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Route From Cyprus DLR Station to West Building

Docklands Campus, The University of East London, 4-6 University Way, London, E16 2RD

Access Guide

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Introduction

Cyprus DLR Station Platform 1 - East Bound

  • Related link Cyprus DLR.
  • There is tactile paving at the edge of the platform.
  • Moving away from the edge, the platform has a large slab block paving surface, and there is an easy slope leading towards the exits at the rear of the platform.
  • These details are exactly the same for Platform 2 (West Bound).

Rear of Platform 1 - East Bound

  • There is a shallow gutter towards the rear of the platform, which is well marked by a red line (see photograph 1).
  • This gutter also marks the boundary between the large slab block paving and brick block paving surface.
  • There is a ticket machine and Oyster touch pads at the rear of the platform by the exits.
  • These details are exactly the same for Platform 2 (West Bound).

Steps to exit Platform 1 - East Bound

  • There are 12 deep steps, which are not marked, to exit the platform.
  • There are 2 sets of steps, either side of the ticket machine and Oyster touch pads at the rear of the platform, with handrails on opposite sides.
  • These steps can be overcome using the ramps mentioned below.
  • These details are exactly the same for Platform 2 (West Bound).

Ramps to Exit Platform 1 - East Bound

  • There are 2 ramps, next to the 2 sets of steps at the rear of the platform, to exit the platform.
  • These ramps are moderate, have a brick block paving surface, are 152cm wide and overcome the steps mentioned.
  • One of the ramps has a handrail on the right hand side going up for the first part, then on the left for the last part.
  • The other ramp has handrails on the opposite sides.

Bridge over the Platforms

  • This bridge is accessed at the top of the ramps and steps from platform 1.
  • It has a brick block paving surface and steep slope.
  • It leads to the entrance to the Docklands Campus entrance and reception, and also platform 2.

Slope leading to the Campus Entrance and Reception

  • The slope leads from the bridge from platform 1 and the rear of platform 2 to the Reception Building entrance, and the general entrance to the campus.
  • It has a moderate gradient and a large slab block paving surface.
  • The Underground Bar and the UEL Faith and Reflection Centre are also accessed off this slope, either side of the Reception Building.

Outside Access (Reception Building Entrance)

  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the Reception Building.
  • There is level access into the venue.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 102cm (3ft 4in).

Reception (Campus Main Reception)

  • The desk/counter is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Reception Building entrance.
  • There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
  • The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
  • The desk/counter is not staffed.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.
  • Comments View
    • There are lowered sections at either end of the reception desk.
    • The Reception Building has vinyl flooring.

Lift (Reception Building Lift)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located at the far end of the Reception Building.
  • The lift is a platform lift.
  • The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
  • The lift is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the Reception Building entrance.
  • Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The clear door width is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 97cm x 142cm (3ft 2in x 4ft 8in).
  • There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is not 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 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.

Path from the Reception Building Lift

  • This path leads from the upper level of the Reception Building Lift to University Square.
  • It is level and has a large slab block paving surface.
  • It is 122cm wide at its narrowest.

Slope leading past the Reception Building

  • There is a long moderate slope leading past the Reception Building up to University Square.
  • It has a large slab block paving surface, and a handrail on the right hand side going up.
  • This is the main access to the Campus for people who do not need to visit reception.
  • However, this slope can be overcome using the Reception Building lift.

University Square

  • University Square is at the centre of the main part of the Docklands Campus.
  • It has a large slab block paving surface, with various easy slopes throughout.
  • There are maps and signposts in University Square.
  • The East Building is accessed off University Square.

Steps To The Raised Part Of University Square

  • On the right hand side of University Square as you enter from Cyprus DLR station or the Reception Building, there are 6 medium steps leading to the raised part of the square.
  • These steps are not marked, but have handrails both sides.
  • There is a slope to overcome these steps.

Path Towards The Student Centre - North Building

  • To overcome the steps, take the path to the right as you face the steps, towards the Student Centre North Building.
  • For the Student Centre North Building Access Guide please click here
  • This path is level, with a large slab block paving surface.

Ramp To The Raised Part of University Square

  • Opposite the entrance to the Student Centre - North Building, there is a moderate slope with a large slab block paving surface.
  • There are several tables and benches in this area.
  • There is a large tent structure at time of survey on the raised part of the square which took up much of the ramp.

Raised Area of University Square

  • The raised area has a large slab block paving surface, with various easy slopes throughout.
  • Tables with seating are available for use.
  • There is an emergency help point with controls at a height of 114cm.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • This information is for the entrance located off University Square.
  • There is level access into the venue.
  • The main door(s) open automatically.
  • The doors are double width.
  • The door opening is 165cm (5ft 5in) wide.
  • Second set of doors View
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open automatically.
    • The doors are double width.
    • The door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in) wide.