An important development in Farnham, Surrey, Beard Construction has commenced work on a substantial hospice building measuring 3,700 sqm.
- Beard Construction has been assigned an £11.9m contract to construct the new Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice, replacing the outdated current facility.
- Recognised for its thoughtful design, the new structure by RH Partnership Architects will feature single-storey, 18-bedroom facilities with modern amenities.
- Work is underway with the utilisation of a tower crane, addressing site access constraints and facilitating construction.
- The project, scheduled for completion by end 2025, marks a crucial step in expanding care for many more local residents.
Beard Construction has commenced a significant construction project in Farnham, Surrey, building a 3,700 sqm hospice. The new Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice will replace an ageing facility, which is currently no longer adequate for its purposes. This modern development, secured with an £11.9m contract, aims to address the growing need for specialised healthcare in the region.
The design of the hospice, by RH Partnership Architects, reflects a modern and sensitive approach to healthcare architecture. The building will be primarily a low-level, single-storey structure with 18 bedrooms, each equipped with ensuite wet rooms and bifold doors opening onto the courtyard or gardens. Adjunct to this will be a two-storey concrete frame building, featuring essential amenities such as a reception, cafeteria, and clinical rooms on the ground floor, as well as office space for staff on the first floor.
Engineering solutions for site accessibility are in place, including the use of a tower crane. This ensures that deliveries and other construction activities proceed without hindrance, despite the site’s limited access. The preparatory work has begun with site clearing, paving the way for further development.
This project signifies a new chapter for Phyllis Tuckwell, as highlighted by its chief executive, Sarah Church. The hospice’s history has seen care extended to around 17,000 individuals since its inception, and this development ensures the ability to expand services to meet increasing demand. Such efforts, coupled with Beard’s expertise, aim to deliver a facility that truly meets the needs of the community.
Tom Jenkinson, Beard’s Guildford director, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, citing its potential impact on the local community and the opportunity to employ Beard’s extensive experience in constructing healthcare facilities. Similarly, Nic Hoar from RH Partnership Architects, noted the positive influence a well-designed hospice can have on patients and healthcare providers alike.
The new Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice aspires to enhance community care with its targeted completion by 2025.
