Quiet/reflective space
This page provides information about quiet/reflective spaces across NHS Grampian sites.
Many NHS Grampian sites offer quiet/reflective spaces.
These are open to everyone – patients, visitors, staff and volunteers are all welcome. While some are called chapels, these are for people of all faiths and none.
These are places for quiet reflection, meditation, prayer, or a space just to be.
These are shared spaces. Please treat others kindly, respect their need for quiet, and if you find someone using a space you'd like please wait until they are finished.
Many sites also have outdoor spaces where you can reflect and connect with nature and others.
Aberdeen Royal Infirmary - Sandpiper Sanctuary
The Sandpiper Sanctuary is above the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary Emergency Department on Level 1 of the Green Zone.
It is open 24 hours a day.
A stained glass window features many north east landmarks, rivers and wildlife and was generously supported by the Sandpiper Trust.
Aberdeen Royal Infirmary - Pink Zone Chapel
The Hospital Chapel at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary is on Level 2 of the Pink Zone, near to the lifts.
It is open 24 hours a day.
Aberdeen Maternity Hospital
The Aberdeen Maternity Hospital Chapel is on the ground floor, just past the reception desk.
It is open 24 hours a day.
A stained glass window depicts a baby supported by hands surrounded by birds, animals and plants, designed by Jennifer Jayne Bayliss.
The Aberdeen Maternity Hospital Memorial Book lies here, and families are able to come in at any time to look at the page which remembers their baby.
Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital
The Chapel in the Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital is on the first floor beside the main lifts.
It is open 24 hours a day.
The Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital Memorial Book lies here, and families are able to come in at any time to look at the page which remembers their child.
Royal Cornhill Hospital
The Chapel at Royal Cornhill Hospital is situated in Block C and is clearly signposted.
It is usually open between 9.30am - 4.00pm, Monday to Friday.
The Chapel is available for staff access 24 hours a day.
To gain access when it is closed, please call Switchboard on 0345 456 6000 and ask for the on-call chaplain.
Roxburghe House
The Sanctuary is at the heart of Roxburghe House, off the entrance area.
It is open 24 hours a day.
Woodend Hospital Chapel / Quiet Room
The chapel/quiet room in Woodend Hospital is on the left after entering at the Main Reception.
It is open 24 hours a day.
Dr Gray's Hospital Chapel
The Dr. Gray’s chapel/quiet room is on the ground floor in the Orange Zone, opposite Ward 8/HDU.
It is open 24 hours a day.
The Dr. Gray’s Hospital Memorial Book lies here, and families are able to come in at any time to look at the page which remembers their baby.
Foresterhill Mosque
There is a Mosque on the Foresterhill Health Campus in Aberdeen, located to the rear of Aberdeen Maternity Hospital (near the IM&T building). Friday prayer takes place there at lunchtime and the Mosque is open for regular prayer at any time of the day.
As this is in a separate building it may not be suitable for patients to attend.
Published: 27/08/2026 17:00