Building better care together, welcome to the future of our estate. Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is proud to present our Strategic Estates Plan 2025–2030.

This refreshed plan sets out our ambition to create a modern, sustainable, and fit-for-purpose estate that supports high-quality care, enhances staff wellbeing, and reflects the needs of the communities we serve. Our estate is more than buildings, it’s where care happens, where people recover, and where our teams collaborate. With over 24 primary sites and 390 inpatient beds, our estate spans Leeds, York, and beyond, supporting specialist mental health, learning disability, and neurodiversity services.

What is our Strategic Estates Plan?

Our Vision: To optimally utilise only the highest quality, modern, fit-for-purpose estate aligned with the One Public Estate (OPE) principles.

Delivery principles:

• Consolidation and rationalisation
• Optimising partner estate
• Embracing technology
• Improving building design and layout
• Achieving carbon net zero

Progress since 2018:

• Vacated 10 leased buildings, saving £1.1m
• Opened Red Kite View for children and young people
• Created new therapy and wellbeing spaces
• Installed EV charging infrastructure and prepared for solar panel rollout

Future aspirations:

• Increase ensuite facilities across inpatient sites
• Co-locate adult acute and PICU services
• Improve dementia and older adult wards
• Expand community hubs and flexible workspaces

What this means for you and our communities

Our Strategic Estates Plan isn’t just about buildings, it’s about people.

For Service Users and Carers

• Safer, more therapeutic spaces: We’re prioritising ensuite facilities, natural light, and access to outdoor areas to support recovery and wellbeing.
• Inclusive design: Our estate will better reflect the diverse needs of our communities, including neurodivergent, dementia-friendly, and culturally sensitive environments.
• Improved access: We’re working to make our sites more accessible, with better signage, facilities, and transport links.

For Staff

• Modern, flexible workspaces: We’re transitioning to agile working environments that support collaboration, wellbeing, and digital innovation.
• Better facilities: From upgraded clinical spaces to improved staff areas, we’re investing in environments that help you deliver great care and feel supported at work.
• Sustainability at the core: Our estate will be greener, more energy-efficient, and aligned with NHS Net Zero goals, reflecting our shared commitment to the future.

For Our Leeds and York Communities

• Local investment: We’re improving facilities across Leeds and York, ensuring services are delivered in high-quality, accessible locations.
• Partnership working: By collaborating with local authorities, NHS partners, and voluntary organisations, we’re creating shared spaces that benefit everyone.
• A healthier future: Our estate will support integrated care, reduce health inequalities, and help people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

We want our estate to reflect the voices of the people who use it, work in it, and live near it. Whether you’re a service user, carer, staff member, or part of the Leeds and York community, your insights and experiences matter. Here’s how you can help shape the future of our estate.

Share Your Feedback

Tell us what works well and what could be improved. Your feedback helps us design spaces that are safe, welcoming, and inclusive.

• Participate in PLACE assessments (Patient Led Assessments of the Care Environment)
• Join service user and carer forums
• Speak to your local team or contact the Estates and Facilities department.

Join Co-Production Opportunities

We’re committed to co-producing our estate improvements with the people who use our services. Look out for opportunities to get involved in:

• Design workshops
• Consultation events
• Community engagement sessions

Stay Informed

We’ll be sharing updates on estate developments, new facilities, and sustainability initiatives. Keep an eye on:

• Service newsletters
• Website news and blogs

Request Your Copy of the Strategic Estates Plan

Want to explore the full detail of our Strategic Estates Plan 2025–2030?
You can request a copy directly from our Estates and Facilities Team. Whether you’re a member of staff, a service user, carer, or part of our local community, we’d love to share our vision and hear your thoughts.

Email:estatesandfacilities.lypft@nhs.net