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BH-0008 Meeting Room

Boldon House, Durham University, Wheatlands Way, Pity Me, Durham, DH1 5FA

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Access To

  • BH-0008 Meeting Room is located on Level 0, in the front left corner of the Boldon House building.
  • View information on Boldon House (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has manual doors and step-free level access.
  • The manual door is key card operated.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to enter BH-0008 Meeting Room.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.

Teaching

  • This is a meeting room.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Floor coverings are not even and could potentially cause a trip hazard.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
  • The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • This room has a television screen.
  • Trailing cable from the TV screen could present a trip hazard.