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Bowland Tower

Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YG

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Accommodation Overview

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is via step-free level .
  • The step-free approach to the building is from Alexandra Square.
  • There is a fob activated single automatic door providing access to the entrance/lift lobby.
  • The building is signed with the name of the building.
  • The main entrance provides step-free level access to the entrance foyer on Level A.

Getting Around

  • There is step-free access throughout the building on all levels.
  • Floor surfaces along all circulation routes are hard and smooth.
  • There are no resting areas in the circulation and lobby areas.
  • There is no signage throughout.
  • There are no manual doors in corridors or the lobby area.

Parking (Visitor Parking A)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located on Bowland Avenue.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 10 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 475cm (depth).
    • The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
    • The width of the marked zone is 130cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 55m from the Main Accessible Entrance to the Great Hall Complex.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy ramp or slope and bollards.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
    • The closest bays have faded markings and a hatched area to one side and rear only.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
    • Parking is not free for all users.
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
    • Payment machines are located on North Drive near to Bowland Avenue.
    • There is a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is not a level manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user in front of the payment machine (minimum 185cm x 210cm).
    • View information on parking policies/charges (opens new tab).
    • Parking can be paid for for using the RingGo APP.
    • This Visitors Parking can also be used for:-
    • Bailrigg House - distance from Visitors Parking A to Bailrigg House is approximately 305m
    • Bowland Annexe - distance from Visitors Parking A to Bowland Annexe is approximately 147m.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located to the south east corner of Alexander Square, next to Slaidburn House .
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 119cm.
  • There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 93cm.
  • The door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 116cm.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the rear of the entrance lobby.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 7m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • A to O are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high visual contrast.
  • The lift does not have a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 600kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 95cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 96cm (width) x 152cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located to the rear of the entrance lobby.
  • There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
  • All levels can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 20+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Kitchen/Dining

  • The kitchen/dining area is located on D level, in Flat D.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen/dining area.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • The hob is 92cm from the floor.
  • A lowered hob is not available.
  • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 92cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests and armchairs.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Bedroom and Ensuite (Flat D - Room 1)

  • Bedroom Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located on level D .
    • The distance from the lift is 2m.
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access and a lift.
    • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
    • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
    • The key lock is at a height of 93cm.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a single bed.
    • The top of the mattress is 49cm from the floor.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
    • The following is available in this bedroom: a chair with armrests, a desk and a flashing fire alarm.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Ensuite Access View
    • There is stepped access into the ensuite.
    • There is one step into the ensuite. The height of the step is 6m.
    • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 66cm.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 172cm (width) x 100cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder and a wash basin available.
    • The wash basin has a twist turn mixer tap.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
    • Additional features include: a mirror, a coat hook and a shelf.
    • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • The ensuite has a shower with a step.
    • There is a fixed height shower head.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
    • There is no shower seat.