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Nationwide King's Heath

17/19 Alcester Road South, King's Heath, Birmingham, B14 7JJ

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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

Parking

  • Public Parking View
    • On-street designated Blue Badge parking and standard parking is available.
    • The on-street designated Blue Badge parking bays are located in Kingsfield road.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • There is a public car park located in Institute Road.
    • The name of the car park is Institute Road.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available in the car park.
    • Electric vehicle charging points are not available in the car park.

ATMs (External)

  • There is one ATM.
  • The ATM is located on the corner of 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 95cm and 135cm.

Entrance (Branch)

  • This entrance is located at the front right of the branch.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via a slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There are double automatic doors, which are push pad activated.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 110cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.

Branch

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along the majority of circulation routes.
  • Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
  • There is background noise.
  • Area signage is provided.
  • Some 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, armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in this branch includes: tables and coffee tables.
  • Some tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • There are 2 meeting rooms in this branch.
  • Of these meeting rooms, there is step-free access to 2 of them.

ATMs (Internal)

  • There is one ATM.
  • The ATM is located to the right side of 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 90cm and 130cm.

Counter

  • The counter is located ahead from the branch entrance.
  • 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 not a lowered section at the counter.
  • 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.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Room (Meeting)

  • The room is located to the left after you enter the branch.
  • The distance from the branch entrance is 5m.
  • 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 92cm.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: 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.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a play area.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.