Need advice on where to stay for London hospital visit please :) ??

[Mlee0258]

Hello everyone, I'm new to the group. Have had BD for 2 years got diagnosed we I was 20. I have my first appointment coming up in London St barts. And have a great distance to travel... can anyone recommend any where near by to stay or within easy access for bus route etc? thank you x

[Legomum]

There is some accommodation linked to the London Cof E that you can book in to. They usually send a leaflet with the apppintment info. Call the clinic and ask to speak to the support worker jean Christians or admin lady Bridie. I am sure it is free or donations only.

[sian35 in reply to Legomum]

Hi

Good luck with your appointment. I have syaed in the hospital accomadation the night before an appointment.

Its called the James Hora house and I think I paid £20 (which is the 'suggested' donation). This includes cereal and toast for breakfast and unlimited tea and coffee which you can make yourself anytime. There is also a kitchen where you can eat your own food.

One tip is to go through the hospital to get to the back to where the accommodation is located. i walked all the way round the hospital which as actually the Royal London Hospital - the clinic is held here not at Barts-, (Whitechapel tube) on very rough pavements a a bit scary! Please feel free to ask or private message me if you have any further questions.

best wishes,

Sian

[Mlee0258 in reply to sian35]

Thank you for the advice

[Mlee0258 in reply to Legomum]

Thank you for the advice

[billi]

Hi you don't say where you are travelling from so that somebody may be able to give you advice on route etc.

Billi

[Mlee0258 in reply to billi]

Hi there, travelling from Cornwall

[billi in reply to Mlee0258]

Ok we have just returned from a few days in ST Austell. Are you travelling by car or rail? And which day and time of day?

[Mlee0258 in reply to billi]

Not to far from me, Appointment is on friday morning. Haven't decided what's best train or car! any help would be appreciated

[Legomum]

Found my old printout on james hora home on Ashfield street. Tel [phone] maximum of 2 guests, limited to 7 nights. Doubt you want to stay that long!!! Places allocated to those with greatest need but think they do book up early. There are 14 single rooms, 5 twin rooms and one disabled access room All have ensuite shower and fresh towels. Communal lounge and kitchen. Hope you get a place!

[CrystalAngel1]

Like the others have said, James Hora House hospital accommodations is good but I have also used the Ibis budget hotel which is a few metres up the road too. Good luck with your appointment, Prof Fortune and the London team are amazing.

[Mlee0258 in reply to CrystalAngel1]

Thank you!