Walkway Canopy Installed at Foss Park Hospital in York

Foss Park Hospital in York now benefits from a sleek, modern walkway canopy that protects staff from they elements when they are transferring between the main building, and key service areas. The new covered walkway not only improves comfort and safety when using the area, but also enhances the area with it’s modern design. The canopy upholds our high-quality finish and durable materials, enhancing the functionality of the space for the NHS team for many years to come.

Project Specification

Product: Motiva Linear™
Roof:
- Opal
Size: 12434mm x 2577mm x 2000mm

What was the project brief?

Foss Park Hospital contacted A&S Landscape, as they were looking to work with a supplier to provide a reliable canopy solution for their covered walkway, linking the main building with several key areas across the courtyard, including the pharmacy, and linen storage area. The hospital required a solution that would keep staff dry and comfortable throughout the year, throughout rainy and snowy seasons.

What was our school canopy solution?

We provided our Motiva Linear™ design, a monopitch straight roof canopy that is one of our most adaptable and popular designs for outdoor covered areas. We created an L-shaped configuration, measuring 12434mm x 2577mm x 2000mm, providing continuous shelter around the perimeter of the courtyard. The Opal polycarbonate roofing allows natural light through into the area, whilst the Grey White Duracoat™ steelwork offers a smart, and durable finish. The final result is a low-maintenance, long-lasting solution with a bespoke fit to suit the hospital’s space.

About the client

Foss Park Hospital in York is part of the Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust. They provide essential healthcare services throughout the local community and North Yorkshire, the hospital offers both inpatient and outpatient services for a range of needs, including care home facilities, mental health facilities, and medical research facilities. The installation of this walkway canopy will help the NHS team to operate efficiency and comfortably all year, throughout various seasons and weather conditions.

The Role of Covered Walkways in Health and Safety Measures

Outdoor covered walkways are installed for more than just aesthetic benefit! Walkway canopies are a practical investment in the safety and wellbeing of staff, visitors, and students alike. Whether the canopy connects two buildings, provides shelter to entrances, or covers a ramped disabled access, these structures offer year-round protection from poor weather such as rain, hail, and snow; thus significantly reducing the risk of slips, trips, and falls.

Our covered walkway canopies are installed with Alu-Tuff™ guttering, a system that collects precipitation and directs this away from the designated pathway – to a safer area or drain. This helps to keep pathways and ramps dry and safe, reducing the risk of water freezing into slippery ice that could cause accidents and injuries during the winter months.