The £26.5m development was created to replace an existing hospice that was not purpose-built for modern care. Limitations included narrow corridors, minimal single-room accommodation and restricted access to outdoor spaces.

The new facility comprises two connected buildings. One provides outpatient services, rehabilitation facilities, a café and office accommodation, while the second delivers inpatient care across 27 beds, alongside dedicated family, dining and quiet spaces.
Following a value engineering review of the original proposals, we were appointed by Vaughan Engineering Group Ltd to review the inherited design, incorporate the agreed changes and develop a coordinated engineering services design for delivery. We then continued to provide technical support to the contractor throughout the construction phase.

Our scope included the design of heating, cooling, ventilation, lighting, power, public health and building management systems, together with utility infrastructure coordination and technical advice.
Several project-specific challenges influenced the design. Creating a quiet environment was an important consideration within the hospice setting, requiring careful equipment selection to comply with the project's acoustic criteria. The site's proximity to Manchester Airport also required coordination with the airport team to secure approval for the external lighting design.

Although net zero carbon was not a project requirement, we adopted a low-carbon approach in line with our commitment to sustainability, incorporating heat pump technology into the engineering services design.
The new hospice opened in May 2026, providing modern inpatient, outpatient and rehabilitation facilities for the communities it serves. Described by Chief Executive Rachel McMillan as a "dream come true" for the charity, the development represents a significant investment in the future of hospice care across Greater Manchester.