The Trust has invested in energy efficiency through Light Emitting Diodes (LED) and solar PV (photovoltaics) lighting on both sites.
7,606 light fittings have been replaced with LED lighting across the two sites and a further review is currently being undertaken on the Bedford site. Expected carbon reduction from the 7,606 LED lights is approximately 576 tCO2/year.
There is currently no pedestrian access via the main service road (off Lewsey Road) between 4pm and 1am until Saturday 3 May 2025. For those requiring pedestrian access to the maternity unit, please use the main entrance on Lewsey Road and follow the route through the hospital buildings and corridors. Alternatively, access can be gained from St Mary’s car park.
UPDATE: In addition, from 5 May to 16 May (previously 13 May), there will be no vehicle access (off Calnwood Road) to the main entrance of the maternity unit between 4pm and 1am Monday to Friday, and 8am to 4pm, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday. Drop off and pick up will be in the St Mary’s car park only.
