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  1. \n\n Walk<\/a>\n\n <\/li>
  2. \n\n Cycle<\/a>\n\n <\/li>
  3. \n\n Bus<\/a>\n\n <\/li>
  4. \n\n Train<\/a>\n\n <\/li>
  5. \n\n Tram<\/a>\n\n <\/li>
  6. \n\n Car<\/a>\n\n <\/li>
  7. \n\n Accessibility and Specialist Requirements<\/a>\n\n <\/li>\n <\/ol>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]

    \n We strongly recommend using active travel or public transport to get to Withington Community Hospital. Our hospital is in a suburban location where roads are often busy, and parking is oversubscribed. Withington Community Hospital is served by many bus routes and other community and sustainable transport options.\n<\/p>\n[vc_column_text css=””]For information about public transport services, please contact Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) on 0161 244 1000. Their lines are open between 7.00 am and 8.00 pm on Monday to Friday, and from 8.00 am to 8.00 pm on weekends and bank holidays. You can also visit the TfGM website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    You can plan your journey by any mode of transport using the TfGM journey planning tool<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”7″ css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”walk”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

    Walk<\/h2>\n

    Walking is an excellent, low-cost way to get some exercise into a busy schedule. Whether you\u2019re walking the whole way, to a bus stop, Metrolink or train station, the steps add up.<\/p>\n

    Withington Community Hospital is easily accessible on foot and is approximately a 20-minute walk from Didsbury Village and Withington high street. Plan your route on the TfGM journey planner<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text]\n \n \n <\/svg>Top<\/span>\n<\/a>\n[vc_separator border_width=”7″ css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”cycle”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

    Cycle<\/h2>\n
    Withington Community Hospital is located in a suburban area with many parks nearby, so you may find it enjoyable to cycle to the hospital. We have cycle racks to lock your bike up outside the hospital. Please note, all users leave their bikes at their own risk and the Trust is not liable for stolen or damaged bikes.<\/div>\n

    Visit Cycle Streets for a personalised cycling map and directions to our site<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text]\n \n \n <\/svg>Top<\/span>\n<\/a>\n[vc_separator border_width=”7″ css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”bus”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

    Bus<\/h2>\n

    Withington Community Hospital is well served by buses, and three regular services stop immediately adjacent to the Hospital on Burton Road.<\/p>\n

    For live departures please check Burton Road Stop A<\/a> (for southbound services) or Burton Road Stop B<\/a> (for northbound services).<\/p>\n

    See this TfGM summary of which buses serve Withington Community Hospital<\/a>, and the journey times to the site.[\/vc_column_text]\n \n \n <\/svg>Top<\/span>\n<\/a>\n[vc_separator border_width=”7″ css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”train”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

    Train<\/h2>\n

    The nearest railway station to Withington Community Hospital is Burnage Station, which is around a 30-minute walk from the hospital.<\/p>\n

    Live departures and arrivals from Burnage Station can be found on the National Rail website<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text]\n \n \n <\/svg>Top<\/span>\n<\/a>\n[vc_separator border_width=”7″ css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”tram”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

    Tram<\/h2>\n

    Withington Community Hospital is less than a ten-minute walk from Burton Road tram stop, on the Metrolink \u2018pink\u2019 line.<\/p>\n

    Visit the Transport for Greater Manchester site for details of trams to and from Burton Road.<\/a>[\/vc_column_text]\n \n \n <\/svg>Top<\/span>\n<\/a>\n[vc_separator border_width=”7″ css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”car”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

    Car<\/h2>\n

    Parking can be in high demand at our hospital, so please allow time to find a space when you arrive. For specific information about car parking, please visit the Car Parking page<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    For personalised directions to the main car park, you can use this Google Maps page<\/a> and enter your starting location.<\/p>\n

    Electric Vehicle Charging<\/h3>\n

    We have a small number of electric vehicle charging points for public use in our car parks. There are currently two charging sockets at Withington Community Hospital, which are on the Mer network. For more information about Mer and how to become a member, please view the Mer website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    We do not guarantee access to a charging point, and users are also required to pay the relevant parking fees and follow fair usage guidelines.<\/p>\n

    If you want to find nearby charging units, please look at the TfGM electric travel website<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text]\n \n \n <\/svg>Top<\/span>\n<\/a>\n[vc_separator border_width=”7″ css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”accessibility”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

    Accessibility and Specialist requirements<\/h2>\n

    View the AccessAble guide for Withington Community Hospital<\/a> for detailed accessibility information.<\/p>\n

    Specialist Requirements<\/h4>\n

    If you have any accessibility enquiries or special requirements such as help with visual impairment, hearing, language, or communication matters, please ask a member of staff for assistance or contact the Patient Advice & Liaison Service (PALS)<\/a>. The PALS team can provide information about NHS services and other sources of help such as Citizen\u2019s Advice Bureau and support you through an anxious time. They also give a voice to patients\u2019 issues, help to identify gaps in services and report to the Trust Board.<\/p>\n

    Accessible Transport Guide<\/h3>\n

    Transport for Sick Children<\/h4>\n

    Transport for Sick Children is a registered charity working throughout Greater Manchester and helping children to reach their hospital appointments.<\/p>\n

    Please visit the Transport for Sick Children website<\/a>, email to@transportforsickchildren.org<\/a>, or call 0161 432 7800.<\/p>\n

    Ring and Ride<\/h4>\n

    Ring and Ride is a door-to-door accessible minibus service for people of all ages who find it difficult to use ordinary public transport. For more information, please visit the TfGM Ring and Ride website<\/a> or call 0161 200 6011.<\/p>\n

    Travel vouchers<\/h4>\n

    Travel vouchers are for people who are not able to use ordinary buses, trains or Metrolink and have serious walking difficulties or are registered blind. They can be used to pay for taxis and for travel on accessible bus services such as Ring and Ride and Community transport. For more information, please visit the TfGM Travel Vouchers website<\/a> or call 0161 244 1000.<\/p>\n

    Community Transport<\/h4>\n

    Local Link is a service which allows passengers within certain areas of Greater Manchester to book door-to-door journeys. Please visit the Local Link TfGM website<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

    Healthcare Travel Costs Scheme (HTCS)<\/h4>\n

    If you’re referred to hospital or other NHS premises for specialist NHS treatment or diagnostic tests by a doctor, dentist or another primary care health professional, you may be able to claim a refund of reasonable travel costs under the Healthcare Travel Costs Scheme (HTCS). For more information, please visit the HTCS website<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text]\n \n \n <\/svg>Top<\/span>\n<\/a>\n[vc_separator border_width=”7″ css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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