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James Cameron Gifford Library

University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington Campus, College Road, Sutton Bonington, Leicestershire, LE12 5RB

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Summary

  • Service View
  • Building View
    • Services / Facilities within the building include; a lending library, reference library, bookable computer spaces, group studies areas, laptop loans, vending machines and a wellbeing social space corner with games and soft seating.
  • Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
    • Accessible toilet facilities with an accessible shower are located on the ground floor of the Main Building.
    • Female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor of the library.
    • Male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor of the library.

Opening Times (James Cameron Gifford Library)

  • Monday 08:00 - 22:00.
  • Tuesday 08:00 - 22:00.
  • Wednesday 08:00 - 22:00.
  • Thursday 08:00 - 22:00.
  • Friday 08:00 - 22:00.
  • Saturday 09:00 - 16:45.
  • Sunday 09:30 - 16:45.
  • Comments View
    • As of October 2022, the library is open 24 hours a day until Christmas 2022.

Getting Here (Sutton Bonington Campus)

  • By Road View
    • Sutton Bonington campus is 11 miles southwest of Nottingham city centre. It can be accessed from the north and west via the M1 or A6 / A50, from the east via the A453 Remembrance Way from Nottingham, and from the south via the A6 from Loughborough.
      From junction 24 of the M1, head south-east on Derby Road. After 0.4 miles bear left and follow signs toward Sutton Bonington via Side Ley and Station Road. Then follow signs to the University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington Campus on College Road.
      From Nottingham city centre, take the A453 Remembrance Way west. Take the E Midlands Parkway/Ratcliffe-on-Soar/Kingston/Marina Power Station junction, then Kegworth Road south-west. After 1.4 miles then turn left into Station Road then follow signs to the University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington Campus on College Road.
      From Loughborough and the south, take the A6 Derby Road north. After 3 miles turn right onto the A6006 Zouch Road. After 1 mile turn left into Park Lane then follow signs to the University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington Campus on College Road.
      Satnav users can use LE12 5RD for the quickest and most accurate journey.
    • Daily visitors may park for up to 2 hours free parking in the Visitors’ short-stay car park in front of the main building. Please report to the main campus reception to register details.
      For longer stays, park in the pay and display car park in front of the Sport’s Centre (or the overflow Minster car park) and pay at the ticket machine in the Sports Centre car park, or by using the RingGo smartphone app. Visitors may then park in any main car parks on the campus, accessed via the barrier entrances, either the main entrance on College Road or the south entrance on Landcroft Lane. Blue badge parking can be found across the campus. The campus map link is shown below.
      Please note that students are not eligible to use pay and park facilities and can only park on university campuses with permits.
    • For more information on the campus map at Sutton Bonington please click here (opens new tab).
  • By Bus View
    • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
    • There are several bus services which run to the Sutton Bonington Campus. The Skylink service, which runs between Loughborough and East Midlands Airport stops on College Road. The 865 service that runs from Nornaton Soar to the NET Park and Ride tram terminus in Clifton, stops on College Road. There is also a free inter-campus bus service for both staff and students.
      Services run from the main University Park Campus to:
      - Sutton Bonington Campus (route 901)
      - Royal Derby Hospital Centre
      - King's Meadow Campus
      - Jubilee Campus.
    • For more information on bus services for the University Park Campus please click here (opens new tab).
  • By Train View
  • By Tram View
    • The nearest tram stop is NET Tram Park and Ride - Clifton South.
    • Nottingham Express Transit’s (NET) trams service the city with direct links to the University Park Campus directly to Nottingham city centre - including Nottingham Train Station.
      The closest tram stop is located at the NET Tram Park and Ride - Clifton South. There is a direct bus link to the campus from here.
    • For more information on Nottingham trams please click here (opens new tab).
  • Useful Links View

Useful Information

Building Parking

  • The building does have its own dedicated parking.
  • Building Car Park View
    • The car park can be used by permit holders.
    • The car park is located to the front right 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 not available.
  • Site/Campus Car Parks View
    • There is a site/campus car park for staff and students within approximately 200m.
    • The name of the car park is M Block Costock Hall.
    • The car park is located to the front of M Block Costock Hall.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • Comments View
    • The dedicated parking for the library has two standard spaces and space for motorcycles.

Site/Campus Car Park (M Block - Costock Hall and N Block - Thrumpton Hall)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located in front of M Block - Costock Hall and N Block - Thrumpton Hall.
    • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are M Block - Costock Hall and N Block - Thrumpton 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 not available.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park can be used by permit holders.
    • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
  • Car Park Access View
    • There is step free access from this car park.
    • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
    • There is not a campus map available within the car park.

Site/Campus Car Park (North Laboratory)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located outside the North Laboratory.
    • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are North Laboratory and James Cameron Gifford Library.
    • 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 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 230cm x 470cm.
    • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
    • The marked zone is 150cm wide.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
  • Car Park Access View
    • There is step free access from this car park.
    • Buildings are clearly signposted from this car park.
    • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
    • The nearest designated bay is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the North Laboratory Entrance A.

Outside Access

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the front of the library.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'James Cameron Gifford Library'.
    • 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/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 85cm.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
    • There are security barriers at this entrance.
    • The minimum width between the fixed barriers is 75cm.
    • The width of the wider security barriers is 106cm.
    • There is a push bar turnstile after entry through the second set of doors.
      The width is 75cm and the height is 91cm.
      To exit the library there is a barrier with a width of 106cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located to the front of the entrance doors.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.

Entrance (From Main Building)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located on floor B of the Main Building.
    • This entrance gives access to the upper floor of the James Cameron Gifford Library.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'James Cameron-Gifford Library 24/7 Opening Hours'.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
    • 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 single width with a locked extension leaf.
    • The door(s) is/are light.
    • The width of the door opening is 88cm.

Reception

  • Reception View
    • The reception point is located to the left upon entry to the library.
    • The reception point is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
    • The reception area/desk is clearly 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 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 moderate to good.
    • The height of the reception counter is 95cm.
    • 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 74cm.
    • 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.
    • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
    • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
    • The type of system is a portable loop.
    • The hearing assistance system is signed.
    • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested on 12/10/2022.
    • The hearing loop was not working at the time of testing.
    • There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
    • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
  • Security Barriers View
    • There are security barriers at the reception.
    • The minimum width between the security barriers is 106cm.
    • The security barrier is for exit only; there is a turnstile to go through upon entrance with a width of 75cm and a height of 91cm.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
    • There is stepped access to computer rooms and study areas.
  • Circulation View
    • There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
    • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
    • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
    • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
    • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to 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.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
  • Comments View
    • There are several study rooms throughout the library.

Library

  • Library Circulation View
    • There is step-free access within the library.
    • The type of flooring in the library is carpet.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • There are potential trip hazards within the room.
  • Self Service Machines View
    • There is a/are self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
    • The self service book borrow/return machine(s) is/are located to the left after passing the reception desk.
    • The self service machine(s) touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 135cm and 113cm.
  • Library Services View
    • Any additional formats would be requested by the student at enrolment.
    • There are reading/study desks available.
    • The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 73cm in height.
    • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
    • Laptops are available to borrow from the library.
    • Auxiliary aids are available.
    • Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Ergonomic Chairs and Hand Held Magnifiers.
    • The library does have computers with accessible software.
    • Accessible software available includes: Texthelp Read&Write and Mindview.
    • Hand held magnifiers are available to borrow from the reception.
    • A member of staff is available to provide assistance.
    • There is a desk with computer to access a book and reference search.
      The desk height is 95cm with access to the keyboard at 99cm.

Assistive Technology Room

  • Room Access View
    • The room is located on the ground floor of the James Cameron Gifford Library.
    • The room is 57m from the James Cameron Gifford Library Entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the room.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Assistive Technology Room - Bookings Only'.
    • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
    • The entry push pad or push button is 73cm from floor level.
    • The exit push pad or push button is 106cm from floor level.
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • Room Details View
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room.
    • The majority of the desk(s) are 72cm in height.
    • There is a height adjustable desk in this area.
    • There are seats with armrests on both sides in the room.
    • Auxiliary aids are not available.
    • There are no computers with accessible software.
    • The type of flooring in the room is carpet.
    • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
    • Lighting levels are low to moderate.
    • There is only one desk/table which is adjustable.

Other Floors (Periodical Corridor Stairs)

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are located to the rear of the Periodical corridor on the ground floor of the Library.
    • The stairs are approximately 42m from the main entrance.
    • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
    • There are manual, light, double doors to exit the stairwell on the first floor.
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground and upper levels of the Library.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 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 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 moderate to good.
  • Other Information View
    • These stairs give access to Computer Rooms, Group and Silent Study Space. Also the upper level of the Library gives access via the link to floor B of the Main Building.

Other Floors (Right of Periodical Section Stairs)

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are located to the right of the Periodical Section.
    • The stairs are approximately 61m from the main entrance.
    • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
    • There are manual, heavy, double doors to exit the stairwell on the first floor.
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground and upper levels of the Library.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are not 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 the right going up.
    • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do not 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 low to moderate.
  • Other Information View
    • These stairs give access to computer rooms, study rooms and the study space.

Lift

  • The lift is located on the ground floor.
  • Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
  • The lift is approximately 46m (50yd 11in) from the James Cameron Gifford Library Entrance.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are ground and upper floors of the library.
  • The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
  • 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 medium.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
  • The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 108cm x 143cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 8in).
  • 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 have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.
  • The lift is located in the Periodical Section of the library. It gives access to the floors containing computer rooms, study rooms and the link door to floor B of the Main Building.

Study Rooms

  • There are various study rooms throughout the library, some of which need to be pre-booked.

Accessible Toilet(s)

  • There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
  • The nearest accessible toilet(s) is/are located on floor A of the Main Building.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female toilet is located along the adjoining corridor to the Periodical Section.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 33m from the James Cameron Gifford Library entrance.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 81cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Toilet Facilities 2 View
    • The male toilet is located along the adjoining corridor to the Periodical Section.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 37m from the James Cameron Gifford Library entrance.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 81cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • Urinals height is 66cm.