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The Market - University Place

The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL

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Access Guide

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Access To

  • The Market is located on Floor 0 of University Place, within Block 1.
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  • 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 to enter The Market.
  • There are double manual doors which open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 230cm.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.

Eating and Drinking

  • Location and Service View
    • This area has buffet counters, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menus are wall-mounted, available on a board and displayed on the counter.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The payment counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located in the rear half of the area.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 91cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • Seating Area View
    • 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.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: armchairs, sofas, benches and high stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and high tables.
    • 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 is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • There are multiple service and payment counters in this area for the different cuisines.
      The measurements are the same as the ones detailed.