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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the Edinburgh Law School library, collections, study areas, group study rooms 1 and 2, computer study areas, the Senate Room, the Oval Room, the Gordon Stuart Room.
• Related link Old College North - Edinburgh Law School.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/old-college-north
• Related link Old College South.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/old-college-south

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Opening Times (Semester Hours)

• Monday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 19:00.
• Saturday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Sunday 12:00 - 17:00.
• Please click here for information on opening times.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The Central Area is located on the south side of the city centre. Traffic congestion can be a problem, and parking is strictly controlled. Options to driving into the city centre include Park & Ride tram and bus car parks at the edges of the city.
  • A number of University car parks are located in the Central Area. The Transport and Parking Office of the University of Edinburgh manages parking at the University. University car parks are for the use of permit holders only, and are subject to the university’s parking regulations. Permits are available for visitors to the university.
• By Bus View
  • Buses from all over the city travel to the Central Area of the university. The University also provides a shuttle bus for staff and students between the Central Area and the King's Buildings. The majority of buses are operated by Lothian Buses. Up to the minute "real time" bus timetable information is now available at the majority of bus stops across the city. Information panels provided next to the majority of bus stops let you know when the next bus services will be arriving, or if there has been a delay.
• By Train View
  • The Central Area of the university is 0.7 miles from Edinburgh Waverley Station. It should be noted that some of the walking routes may feature paths with steep gradients or steps given the landscape. Edinburgh has rail links throughout the UK. The East Coast mainline, which links Edinburgh and London King’s Cross, is the UK's fastest intercity railway: you can travel between the cities in around 4 hours. A sleeper service runs between London Euston and Edinburgh Waverley 6 nights a week. There are intercity links to other cities including Glasgow (45 minutes), and York, Newcastle or Aberdeen (all 2 hours). All trains arrive at Waverley Station in the centre of the city, although some trains also stop at Haymarket, which is a smaller station in the West End.
• By Tram View
  • The Edinburgh tram service runs from Edinburgh Airport in the west, to York Place in the east end of the city centre, presently being extended to Leith north east of the city centre. The nearest stop to the Central Campus Area is Princes Street. The nearest stop to the Lauriston Campus and the ECA buildings, or to the Western General site, is West End.
• Useful Links View
  • To see the university's webpage for travel by public transport to the Central Area and relevant links please use this link.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • To see the university's webpage for driving and parking information for the Central Area and relevant links please use this link.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • To view the university's campus maps and walking information please use this link.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on The Advice Place please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0131 650 9225.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on The Student Disability Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0131 650 6828.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Student Recruitment and Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0131 650 4360.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0131 667 1971.
• Email: [email protected].
• Staff receive Disability Equality Training.

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Chambers Street.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in the Old College Quad.
  • There is 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 166cm (5ft 5in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 145cm (4ft 9in).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 14 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 height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do not have handrails.
• Comments View
  • There are two security gates and barriers just beyond the second door. The wider one is 90cm wide. The narrower one is 55cm wide.

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Outside Access (Chambers Street Entrance - Accessible)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at basement level on Chambers Street.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 103cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 143cm (4ft 8in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 114cm (3ft 9in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located between the first and second set of doors.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.
• Comments View
  • There is a also a short easy ramp in front of the first door (photographs 4 and 5) 145cm wide without handrails.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left as you enter via the Chambers Street entrance in the centre of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, M, 1, 2 and 3.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg.
• The lift is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Chambers Street entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 107cm x 208cm (3ft 6in x 6ft 10in).
• 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 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 bright.

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Reception (Law School Reception)

• Law School Reception is located on the ground floor.
• The desk is 3m (3yd 10in) from the lift.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area, via lift.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are good.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• 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 a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are not trained to use the hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • The reception is 6m from the main entrance.

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Entrance (Accessible Entrance - Law School link)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the lower ground floor on the right on entering via the Law School Chambers Street entrance.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • 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 card reader/lock is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• Comments View
  • In case the door is locked, please proceed to the Law School reception on the ground floor via the Law School lift and ask for access.

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Opening Times (Law School Reception)

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Reception (Law Library)

• Law Library is located on the ground floor.
• The desk is 5m (5yd 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 bright.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• 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 a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building.
  • There is a slight ramp, with no handrails, for access to the ground floor books and study areas.
  • The width of the ramp is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • This ramp is seen in photographs 5 and 6.
  • There is/are 2 clearly marked step(s), with no handrails, for access to the Senate Room.
  • The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • There is a slight ramp, with handrails on both sides, for access to the Senate Room study area.
  • The width of the ramp is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The steps are seen in photographs 7 and 8. The ramp is seen in photographs 9 and 10.
  • There is/are 3 clearly marked step(s), with a handrail on the left going up, for access to the standard toilet M.Z175 on the mezzanine floor.
  • The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps are seen in photographs 11 and 12.
  • There are not 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 good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Library (Law Library)

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• It takes approximately 6-10 days to process an order.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large rollerball mouse, height adjustable table and height adjustable chair is / are available.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes a Zoomtext magnifier and reader.

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• Comments View
  • Braille books or books in other formats may be obtained upon request.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G and M.
  • The stairs are located in the reception on the ground floor linking the basement and mezzanine.
  • The stairs are approximately 30m from the accessible entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • 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.
  • There is a second similar staircase, the Lobby Stairs, from ground floor to the mezzanine at the west end of the library.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the right of the corridor as you enter via the accessible entrance on the lower ground floor.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G and M.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 900kg.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 140cm (4ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• There are 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 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 bright.

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• Comments View
  • The lift gives access directly to the reception.

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Accessible Toilet (Lower Ground)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the lower ground floor in the entry corridor on the left.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 92cm (3ft).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 181cm x 220cm (5ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
  • 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 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • 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 open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 105cm and 140cm 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 both sides.
  • 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 107cm.
• 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 bright.

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Accessible Toilet (Ground Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor off the reception.
  • The accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 164cm x 223cm (5ft 5in x 7ft 4in).
  • 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 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 105cm and 140cm 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 both sides.
  • 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 108cm.
• 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 fair.
  • There is a fair 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 bright.
• Comments View
  • The manoeuvring space is obstructed by a wall mounted radiator and wall mounted waste paper bin.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Gender Neutral)

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• Location of Standard Toilet(s) View
  • There are shared standard toilets facilities on the lower ground floor and the mezzanine floor.
• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A shared standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the lower ground floor.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 10m from the accessible entrance.
  • 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
  • The toilet cubicles LG.Z10-14, LG.Z18 and M.Z157 are gender neutral.