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BH-2012 Quiet Room

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

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  • BH-2012 Quiet Room is located on Level 2, in the left rear corner of the Boldon House building.
  • View information on Boldon House (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has doors permanently held open, step-free level access, manual doors and a lift.
  • The Manual door and lift are key card operated.
  • There is numbered and written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to enter BH-2012 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 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.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • Floor coverings are even with no trip hazards.
  • 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 without armrests and chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: coffee tables and desks.
  • Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.