Access Compass guide
Managing hospital appointments & frequent medical visits (NGH/KGH)
Preparing for the day, transport and parking for children's appointments at Northampton General (NGH) and Kettering General (KGH).
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Who it's for: Parents & carers
Source checked automatically Last checked 5 Oct 2026. Review due 4 Nov 2026. Always confirm details with the service before relying on them.
Step by step
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Prepare for the day
Bring the appointment letter and your child's medicines, plus anything that helps them cope, such as a care plan, supplies or sensory supports.
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Ask about changes your child needs
Before the day, ask the clinic about anything that would help your child, such as somewhere quieter to wait or a different appointment time.
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NGH children's outpatients
Children's outpatients at Northampton General is in area K (the outpatients building). The hospital's page gives directions and the nearest car parks. For Child Development Centre clinics, see the NHFT page.
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KGH outpatients and parking
At Kettering General, Blue Badge holders take their badge to the Car Park Office in Car Park A to register. AccessAble has access guides for the hospital.
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Transport options
Non-emergency patient transport is only for people who meet the eligibility criteria: ask your GP or the team that referred you. Otherwise most people make their own way, and volunteer car services run in the Kettering and Wellingborough area.
Useful links
- EMAS Patient Transport Service
- NGH – What happens at CDC appointment
- NHS: patient transport eligibility
- NGH Children's Outpatients
- KGH – Blue Badge parking (Car Park A)
- NHS transport services
- Hospital passport template
- PALS (Patient Advice and Liaison Service)
- AccessAble guides (KGH)
- KGH – Hospital appointments