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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the Piazza, the Café, the Bridge, Bar 3, Bar 2, the Cinema, the Cube, Surge Radio Studios, the Snooker Room, Sports Hall, Multi Purpose Studios, Squash Courts, meeting and teaching rooms.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The University of Southampton Highfield Campus is located at the north of Southampton, approximately 2 miles from the end of the M3 (J14). Highfield Campus is located just off Burgess Road, approximately 1 mile from Junction 4 on the M27 via Stoneham Way (A335).
  • There is a campus car park at the north end of the campus off Broadlands Road. This car park contains limited parking and parking charges apply for non permit holders. There are additional Blue Badge bays for specific buildings throughout the campus.
• By Bus View
  • The Southampton Uni Interchange is located in the centre of the Highfield Campus and is served by the U1, U1A, U1C, U1E, U1W, U1N, U2, U2B, U2C, U6, U6C, U6H, U9 bus routes. The Southampton Uni Interchange is approximately 300m from the main campus reception in Building 37.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station to the Southampton University Highfield Campus is the Swaythling Railway Station. This station is approximately 2km from the campus which takes approximately 25 minutes to complete by foot. This station is served by the South Western Railway Service.
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on university parking, campus locations and campus maps.
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  • For more information on bus routes, timetables and ticket pricing.
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  • For more information on nationwide train time tabling, tickets and connections.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
• AccessAble Related Links View
  • Bus Interchange and Cafe AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Support Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 023 8059 7726.
• Email: [email protected].
• Support Services are part of the Student Services department.
• To see more information on Admissions Office please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 023 8059 4732.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Student Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 023 8059 5959.
• Email: [email protected].

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Parking Information

• Visitors who hold a Blue Badge can park in any parking bay on campus without needing a University parking permit. Staff and students should obtain a University parking permit from the University’s parking team, which is free of charge to Blue Badge holders.
• There is a map showing disabled parking bays on Highfield Campus: please click here to view.
• If there is not a designated disabled parking bay near to a particular building, then a standard parking bay can be reserved for use by a disabled visitor by contacting parking services on 023 8059 2416.

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• 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 Highfield Campus Car Park.
  • The car park is located at the north east end of the campus.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Highfield Campus Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the north end of the campus off Broadlands Road.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Buildings 45 and 16.
  • 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.
  • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the Building 32 (EEE) and Buildings 45 and 16.
  • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Building 45, 16 or 32.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 2 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are in the centre of the step(s).

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Outside Access (Piazza)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front left of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) both ways.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 182cm (5ft 12in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 2 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do not have handrails.
• Comments View
  • There is an alternate stepped entrance on the front left of the building, shown in photographs 4 and 5.
  • The alternate entrance has a heavy double door and is 185cm wide.
  • The alternate entrance has 5 medium, unmarked steps with handrails on both sides.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There is a slight ramp, with a handrail on the left going up, for access to level 1 from the lift.
  • The width of the ramp is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • This slope is shown in photographs 1 and 2.
  • There is a slight ramp, with no handrails, for access to Building 40.
  • The Building 40 link and level change is shown in photographs 3 and 4.
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written and pictorial directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does play background music.
  • Music is played in the cafes and bars.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Comments View
  • Photograph 6 shows the sports hall on level 1.
  • Photograph 7 shows one of the squash courts on level 1.
  • Photograph 8 shows a multi purpose studio on level 1.
  • Photograph 10 shows the snooker room on level 3.

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Reception (Information and Box Office)

• Information and Box Office is located directly beyond the main entrance.
• The desk is 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are medium.
• The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, 3 and 4.
  • The stairs are located to the left as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 15m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • There are additional similar staircases throughout the building.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right off the main entrance lobby.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1, 2, 3 and 4.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• The lift is approximately 29m (31yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 106cm x 136cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 6in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Eating and Drinking (Piazza)

• The following information is for the refectory.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 12m (13yd 4in) from the Piazza Entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 67cm (2ft 2in).
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

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• Comments View
  • The Piazza refectory counters are shown in photographs 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
  • The Piazza contains a Starbucks Café counter shown in photograph 6.

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Entrance (The Bridge)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right inside the Building 42 main entrance, off the main entrance foyer.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • 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.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm (5ft 11in).

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Eating and Drinking (The Bridge)

• The following information is for the restaurant/bar.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 27m (29yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are hand held only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals.

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Eating and Drinking (The Café)

• The following information is for the refectory.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the lift.
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are not available.
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals.

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Eating and Drinking (Bar 3)

• The following information is for the café/bar.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 35m (38yd 10in) from the lift.
• The standard height for tables is 71cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is snacks, waffles and cakes.

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Opening Times (Bar 3)

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Eating and Drinking (Bar 2)

• The following information is for the bar.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 33m (36yd 3in) from the lift.
• The standard height for tables is 63cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.

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• Comments View
  • This bar opens for events only.

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Cinema (The Cinema)

• The cinema has 1 screens.
• All screens have level access.

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• Seating and additional access information View
  • Films are mainly mainstream.
  • There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • Designated spaces are situated at the back of the cinema.
  • Wheelchairs may be left with the patron.
  • A companion may sit near you.
  • Companions sit next to the patron.
  • It is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the accessible toilet to the furthest screen.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing system is a fixed loop.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
  • The rows suitable for hearing assistance systems are all area.
  • Assistance dogs are allowed in the cinema.
  • There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
• Comments View
  • This Cinema is also used as a lecture theatre.
  • There is a lecturers podium 87cm high on the stage.
  • The seating can be retracted to act as multi purpose space known as The Cube.
  • The speakers area at the front of the cinema is accessed by 6 medium height steps on each side of the stage with wall mounted handrails on each side.

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located at the rear right of the entrance foyer area.
  • The facility is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 221cm x 325cm (7ft 3in x 10ft 8in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 181cm (5ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on one side only.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 127cm (4ft 2in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • Drop down rails are not provided for the toilet.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is available.
• Accessible Shower View
  • Accessible shower facilities are not available.

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Accessible Toilet (Level 3)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 55m (60yd 5in) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located opposite the cinema at the rear right of the Bar 3 area on level 3.
  • There is a similar toilet with transfer space on left, in the same location.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 142cm x 203cm (4ft 8in x 6ft 8in).
  • There is not a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 40cm (1ft 4in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 77cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Accessible Toilet (Level 3 Standard Toilets)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 26m (28yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located within the level 3 standard toilets.
  • There is a similar accessible toilet within the level 2 standard toilets. There are similar accessible toilets within the female standard toilets on levels 2 and 3.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is not a shared toilet.
  • There is a similar cubicle in the female standard toilets.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 151cm x 298cm (4ft 11in x 9ft 9in).
  • There is a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 79cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 145cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is not a soap dispenser.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Changing Room

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on level 1 to the left as you exit the lift.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the lift.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 43m (47yd 1in) from the squash courts.
• There is not level access to the standard changing room(s).

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Standard Toilet(s)

• There are male and female toilets on levels 1, 2 and 3.

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• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A male standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located at the rear of level 3, ahead and to the right as you exit the lift.
  • There is a female standard toilet in the same location.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 26m from the lift.
  • There is not a/are not cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.
  • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.
• Comments View
  • There is an accessible cubicle within the surveyed standard toilet.