Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability, West Hill Putney London, UK SW15 3SW

Details

Accessibility

"First and foremost, we care for people as individuals

Our ethos is one of care and compassion. We support people to reach their potential and maximise their quality of life.

Specialist professionals, across a wide range of disciplines, give care. The  combined aim is to of make a positive difference to the lives of our patients and residents.

We look after  patients in a way which helps them maximise their rehabilitation journey and gives them the best possible quality of life. Our additional therapies, activities, family support and range of professionals, not found in other rehabilitation environments, allow us to look after the whole person and not just treat their symptoms – we see people, not their disability.

The RHN is a homely environment that provides the very best quality rehabilitation for people with a neuro-disability.""

Brief description

"The RHN is a charity, independent from the NHS but working closely with it, to provide the best possible care for people living with neuro-disability.

Who we are:

Our leadership team, including our executive team, trustees, and president and vice president, works together to guide the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability in delivering expert care and support for those with complex neurological conditions."

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Hospital_for_Neuro-disability

"The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability, in Putney, South West London, is an independent medical charity that provides rehabilitation and long-term care to people with complex neurological disabilities caused by damage to the brain or other parts of the nervous system.[1] This damage is often caused by traffic accidents and progressive neurological conditions such as Huntington's disease and multiple sclerosis. The chief executive is Paul Allen. The hospital is a Grade II-listed building.[2]"

Address

Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability,

West Hill

Putney

London, SW15 3SW

Email

info@rhn.org.uk

Phone

020 8780 4500 + Emergency / Serious Incident Helpline 020 8780 4515

Website

https://www.rhn.org.uk/about/

Directions

2025: "The hospital is on West Hill on the A3 between Wimbledon Common and the Wandsworth Museum. There is free parking on site for visitors. If you come by car please give your registration number to staff on reception.

At times the car park can get very busy so if you’re unable to find a space, there is free parking available in the adjacent streets (but please check local signs). There is information on Wandsworth Council’s website about street parking.

Cycle:

For visitors who wish to cycle here, we have a number of sheltered bike parking areas."

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

2025: "Bus:

The 170 stops directly outside the RHN

The 337 and 37 stop on Upper Richmond Road, near East Putney station

The 93, 85 and 14 from Putney High Street stop by Putney Heath

Tube:

The nearest tube station is East Putney on the District line. It’s a 15 minute walk to the RHN via Keswick Road or there is a minicab office right outside the station.

Train:

The nearest train station is Putney. The walk from Putney station to the RHN is 15-30 minutes.

Transport for London’s Journey Planner can help plan routes using public transport. Visit tfl.gov.uk for details "

Amenities

2025: "Restaurant

Our restaurant Reed’s is on the ground floor along the main corridor. Overlooking the gardens it’s a great place to sit and enjoy the view. Here you can buy hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, pastries, snacks and hot food. There is also a range of foods available for people with special food texture requirements. 

Opening hours: Monday to Friday – 7.30am – 5pm, Saturday and Sunday – 10am – 4pm

Carers:

Carers’ Corner – ground floor: Carers’ Corner is a place where you can meet other families, patients and residents, and to find out what’s going on around the hospital.

On the ground floor in The View, there is useful information on hand, such as information on the conditions we work with and how we work, details of local support agencies and services and a programme of upcoming RHN events and activities.

There is also a computer with internet access that you can use here and a selection of games and books for children to enjoy when they visit.

Wenham Music Library – ground floor, off the main corridor, opposite Carer’s Corner. The Wenham Music Library offers the latest releases and an extensive back catalogue of various specialist genres including rock, reggae, new age, rap, classical, opera, pop and jazz. Portable CD players are available for patients to use.

The Music Library is open most days, Monday to Friday, but if you want to use it when it’s not open, please visit the Leisure and Family Services Office just next door. There is also a trolley service that visits each ward.

Computers and IT: Capsticks computer room – ground floor, off the main corridor. You can use a range of computers all with internet access. It is open between 10.30am and 3.30pm with a member of staff always there to provide IT support.

Wi-Fi access: There is free wi-fi access throughout the hospital. If you’d like to connect a device to the network, you can visit the Capsticks computer room for help, ask a ward manager or staff on reception.

Spiritual: Faith and religious services – ground floor. We have a chaplain who offers pastoral, spiritual and emotional support, whatever your faith or beliefs. The chapel is on the ground floor and open every day as a quiet space for private reflection, meditation and prayer. It is also a place for community services of worship.

Outdoor: Gardens. Our award winning gardens are open every day for you and your visitors to enjoy.

Personal: Hairdressing – ground floor opposite The View. We have our own on site hair salon. To book an appointment, please contact your ward manager.

Our restaurant Reed’s is on the ground floor along the main corridor. Overlooking the gardens it’s a great place to sit and enjoy the view. Here you can buy hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, pastries, snacks and hot food. There is also a range of foods available for people with special food texture requirements.

Fundraising

Fundraising team – two floors up from Reed’s: Through charity appeals, events, donations from individuals, trusts and legacies, the team need to raise over £2.7 million each year to provide services, therapies and equipment. To contact the Fundraising team, call 020 8780 4567 or email fundraising@rhn.org.uk

Postal service: Incoming mail – Incoming mail is received by the post room and taken daily to the individual wards

The postal address is:

Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

West Hill

Putney

London

SW15 3SW

Please ensure that you write the person’s name and either ward or department at the top of the address.

Delivery of goods/gifts:

Please inform main reception as well as the ward/department if you are sending goods/gifts, especially large or fragile items to the hospital on behalf of a patient or resident.

Please state the name of the receiver and sender.

Outgoing mail – There is a post box situated on the ground floor near the main entrance, opposite lift 1. Collection times: Monday to Friday 12.45pm