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Chancellor Hall

City Campus, Infirmary Walk, Worcester, WR1 3AS

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Introduction

  • Services / facilities within the building include Student Accommodation and Laundry facilities.

Getting Here

  • By Road View
    • The City Campus is located to the north of the centre of Worcester, just off the A38.
      • From the M5 take junction 7 onto the Whittington Road signposted Worcester, Evesham, and County Hall. At the roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A4440 signposted Worcester (City Centre) (A44), Evesham, and Stratford. Proceed to the next roundabout and take the first exit onto the A44, signposted Worcester (City Centre). Continue along the A44 to the next roundabout. Take the first exit to continue along the A44 (London Road), signposted City Centre. Continue along the A44 for approximately 1.1 miles. At the traffic lights proceed straight ahead, onto Sidbury (A44), passing The Commandery on the right. Continue along Sidbury, proceeding onto Deansway (A44), for approximately 795m. Proceed onto Bridge Street and take the right hand lane to turn right onto North Parade, following the signs for University (City Centre). Continue to follow the road, taking the left hand lane, proceeding from North Parade onto North Quay, and Croft Road, for approximately 400m. At the roundabout take the first exit onto the A449 (Croft Road). After approximately 95m bear right to continue along the main road onto Castle Street. The Arthouse is on the left after approximately 115m.
      • From the West take the A44 or A4103 to Worcester. Follow the A44 (Bromyard Road) signposted Worcester. After approximately 1.5 miles bear left and follow the signs for City Centre. Continue to follow the signs for City Centre onto Tybridge Street and take the left lane to continue along the A44 towards the City Centre across Worcester Bridge. Stay in the left hand lane proceeding from North Parade onto North Quay, and Croft Road, for approximately 400m. At the roundabout take the first exit onto the A449 (Croft Road). After approximately 95m bear right to continue along the main road onto Castle Street. The Arthouse is on the left after approximately 115m.
    • On-site parking is available at the City Campus. There are also public car parks near to the campus.
  • By Bus View
    • The nearest bus stop to the City Campus is The Tything, on the A38, approximately 0.2 miles away. From the bus stop head towards the City Centre and turn right onto Castle Street. The campus is on both sides of the road after approximately 205m.
  • By Train View
    • The nearest train station is Worcester Foregate, approximately 0.3 miles away. Exit the station and turn right onto Foregate Street. Proceed along Foregate Street for approximately 220m. Turn left onto Castle Street. The campus is on both sides of the road after approximately 205m.
  • Useful Links View

Useful Information

Building Parking

  • The building does have its own dedicated parking.
  • Building Car Park View
    • The car park can be used by visitors and Blue Badge holders.
    • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
    • The car park is located outside the Charles Hastings Building.
    • The car park type is open air/surface.
    • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
    • There is/are 4 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
    • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are signposted but have no markings.
    • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
    • The nearest designated bay is 100m (109yd 1ft) from the Bishop Bosel Hall entrance.
    • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
    • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
    • The car park surface is block paving.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
    • The name of the car park is Pitchcroft.
    • The car park is located on Severn Terrace.
  • On Street Parking View
    • Clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bays are available.
    • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Infirmary Walk.
    • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
    • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Severn Terrace.
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is a designated drop off point.
    • There is not a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
    • The drop off point is located in the main car park at the front left of the Charles Hasting Building.
  • Comments View
    • The on street Blue Badge Bays are not individually marked.
    • The width of the Blue Badge bays is 120cm.
    • There is room for approximately 4 cars.
    • The on street standard parking bays are not individually marked.
    • The width of the standard parking bays is 120cm.
    • There is room for approximately 5 cars.

Outside Access (Flats 1 - 6)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is a bell/buzzer.
    • The height of the bell/buzzer is 114cm (3ft 9in).
    • There is an intercom.
    • The height of the intercom is 114cm (3ft 9in).
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 112cm (3ft 8in).
    • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • The door(s) is/are push pad activated when exiting.
    • The door(s) is / are single.
    • The width of the door opening is 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
    • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
    • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

Outside Access (Flats 7 - 14)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is a bell/buzzer.
    • The height of the bell/buzzer is 112cm (3ft 8in).
    • There is an intercom.
    • The height of the intercom is 112cm (3ft 8in).
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 108cm (3ft 7in).
    • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • The door(s) is/are push pad activated when exiting.
    • The door(s) is / are single.
    • The width of the door opening is 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
    • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
    • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

Outside Access (Laundry)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
    • There is step free access at this entrance.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • There is not an intercom.
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the card reader/lock is 113cm (3ft 8in).
    • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are push pad activated when exiting.
    • The door(s) is / are single (with a locked extension leaf).
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 82cm (2ft 8in).
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
  • Second Set of Doors View
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is / are single.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • Comments View
    • The laundry room contains accessible washers and dryers.
    • There is a single armchair in the laundry room.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step free access throughout the building.
    • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
  • Getting Around View
    • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
    • There is clearly written and pictorial directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
    • There is some flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • This building does not play background music.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Accommodation

  • Location of Accessible Accommodation View
    • The establishment provides 5 accessible room(s) with ensuite facilities and/or separate accessible bathroom.
    • The accessible facilities are located in Flats 2, 4, and 7.
    • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
    • The room number viewed was Flat 1, room F.
    • The width of the door to the room is 88cm (2ft 11in).
    • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 210cm x 330cm (6ft 11in x 10ft 10in).
    • The bed is 58cm (1ft 11in) high.
    • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 40cm (1ft 4in).
    • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
    • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the room.
    • No emergency alarm is fitted in the room.
    • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in accessible accommodation.
  • Ground Floor Rooms View
    • Ground floor rooms do have level access.
    • None of these rooms are accessed by platform lift.
    • Adjoining rooms are not available.
  • Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
    • There are standard rooms on other floors.
    • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
    • There is level access to standard rooms on other floors.
    • This is by platform lift.
    • Adjoining rooms are not available.
  • Comments View
    • The photographs also show the communal kitchen diner area within the accommodation.

Other Floors (Flats 1 - 6)

  • Steps View
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1 and 2.
    • The stairs are located to the right in the entrance lobby (Flats 1 - 6).
    • The stairs are approximately 2m from the entrance (Flats 1 - 6).
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The lighting levels are varied.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
    • The steps do have handrails.
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • There is a landing.
    • There is an identical set of stairs at the rear of the building, servicing flats 7 - 14.

Lift

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located in the lobby between flats 1 and 2.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1 and 2.
  • Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
  • The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the entrance.
  • Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The clear door width is 92cm (3ft).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 145cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 9in).
  • There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
  • The lift does have an audible announcer.
  • The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
  • The lift does have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.