Visiting Times
Films for children
Coming into hospital for surgery is often a daunting prospect.![](/zz_site_graphics/clear_pixel.gif)
To help alleviate some of this stress, we have produced two films to guide children and parents through the process.
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Parents can visit at any time. Other visitors must be accompanied by a parent
Contact Numbers for the Ward
Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm : 01225 824442
Out of Hours : 01225 824421
A trolley pay phone is available for patients' use.
Information for Parents
The Paediatric Department has produced a selection of helpful information leaflets which are available here:
The Care Team
The children's ward has been split into three sections, in accordance to age. Each section has it's own team of nurses. The doctors undertake a daily ward round.
Meal times
There is a choice of menus and we also cater for special dietary needs. Meal times are approximately as follows:
- Breakfast 8.00am - 9.00am
- Lunch 12.00noon
- Supper 4.30pm - 5.00pm
Breastfeeding Mums
All breastfeeding mothers will be offered meals at meal times. Drinks and snacks are available at all times.
Personal Belongings
Safeguarding Children and Young People - The RUH's Declaration
Other Children's Services
For information about your child's anaesthetic, please click here