You are on Getting To The Hospital. Skip to the next section.

Getting To The Hospital

Collapse all Expand all

• By Road View
  • Most of the University College London hospitals are within the Congestion Charge zone.
  • Parking spaces in the area can be difficult to find. Blue Badge restrictions apply in Queen Square and the streets close to the Square. Please check the restrictions of your badge within Camden. Parking meter bays are available in Queen Square and Great Ormond Street. There is an NCP underground car park at Brunswick Square.
• By Bus View
  • The following bus stops are available for the hospital; Southampton Row - 59, 68, 91, 168, 188, 501. Theobald's Road - 19, 38, 55, 243. High Holborn / New Oxford Street - 8, 25, 242, 501, 521.
• By Train View
  • Euston Station, King's Cross Station, and St Pancras Station are all within a 15 minute walk from the hospital.
• By Underground View
  • Russell Square (Piccadilly Line) and Holborn (Central and Piccadilly Lines) are both a short walk from the hospital.
• Useful Links View
  • Information on travelling to the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Information on parking in the areas surrounding the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Transport for London Website.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Patient Transfer Service Information.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
• Comments View
  • To find your way around the National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery (NHNN) and Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine (RLHIM) please click here (opens in new tab).

You are on Getting Help and Assistance. Skip to the next section.

Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) at the hospital.
• The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is located in the Basil Samuel Outpatients Department.
• The telephone number for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is 020 3448 3237.
• The email address for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is [email protected].
• There are volunteers available for help and assistance at the hospital.
• Volunteers do not receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Volunteers can be found in the reception area.
• BSL interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs.

You are on Public Parking (Queen Square Parking). Skip to the next section.

Public Parking (Queen Square Parking)

Collapse all Expand all

• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on along Queen Square.
  • The dimensions of the on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 365cm x 450cm (11ft 12in x 14ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the on street Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
  • There are not parking charges for the on street Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Payment signs are not provided.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Free parking for Blue Badge holders is for 2 hours only.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Standard on street parking is available.
• Public Car Park View
  • There is not a car park for public use within approximately 200m (219yd).
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
• Additional Public Parking Information View
  • For more information on public parking please click here (new tab).
• Comments View
  • There are standard on street parking bays available along Queen Square, these are 202cm wide and 50m long (photograph 5).

You are on Getting To (Neuro Critical Care). Skip to the next section.

Getting To (Neuro Critical Care)

• Neuro Critical Care is/are located on the first floor of the Chandler Wing.
• Access to Neuro Critical Care is via the main hospital entrance.
• When entering the main hospital entrance pass reception, turn right, continue ahead and then turn left.
  Continue ahead towards the Chandler Wing before turning right down the ramp and following it around to the left.
  At the bottom of the ramp the Chandler Wing lifts are located in front of you.
  Take the lift to the first floor and on exiting turn left, the service is then located on the right.
• There is ramped/sloped access to Neuro Critical Care.
• Neuro Critical Care is approximately 15m from the lift.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
• There is some flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.

You are on Outside Access (Main Hospital Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Main Hospital Entrance)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located along Queen Square.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 129cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 135cm (4ft 5in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 155cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides going up the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp is 99cm.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step Details View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 4 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides going up the step(s).

You are on Other Floors (Chandler Wing Stairs). Skip to the next section.

Other Floors (Chandler Wing Stairs)

Collapse all Expand all

• Stairs View
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G, 1, 2, 3, 4.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor of the building are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels are good.

You are on Lift (Chandler Wing Lift). Skip to the next section.

Lift (Chandler Wing Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located directly in front as you enter the hospital via the Chandler Wing.
• Signs indicating the location of this lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the Chandler Wing/Powis Place entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1, 2, 3, 4.
• There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is good.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
• The clear door width is 128cm (4ft 2in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 148cm x 265cm (4ft 10in x 8ft 8in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

You are on Opening Times (Visiting Hours High Dependancy Unit and Neuro Medical ITU). Skip to the next section.

Opening Times (Visiting Hours High Dependancy Unit and Neuro Medical ITU)

• Monday 11:00 - 19:00.
• Tuesday 11:00 - 19:00.
• Wednesday 11:00 - 19:00.
• Thursday 11:00 - 19:00.
• Friday 11:00 - 19:00.
• Saturday 11:00 - 19:00.
• Sunday 11:00 - 19:00.

You are on Opening Times (Neuro Surgical Intensive Care). Skip to the next section.

Opening Times (Neuro Surgical Intensive Care)

• Monday 09:00 - 20:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 20:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 20:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 20:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 20:00.
• Saturday 09:00 - 20:00.
• Sunday 09:00 - 20:00.

You are on Entrance (Neuro Critical Care). Skip to the next section.

Entrance (Neuro Critical Care)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the first floor of the Chandler Wing.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 140cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 140cm.

You are on Level Change (Relatives' Room). Skip to the next section.

Level Change (Relatives' Room)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located ahead as you enter the Neuro Critical Care entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are medium.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located on the right of the main ward corridor.
• There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.

You are on Ward (Neuro Medical ITU). Skip to the next section.

Ward (Neuro Medical ITU)

Collapse all Expand all

• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an Neuro Medical ITU ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There is/are 1 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 1 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 4 bed(s) on this ward in total.
• Ward Access View
  • There is a/are door(s) leading into the ward.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The automatic door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is level access throughout the ward.
  • There is clear signage on the ward.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is flooring on the ward with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Reception/Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the Nurses' Station desk is 123cm.
  • There is not a lowered section.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
• Relatives' Room View
  • There is a relatives room for the ward.
  • The width of the door opening into the relatives room is over 75cm.
  • There is not a clear turning space in the relatives room.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests available within the relatives room.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
  • The ward does not play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is available on the ward.
• Visitor Facilities View
  • There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Accessible toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the Chandler Wing.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the Chandler Wing.

You are on Ward (Neuro Surgical Intensive Care). Skip to the next section.

Ward (Neuro Surgical Intensive Care)

Collapse all Expand all

• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an Neuro Surgical Intensive Care ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There is/are 1 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 2 side room(s) available.
• Ward Access View
  • There is a/are door(s) leading into the ward.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 168cm (5ft 6in).
  • There is level access throughout the ward.
  • There is clear signage on the ward.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is flooring on the ward which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Reception/Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the Nurses' Station desk is 76cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
  • The ward does not play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is available on the ward.
• Visitor Facilities View
  • There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Accessible toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the Chandler Wing.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the Chandler Wing.

You are on Ward (High Dependency Unit). Skip to the next section.

Ward (High Dependency Unit)

Collapse all Expand all

• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an High Dependency ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There is/are 1 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 0 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 6 bed(s) on this ward in total.
• Ward Access View
  • There is a/are door(s) leading into the ward.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The automatic door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 133cm (4ft 4in).
  • There is level access throughout the ward.
  • There is no clear signage on the ward.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is flooring on the ward with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
  • The ward does not play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is available on the ward.
• Visitor Facilities View
  • There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Accessible toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the Chandler Wing.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the Chandler Wing.

You are on Ward (Emergency Stroke Unit). Skip to the next section.

Ward (Emergency Stroke Unit)

Collapse all Expand all

• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an emergency care ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There is/are 2 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 3 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 9 bed(s) on this ward in total.
• Ward Access View
  • There is a/are door(s) leading into the ward.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 161cm (5ft 3in).
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 125cm (4ft 1in).
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 119cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is a door release button when exiting.
  • The height of the door release button is 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • There is level access throughout the ward.
  • There is clear signage on the ward.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is some flooring on the ward which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Relatives' Room View
  • There is not a relatives' room for the ward.
• Example Side Room View
  • The side room surveyed does not have an accessible ensuite.
  • The width of the door opening into the side room is over 75cm.
  • The side room surveyed does have a ceiling track hoist.
  • The hoist covers the bed.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre around the bed.
  • Bedside storage is available.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and the floor in the side room is fair.
  • The lighting levels in the side room are good.
  • It was not possible to access any side rooms at the time of survey.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
  • The ward does not play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is available on the ward.
  • There are not washroom facilities for patients on the ward.
  • There are not toilet facilities for patients on the ward.
• Visitor Facilities View
  • There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Accessible toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the Chandler Wing.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the Chandler Wing.

You are on Washroom. Skip to the next section.

Washroom

Collapse all Expand all

• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is shared.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 175cm x 200cm (5ft 9in x 6ft 7in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 160cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The tap type is lever. It is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet has a lid obstructing the back rest/cistern/wall.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 98cm.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is lever.
  • A shower chair is available.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is good.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

You are on Related Access Guides. Skip to the next section.

Related Access Guides

• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery Main Entrance link (new tab) - click here.
• Chandler Wing Entrance link (new tab) - click here.