Order flowers to Royal Hospital for Sick Children with fast delivery
When a child you love is unwell, sending flowers is a small but meaningful way to let them know you are thinking of them. Our flower delivery service to the Royal Hospital for Sick Children in Edinburgh helps families, friends and well-wishers across Scotland and beyond send a cheerful bouquet straight to a young patient's bedside, often on the very same day. The Royal Hospital for Sick Children, fondly known locally as 'Sick Kids', has long been a cornerstone of paediatric care in Edinburgh. Now based at the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People on the Little France campus in the south east of the city, the hospital cares for children from across Lothian, the Borders, Fife and the rest of Scotland. Whether your little one is on a short ward stay, recovering from surgery or attending a longer treatment programme, a bright bouquet can lift the mood of the entire family. Our local florists prepare each arrangement fresh on the morning of delivery, using seasonal British blooms wherever possible. For younger patients we recommend cheerful, scent-light bouquets in pinks, yellows and soft pastels, often paired with a small teddy or balloon to make the surprise extra special. All wrapping is kept simple and pollen-heavy varieties like lilies are avoided so the flowers are safe for the ward environment. Delivery to the Royal Hospital for Sick Children is handled with care. Our courier delivers to the main reception of the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, where staff at the front desk accept bouquets on behalf of patients. Reception is open daily, and visiting hours for general wards typically run from late morning until early evening, with parents and immediate carers welcome around the clock. We always recommend including the child's full name, ward name and, if known, the bed number on your order so staff can pass the flowers on quickly. If you are ordering from outside Edinburgh, perhaps from Glasgow, Aberdeen, Inverness or further afield in the UK, you can rely on us to take care of every detail. Place your order before 2pm Monday to Saturday for same-day delivery to the Royal Hospital for Sick Children, or schedule a bouquet to arrive on a specific date, such as a birthday on the ward or the day of discharge.
Frequently asked questions about flowers to Royal Hospital for Sick Children
What are the visiting hours for delivering flowers to the Royal Hospital for Sick Children in Edinburgh?
Parents and main carers are welcome at the Royal Hospital for Sick Children at any time, while general visiting for other family members and friends usually runs from late morning until around 8pm. Our courier delivers during standard daytime hours and hands bouquets in at the main reception of the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People on the Little France campus. Reception staff then ensure the flowers reach the correct ward, so you do not need to be present at the time of delivery.
Can flowers be delivered directly to a child's bedside at the Sick Kids hospital?
For infection control and ward safety reasons, our couriers do not go directly onto the wards at the Royal Hospital for Sick Children. Instead, deliveries are left at the main reception desk, where hospital staff or volunteers take the bouquet to the relevant ward. Some specialist units, such as intensive care or oncology, may have restrictions on fresh flowers, so it is worth checking with the ward in advance. If flowers cannot be accepted, we are happy to suggest alternatives like balloons, plush toys or chocolates.
How quickly can you deliver flowers to the Royal Hospital for Sick Children from elsewhere in Scotland?
Orders placed before 2pm Monday to Saturday qualify for same-day delivery to the Royal Hospital for Sick Children in Edinburgh, including orders sent from Glasgow, Dundee, Stirling, the Borders or anywhere else in Scotland. Sunday and public holiday deliveries can usually be arranged for the next working day. Once your bouquet has been handed in at reception, you will receive a confirmation message, giving you peace of mind that your gift has safely reached the hospital and is on its way to the young patient.