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Queen Margaret Union

Venue Image 22 University Gardens
University of Glasgow
Glasgow
G12 8QN
 
Tel: 0141 339 8784
Email: g.brady@qmu.org.uk
Web: http://www.qmu.org.uk

Opening Times

DayOpening Times
Monday08:00 - 00:00
Tuesday08:00 - 00:00
Wednesday08:00 - 00:00
Thursday08:00 - 00:00
Friday08:00 - 00:00
Saturday18:00 - 02:00
Sunday18:00 - 00:00

Location

The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.

This venue is situated in Glasgow.

The venue is on a road with a steep gradient.

The nearest mainline Railway Station is Partick.

The name of the nearest underground station is Hillhead.

The Queen Margaret Union is located in University Gardens on the main campus.

Parking

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This venue does not have its own car park.

On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.

Limited parking is available on the street outside the building.

There are designated bays for disabled staff, students and visitors across the campus. Students and staff who are Blue Badge holders automatically receive a parking permit free of charge. Please see the University of Glasgow parking notes for further details.

Outside Access (University Gardens - Main Entrance)

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There is not level access to the service.

The main doors open automatically.

The doors are double width.

The door opening is 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.

There is a second set of doors.

The doors open automatically.

The doors are double width.

The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.

No Level Access (University Gardens - Main Entrance)

There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.

The ramp or slope is located leading to the entrance from University Gardens.

The ramp or slope is moderate.

The ramp or slope is permanent.

The width of the ramp or slope is 118cm (3ft 10in).

There are steps to access this area/service.

There are 11 steps to the area/service.

The lighting levels at the steps are .

The steps are clearly marked.

The steps are medium.

The steps do have handrails.

The handrails are on both sides.

The ramp overcomes the steps.

The ramp is 25 metres long and may be unsuitable for some wheelchair users.

There is a level central resting area on the ramp.

Reception

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The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the front entrance.

There is level access to reception from the entrance.

Lighting levels are bright.

There is not a hearing assistance system.

Reception is situated immediately beyond the main entrance, on the left side of the foyer.

Inside Access

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There is level access to the service.

There is not a hearing assistance system.

This venue does not play background music.

The lighting levels are bright.

Other Floors

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The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.

There are 15+ steps between floors.

The lighting level is bright.

The steps are clearly marked.

The steps are medium height.

The steps do have handrails.

The steps have a handrail on both sides.

There is a landing.

The services located on each floor are as follows:

Ground Floor - reception, Qudos Coffee Bar/Venue and a shop

1st Floor - Jim's Bar and Games Room

2nd Floor - Lacuna Café and Food Factory

3rd Floor - Staff Offices, Boardrooms, Committee Rooms, a TV Room and a Laundry Room

There is an additional back staircase which also gives access to the 3rd floor.

Lift

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There is a lift for public use.

The lift is located at the rear of the foyer.

The lift is a standard lift.

The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2-3.

The lift is 5m (16ft 4in) from the accessible entrance.

Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.

The dimensions of the lift are 1.25m x 1.3m (4ft 1in x 4ft 3in).

There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.

The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.

The lift does not have an audible announcer.

The lighting level in the lift is bright.

The lift does not have Braille markings.

The lift does not have tactile markings.

Adapted Toilet (Ground Floor)

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There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.

Location of and access to adapted toilets

The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.

The adapted toilet is 20m (22yd) from the accessible entrance.

The adapted toilet is located in the standard male toilet.

Features and dimensions of adapted toilets

This is not a unisex toilet.

A key is required for the adapted toilet.

The key is a radar key.

The key can be obtained from reception.

The door opens outwards.

The door is locked by a locking handle.

The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 130cm x 140cm (4ft 3in x 4ft 7in).

There is a lateral transfer space.

As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.

The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 3in).

The tap type is lever.

There is not a functional emergency alarm available.

Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.

There is not a coat hook.

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 not mirrors in the adapted toilet.

The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).

There is not a hand dryer.

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 75cm (2ft 5in) high.

Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets

The contrast between the walls and floor is good.

Lighting levels are bright.

Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.

There is an identical adapted toilet cubicle in the standard female toilet.

Standard Toilet (Ground Floor)

Availability and Location of Standard Toilets

Standard toilets are available.

Access to Standard Female Toilets

The female toilets are located off the right hand side of the foyer as you enter.

The female toilets are 24m (26yd) 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 right hand side of the foyer as you enter.

The male toilets are 14m (15yd) 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.

There is an identical adapted toilet cubicle in the standard female toilet.

Standard Toilet (1st Floor)

Availability and Location of Standard Toilets

Standard toilets are available.

Access to Standard Female Toilets

The female toilets are located at the rear of Jim's Bar on the 1st floor.

The female toilets are 28m (30yd) 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 at the rear of Jim's Bar on the 1st floor.

The male toilets are 28m (30yd) 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.

The photograph shows the standard male toilet.

Standard Toilet (3rd Floor)

Availability and Location of Standard Toilets

Standard toilets are available.

Access to Standard Female Toilets

The female toilets are located on the 3rd floor, left as you exit the lift.

The female toilets are 19m (21yd) 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 on the 3rd floor, left as you exit the lift.

The male toilets are 28m (30yd) from the accessible entrance.

Inside the venue, there is not level access to the male toilet.

Lighting levels are bright.

Baby Change Facilities

Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.

The photograph shows the standard male toilet.

Restaurant / Bar (Qudos Coffee Bar and Venue - Ground Floor)

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Once inside, there is level access to the service.

Full table service is not available.

Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.

Food or drinks can be brought to the table.

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 76cm (2ft 5in) cm.

Menus are .

Menus are not available in large print.

Menus are not clearly written.

Menus are not presented in contrasting colours.

The type of food served here is hot and cold snacks and drinks.

There are 3 medium, clearly marked, steps, with a central handrail, for access to a raised seating area.

The nearest table from the Qudos entrance is 6 metres (19.6 feet) away.

Restaurant / Bar (Games Room - 1st Floor)

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Once inside, there is level access to the service.

Full table service is not available.

Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.

Food or drinks can be brought to the table.

There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.

No tables are permanently fixed.

No chairs are permanently fixed.

The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 72cm (2ft 4in) cm.

The games room has a bar.

The nearest table from the games room entrance is 8 metres (26.2 feet) away.

Restaurant / Bar (Jim's Bar - 1st Floor)

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Once inside, there is level access to the service.

Full table service is not available.

Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.

Food or drinks can be brought to the table.

There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.

Some tables are permanently fixed.

Some chairs are permanently fixed.

The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 76cm (2ft 5in) cm.

The nearest table from the bar entrance is 4 metres (13.1 feet) away.

There are 3 medium steps, with handrails on both sides, for access to a raised seating area.

Restaurant / Bar (Lacuna Café - 2nd Floor)

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Once inside, there is level access to the service.

Full table service is not available.

Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.

There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.

No tables are permanently fixed.

No chairs are permanently fixed.

The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 72cm (2ft 4in) cm.

Menus are .

Menus are not available in large print.

Menus are clearly written.

Menus are presented in contrasting colours.

The type of food served here is hot and cold snacks.

The nearest table from the café entrance is 3 metres (9.9 feet) away.

Restaurant / Bar (Food Factory - 2nd Floor)

Restaurant / Bar Image

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.

No chairs are permanently fixed.

The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 72cm (2ft 4in) cm.

Menus are .

Menus are not available in large print.

Menus are clearly written.

Menus are presented in contrasting colours.

The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

The nearest table from the café entrance is 10 metres (10.9 yards) away.

Additional Information

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Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.

There is an assistance dog toilet available on campus for students, staff and visitors.

Disability awareness training is available for all staff through the Staff Development Service. Other training relating to specific areas of disability awareness, such as curriculum development or a specialised software package is provided from the Learning and Teaching Centre, IT Services and the Student Disability Service.

The photograph shows the ramp leading to the main entrance.

Comments

The opening times may vary on club nights.