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Auditorium

The Chaplaincy, The University of Edinburgh, Central Area, 1 Bristo Square, Potterrow, Edinburgh, EH8 9AL

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Access To

  • The Auditorium is on the ground floor of the Chaplaincy building.
  • View information on The Chaplaincy (opens new tab).
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the Auditorium.
  • There are double manual doors which open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 151cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.

Seating Area (Audiorium)

  • The seating area is located within the Auditorium.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas and stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and desks.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There may be background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The door to The Sanctuary at the rear opens both ways, and is 96cm wide.