Young persons clinic under 18s
We offer dedicated walk-in clinics for young people under 18 years of age. There is no need to make an appointment, visit our clinic on Wednesdays between 3.30 -5.30pm.
Virtual tour of our clinic
Visiting the Garden Clinic at Upton Hospital
- Enter through the main entrance of Upton Hospital.
- Follow the signs for the Garden Clinic.
- You’ll need to walk through a building to reach the clinic.
- Upon arrival, report to reception and take a seat.
- A team member will call your name when it’s your turn.
Accessibility information
We have a number of facilities available at Upton Hospital - Garden Clinic. For further information about this location, view a detailed accessibility guide created by AccessAble which includes information about entrances, facilities, and parking, to help you plan your visit.
Ramped/sloped access and/or manual doors
Onsite parking including blue badge/accessible parking bays, designated drop-off point
Step free standard toilet, accessible toilet, ambulant toilet, gender inclusive toilet
Baby change facilities
Assistive listening, hearing loop
Frequently asked questions
What accessibility features does this site have?
We have a number of facilities available at Upton Hospital, including:
- Wheelchair and step-free access
- Access to disabled toilets
- A translation service
- A braille translation service
- A signing service
Does this site provide internet access?
Yes, this site does provide internet access.
Is there car parking?
We have free on site parking for our staff and patients, as well as disabled parking to provide easy access to our site.
Can I get help with travel costs?
If you are in receipt of a welfare benefit or are on a low income, you may be eligible for help with travel costs.
Visit the NHS website for more about Healthcare Travel Costs Scheme (HTCS).
We can also help you with
How do I request an interpreter?
We can provide language translation and interpretation support.
Tell our staff which language you prefer to use, and we will make sure the right communication support is in place for your assessment and treatment. Please let us know as early as possible so we can ensure the appropriate translation or interpreting support is available.
We offer a range of professional services to ensure everyone can understand and be understood:
- Telephone interpreting
- Video remote interpreting (VRI)
- Face‑to‑face interpreting
- Written translation
- British Sign Language (BSL) interpreting
How can I get information in an accessible format?
Anyone with a disability, impairment, or sensory loss has the right to receive information in a format that meets their needs.
Under the Accessible Information Standard (AIS) – a legal requirement for all health and adult social care providers – we must ensure that people who use our services, including carers and families, can understand the information we provide and communicate effectively with us.
We can offer information in a range of accessible formats, including:
- British Sign Language (BSL)
- Large print
- Braille
- Audio
- Easy read
- Text message
- Face‑to‑face support with a carer or advocate present
If you need information in any of these formats, please tell a member of our team and we will make sure your communication needs are met.
Getting here
By car
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Route: From M4 Junction 6 for Slough Central/Windsor. Follow A355 Farnham Road toward Slough town centre. Turn onto Albert Street and Upton Hospital is signposted.
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Parking: We have free on site parking for our staff and patients, as well as disabled parking to provide easy access to our site.
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Route planner: Use the AA Route Planner for tailored driving directions.
By bus
Nearest bus stops:
The hospital has a stop called 'West Berkshire Community Hospital' near the main entrance on Rookes Way.
Nearby stops include Hambridge Road and Southdown Road, both within a 5–6 minute walk.
Bus routes serving the hospital:
Route 1 – Newbury ↔ Reading via Thatcham, Woolhampton, Theale (Reading Buses)
Route 1A / 1C – Circular routes between Newbury and Thatcham via West Berkshire Community Hospital
Route 1D / 1E – Newbury ↔ Thatcham via West Berkshire Community Hospital
Route 3C – Thatcham ↔ Hungerford (passes near the hospital).
Timetables
By train
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Nearest stations:
Newbury Racecourse Station – approx. 1 mile from the hospital
Newbury Station – approx. 1.5 miles away
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Connection: From the nearest station, walk (~25 minutes), take a local bus, or use a taxi.
Booking services
Patients and visitor information
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