Access Guide
National Gallery of Scotland Complex
The Mound
Edinburgh
EH2 2EL
Tel: 0131 6246200
Email: marketing@nationalgalleries.org
Web: http://www.nationalgalleries.org
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 19:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Edinburgh.
The venue is on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Edinburgh Waverly Station.
The National Gallery of Scotland Complex is made up two seperate buildings joined by an underground link. One is know as the Royal Scottish Acadamy (RSA) and the other as the National Gallery of Scotland (NGS) The overground area between the two galleries is refered to as the Mound Precinct and blue badge parking is located in this area.
Parking (Mound Complex)
This venue does not have its own car park.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
On street Blue Badge parking is located in the Mound Precinct.
The 4 bays are signed but unmarked. There is no height restriction.
From this parking area there is ramped access to both galleries.
Outside Access (RSA from Princes Street)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.
No Level Access (RSA from Princes Street)
There are steps to access this area/service.
There are 9 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on the right going up.
There are steps either side of this entrance door. A handrail is on the left or right as you go up depending which steps you use.
Once inside this entrance there are further steps to both the upper and lower galleries. These can be avoided by using the alternative Mound Precinct entrance.
Outside Access (alternative entrance RSA)
There is not level access to the service.
The intercom is in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are double width.
The doors are light.
The door opening is 152cm (4ft 11in) wide.
No Level Access (alternative entrance RSA)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located off the Mound Precinct.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 152cm (4ft 11in).
This entrance is located off the parking area.
A member of staff is available at this entrance.
Outside Access (Mound Precinct (NGS)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open both ways.
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open both ways.
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.
No Level Access (Mound Precinct (NGS)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
This entrance is located off the parking area.
The entrance is staffed.
Outside Access (Link and Gardens entrance)
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 145cm (4ft 9in) wide.
This entrance is open from 10am and gives direct access to the link, restaurant, cloakroom and information desk. Access to both the RSA and the NGS is also possible from this entrance.
Reception (Princes Street entrance (RSA)
The reception desk is 3m (9ft 10in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
There is also a cloakroom located at this desk.
Reception (NGS Mound Precinct entrance)
The reception desk is 4m (13ft 1in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access (Upper and Lower Galleries (RSA)
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are low.
Lighting varies according to the exhibitions.
Inside Access (NGS)
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
Exhibition labels are produced in large print.
Information in Braille is available for the Education Programme.
BSL tours are available once a month - check the gallery website for details.
Other Floors
The lighting level is low.
There are several staircases located throughout both of the buildings. Handrails are generally available. Lift access, standard or platform, is available to overcome the staircases and stepped areas.
Lift (RSA)
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located at the Mound Precinct Entrance.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are Gardens to Upper Gallery.
The lift is 3m (9ft 10in) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 2.7m x 2.7m (8ft 10in x 8ft 10in).
The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does have an audible announcer.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Lift (NGS)
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located off the entrance foyer Mound Precinct.
The lift is a platform lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G- A1.
This lift gives access from the ground floor to the Early Italian collection.
Lift (NGS)
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located off the ground floor exhibition area.
The lift is a standard lift.
The lift is 50m (55yd) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.1m x 1.52m (3ft 7in x 4ft 11in).
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 lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Opposite the lift described above is a similar lift. One lift goes to the Impressionists Collections and the other to the Scottish Wing. The Scottish Wing lift does not have a mirror.
Adapted Toilet (RSA)
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 10m (11yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located near the Mound Precinct entrance.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 149cm x 223cm (4ft 10in x 7ft 3in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 77cm (2ft 6in).
The tap type is lever.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 5in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 76cm (2ft 5in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
There are baby changing facilities in the adapted toilet.
Adapted Toilet (NGS)
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 50m (55yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located off the ground floor exhibition area.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens inwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 130cm x 120cm (4ft 3in x 3ft 11in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 67cm (2ft 2in).
The tap type is twist/turn.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 5in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
There are baby changing facilities in the adapted toilet.
Please note there is an outer door before the door to the main cubicle. The width of the door is 70cm.
Standard Toilet (RSA)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located throughout venue.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located throughout venue.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Standard Toilet (NGS)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located off the ground floor exhibition area.
The female toilets are 20m (22yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located off the ground floor exhibition area.
The male toilets are 20m (22yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Please note there is an outer door before the door to the main cubicle. The width of the door is 70cm.
Restaurant / Bar (Gallery Restaurant)
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Full table service is available.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
Some chairs are permanently fixed.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 72cm (2ft 4in) cm.
Menus are hand held.
Menus are not available in Braille.
Menus are not available in large print.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is Modern European.
There is a combination of table and counter service in the restaurant.
Some areas of the restaurant are accessed by a ramp (moderate, 128cm). The majority of the floor area is level.
There are adapted and standard toilets located off the dining area.
There is a cloakroom and information desk outside the main dining area.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service can be requested.
A raised or tactile plan of the building is not available on request.
Plastic cups are not available.
Plastic cutlery is not available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
The photograph shows a ramped area in the restaurant.
Comments
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