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309 Regent Street

Regent Street Campus, University of Westminster, Regent Street, London, W1B 2HW

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Overview

  • About View
    • 309 Regent Street is a large building with nine main floors to the front of the building, with an additional 10 floors which are split level from the main floors to the rear of the building.
    • The lower main floors are signed G for the ground floor, B for the basement, and B2 and B3 for the sub-basements.
    • The higher main floors are signed 1 for the first floor, up to 6 for the sixth floor.
    • The eight additional floors to the rear of the building, designated as upper floors from the main floor they are split level from, are prefixed U.
    • These are signed UG for the upper ground floor, and U1 for the upper first floor, up to U5 for the upper fifth floor.
    • There also additional rear floors signed as LG for the lower ground floor, UB for the upper basement floor, and B2 for the higher of the sub-basement levels.
    • Floor UB does not appear on the majority of wayfinding signage.
    • There are internal step-free entrances from 307 Regent Street Cinema and 311 Gallery Coffee Shop adjacent.
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Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is step-free.
  • There are three entrances into 309 Regent Street which provide access to the reception area on the ground floor.
  • There is an external accessible entrance, an external stepped entrance, and an internal entrance which is also stepped.
  • The accessible entrance is named as 307 Regent Street and is signed as 'REGENT STREET CINEMA'.
  • The stepped entrance is named as 309 Regent Street and is signed as 'UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER Formerly THE POLYTECHNIC Founded by QUINTIN HOGG'.
  • The internal entrance is from within the Gallery Café which has an external entrance which is signed as 311 Regent Street and is signed as 'The Gallery Coffee Shop'.
  • The accessible entrance provides step-free level access via platform lift to the Regent Street Cinema foyer, after which a staff member will escort visitors via a step-free level route to the reception area of 309 Regent Street.
  • There is level access from within the Gallery View Café.

Getting Around

  • There is step-free access throughout the building to all main floors.
  • Routes between some rooms and services may require the use of more than one lift.
  • Some rooms and services have stepped-only access.
  • There are three clearly marked steps with handrails on both sides located at two doorways off the Old Gymnasium on floor B2 for access to the Students' Union Hideaway on floor B.
  • These steps can be overcome by taking Lift B from floor B2 to floor B, then Lift A1 or Lift A2 to floor LG, then Lift C via the Old Gymnasium to floor B.
  • Access to Rooms B03-B24 on floor B2, is via five poorly marked steps with handrails on both sides.
  • There are two well marked steps without handrails for access to Room 158 on floor U1.
  • There is a slope with a steep incline for access to the front of Lecture Theatre UG05 towards the rear of the building on floor UG.
  • There is a slope with a steep incline and two steps for access to Room UG07 towards the rear of the building on floor UG.
  • There is a short slope with a steep incline along the corridor into floor U2 from the main stairwell.
  • There are eight poorly marked steps with handrails on both sides to the female standard toilets off the main stairwell between floor 1 and U1.
  • There is only stepped access to the male standard toilets off the main stairwell between floors 2 and U2, and between floors 3 and U3.
  • There is a 7cm high step into the female standard toilet off the main stairwell on floor 3.
  • There is only stepped access to the shared standard toilets off the main stairwell between floors 4 and U4.
  • There is only stepped access to the female standard toilets off the main stairwell between floors 5 and U5.
  • Floor surfaces along all circulation routes are hard and smooth with some having a shiny, patterned, or shiny and patterned finish.
  • There are resting areas on basement level B in the Old Gymnasium, and also the balcony level UG, with a mixture of seating.
  • Wall mounted wayfinding signage is provided throughout the building.
  • There are manual doors along circulation routes throughout the building, including from the stairwells, which may not be held open.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 9 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located in basement floors B, B2, and B3, and on floors 1, U1, U2, U3, and U5.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • There are toilets with adaptations with a transfer space on the right-hand side on the ground floor G after the security barriers at reception, and on floor B near Lift B.
    • There are toilets with adaptations with a transfer space on the left-hand side near Lift B on floors B2, U3 and U5; near Lift A2 on floor 1; and near Lift C on floors U1 and U2.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are located within the female standard toilets off the main stairwell between floors 1 and U1, and off the main stairwell on floor 3; within the male standard toilets off the main stairwell between each of floors 2 and U2, and 3 and U3; and within the shared standard toilets off the main stairwell between floors 4 and U4.
    • There is only stepped access to these toilets.
    • The shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located on floor B off the main lift lobby and stairwell.
    • The shared standard toilet facilities are located off the main stairwell between floors 4 and U4.
    • The female standard toilet facilities are located off the main stairwell between floors 1 and U1, off the main stairwell on floor 3, and off the main stairwell between floors 5 and U5.
    • The male standard toilet facilities are located off the main stairwell between each of floors 2 and U2, and 3 and U3.
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • The Changing Places toilet facilities are located on floor B, off the main lift lobby and stairwell.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • The shower facilities which have adaptations are located within the fitness suite on floor B3.
    • Standard shower facilities are located within the fitness suite on floor B3.

Rooms and Services in the Building

Parking

  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • On-street Parking View
    • On-street designated Blue Badge parking and standard parking is available .
    • The on-street designated Blue Badge parking bays are located on Great Portland Street.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The on-street standard parking bays are located on Little Portland Street.

Entrance (307 Regent Street - Accessible Entrance)

  • This entrance is located on Regent Street, opposite Little Portland Street.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access via lift at the entrance.
  • The lift bypasses the steps.
  • There is a bell at a height of 110cm.
  • The bell will alert a member of staff who will escort you along accessible routes to services within the building.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • There is a push pad at a height of 85cm.
  • The width of the opening is 172cm.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is stepped access as you enter.
  • The lift bypasses the steps.
  • There are 3 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm .
  • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a second single manual door after the lift or steps for accessible routes into the building.
  • The second door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 82cm.
  • The second door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Lift (Accessible Entrance)

  • The lift surveyed is located straight ahead after the first set of doors at the accessible entrance.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • The distance from the accessible entrance is 4m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The lift door has a low visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is not stated.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • The majority of the external controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 89cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 95cm (width) x 145cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift is slow moving and the button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Reception

  • The reception is located within the main entrance foyer for 309 Regent Street.
  • The distance from the accessible entrance is 9m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 111cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
  • The flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
  • Some chairs are fixed.
  • There are security barriers with a wider opening which are operated by staff.

Lift B

  • The lift surveyed is located on the left after the security barriers at reception.
  • The distance from the security barriers is 6m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The floors G, LG, B, B2, B3, 1, 2, 2A, U2, 3, U3, 4, U4, 5, U5 and 6. are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • Some of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 77cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 108cm (width) x 139cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a list of floor services/facilities.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • Internally the lift has a separate door to exit and no mirror to aid reversing on floors B2, LG, 2A, U3, U4, and U5.
  • Floor 2A requires a key card for access.
  • Lift C to the right of the building is for floors B, LG, G, U1 and U2.
  • Lifts A1 and A2 straight ahead from the security barriers at reception are for access to floors B, G, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located straight ahead after the security barriers at reception.
  • There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
  • The floors G, LG, B, B2, B3, UG, 1, U1, 2, U2, 3, U3, 4, U4, 5, U5 and 6 can be accessed by these stairs.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are 20+ steps between each of the main numbered floors, or between each of the U-prefixed upper floors.
  • There are between 9 and 18 steps between any main numbered floor and its associated U-prefixed upper floor.
  • The steps from floor 1 upwards have faded markings.
  • The height of the steps from floor 1 upwards is not between 15cm and 18cm, with a highest step of 14cm.
  • The depth of the steps from floor 1 upwards is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There are also stairs between the ground floor G and floor B for access to The Hideaway Refectory on floor B.
  • There are additional stairs to the right of the building for all floors between B, LG, G, U1 and U2.
  • There are further stairs to the left of the building for all U-prefixed upper floors between floors U2 and U5.
  • There are more stairs to the rear of the building for access between the lower level and the balcony in the Old Gymnasium on floors B2 and LG.

Changing Places (Basement Floor)

  • Location and Access View
    • The Changing Places facility surveyed is located on the basement floor B.
    • The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
    • The distance from the lift is 9m.
    • The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • Lift B, Lift A1, or Lift A2 may be used to access the facility.
    • A key card is required to access the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door .
    • The dimensions of the facility are 230cm (width) x 305cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
  • Toilet Details View
    • There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however the right side is obstructed.
    • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 97cm.
    • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 97cm.
    • There is a push button flush on top of the cistern.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
    • The toilet seat is 51cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 87cm from the floor.
  • Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
    • The changing bench is wall mounted at a fixed height.
    • The length of the changing bench is 190cm.
    • The facility hoist is mobile and accesses all areas.
  • Other Facilities View
    • There is a fixed height wash basin.
    • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 92cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • A wide paper roll dispenser is not available.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 96cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The facility has no disposal facilities.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 181cm from the floor.
    • A privacy screen is not available.
    • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Shared - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located to the right after the security barriers after reception, next to the stepped entrance to Fyvie Hall.
    • The distance from the security barriers after reception is 10m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
    • The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 155cm (width) x 310cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 89cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 122cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 85cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 110cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.