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Disabled Access Guide for The Abbey Building
Lincoln College
Monks Road
Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN2 5HQ
Tel: 01522 876000
Fax: 01522 876200
Email: enquiries@lincolncollege.ac.uk
Web: http://www.lincolncollege.ac.uk
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Introduction
Services/facilities within the building include : the School of Advanced Education - Advanced and Continuing Education Rooms, the A Level Centre, the International Office, the Access to Higher Education Suite, Blackfriars Restaurant, Friary Learning Centre, the Delimarché Coffee Shop.
Related link Blackfriars Restaurant.
Related link Friary Learning Centre.
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:00 - 21:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 21:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 21:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 21:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 16:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Lincoln.
The venue is on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Lincoln Central.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
Parking is free for all users.
The car park is at the front of the venue.
The car park surface is tarmac.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Due to building work at the campus, the car park at the front of this building is currently not in use.
There are further car parks available throughout the campus.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 108cm (3ft 6in) wide.
This entrance leads to a seperate level just below the 1st floor of the building.
The ground floor cannot be accessed directly from this entrance.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
Outside Access (Friary Learning Centre Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 230cm (7ft 6in) wide.
This entrance gives access to the Friary Learning Centre entrance and the Access to the Higher Education Suite on the ground floor of the building.
Level Change (Friary Learning Centre Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are Entrance Level-1-2-M-3-4.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is medium.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are deep.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
There are 7 steps, with no landing, between the entrance level and the 1st floor.
There are similar steps on the Friary Learning Centre side of the building, which access floors G-1-2-3-4.
Lift (Main)
The lift is located just inside the main entrance.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are Entrance Level-1-2-M-3-4.
The lift is 2m (6ft 6in) from the main entrance.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.17m x 1.43m (3ft 10in x 4ft 8in).
The clear door width is 79cm.
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 controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
The lighting level in the lift is medium.
The lift does have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
This lift is operated by a swipe card, which can be obtained from the main reception in the Monks Building.
Lift (Friary Learning Centre Side)
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located to the left as you enter the building.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2-3-4.
The lift is 11m (12yd) from the Friary Learning Centre entrance.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.95m x 1.34m (6ft 4in x 4ft 4in).
The clear door width is 88cm.
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 controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
The lighting level in the lift is medium.
The lift does have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Reception
The reception desk is 8m (26ft 2in) from the main lift.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
The desk has a lowered section.
Lighting levels are medium.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
The reception is located on the 2nd floor of this building.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
Adapted Toilet (Mezzanine Area)
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 5m (16ft 4in) from the main lift.
The adapted toilet is located to the left as you exit the lift.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 88cm (2ft 10in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 173cm x 223cm (5ft 8in x 7ft 3in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted toilet.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 100cm (3ft 3in).
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 not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
Position of fixtures in adapted 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 adapted 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 48cm (1ft 6in).
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.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 114cm (3ft 8in) high.
There is a sink.
The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are medium.
Adapted Toilet (Second Floor)
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 22m (24yd) from the main lift.
The adapted toilet is located in the central area of the second floor.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
This is by lift.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 86cm (2ft 9in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 199cm x 209cm (6ft 6in x 6ft 10in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted 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 87cm (2ft 10in).
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 not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
Position of fixtures in adapted 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 adapted 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 48cm (1ft 6in).
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.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
There is a sink.
The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are medium.
There are identical toilets in the same location on the 3rd and 4th floors.
There is an additional adapted toilet located on the 3rd floor next to the Friary Learning Centre side lift (shown in photograph 2).
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located on the mezzanine level.
The female toilets are 3m (9ft 10in) from the main lift.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
This is by lift.
Lighting levels are medium.
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are located in the central area of the 2nd floor.
The female and male toilets are 23m (25yd) from the main lift.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
This is by lift.
Lighting levels are medium.
There are similar male and female standard toilets available in the same located on the 3rd and 4th floors.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is generally on duty.
Staff are trained to BSL level 1.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
