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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; 6 accessible bedrooms, 200 standard bedrooms, a bar and restaurant, a gym and conference rooms.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor.
  • Shared standard toilet facilities are located on the fourth floor.
  • Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on the ground floor.

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Accommodation Summary

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• Parking and Transport View
  • The accommodation shares another buildings parking facilities.
  • No secure parking is available.
  • The car park is shared with the Conference Centre next door.
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • There is not a university bus service stop within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
• Accessible Accommodation Information View
  • The accommodation has 206 rooms in total.
  • There is an/are accessible room(s) within the accommodation.
  • The accommodation has 6 accessible room(s) with accessible bathroom facilities.
  • There is/are 1 accessible room(s) with a ceiling track hoist.
  • Room 350 has a ceiling track hoists in the bedroom and in the ensuite bathroom.
  • There is/are 6 accessible room(s) with a wet room/wheel in shower.
  • There is/are 0 accessible room(s) with a bath.
  • There is an/are adjoining room(s) available for the accessible room(s).
  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • The accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor.
• Standard Accommodation Information View
  • There is standard accommodation on the ground floor.
  • Ground floor accommodation does have level access.
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
  • Standard accommodation has ensuites with baths, ensuites with stepped shower cubicles, ensuites with level showers and ensuites with baths and showers combined.
  • There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the standard room(s).
• Additional Accessibility Aids View
  • There is not a deaf alert system available on request.
  • Vibrating pillows alarms are available on request.
  • Bed raisers are not available on request.
  • Portable hoists are not available on request.

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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].
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• 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

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by anybody.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located in front of the Orchard Hotel.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 8 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 240cm x 460cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 82m (89yd 2ft) from the main Orchard Hotel entrance.
  • 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located to the right of the Orchard Hotel Entrance.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
• Comments View
  • The car park is shared with the East Midlands Conference Centre next door.
  • Some Blue Badge bays have hatched markings at the side and some have none at all. The hatched areas that are present are all over 120cm wide.
  • There are 4 electric charging bays in the car park, three of which are specifically for Tesla vehicles.
  • The dimensions of the charging bays are 230cm x 470cm.
  • The height of the control points varies between 134cm and 167cm.

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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 hotel.
  • This entrance gives access to the main hotel.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant - Welcome'.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • 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 not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main 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 70cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 84cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 108cm.
  • There is also an automatically revolving door next to this one.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located on the left and right approaches to 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 ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located on the approach to/in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 16 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 between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up the step(s).
  • 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.
• Comments View
  • The accessible entrance is to the left of the revolving entrance. There is another door to the right of the revolving entrance but this was non-operational and so has not been surveyed.
  • The ramp/slope on the right on the entrance is actually the road. It is necessary to traverse this in order to reach the ramp on the left that takes you to the hotel entrance.

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Outside Access (First Floor Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the hotel.
  • This entrance gives access to the first floor of the hotel.
  • 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.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • 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.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 105cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The entry push pad or push button is 70cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 106cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 108cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is also a revolving door next to this one.
  • At time of survey the entry and exit buttons were non-operational.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Reception (and Hotel Foyer)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located ahead as you enter.
  • The reception point is approximately 31m (33yd 2ft) 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 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 109cm.
  • 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 a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 04/10/2022.
  • The hearing loop was 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 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 is bench seating and also a mixture of single seats with and without armrests.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
• Comments View
  • The lowered section of the reception desk extends out from the remainder of the reception desk when pushed.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet, laminate and tiles.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • 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 varied.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly 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 all public areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Eating and Drinking (Bramleys Brasserie and Bar)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the restaurant/bar.
  • The restaurant/bar is located on the ground floor next to the hotel foyer.
  • There is step-free access to the restaurant/bar.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables can be booked in advance.
  • There is full table service and a bar where drinks can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; online menus and handheld 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 bar type meals during the day and a la carte in the evening.
  • 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 played at all times, the volume can be adjusted if requested.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
  • There is a portable card machine available for payment.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 112cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
  • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
• 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 72cm.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 43cm.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 44cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • There are also booths.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet and wood.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a member of staff upon request.
  • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.

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Gym (Lower Ground Floor)

• There is step-free access to the gym, via lift.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the gym.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you.
• The width of the door opening is 85cm.
• The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
• The door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The gym door in unlocked by using a key card in a slot in the door. The height of the key card slot is 112cm.
• The gym is not staffed.
• There is an emergency alarm in the gym.
• Staff do not receive training in assisting disabled people.
• There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
• There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; free weights and cable resistance machines.
• Also available are treadmills, step machines, cycle machines, a leg curl machine and others.
• Background music is not played.
• The flooring in the gym consists of carpet.
• There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • The gym is located on the lower ground floor and can be accessed via the north lift.
  • To access the gym, users should go to reception, complete a health declaration form and then receive a keycard to enable them to unlock the gym door.

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Conference Room - The Executive Suite

• The Executive Suite is located on the fourth floor and is reached via the south lift to the rear of reception.
• The single heavy door to the suite opens away from you.
• The width of the doorway is 87cm.
• The door is opened with a card reader which is 113cm high. The key card can be obtained from reception.
• The suite contains a mixture of fixed and moveable furniture.
• The suite contains a mixture of seats with and without armrests.
• The height of the underside of the main conference table is 66cm.
• There is a small refreshment bar in the suite with a coffee machine and assorted crockery. The height of the counter is 97cm and the height of the coffee machine controls vary between 105cm and 146cm.
• There are 4 other similar conference rooms in the hotel.

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Accommodation (Accessible Room)

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• Accessible Room Information View
  • This type of accessible room is located third floor.
  • There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
  • Accessible rooms of this type have specifications that may vary.
  • Residents need to open a door between the lift and the room(s).
  • The room surveyed does not have an adjoining room.
• Accessible Room Features View
  • The accessible room surveyed is located on the third floor near the lift entrance.
  • The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was room 350.
  • There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed.
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is low.
  • The door is key card activated.
  • The fob/card reader height is 113cm.
  • The width of the door is 90cm.
  • There are lowered spy holes available.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is low.
  • The bed height is not adjustable.
  • The height of the bed is 66cm (2ft 2in).
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 5cm (2in).
  • The bed is moveable.
  • The room does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
  • A member of staff can reconfigure the room furniture to create a turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
  • The height of the desk is 74cm.
  • The desk is not height adjustable.
  • The desk knee recess has the recommended dimensions of 70cm (height) x 50cm (depth).
  • The room surveyed had a height adjustable chair with armrests.
  • Wardrobes have not been adapted to allow use from a seated position.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • Electric sockets are between 40cm and 100cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • The window control type(s) for the room is a/are standard lever(s).
  • The window controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is an emergency alarm in the room.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm in the room is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The accessible room surveyed has a ceiling track hoist.
  • The ceiling track hoist operates around the bed and throughout the ensuite.
  • The type of flooring is carpet and tiles.
  • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels in the room are moderate to good.
  • Chairs without armrests are also available in the room.
• Bathroom Facilities View
  • This information relates to the ensuite.
  • The colour contrast between the external bathroom door and wall is low.
  • The bathroom door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the door into the bathroom is 91cm.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • The colour contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is low.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 212cm x 193cm.
  • The bathroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The bathroom has not got a non-slip floor.
  • The colour contrast between the bathroom walls and floor is low.
  • There is an emergency alarm within the bathroom.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm in the ensuite is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the bathroom.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
  • 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 immediately next to or behind the toilet.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 76cm.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is not a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • There is a bar of soap available.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The lighting levels in the bathroom are low to moderate.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 140cm.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The colour 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 rails 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 colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall 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 94cm (3ft 1in).
• Shower Details View
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • Shower controls do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 50cm (1ft 8in).
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower.
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • There is a single vertical grab rail to assist standing users.
  • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the shower dropdown rail(s) and wall is/are high.

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Other Floors (Reception Foyer)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located ahead as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 17m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • 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 not 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
  • The service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the gym on the lower ground floor, the Executive Lounge of the fourth floor and all rooms on the second and third floors.

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Other Floors (North Stairs)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located on the ground floor rooms corridor, situated to the left as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 36m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G, 1, 2 and 3.
  • 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 good.
• Other Information View
  • The area(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the fourth floor and rooms 132-162, 232-262 and 332-362 are not accessible using these stairs.

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Other Floors (South Stairs)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located past reception and to the right.
  • The stairs are approximately 54m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
  • 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 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.
• Other Information View
  • The area(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are The lower ground floor cannot be reached using these stairs. Rooms 101-131, 201-231 and 310-331 cannot be reached by using these stairs.

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Lift (South Lift)

• The lift is located past reception and to the left.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 56m (61yd 9in) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1275kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 117cm x 239cm (3ft 10in x 7ft 10in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not 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 not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.
• There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
• There is another lift to the right of the one surveyed. However, at time of survey this was undergoing renovation.

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Lift (North Lift)

• The lift is located on the left as you enter.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1, 2 and 3.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1275kg.
• 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 116cm x 238cm (3ft 10in x 7ft 10in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not 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 not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the hotel on the right-hand corridor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 64m (69yd 2ft) from the main 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 inwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 95cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 219cm x 213cm (7ft 2in x 6ft 12in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 156cm (5ft 1in).
  • 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 low.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • 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 and general waste (with no 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 toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • 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).
  • 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 127cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 99cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a flip down baby change table available .
  • The height of the baby change table is 92cm.
• Comments View
  • Toilet rolls are placed both on the vertical washbasin handle and on the pipework boxing. These toilet rolls are placed at a height of between 69cm and 75cm.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female toilet is located at the rear of the hotel on the right-hand corridor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 62m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • 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 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The male toilet is located at the rear of the hotel on the right-hand corridor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 66m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • 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 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Fourth Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located opposite the fourth floor lift entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 3m from the lift entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
  • 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 83cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.