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Lenton & Wortley Hall - Blocks 1, 6, 8 and 12

University of Nottingham, University Park Campus, University Park, Nottingham, NG7 2RB

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Overview

  • About View
    • Lenton & Wortley Hall - Blocks 1, 6, 8 and 12 is located to the north of the main campus.
    • It is made up of 4 accommodation blocks.
    • The names of the accommodation blocks are Blocks 1, 6, 8 and 12.
    • There are 4 floors in all the accommodation blocks.
    • The accommodation block surveyed was Block 1.
    • The accommodation block surveyed has 4 floors.
    • There are 24 bedrooms in Block 1.
    • There are no rooms with adaptations.
    • Standard accommodation has shared bathrooms.
    • Shared bathrooms have standard shower facilities.
    • Standard shower faciilties have stepped cubicles.
    • The communal facility types for this accommodation available include; a kitchen and a laundry.
    • The laundry room is located in the basement of Block 6.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Related Access Guides View

Getting Inside (Block 1)

  • The approach to the building is step-free and level.
  • The most accessible entrance surveyed was Block 1 entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to Block 1.
  • There is stepped access at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is one step before the entrance door. The entrance door gives access to the ground floor of the building.
  • Immediately after you enter there is a further six steps to access the first floor of the building.

Getting Around (Block 1)

  • Access View
    • There is not step-free access between floors.
    • There is not step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the ground, first and second floor.
  • Circulation View
    • Doors are held open along circulation routes.
    • Access throughout may include narrow walkways.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high along circulation routes.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Toilet and Changing Facilities (Block 1)

Parking (University Park public car park)

  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • Public Parking View
    • On-street standard parking is available.
    • On-street standard parking is located on Lenton Hall Drive.
    • There is a public car park located on Beeston Lane.
    • The name of the car park is University Park public car park.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.
    • Electric vehicle charging points are not available in the car park.

Entrance (Block 1)

  • This entrance is located at the front of Block 1.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is stepped access at the entrance.
  • There is one step as you enter.
  • There are no handrails for the step.
  • The step is clearly marked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step is 10cm.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 106cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 97cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 106cm.
  • There are 6 steps as you enter.
  • There are no handrails for the steps.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located ahead when entering Block 1.
  • The ground, first, second and third floors can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There is a handrail on the right going up.
  • The handrail is not easy to grip.
  • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Communal Facilities (Block 1 - First Floor Kitchen)

  • Kitchen View
    • The kitchen is located on the first floor ahead when exiting the stairs.
    • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 78cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
    • The work surface is 91cm from the floor.
    • A lowered work surface is not available.
    • Under counter cupboards are available.
    • The sink is 91cm from the floor.
    • A lowered sink is not available.
    • The sink has a twist/turn mixer tap.
    • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Entrance (Block 6)

  • This entrance is located at the front of Block 6.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is stepped access at the entrance.
  • There is one step as you enter.
  • There are no handrails for the step.
  • The step is clearly marked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step is 10cm.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 106cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 97cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 105cm.
  • There are 6 steps as you enter.
  • There are no handrails for the steps.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.

Communal Facilities (Block 6 Laundry)

  • Laundry Room View
    • The lounge is located on the basement of Block 6.
    • There are 16 steps into the laundry room.
    • There is a handrail on the right going down.
    • The handrail is not easy to grip.
    • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
    • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 80cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Facilities within the laundry room include a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
    • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: a washing machine.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.