7 mental health( SEMH) needs and will be operated by the Beckmead Trust.
Lara Newman, Chief Executive of LocatED said:“ By working closely with our NHS partners and the Beckmead Trust, we’ re demonstrating how collaborative approaches can transform public services and deliver exceptional facilities for the communities we serve. We’ re proud to be contributing to the wider regeneration of this historic site, creating a purpose-built environment where children can thrive for generations to come.”
James Wright, Head of SCF( South East and London) said:“ We’ re delighted to have supported the procurement of Barnes Hospital regeneration, which will provide vital support for mental health and special educational needs in the community. Projects like this are especially significant for us as a framework, as they reflect the highimpact, community-focused projects we are committed to supporting. The collaboration shown by all teams involved has been outstanding and we’ re excited to see the positive impact the project will have.”
Patient advocate Kathy Sheldon, Chair of the Friends of Barnes Hospital, said:“ We have really enjoyed being part of co-designing the new Barnes over a number of years and look forward to continuing to support the Trust in the final stages of this. Replacing Victorian-era buildings with this modern, purpose-built facility will mean so much to the patients, carers and staff that we support. The Friends have been an integral part of Barnes Hospital for decades and we look forward to engaging with the new community here as it comes to life.”
Barnes’ redevelopment has been informed by consultations with staff, patients and the wider community over several years, with a residential development led by LS Estates also due to come forward on the remaining part of the site.
Barnes’ transformation is part of a major programme of rebuilding mental health facilities across South West London. This started with the £ 150m redevelopment of Springfield University Hospital in Wandsworth in 2022 / 23 and will be followed by the opening of the new Richmond Royal Wellbeing Centre this summer and the opening of Barnes Hospital in 2027. The programme will conclude with the £ 110m redevelopment of Tolworth Hospital in Kingston, due to be delivered in 2028.
In all this represents a £ 280m investment in local mental health services and makes up a key part of Trust’ s‘ Anchor’ work. This aims to use NHS resources strategically and deliver investments that support communities to be healthier, happier and greener.
Find out more about the development of Barnes Hospital: Barnes Hospital Redevelopment
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