The first stage of a major redevelopment at Warwick Hospital has been completed, delivering a new main entrance and upgraded ground-floor facilities designed to improve patient access and staff experience.
The project, situated on Lakin Road, has transformed the hospital’s entrance into a modern, welcoming space with enhanced food and retail options for patients, visitors and employees. The redesigned ground floor now includes the main reception, outpatient pharmacy, Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS), a 'Changing Places' accessible facility, and a new charity hub.
Construction consultancy Pulse Consult led the delivery of the project after being appointed through the South Warwickshire University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT) Framework to provide project management services. The firm worked alongside SWFT and developer Noviniti to coordinate work within the live hospital environment.
Adrian Thomas, associate director at Pulse Consult, said the completion marked 'a testament to the dedication and expertise of everyone involved,' noting that the team navigated challenges such as data infrastructure diversions, departmental decants and a major deconstruction and rebuild. He added: 'We’re proud to have supported our client… in bringing this transformational space to life.'
The redevelopment forms part of a wider programme that will continue over the next two years. The upper floors of the new building, due to open in winter 2026/27, will contain two hospital wards with treatment rooms, waiting areas and clinic spaces.
Phase Two of the Trust’s long-term plans will then focus on boosting clinical capacity, enhancing patient experience and supporting same-day recovery for surgical patients. The project has been built to a BREEAM Excellent standard, reflecting SWFT’s focus on sustainability and energy efficiency.
Tom Howells, board director and national healthcare lead at Pulse Consult, said the completion of Phase One reinforces the firm’s strategic direction in the healthcare sector and 'lays the foundation for delivering long-term value and measurable improvements in patient care.'
Sophie Gilkes, chief strategy officer at SWFT, said the redevelopment is central to transforming the hospital estate into a modern, patient-centred environment. 'The opening of our new main entrance marks a key milestone… improving visitor experience, wayfinding and on-site amenities,” she said. “We are now excited to begin work on Phase Two, which will expand our clinical capacity, continue to reduce waiting times, and ensure we can meet future demand.'
