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D/L - Courtyard Bar

Derwent College Block L, University of York, Campus West, Zone 5, York, YO10 5DD

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  • The Courtyard Bar Entrance is located off the L Block corridor towards the west of Derwent College Block L on the ground floor.
  • View information on D/J & D/L - Blocks J & L (Derwent College) (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has a steep ramp or slope.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access via lift into the Courtyard Bar.
  • The lift bypasses the steps.
  • There are 4 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do 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 not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There are double manual doors which open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 172cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is an additional entrance into the lower area of the bar from Derwent College Block M. From this area there is no-step free access to the main bar area.
    There are steep slopes or steps into the external courtyard seating area.
    There is level access to this courtyard from Block M.
    There is an entrance into the lower part of the bar area from the courtyard. From this area there is no step-free access to the main bar area.
    There is a ramped entrance from the courtyard to the main area of the bar. There are stairs from the first floor of Block L that lead directly into the main bar area.

Lift (L Block Corridor Entrance)

  • The lift surveyed is located to your left on entrance.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • The distance from the L Block corridor entrance is 2m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The lift door has a high visual contrast.
  • The lift does not have a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 82cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 80cm (width) x 135cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is a steep slope to access the lift on the lower level.
    This lift bypasses a stepped level change.

Eating and Drinking

  • Service View
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • Menus are handheld and available on a board.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: dairy free, lactose free and vegetarian.
    • The following are available: takeaway cups.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located in the upper level of the Courtyard Bar.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 107cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is uncovered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have stepped access: There are four steps with handrails on either side between the upper and lower areas of the Courtyard Bar.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • The flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, sofas, benches, stools and high stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, picnic tables, high tables and booths.
    • Some chairs are fixed.
    • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.