South London: Florence and Nelson wards relocate to New Douglas Bennett House

July 25, 2026

South London News NHS and Wellbeing Desk Edited By Jimmy Nsubuga

Florence Nelson wards move into new South London NHS facility at NDBH.

New Home for Florence and Nelson Wards

Florence and Nelson wards have now moved into their new facilities at New Douglas Bennett House (NDBH). Service users and staff are settling into their updated spaces on the third floor.

The relocation process was described as quick and smooth. This move represents an important milestone for the Trust's £186 million Modernisation Programme.

Transforming Clinical Care and Environment

New Douglas Bennett House is a purpose-built facility designed to transform services. It aims to support high-quality clinical care, recovery, and a positive working environment.

Staff have reported enjoying the bright and airy atmosphere of the modern wards. Service users have also provided positive feedback, expressing excitement about the new, spacious feel.

The coming days and weeks will allow staff and service users to fully familiarise themselves with the new environment. Work continues on the wider programme of scheduled moves from Lambeth to NDBH and Bethlem Royal Hospital. These moves remain on track for late August and September.

The £186 million modernisation programme by South London and Maudsley NHS Trust is part of a broader national effort to upgrade mental health facilities. In 2023, NHS England announced plans to invest £4.2 billion in mental health services by 2024-25, aiming to improve infrastructure and patient care across the country.

OFFICIAL SOURCE VERIFICATION:

This report is based on official clinical data from South London and Maudsley NHS Trust.

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