Sensory Guide: Martyrs Kirk
Introduction
Martyrs Kirk is a former church now repurposed as a library space exclusively for staff and postgraduate students.
This sensory guide outlines what you might experience in key study spaces within the building.
Martyrs Kirk is located on North Street, St Andrews (KY16 9HH).
Thomson Reading Room
Visual 👁
- Warm lighting
- Mix of overhead and natural light from stained glass windows
- Individual study spaces with desk lamps
- Large desks for personal use
Audio 👂
- Silent environment
- Carpet dampens sound of footsteps 🔇
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Hard chairs
- Ample desk space for each user
- Quiet, atmospheric, and calming environment
Smell 👃
- Food prohibited, so no noticeable smells