Flowers to Queen Alexandra Hospital – order online
When someone you care about is being treated at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth, sending a thoughtful bouquet is a simple way to brighten their day and remind them they are in your thoughts. Our local flower delivery service offers same-day and next-day delivery to Queen Alexandra Hospital, ensuring fresh, beautifully arranged flowers reach the ward quickly and reliably. Located on Southwick Hill Road in Cosham, just north of Portsmouth city centre, Queen Alexandra Hospital is one of the largest acute hospitals on the south coast of England, serving patients from across Portsmouth, Havant, Fareham and the wider Hampshire region. Our florists understand the importance of timing when delivering to a busy NHS site like Queen Alexandra Hospital. Every bouquet is prepared on the morning of dispatch using seasonal blooms sourced from trusted Hampshire and Sussex growers wherever possible. From cheerful sunflower bunches to elegant lily and rose arrangements, you can choose a design that fits your loved one's personality and the occasion, whether it is a new baby in the maternity unit, a recovery message for someone on a surgical ward, or a get-well gesture for a patient in cardiology. Deliveries to Queen Alexandra Hospital are usually made to the main reception in the central atrium, where hospital volunteers or ward staff will pass the flowers on to the patient. We always include the patient's full name, ward and bed number on the delivery label to avoid delays. Visiting hours at Queen Alexandra Hospital generally run from 2pm to 8pm, though some specialist wards, including critical care and paediatrics, operate slightly different times, so it is worth checking with the ward before sending a gift. Please note that, in line with infection control policy, fresh flowers are not permitted on certain wards such as intensive care, oncology and some surgical units. If your recipient is on one of these wards, our team can suggest a lovely alternative such as a potted plant, a chocolate hamper or a balloon bouquet that complies with hospital guidance. With free local delivery across Portsmouth, Cosham, Drayton, Farlington and surrounding postcodes, ordering flowers for Queen Alexandra Hospital has never been easier. Place your order before 2pm for same-day delivery, Monday to Saturday, and let us help you send a little brightness to a patient at Queen Alexandra Hospital today.
Frequently asked questions about flowers to Queen Alexandra Hospital
What are the delivery hours for flowers to Queen Alexandra Hospital?
We deliver flowers to Queen Alexandra Hospital from Monday to Saturday, with most deliveries arriving between 9am and 5pm. If you place your order before 2pm, we can usually arrange same-day delivery to the main reception at Queen Alexandra Hospital. Bouquets are handed to reception staff or ward volunteers, who then take them through to the patient's bedside. For Sunday or bank holiday deliveries, please get in touch and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
Which wards at Queen Alexandra Hospital do not accept fresh flowers?
For infection control reasons, Queen Alexandra Hospital does not allow fresh flowers on certain wards, typically including the intensive care unit, neonatal unit, haematology and some oncology and surgical wards. Policies can change, so we always recommend checking with the specific ward before ordering. If fresh flowers are not allowed, we offer thoughtful alternatives such as silk arrangements, fruit baskets, chocolates and potted plants, all of which can be delivered to Queen Alexandra Hospital just as easily.
What information do I need to provide when sending flowers to a patient at Queen Alexandra Hospital?
To ensure a smooth delivery, please provide the patient's full name, the ward name and, if possible, the bed number at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 3LY. A contact mobile number for the recipient or a family member is also helpful in case the patient has been moved or discharged. With these details, our drivers can quickly hand the bouquet to reception at Queen Alexandra Hospital, who will arrange for it to reach the right ward without delay.