is located in the city centre, just over 2 miles from the campus. Bus routes 103 and 105 can be used to reach the campus for Hull Paragon Interchange.
• Useful Links View
  • Please see the University web site for more information on how to get to the campus.
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  • The Bus Times website, for more information on buses to the University.
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  • The National Rail Enquiries website, for details on trains to Hull Paragon, and station information.
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Useful Information

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• Telephone Number: 01482 466 042.
• Email: [email protected].
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• Telephone Number: 01482 462 222.
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• Telephone Number: 01482 462 222.
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• Telephone Number: 01482 462 020.
• Email: [email protected].
• Staff receive Disability Equality training.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Visitors Parking)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located in front of the Venn building and in front of and to the left of Middleton Hall.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Venn and Middleton Hall.
  • 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 available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 470cm x 490cm (15ft 5in x 16ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by visitors, Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
• 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 sloped access to the car park from the Middleton Hall building.
  • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Middleton Hall building.
  • The nearest designated bay is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the Middleton Hall building main entrance.

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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 and stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • 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 211cm (6ft 11in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) both ways.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 179cm (5ft 10in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located ahead, just past the second set of doors.
  • There is / are 9 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.
• Lift View
  • There is a lift to access this entrance.
  • The lift does bypass the step(s).
  • The lift does not bypass the ramp.

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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 and pictorial directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is 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 the majority of corridors.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does play background music.
  • Music is played in the auditorium and chapel during some events and activities.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance loop is located within the auditorium.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G.
  • The stairs are located within the main entrance lobby.
  • The stairs are approximately 18m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
• Other View
  • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the East and West galleries.

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Lift (Main)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located between the first and second set of doors at the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, UG.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 145cm x 150cm (4ft 9in x 4ft 11in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not 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 loop 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 medium.

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• Comments View
  • This lift overcomes the steps just past the second set of doors.

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Eating and Drinking (Art Café)

• The following information is for the café.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• All chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main lift.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 37cm (1ft 3in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 64cm (2ft 1in).
• The standard height for tables is 64cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold drinks and cold snacks.

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Auditorium

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located the front of the auditorium.
• Wheelchairs are left with the patron.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit either beside or behind.
• It is 16m (17yd) from the designated seating area to the nearest adapted toilet.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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Entrance (Internal Entrance to Rear Right of Lower Ground Floor)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the lower ground floor in the right hand corridor.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 145cm (4ft 9in).
• Comments View
  • This door is located on the lower ground floor right hand corridor and gives access to the Chapel, Ensemble Rooms, Mixing Room, Recording Studios, Back stage areas and the lower ground floor rear right corridor accessible toilet.

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Chapel

• The Chapel is located on the basement level at the rear right of the building and is accessed via the lower ground floor internal entrance.
• The Chapel caters for many denominations including Anglican, Roman Catholic, U.R.C. and Chinese church.
• Please check with the university for the Chapel opening times.
• There is step free access to the Chapel via the main lift.
• The Chapel entrance is 29m from the main lift.
• There is level access to the Chapel via the main lift.
• There are 2 sets of doors to enter the Chapel.
• The left hand set of doors are double (shown in photograph 1).
• The left hand set of doors open towards you (pull).
• The left hand set of doors are heavy.
• The left hand set of doors are 156cm wide.
• The right hand set of doors are similar but with a door width of 135cm (shown in photograph 2).
• There is level access throughout the Chapel seating area.
• There is a step to the front of lectern.
• The step is medium height (16cm).
• The step is not clearly marked.
• The step does not have handrails.
• There is a second identical step to the rear of the lectern.
• There is seating in the Chapel.
• The seating does not have armrests.
• There is a bookshelf.
• The height of the lowest shelf is 79cm.
• The height of the highest shelf is 150cm.
• There is not a hearing assistance loop.

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located on the lower ground floor in the front left corner.
  • The facility is approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the main lift.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • It is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 390cm x 252cm (12ft 10in x 8ft 3in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 190cm (6ft 3in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Drop down rails are provided for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is not available.
  • It is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from the floor).
• Accessible Shower View
  • Accessible shower facilities are available.
  • The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head and handrails.
• Comments View
  • The shower does not have a seat but it does cover the changing bench.

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Accessible Toilet (Lower Ground Floor Front Left Corridor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Main lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left as you exit the main lift on the lower ground floor.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 156cm x 212cm (5ft 1in x 6ft 11in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • 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 not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 149cm and 159cm 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • 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 98cm.
• 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 poor.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Accessible Toilet (Lower Ground Floor Rear Right Corridor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 37m (40yd 1ft) from the main lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the lower ground floor at the very end of the rear right corridor.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 240cm x 201cm (7ft 10in x 6ft 7in).
  • 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 175cm (5ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not 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 and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 the left.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 107cm (3ft 6in).
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 107cm (3ft 6in).
  • 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 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • 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 102cm.
• 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 poor.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • There are male and female standard toilets facilities on the lower ground floor.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the lower ground, floor in the front left hand corridor.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.