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I.V Café

Maurice Shock Building, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7HG

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Access To

  • The I.V Café is located towards the front left of the Maurice Shock Building on floor 1.
  • There are two similar entrances into the café.
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  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and shiny flooring.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the I.V Café.
  • There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
  • The door has an open extension leaf.
  • The width of the opening is 135cm.
  • The door has a low visual contrast.

Eating and Drinking

  • Service View
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus are wall-mounted and available on a board.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: 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 towards the rear of the café.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 90cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 130cm to 140cm from the floor.
    • The touchscreen is for a self-service coffee machine.
  • 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.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and high stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
    • Some tables are fixed.
    • 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.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.