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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 is available.
    • The on-street designated Blue Badge parking bays are located in Bradford Street.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • There is a public car park located in Bradford Street.
    • The name of the car park is Bradford Street.
    • 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 right 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 and pay in ATM.
  • The height of the ATM features vary between 89cm and 129cm.

Entrance (Branch)

  • This entrance is located at the front 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 very easy slope at the entrance.
  • There is a single automatic door.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 99cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.

Branch

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high along circulation routes.
  • Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
  • Access throughout may include narrow walkways and permanent physical obstructions.
  • There is background noise.
  • Area signage is not provided.
  • Seating available for customers includes: armchairs.
  • Furniture available in this branch includes: coffee tables.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • 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 on 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 ATM.
  • The height of the ATM features vary between 84cm and 102cm.

Counter

  • The counter is located directly 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 99cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has screens which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • 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.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Room (Meeting Room)

  • The room is located along the corridor to the right of the counter.
  • The distance from the branch entrance is 25m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has narrow walkways.
  • 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 74cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • 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.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: desks.
  • The desks are fixed.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.