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Introduction

• Chancellors Halls of Residence has 5 blocks, of which blocks A, B and C are joined together, and Blocks D and E are standalone buildings.
  Access to all blocks is gained with a key fob which are issued to resident students only.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Chancellors Halls of Residence is located on the Kingston Hill Campus.
    Kingston Hill Campus can be accessed via the A308 (Kingston Hill).
    The post code for the Sat-Nav is KT2 7LB.
  • There is an open air onsite campus car park which contains both standard and Blue Badge bay parking.
    The car park can be used by visitors, Blue Badge holders and staff with permits.
• By Bus View
  • There is an onsite bus stop which runs a service between the Kingston University campuses.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Norbiton which is approximately 1.6 miles (36 minute walk) away.
• Useful Links View
  • For the Google Map location information please click on the link below.
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  • For bus service information please click on the link below.
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  • For train service information please click on the link below.
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Useful Information

• For information on Visiting the University please click here (opens new tab).

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Site/Campus Car Park (Car Parks F and G)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the rear of the campus.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Education Building and Kenry House.
  • 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 available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 6 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 250cm x 490cm (8ft 2in x 16ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by visitors, Blue Badge holders, permit holders and staff permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
• 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 Residence Blocks.
  • This car park is clearly signposted from the Education Building.
  • The nearest designated bay is 48m (52yd 1ft) from the reception entrance.
• Comments View
  • There are 2 electric vehicle charging bays.
  • 3 of the Blue Badge bays can also be used for electric vehicle charging bays.
  • There are no charges however, a permit must be applied for or registered with reception.
  • The site is covered by ANPR (Automated Number Plate Recognition).

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Outside Access (Reception)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the side of the reception block.
  • There is ramped/sloped 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 (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Comments View
  • There is a steep slope on the approach to the reception block.

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Reception (Kingston Hill Halls of Residence)

• The Reception Desk is located ahead from the reception entrance.
• The desk is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the reception 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 good.
• The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • There are chairs with armrests available.
  • The opening times for the reception are 8am - 6pm, Monday to Sunday.

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Outside Access (Block A)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 155cm (5ft 1in).
  • A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on the right going up the ramp.

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Outside Access (Block B)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 160cm (5ft 3in).
  • A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Outside Access (Block C)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 163cm (5ft 4in).
  • A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Outside Access (Block D)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 149cm (4ft 11in).
  • A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Outside Access (Block E)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 160cm (5ft 3in).
  • A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • 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.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the ground floor.
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is not clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is no directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • 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 G, 1, 2 and 3.
  • The stairs are located to the right from the entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 1m from the Block A entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
• Other View
  • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are additional standard bedrooms.
• Comments View
  • There are similar staircases in each block.

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Lift (Block D)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead from block D entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2 and 3.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• The lift is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the block D 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 100cm x 132cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 4in).
• 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 not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement 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 moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • Block D is the only building with a lift, access to other floors in all other Chancellors blocks is via stairs only.

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Accommodation

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 10 accessible room(s) with ensuite facilities and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • This information refers to Room B02F.
  • The accessible facilities are located right from the entrance to Block B, through two automatic single doors, turn left.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • The room number viewed was B02F.
  • The width of the door to the room is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 413cm x 148cm (13ft 7in x 4ft 10in).
  • The bed is 58cm (1ft 11in) high.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 40cm (1ft 4in).
  • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the room.
  • It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • Other accessible facilities available in the bedroom are a height adjustable chair.
    There is a lowered window opener winder 86cm above the floor.
• Accessible Bathroom View
  • The information relates to the ensuite.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 200cm x 194cm (6ft 7in x 6ft 4in).
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • It is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 in height.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 128cm (4ft 2in).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet pan the wall mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There are mirrors.
  • The mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
• Bath and Shower View
  • There is not a bath.
• Wheel In Shower View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head height is adjustable.
  • The type of shower controls used are lever.
  • The shower seat is flip-down.
  • The shower seat height is 51cm (1ft 8in).
  • There are handrails available for the shower.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible rooms View
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between external ensuite / bathroom door and wall is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible bathroom View
  • The colour contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is good.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rails and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Auxiliary Aids - General View
  • None of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
  • The accommodation does not provide other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
  • There is / are 0 accessible room(s) with a bath.
  • There is / are 10 accessible room(s) with a wheel in shower.
• Ground Floor Rooms View
  • Ground floor rooms do have level access.
  • None of these rooms are accessed by platform lift.
  • Rooms are located on the ground floor.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors cannot be accessed by lift.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Comments View
  • The only standard lift to other floors is in Block D.
  • Assistance dogs may stay with residents by prior arrangement only.

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Kitchens - Block B

• There is a height adjustable sink and hob with a crank handle.
• There is a lowered microwave and ovens.
• The height of the rest of the kitchen top is 91cm.
• There is seating without armrests and sofa.
• The dining table has an underside measuring 67cm above the floor.
• All accommodation blocks have adapted kitchens available.