Although UCLH is located in the heart of London, it is fortunate to have precious green spaces in some of its hospitals that provide an oasis of calm, away from clinical settings, for patients, visitors and staff. Research suggests that being outside, in nature, can positively support wellbeing and clinical outcomes.
Our fundraising appeal has raised over £1million to make over UCLH’s gardens, creating beautiful spaces which can be enjoyed all year round. Special thanks to the generosity of Oak Foundation, whose significant donation has enabled the refresh and maintenance of the garden spaces.
If you would like more information about how you can support the gardens at UCLH please contact Gillian Reid via email gillian.reid16@nhs.net.
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Squire Garden at the Cancer Centre has been refurbished with a new watering system, planting and furniture, providing a much needed quiet, calm space for patients visiting the Centre for treatment, as well as staff and visitors.
Grafton Way Building
The Grafton Way Building garden is filled with lush planting, creating a calming outdoor retreat for patients, many of whom spend long periods in the haematology wards at the facility as well as the staff who work there.
Royal National Ear, Nose and Throat and Eastman Dental Hospitals
This beautiful space with panoramic views, is a haven for hard working staff who can take time out in serene surroundings. This refreshed and replanted garden is lovingly tended to by the UCLH volunteering team, and bursts with different colours and textures as the seasons change.
250 Euston Road
The garden in this staff only building, which houses many clinical and non-clinical staff, has had a major upgrade! The courtyard space is virtually unrecognisable – from dark and dingy, to bright and beautiful with new seating, planting and wall art.