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Witham Court - Brant Ward

Fen Lane, North Hykeham, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 8UZ

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Summary

  • Services within this area include: older adult mental health
  • This is an Older Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit
  • This unit is linked to Witham Court
  • To view the guide for Witham Court please click here.

Getting To (Brant Ward)

  • The most accessible route from the car park has a steep ramp or slope, uneven surfaces and a dropped kerb.
  • Access to Brant Ward is via the Wards Entrance.
  • There is a drop-off point at this entrance.
  • Brant Ward is located on the left side of the hospital site.
  • Brant Ward is approximately 6m from the Wards Entrance.
  • Enter via the Wards Entrance.
    Turn left and the Brant Ward is ahead.
  • Internally the most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • Some flooring along the route is shiny .
  • There are resting areas along the route.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The following toilet facilities are available along the route; standard toilets.
  • View more information on getting to and around the hospital (opens new tab)

Parking (Witham Court)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located off Fen Lane.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 355cm (width) x 477cm (depth).
    • There are no hatched/marked zones.
    • The nearest designated bay is 46m from the Witham Court Main Entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access and uneven surfaces.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for staff and visitors only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There are 4 electric vehicle charging points.
    • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 237cm (width) x 490cm (depth).
    • The controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The charging points require tap and pay (contactless payment).
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is a designated drop-off point available.
    • The designated drop-off point is located in front of the Witham Court Main Entrance.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the drop-off point.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • The Electric Vehicle Charging Points are for staff use only.

Entrance (Wards Entrance)

  • This entrance is located on the left side of the hospital building.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.
  • There is a bell at a height of 131cm.
  • There is a bell at a height of 130cm.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 148cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors .
  • The second set of doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 146cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Ward (Brant Ward)

  • Ward Information View
    • This is a Mental Health ward.
    • This is a shared ward.
    • There are 8 side rooms available.
    • There are 8 beds in total on the ward.
    • There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
  • Location and Access View
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • There is step-free level access into this ward.
    • There are double automatic doors with a high visual contrast.
    • The doors open towards you.