The Willows - Mental Health Intensive Care Unit
We provide intensive care for male patients when it is not possible to safely manage their needs and risks on an acute inpatient ward. Our patients are detained under the Mental Health Act.
We focus on assessment, treatment and recovery. Our care is provided by a range of healthcare professionals including:
- doctors
- nurses
- occupational therapists
- psychologists
- support workers
Accessing our services
The service is for men aged between 18 and 65 or patients over 65 who have already been accessing mental health services may also be referred.
Referrals are usually made to The Willows when a patient from an acute ward needs intensive care. However, referrals can also be made from a community setting.
Visiting information
Monday - Sunday 6.00pm - 8.30pm; though this can be flexible where possible by contacting the ward prior to your visit.
Contact and find us
Tel: 0115 8760130
The Willows
Highbury Hospital
Highbury Road
Bulwell
Nottinghamshire
NG6 9DR
Getting here
Our site offers:
- Free car parking
- Disabled access
Travelling to Highbury Hospital
Find your way here
Use Google Maps to find the best route to Highbury Hospital.
Bus
You can get to the hospital using Nottingham City Transport (NCT) bus routes 68 and 69:
- 68 - Snape Wood and Hempshill Vale to City | Nottingham City Transport
- 69 - Snape Wood and Hempshill Vale to Nottingham, via Sherwood Rise, Bulwell | Nottingham City Transport
Tram
The Highbury Vale Tram Stop is a 10 to 15 minute walk from the hospital.
Bike
There are bike racks available on site to store your bike.
You can plan your journey online by visiting the CycleStreets website.
Cycling to our sites is not only carbon emission free but is also excellent for physical and mental wellbeing.
Train
The nearest train station is Bullwell which is less than a 1 mile away.
For help planning your journey please visit: Plan Your Journey | Traveline
Parking
Highbury Hospital offers free onsite parking for both visitors and outpatients.
Spaces can be limited after 9am. Do allow a little extra time to find a parking space, especially during busy periods.
Help in a crisis
If your concern relates to a current inpatient of The Willows, please contact the ward directly.
If your concern is related to member of the public please contact your GP service, NHS 111, or in an emergency attend your local Accident and Emergency (A&E) department.
Support groups
Rushcliffe Mental Health support group:
Support for carers in Nottingham:
Information and advice:
Highbury Carers Group – please ask a member of the team for more details.
Information for health professionals
Discussion regarding admissions to the Willows should take place by contacting the nurse in charge of the ward directly and making a referral.
Ward Manager
John Maguire
Deputy
Marisha Henshaw
Service commissioned by
Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board.
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