Access Guide
Opening Times
- Monday 08:00 - 11:00.
- Monday 12:00 - 14:00.
- Tuesday 08:00 - 11:00.
- Tuesday 12:00 - 14:00.
- Wednesday 08:00 - 11:00.
- Wednesday 12:00 - 14:00.
- Thursday 08:00 - 11:00.
- Thursday 12:00 - 14:00.
- Friday 08:00 - 11:00.
- Friday 12:00 - 14:00.
- Saturday Closed.
- Sunday Closed.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- University of Bolton is located to the south east of Bolton town centre, between Derby Street (A579) and Deane Road (A676).
- There is limited on site parking available throughout the campus for staff, students and visitors.
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By Bus
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- Local buses are available to Derby Street and Deane Road.
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By Train
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- The nearest railway station is Bolton. From the station follow the A579. The University is signed. After approximately 500m the University is on the right.
Useful Information
- To see more information on Student Advisors please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01204 903 733.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Student Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01204 903 481.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Chaplaincy please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01204 903 415.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Counselling please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01204 903 733.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Disability Service please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01204 903 478.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on the Student Union please click here (opens new tab)
Telephone Number: 01204 900 850.
Email: [email protected]. - The University has a mandatory staff training including face-to-face disability awareness training. Staff have regular training updates.
- Hearing loops are available in all main reception areas. Individual needs assessments are made through the Disability Service. There is a loan stock of ergonomic chairs available throughout the campus. Height adjustable tables are also available on a pre-arranged basis.
- Dog toileting areas are available at S Block, M Block, and Orlando Halls. Please see separate guides for more information.
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is a site/campus car park for staff and visitors within approximately 200m.
- The name of the car park is Chancellor's Car Park.
- The car park is located on University Way.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
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Drop Off Point
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- There is a designated drop off point.
- There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
- The drop off point is located off University Way, in front of the site/campus car park.
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- Photographs 1-4 show the site/campus car park.
- Photographs 5 and 6 show the drop off point and dropped kerb.
Outside Access (Eagle Bistro Outside Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located the front of Z Block next to the services and administration centre.
- There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
- The door(s) is / are light.
- The width of the door opening is 78cm (2ft 7in).
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Ramp/Slope
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- 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 easy.
- 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 width of the ramp is 130cm (4ft 3in).
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Step(s)
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- 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 on both sides.
Entrance (Eagle Bistro Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located near the T Block lifts.
- There is step free access at this entrance.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
- The automatic door(s) is / are push pad activated.
- The door(s) is / are single.
- The width of the door opening is 75cm (2ft 6in).
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step free access throughout the area.
- There are no doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
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Getting Around
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- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- This building does not play background music.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
Eating and Drinking (Eagle Bistro)
- The following information is for the restaurant.
- 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 2m (2yd 7in) from the Eagle Bistro entrance.
- The standard height for tables is 76cm.
- 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 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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- Menus available are placed on the counter.
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- Menus available are placed on the counter.
Toilet with Adaptations
- Accessible toilet facilities are not available.
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- The closest accessible toilet is in the Chancellor's Building.
Standard Toilet(s)
- The closest accessible toilet is in the Chancellor's Building.