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COVID-19 Information

• The information in this section was taken in November 2020.
• There have been no changes to the venue's parking or entrances/exits as a result of COVID-19.
• Hand sanitisers are available at all main entrances to buildings, car parks and wards/departments.
• There is currently a restricted number of visitors allowed and some one way systems in place.
• There is a reduction in the number of seats in waiting areas to achieve required social distancing.
• Wall signage has been installed advising of social distancing and floor markings are in place advising where to stand when required to queue.
• Protective screens are located at reception desks.
• It is advised to keep left on stairwells.
• Lifts are limited to two people at a time.
• There have been no changes to the toilet facilities.
• Users must comply with social distancing requirements and wear masks/facial coverings where required to do so.
• Volunteers are available for help.
• For more information about the measures in place for Covid-19 please click here (new tab) .

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Introduction (Route Summary)

• Related link Newcastle Central Hospital.
• Https://www.disabledgo.com/access-guide/newcastle-city-council/newcastle-central-station
• Related link Royal Victoria Infirmary.
• Https://www.disabledgo.com/organisations/the-newcastle-upon-tyne-hospitals-nhs-foundation-trust/royal-victoria-infirmary

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  • This route plan takes you from Newcastle Central Station to The Great North Children's Hospital, via the Royal Victoria Infirmary Side Entrance.
  • There are two transport options in this guide.
  • Route 1 is by bus, Route 2 is by Metro.
  • Both routes merge at Haymarket Metro Station.

You are on Route 1 By Bus - Newcastle Central Station to Central Station Westgate Road Stand M. Skip to the next section.

Route 1 By Bus - Newcastle Central Station to Central Station Westgate Road Stand M

• This section of the route is approximately 137m
• Exit the station at the front right hand side from the concourse.
• Proceed to the pedestrian controlled crossing on Neville Street.
• The crossing has tactile paving and level kerbs.
• The height of the crossing button is 110cm.
• Continue straight ahead and proceed along Grainger Street.
• Grainger Street is pedestrianised and the surface is block paved.
• Proceed along Grainger Street to the pedestrian crossing at the junction with Westgate Road.
• The crossing has tactile paving and level kerbs.
• The height of the crossing button is 109cm.
• Immediately after crossing turn left and proceed along Westgate Road.
• After 17m proceed across the access road to The Mile Castle.
• The crossing has tactile paving and dropped kerbs.
• Central Station Westgate Road Stand M is ahead.
• Take the number 30 bus towards Fawdon to Haymarket St Mary's Place.

You are on Route 1 By Bus - Haymarket St Mary's Place to Great North Road. Skip to the next section.

Route 1 By Bus - Haymarket St Mary's Place to Great North Road

• This section of the route is approximately 98m.
• After exiting the bus at Haymarket St Mary's Place turn right.
• Proceed along St Mary's Place.
• There are railings along the right hand side of the pavement.
• The surface of the pavement is concrete tiles.
• Continue onto the pedestrianised area of Northumberland Street and proceed past Haymarket Metro Station on the left.
• Turn right and proceed along the side of Haymarket Metro Station, along the B1307.
• Just before the end of the station building turn right and proceed to the pedestrian controlled crossing.

You are on Route 2 By Metro - Newcastle Central Station to Haymarket Metro Station. Skip to the next section.

Route 2 By Metro - Newcastle Central Station to Haymarket Metro Station

• Newcastle Central Station is located above Central Metro Station.
• Proceed to Platform 2 of the Metro Station and take the Yellow Line train towards The Coast, or the Green Line train towards Airport.
• Exit the Metro at Haymarket Station, taking the exit towards Newcastle University and Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI).
• Proceed towards the pedestrian controlled crossing on the B1307.

You are on Cross Great North Road. Skip to the next section.

Cross Great North Road

• The crossing point is pedestrian controlled.
• There are dropped kerbs with tactile paving at the crossing.
• The road is busy.
• The surface of the crossing is tarmac.
• The height of the button for the controls is 95cm.

You are on B1307 to Queen Victoria Road. Skip to the next section.

B1307 to Queen Victoria Road

• This section of the route is approximately 320m.
• After crossing the B1307 turn left and proceed along the B1307, with Newcastle University on the right.
• The surface of the pavement is concrete tiles.
• Continue along the B1307 for approximately 85m.
• Take the first right onto St Thomas' Street.
• There is an easy uphill gradient along St Thomas' Street.
• After approximately 110m proceed across the access road to the Newcastle University buildings on the right.
• The access road is quiet.
• There are dropped kerbs without tactile paving at the crossing point.
• Vehicles pass from both directions.
• After approximately 40m cross King's Road.
• There are dropped kerbs with tactile paving at the crossing point.
• The road is quiet.
• Vehicles cross in both directions.
• Continue to the end of St Thomas' Street and turn right onto Queen Victoria Road.
• Proceed along Queen Victoria Road to the pedestrian crossing.

You are on Cross Queen Victoria Road. Skip to the next section.

Cross Queen Victoria Road

• The crossing point is pedestrian controlled.
• There are dropped kerbs with tactile paving at the crossing.
• The road is busy.
• The surface of the crossing is tarmac.
• The height of the button for the controls is 110cm.

You are on Queen Victoria Road to Great North Children's Hospital. Skip to the next section.

Queen Victoria Road to Great North Children's Hospital

• After crossing Queen Victoria Road turn right and proceed along Queen Victoria Road.
• The pathway becomes tarmac.
• The surface becomes uneven in some areas.
• Continue along Queen Victoria Road for approximately 172m, passing a pedestrian entrance to the main hospital grounds on the left.
• There is the remains of a vehicle entrance to the hospital grounds to cross.
• There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving.
• This area is sometimes used by vehicles dropping off passengers.
• Continue along Queen Victoria Road for approximately 20m.
• Turn left and proceed through the gate into the hospital grounds.
• There is a clearly marked pedestrian pathway.
• The surface of the pathway is tarmac and has some uneven areas.
• Continue along the pedestrian pathway and bear slightly to the right to the Royal Victoria Infirmary Side Entrance.
• The Great North Children's Hospital departments are located on the left hand side of the building as you enter.