Visiting Royal Trinity Hospice

Do you have set visiting hours for the inpatient unit?

No, we don't have set visiting hours. You are welcome to come at any time during the day or night, and you are welcome to stay over, just let one of our team know.

Can I bring children?

We welcome children and young people as visitors, including to Common Cause, the gardens, our events (where appropriate) and to the inpatient unit when visiting a patient.

We ask that adults supervise any children that they are responsible for at all times within our buildings and in the grounds. Please always accompany young children in the garden where we have two unfenced ponds, beehives and plants that can be hazardous if consumed.

Can I bring pets?

During the daytime you are welcome to bring well-behaved pets to visit patients staying on the inpatient unit and dogs are welcome in Common Cause. We ask that you supervise your pets at all times, both within the buildings and the grounds and keep dogs on leads.

Is there parking at Trinity?

We have very limited parking here (five spaces), which is reserved for people visiting the inpatient unit, on a first come, first served basis. There is only one disabled parking bay at Trinity. You may notice what appears to be available parking behind the barrier at the front of the hospice. These spaces are in constant use by our Community Nursing team's pool cars so are not available for overflow parking.

There are Pay & Display bays on roads around the hospice, you will need to check the local parking restrictions. 

Can we bring flowers in and is there something to store them in?

You are very welcome to bring flowers into the inpatient unit. We have a room full of vases in all shapes and sizes, so just ask a member of the team to help.

Is there anywhere serving food and drink on site?

Complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits are available in our coffee stations on both wards and there is a vending machine (card only) at the entrance to the inpatient unit. 

Meals can be ordered from our kitchen for up to two visitors per patient, however patients are typically served first. There is a small charge for meals prepared by our Chef, which you can pay for in our Common Cause Café either with cash or card. Please be aware that we typically have one Chef on-site catering for everyone. You can also bring in your own food too, or order a local takeaway to eat in. Clapham Common is also well served by a variety of restaurants.

Is Common Cause Café open to visitors?

Yes, Common Cause warmly welcomes visitors and the general public. There is a selection of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, salads, cakes and snacks. Common Cause is open Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm and Saturdays 8.30am - 1pm. Payment can be made using cash or contactless.

Can I spend time in the gardens?

Royal Trinity Hospice has a range of quiet seating areas, extensive gardens, and a covered and heated external patio area. Those under the age of 18 will need to be supervised at all times within our buildings and in the grounds. Our garden has two unfenced ponds and plants that can be hazardous if consumed, which Trinity cannot take responsibility for.

Is Trinity accessible?

All public areas of Royal Trinity Hospice are wheelchair accessible and there are disabled toilets available around the building. There are some steps in the garden but all areas of the garden are also accessible by ramps. If you are a carer, patient or visitor to a patient and you have communication or information needs, we want to make sure we give you what you need. Please let us know how we can help. 

What public transport links are there?

Trinity is a ten-minute walk from Clapham Common tube station, (the quickest route is via Rookery Road) which is zone 2 on the Northern line. The London Overground can be accessed from Clapham High Street. The Number 35 or 37 bus goes to Clapham Junction station, taking around 15 minutes.

Can I smoke or vape?

Trinity has a strict no smoking or vaping policy anywhere in the building or in the grounds. There is a small shed in the garden that may be used for patients from the inpatient unit wishing to smoke but this is not available to any other visitors.

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