You may be eligible to stay at Ronald McDonald House Evelina London. It is one of 14 houses in the UK, which are run by an independent charity – Ronald McDonald House Charities.
The Ronald McDonald House provides a free 'home away from home' for families whose children are being cared for in Evelina London.
Facilities
There are 59 ensuite bedrooms, as well as communal living areas like kitchens, playrooms, lounges and laundry facilities. Families can stay for free for as long as their child is staying in hospital. They'll need to pay a £25 deposit when you arrive which you can choose to give as a donation or get back when you leave.
Each room has a telephone so families can contact their child's ward directly.
Requesting a room
If you would like to stay in a room at the house, please ask a member of staff on your child’s ward to refer you. Please do not contact the house directly.
Using the day room
You can use of the day room between 9am to 9pm, even if you're not staying in If you're not staying at Ronald McDonald House Evelina London. Ask a member of staff on your child's ward to give you a day pass.
The day room includes a kitchenette, dining area, lounge and play area. You can also use the shower and laundry room.
How to find us
Address:
Ronald McDonald House Evelina London
216 Lambeth Road
London SE1
Travelling between Evelina London Children's Hospital and Ronald McDonald House
The quickest route from the hospital during the day is through Archbishop’s Park, approximately a 10 minute walk. Walk to the end of the Evelina London Children's Hospital driveway and turn left. The entrance to the park is opposite St Thomas' A&E. When you enter the park turn right. Follow the path to the exit on the other side, which will bring you out onto Lambeth Road. Once you have left the park, turn right and the entrance to the house is directly on your right. The park opens at sunrise and closes at sunset.
When the park is closed, the best route from the hospital is to walk to the end of Evelina London Children's Hospital driveway and turn right onto Lambeth Palace Road. When you get to the roundabout, turn left and walk down Lambeth Road. Turn left just before the railway bridge and you will see the entrance to the House.