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BH-1009 Quiet Room

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

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  • BH-1009 Quiet Room is located on Level 1, at the rear left corner of the Boldon House building.
  • View information on Boldon House (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has a lift, manual doors, doors permanently held open and step-free level access.
  • The manual door and lift are key card operated.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to enter BH-1009 Quiet 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 teaching 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 even with no trip hazards.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • 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.