North London Hospice begins £10m rebuild
New inpatient unit to support patients across Barnet, Enfield, and Haringey, with £1.7m still needed.
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North London Hospice has officially started a £10 million rebuild of its inpatient unit. The project marks a significant investment in specialist end-of-life care for residents in Barnet, Enfield, and Haringey. Actress Michelle Collins, an ambassador for the hospice, attended a groundbreaking ceremony on September 24 to mark the commencement of construction.
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The new inpatient unit aims to provide a modern and comfortable environment for patients and their families. This redevelopment is the charity's most substantial project since the original unit was built over 30 years ago. Following extensive consultation, hospice leaders determined a full rebuild was necessary to meet future patient needs. Funding for the £10 million project has been secured through a combination of major donors, trusts, private sponsors, and some government support. However, the hospice still needs to raise an additional £1.7 million, with a public appeal scheduled to launch this autumn.
Temporary Relocation and Timeline
During the construction period, inpatient care services have been temporarily relocated to the Jade Ward at Edgware Community Hospital. This move took effect from July 1, 2026. The construction is being undertaken by Neilcott Construction Ltd. The hospice anticipates that the new inpatient unit will be ready to open in autumn 2027. The groundbreaking ceremony also served to commemorate the hospice's 40-year history.
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“Today begins a new chapter in the North London Hospice story. To every donor and supporter who has helped us reach this point: thank you, from all of us. Your generosity is helping us create a building that will care for local people for many years to come and stand as a beacon of hospice care across North London.”
Declan Carroll, chief executive of North London Hospice
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+What is happening with North London Hospice?
North London Hospice has begun a £10 million rebuild of its inpatient unit. The new facility is designed to offer a modern environment for specialist end-of-life care for patients and families across Barnet, Enfield, and Haringey.
+How much money does the hospice still need to raise?
The hospice still needs to raise a further £1.7 million towards the £10 million rebuild project. A public appeal is planned to launch this autumn to help secure the remaining funds.
+Where is inpatient care being provided during the rebuild?
Inpatient care services have been temporarily relocated to the Jade Ward at Edgware Community Hospital. This move occurred on July 1, 2026, to allow construction to proceed on the main hospice site.
+When is the new inpatient unit expected to open?
The new inpatient unit at North London Hospice is expected to open in autumn 2027. The rebuild project commenced with a groundbreaking ceremony on September 24.
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