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Disabled Access Guide for Eldon Building
Winston Churchill Avenue
Portsmouth
Hants
PO1 2DJ
Tel: 023 9284 8484
Fax: 023 9284 3082
Email: info.centre@port.ac.uk
Web: http://www.port.ac.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30 - 21:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 21:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 21:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 21:00 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 19:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Staff can enter the building from 07:30.
The opening times given are for term time.
During the holidays the building closes at 19.00 every day.
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Portsmouth.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Portsmouth and Southsea.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
This building contains lecture theatres and the Arts Cafe.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
The car park is at the back of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
There are 4 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 4m x 3m (13ft 1in x 9ft 10in).
The nearest designated bay is 90m (98yd) from the main entrance.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located on Winston Churchill Avenue.
There is not level access to the service.
The intercom is in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 153cm (5ft ) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 161cm (5ft 3in) wide.
The 1st set of doors open towards you.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located adjacent to the entrance, bypassing the steps.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There are steps to access this area/service.
There are 4 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are deep.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
The ramp has a handrail on both sides.
Reception (Student Information Point)
The reception desk is 16m (17yd) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
There is level access to the Student Information Point from the entrance via the platform lift.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
The lighting levels are low.
All floors and rooms can be accessed using the lifts, except the SPACE studio off the Exhibition Foyer.
This is accessed via six medium steps, with handrails on both sides, from the foyer.
However, there is access available from Winston Churchill Avenue.
This is via a moderate ramp and shallow step, and double, heavy doors, 175 cm wide, which open towards you (shown in photograph 2).
Please contact the caretakers if this route is required.
Hearing loops are fitted in lecture theatre 0.20 and room 0.106.
Restaurant / Bar (Arts Café)
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Full table service is not available.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 68cm (2ft 2in).
Menus are not available in large print.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is main meals, sandwiches and snacks.
There is some seating available on the patio outside the café.
This is accessed via a moderate ramp, 105cm wide.
Other Floors (Eldon South)
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
This stairs are located in the far corner of the Eldon South Building.
There are similar steps in the Eldon East Building.
Other Floors (Eldon North)
The floors which are accessible by stairs are B-3.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
These stairs are located in the Eldon North Building, next to the main lift and the Exhibition Foyer.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located next to the main entrance.
The lift is a platform lift.
The lift is 6m (19ft 8in) from the main entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.05m x 1.4m (3ft 5in x 4ft 7in).
The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does not have an audible announcer.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
This lift give access from the main entrance/Exhibition Foyer level to the ground floor of the Eldon North Building.
This gives level access to the main lift and also the Eldon East/South Buildings lift.
Lift (Main Lift - Eldon North Building)
The lift is located on the Eldon North ground floor.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are B - 3.
The lift is 10m (11yd) from the main entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.24m x 1.07m (4ft x 3ft 6in).
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 lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
This list is accessible from the entrance via the platform lift.
This lift can be used to access all the floors in the Eldon North Building, except the Exhibition Foyer.
Lift (Eldon East/South Building)
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located in the Eldon East Building, past the café.
The lift is a standard lift.
The lift is 55m (60yd) from the main entrance.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.04m x 1.4m (3ft 4in x 4ft 7in).
There is not 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 lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
This list gives access to all the floor in Eldon South (G - 2) and Eldon East (G - 1).
It also gives level access between the ground and first floors of both buildings.
Accessible Toilet (Arts Café Toilets)
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
The accessible toilet is 49m (53yd) from the main entrance.
The accessible toilet is located in Eldon East, on the far side of the Arts Café.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
The door opens by sliding.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 176cm x 195cm (5ft 9in x 6ft 4in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 95cm (3ft 1in).
The tap type is lever.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in accessible toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the right.
There are not mirrors in the accessible toilet.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 52cm (1ft 8in).
There is not a hand dryer.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 79cm (2ft 7in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
Standard Toilet (Arts Café Toilets)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located in Eldon East, on the far side of the Arts Café.
The female toilets are 52m (57yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located in Eldon East, on the far side of the Arts Café.
The male toilets are 51m (56yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Accessible Toilet (Eldon South West Corner Toilets)
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
The accessible toilet is 92m (100yd) from the main entrance.
The accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, in the corner of Eldon South.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 131cm x 197cm (4ft 3in x 6ft 5in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 66cm (2ft 1in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is lever.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in accessible toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 104cm (3ft 4in) high.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 77cm (2ft 6in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
Similar toilets are located in the same position on the second floor.
Standard Toilet (Eldon South West Corner Toilets)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located on the ground floor, in the corner of Eldon South.
The female toilets are 88m (96yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located on the ground floor,in the corner of Eldon South.
The male toilets are 91m (99yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Similar toilets are located in the same position on the second floor.
Standard toilets are also available on the first floor, along with an accessible shower.
Accessible Shower
Accessible shower facilities are available.
The showers are located in the South West Corner, on the 1st floor.
There are handrails.
There is a flip down seat.
The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 6in).
Access is from the Eldon East/South Building lift, via the Graphic Design Studio.
Accessible Toilet (Eldon South Mid Building Toilets)
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
The accessible toilet is 78m (85yd) from the main entrance.
The accessible toilet is located on the ground floor opposite a workshop.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 147cm x 197cm (4ft 9in x 6ft 5in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 78cm (2ft 6in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is not a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is lever.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in accessible toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 116cm (3ft 9in) high.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 78cm (2ft 6in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
There are similar toilets located in the same positions on the first and second floors.
Standard Toilet (Eldon South Mid Building Toilets)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located on the ground floor opposite a workshop.
The female toilets are 79m (86yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located on the ground floor opposite a workshop.
The male toilets are 76m (83yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
There are similar toilets located in the same positions on the first and second floors.
There are also standard toilets available on the ground floor of Eldon East, and all floors of Eldon North.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service can be requested.
Staff are Text Relay aware.
Plastic cups are available.
Plastic cutlery is available.
Drinking straws are not available on request.
The photograph shows the access from the Arts Café to the outdoor seating.
