West Cumberland Hospital in Whitehaven, part of North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC), is set to open its doors following a £40 million redevelopment. This marks the practical completion of a new 55,860 ft2 two-storey extension, delivered by Graham through the ProCure22 framework.
Modern methods of construction were used for around 70 per cent of the new facility, with the building featuring specialised wards and units that cater to a diverse range of healthcare needs, including:
- A ground floor Specialist Palliative Care Unit and Stepdown Community Ward (Loweswater Suite and Copeland Unit) with private rooms and access to a tranquil courtyard, providing a calming environment for patients and their families.
- A Children and Young People’s Ward, featuring upgraded rooms with en-suite facilities, creating a welcoming and safe environment for children and young people.
- A Care of the Elderly Ward, designed with dementia-friendly features, with six four-bedded bays, eight en-suite side rooms, and communal spaces to promote social interaction.
- A ground floor Stroke Rehabilitation Unit, with an outdoor rehabilitation area, private family room, and a mix of single rooms and bays.
Graham says the building ‘integrates advanced medical facilities with patient-centric design’.
The new extension is expected to be fully operational by the end of September.