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Central Saint Martins - King's Cross - Main Building - Platform and Studio Theatres, The

University of the Arts London, Granary Building, 1 Granary Square, King's Cross, London, N1C 4AA

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Introduction

Getting Here

Building Parking

  • The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
  • On Street Parking View
    • Clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bays are available.
    • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 200cm x 600cm (6ft 7in x 19ft 8in).
    • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Handyside Street.
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point.

Approach (Main Entrance)

  • Approach View
    • The surface of the approach is block paving.
    • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient and has a handrail on the left going up.
    • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
    • The width of the ramp/slope is 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • Step(s) View
    • The ramp is located to the west of the entrance there is no such ramp or slope to the east of the entrance (photograph 5). There is seating located in front of the theatre as shown in photograph 5. The ramp is temporary whilst roadworks take place on Handyside Road.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located off Handyside Street.
    • This entrance gives access to the Platform Theatre Foyer and Bar Area.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'KX Platform Theatre'.
    • There is step-free 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) automatically.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 170cm.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 170cm.

Entrance (Atrium)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located of the Atrium of the Main Building in Central St Martin's.
    • This entrance gives access to the Bar and Box Office area of the Theatre.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Platform Theatre and Bar'.
    • There is step-free access 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.
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the key card reader is 97cm.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 86cm.

Entrance (Studio Theatre)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located with J Block on the first floor.
    • This entrance gives access to the Studio Theatre.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Studio Theatre J004'.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • 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 106cm.
    • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 83cm.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step free access throughout the majority of the building.
    • There are no 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 directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
    • There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • This building does not play background music.
    • There is a hearing assistance system.
    • The system is a fixed loop.
    • The fixed loop is located in the platform theatre.

Theatre Foyer

  • Theatre Foyer View
    • The theatre foyer is located immediately on entrance via the external and main internal entrances.
    • There is step-free access to the theatre foyer.
    • There is step-free access throughout the foyer.
    • The type of flooring in the foyer is laminate.
    • There is some flooring in the foyer which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • Wayfinding signage is available.
    • The nearest seating is located off the foyer.
  • Box Office View
    • There is a box office within the foyer.
    • The counter(s) is/are located to the right of the bar.
    • The nearest counter is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the external theatre entrance.
    • The counter(s) is/are clearly visible from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the counter(s).
    • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter(s).
    • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter(s) which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The counter(s) is/are not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
    • The lighting levels at the counter(s) are good.
    • The height of the counter(s) is/are 87cm.
    • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter(s).
    • There is not a/are not lowered section(s) of the counter(s).
    • The counter(s) is/are not staffed.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter(s).
  • Bar View
    • There is a bar within the foyer.
    • The bar is located to the left of the box office.
    • The bar is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
    • The bar is clearly visible from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the bar.
    • There is a clear unobstructed route to the bar.
    • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the bar which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The bar is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
    • The lighting levels at the bar are good.
    • The height of the bar is 126cm.
    • There is a/are lowered section(s) of the bar.
    • The height of the lowered section(s) at the bar is 86cm.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system at the bar.
    • Takeaway cups are available.
    • Drinking straws are available.
    • There are menu boards/signs available.
    • Braille menus are not available.
    • Large print menus are not available.
    • Picture menus are not available.
    • Menus are clearly written.
    • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
    • Tickets cannot be purchased from the bar.

Theatre Seating Area(s) (Platform Theatre)

  • Theatre Information View
    • Concessions are available.
    • Tickets are not free for companions/carers.
    • No performances are captioned.
    • There is a hearing assistance system available in the theatre(s).
    • There is a/are fixed hearing assistance system(s) in the theatre(s).
    • The hearing assistance system does cover all areas of the theatre(s).
  • Access to Seating View
    • The theatre area is located to your left on entrance to the building via the main theatre entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the theatre area.
    • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
    • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • 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 106cm.
    • The doors is/are not permanently held open before and after performances.
  • Theatre Area Information View
    • The type of flooring in the seating area is vinyl.
    • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
    • The width of the rows of seating is 60cm.
    • The lighting level before and after performances is good.
    • The nearest accessible toilet is located off the platform theatre foyer / bar area.
    • There is step free access to a row/rows of seating.
    • There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
  • Designated Seating Area(s) View
    • There is designated seating available in this area.
    • The nearest designated seating to this area is located at the front of the platform theatre.
    • The designated seating area(s) is/are not clearly marked/signed.
    • There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
    • Wheelchairs may be left with the patron.
    • The visibility of the stage from this seating area is good.
    • Companions/carers sit next to the patron and behind the patron.
    • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

Theatre Seating Area(s) (Studio Theatre)

  • Theatre Information View
    • Concessions are not available.
    • Tickets are free for companions/carers.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system available in the theatre(s).
  • Theatre Area Information View
    • The information below describes access to the Theatre Seating.
    • The type of flooring in the seating area is laminate.
    • The lighting level before and after performances is good.
    • The seating varies depending upon the performance.
  • Designated Seating Area(s) View
    • There is designated seating available in this area.
    • Wheelchairs may be left with the patron.
    • Companions/carers sit next to the patron.
    • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.
    • The location of the designated seating varies depending upon the performance.

Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

  • Accessible toilet facilities are located off the Theatre Foyer Area.
  • Female and male standard toilet facilities are located off the Theatre Foyer Area.

Toilet with Adaptations

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located to the left of the bar area.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 21m (22yd 2ft) from the Main Theatre 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 tactile, pictorial, Braille 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 twist lock.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
    • 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 152cm x 220cm (4ft 12in x 7ft 3in).
    • 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
    • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
    • 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 high.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
    • 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 no lid) disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is 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 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 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • 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 71cm (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 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 95cm.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female and male toilets are located to the left of the bar area.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 21m from the main entrance.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
    • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
    • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
    • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
    • Lighting levels are good.