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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; The University of Nottingham Social and Sports Club bar, function suite, snooker room, table tennis room, darts area and family room.
  • Services / Facilities within the grounds include; garden seating and a play area.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located to the right as you enter.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located to the right as you enter and ahead as you enter the rear annexe.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located to the right as you enter and ahead as you enter the rear annexe.

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Opening Times

• Monday 19:30 - 23:00.
• Tuesday Closed.
• Wednesday 19:30 - 23:00.
• Thursday 12:00 - 14:00.
• Thursday 19:30 - 23:00.
• Friday 12:00 - 15:00.
• Friday 19:30 - 23:00.
• Saturday 12:00 - 23:00.
• Sunday 12:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday 19:30 - 23:00.

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Getting Here (University Park Campus West Entrance)

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• By Road View
  • The campus is located 2 miles to the west of Nottingham City Centre.
    It can be accessed from the north or south via the M1 and the A52.
    University Park is the University of Nottingham’s largest campus and there are 3 entrances onto the site; North Entrance, South Entrance and West Entrance.
    The West Entrance is accessed off Beeston Lane which is situated between A6005 (University Boulevard) and A6464 (Woodside Road).
    Satnav users can use NG7 2RD for the quickest and most accurate journey.
  • If you are visiting the campus temporarily, then you should park in one of the pay and display car parks on campus. These car parks are highlighted on the campus map below.
    Blue Badge parking can be found in these main pay and display car parks and also in building car parks throughout the site.
  • For more information on parking on campus 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 through the University Park Campus. These include; St Peter's Court Shuttle, 34, 34C, N34 Night Service and 36U.
    Bus stops can be found in; East Drive, Portland Hill, Library Road and Beeston Lane.
    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
    - Royal Derby Hospital Centre
    - King's Meadow Campus
    - Jubilee Campus
    There are bus stops nearby to the West Entrance on Woodside Road which serve route 36.
    There are bus stops nearby to the West Entrance on University Boulevard which serve the Indigo Route.
    There is a University West Entrance (Stop UN33) which serves routes 36U and 904 Hopperbus.
  • For more information on bus services for the University Park Campus please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Beeston .
  • University Park Campus is approximately 1.2 miles to the north of Beeston Station which is an approximately 25 min journey or can be done using public transport.
    This station is served by the CrossCountry and East Midlands rail companies.
    The University Park Campus is approximately 2.9 miles to the west of Nottingham Station, approximately a 50 min walk or a short journey by public transport.
    This station is served by the CrossCountry, East Midlands and Northern Rail companies.
    A tram goes directly from Nottingham Train Station to University Park.
  • For more information on getting to the university by train please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on National Rail Enquiries please click here (opens new tab).
• By Tram View
  • The nearest tram stop is University Boulevard.
  • Nottingham Express Transit’s (NET) tram service links University Park Campus directly to Nottingham city centre - including Nottingham Train Station.
    Line Three of the tram service includes two stops on University Boulevard - at the South Entrance to University Park, as well as adjacent to the Highfields Sports Ground. The nearest Tram Stop to the West Entrance is the University Boulevard stop.
  • For more information on Nottingham trams please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • This is the link to the Nottingham Express Transit (NET) website for tram information.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• Disability Support Services are there to support the University community in creating an inclusive and equitable teaching and learning environment to the benefit of all students. They can help you if you have a disability, mental health difficulty, long-term medical condition, autistic spectrum condition, or a specific learning difference such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia or ADHD.
• To see more information on Disability Support Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0115 82 32070.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Car Parking Information please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Students' Union Advice please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected]..
• To see more information on Library Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected]..
• There is an Assistance Dog toileting area outside the Portland Building, to the side closest to the Trent Building.
• For more information on the assistance dog toileting area(s) please click here - (new tab).

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Building Parking (Blue Badge Parking)

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located at the front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are uneven surfaces.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Permit Holders, UNSSC and Bowling Club Car Park.
  • The car park is located to the rear of the building and sports fields.
• 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 David Ross Sports Village campus car park is also within 200m.

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Site/Campus Car Park

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the rear of the David Ross Sports Village outdoor pitches.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Lenton Eaves (University of Nottingham Social and Sports Club).
  • 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 370cm x 450cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays do not have a marked zone around them.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by anybody.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• 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.
• Comments View
  • This car park is for permit holders only between 08:00 and 17:00 from Monday to Friday.
    
  • This car park is for UNSCC and Bowling Club members only between 17:00 and 23:00 from Monday to Friday and at weekends or on bank holidays.

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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.
  • This entrance gives access to Level A.
  • 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) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 103cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The 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 100cm.
  • 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 in the doorway.
  • There is/are 4 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 18cm.
  • 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 (Accessible Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, to the left.
  • This entrance gives access to the bar on Level A.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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 a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • 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 86cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right as face 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 ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located to the left as face 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 17cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
  • 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.
• Comments View
  • This door must be opened from the inside using a push bar.

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Outside Access (Rear Annexe Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the rear annexe.
  • This entrance gives access to the rear annexe.
  • 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 double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 120cm.
  • 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) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 140cm.
  • 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 as face 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.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 95cm (3ft 1in).

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Entrance (Rear Annexe Link Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear right of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the rear annexe function suite bar.
  • 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 single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The 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 76cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located leading up at each door.
  • 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 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).
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • Using the separate external entrances can provide step free access to the rear annexe.

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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 stepped access to the rear annexe function suite bar.
  • The separate external entrances can provide step free access to the rear annexe.
• Circulation View
  • There are 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 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 not provided.
• 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 play background music in communal areas.
  • Music is played in the bars.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the right as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 10m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are A and B.
  • 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 17cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
  • Handrails are not 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 moderate to good.

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Eating and Drinking (Main Bar)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the bar.
  • The bar is located to the left of the building.
  • There is step-free access to the bar.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a bar where food and drink can be ordered and table service (on request only).
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • The type of food served here is bar snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does play background music.
  • Background music is only played at certain times, the volume can be adjusted if requested.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 110cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
  • The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
  • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a member of staff upon request.
• 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 60cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 63cm.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 60cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a member of staff upon request.
  • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.

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Eating and Drinking (Rear Annexe Function Suite)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the bar.
  • The bar is located in the rear annexe.
  • There is stepped access to the bar.
  • For access there is a single manual door which may be difficult to open.
  • The rear annexe has step free access via its own entrance.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a bar where food and drink can be ordered and table service (on request only).
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • The type of food served here is bar snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does play background music.
  • Background music is only played during certain functions.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 105cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
  • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a member of staff upon request.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 60cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet and laminate.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a member of staff upon request.
  • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Left 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 right as you enter.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the accessible 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 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 94cm.
  • 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 150cm x 225cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • There is a flush, however it is not 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 low.
  • 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 poor.
  • 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 a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • 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 107cm (3ft 6in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • 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 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 low.
  • 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 86cm.
  • 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 103cm (3ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the right as you enter.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m from the accessible 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 not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 86cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female and male toilets are located ahead as you enter the rear annexe.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m from the rear annexe entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is medium.
  • There is 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 90cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.