Access Guide
Branch Adaptations
- There is a 'helping hand unit' which has items that may help you, such as pen grips and magnifiers - please ask a colleague.
- There are ‘Speak Easy’ cards which will be out in the banking hall or on the counter. These are communication cards for people who find it difficult to speak. Learn more about 'Speak Easy' (opens a new window).
- Remote BSL interpreters are available on customers’ own devices through SignVideo. Your device will need to be WiFi enabled and have a camera and a speaker. Learn more about SignVideo (opens a new window).
- In-person interpreters, such as BSL and Deafblind, can be booked in advance. A colleague can help with this.
- To help you prepare for your visit Nationwide has developed a generic guide to visiting a branch (opens a new window).
- You can request documents in alternative format including braille, large print and audio – please ask a colleague.
- Assistance dogs are welcome.
Overview
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About
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- There are no toilet facilities.
- View information on opening times.
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue does not have its own car park.
- There is a public car park nearby.
- The name of the nearest car park is Lodge Lane Car Park.
- View information on Lodge Lane Car Park (opens new tab) .
- There is on-street standard parking.
- The nearest train station is New Southgate.
- This station does not have step-free access.
- The nearest step-free train station is Edmonton Green.
- The nearest underground station is Woodside Park.
- For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Traveline (opens new tab).
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
- The most accessible entrance is also the main entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- The following areas have stepped access: some meeting rooms (on first and second floor).
- There are manual doors along circulation routes.
- Access throughout may include narrow walkways and pillars.
- The ground, first and second floors can be accessed via stairs.
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Getting Help and Assistance
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- Seating is available.
- There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
- Domestic abuse support - We have a Safe Space where you can call a helpline, support service, or friends and family. Learn more about Safe Spaces (opens a new window).
- There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
Parking
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Public Parking
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- On-street standard parking is available.
- There is a public car park located to the west of the branch.
- The name of the car park is Lodge Lane Car Park.
- Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.
- Electric vehicle charging points are available in the car park.
ATMs (External)
- There is one ATM.
- The ATM is located to the left of the branch entrance.
- The ATM is clearly signed.
- This ATM is a Talking ATM.
- Headphones for the ATM cannot be provided.
- This is a cash withdrawal ATM.
- The height of the ATM features vary between 90cm and 133cm.
Entrance (Branch)
- This entrance is located at the front of the branch.
- The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
- 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 are double automatic doors, which are push pad activated.
- The height of the push pad is 92cm.
- The doors open away from you.
- The width of the opening is 145cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The doors have a low colour contrast.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 90cm.
Branch
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- The following areas have stepped access: some meeting rooms (first and second floors).
- Some flooring is shiny.
- There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
- Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
- Access throughout may include narrow walkways and pillars.
- There is background noise.
- Area signage is provided.
- Area signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
- The colour, design and typeface of area signage is consistent throughout.
- Seating available for customers includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and sofas.
- Furniture available in this branch includes: tables.
- The tables are fixed.
- The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
- There are 5 meeting rooms in this branch.
- Of these meeting rooms, there is step-free access to 1 of them.
ATMs (Internal)
- There is one ATM.
- The ATM is located to the left as you enter the branch.
- The ATM is clearly signed.
- This ATM is a Talking ATM.
- Headphones for the ATM cannot be provided.
- This is a cash withdrawal and pay in ATM.
- The height of the ATM features vary between 94cm and 128cm.
Counter
- The counter is located ahead as you enter the branch.
- The distance from the branch entrance is 10m.
- The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
- There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 113cm.
- There is a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the lowered section is 91cm.
- There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
- There is a low level shelf at the counter.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
Room (Meeting Room)
- The room is located to the left of the counter.
- The distance from the branch entrance is 14m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
- There is no signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a single manual door.
- The door opens away from you.
- The width of the opening is 78cm.
- The door has a high colour contrast.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There is not space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
- Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
- Furniture available in this room includes: desks.
- All of the desks are fixed.
- The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
- Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
Entrance (Internal)
- This entrance is located to the left side of the branch.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There is a single manual door.
- The door opens towards you.
- The width of the opening is 77cm.
- The door has a medium colour contrast.
Stairs
- The stairs are located ahead and to the right after entering via the internal entrance.
- The first and second floors can be accessed by these stairs.
- There is a handrail on the left going up.
- The handrail is easy to grip.
- The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The step markings are not clearly visible.
- The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 19cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm-45cm.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
