About Benenden Hospital
Benenden Hospital provides private consultations, diagnostics and treatment in Cranbrook, with appointments typically available faster than equivalent NHS waiting times. Care is consultant-led throughout, from initial outpatient assessment through to any procedure or surgery required.
As with other private hospitals, patients can typically expect a private en-suite room for inpatient stays, flexible appointment times, and direct access to diagnostics such as blood tests, imaging and scans. Exact facilities and opening times are best confirmed directly with the hospital.
Reviews & ratings
CQC rating shown is from the Care Quality Commission's public register and may have changed since publication — check cqc.org.uk for the latest.
Specialties
- General surgery
- Orthopaedics
- Cardiology
- Cancer care
- Diagnostics
What to expect
- Private en-suite rooms
- Consultant-led care
- Fast access to diagnostics
- Self-pay and insured patients welcome
How to access Benenden Hospital
With health insurance
Check the hospital is on your insurer's list (most major insurers include Benenden Hospital Trust facilities), get a GP or direct-access referral, then pre-authorise the treatment with your insurer.
Self-pay
Ask the hospital for a fixed-price package quote — most offer them for common procedures, with payment plans often available.
NHS-funded
Some private hospitals treat NHS patients for certain procedures. Ask your GP whether choosing this hospital through the NHS e-Referral system is possible for your treatment.
Other private hospitals in South East
- Ashtead Hospital
- Berkshire Independent Hospital
- Blakelands Treatment Centre
- Chaucer Hospital
- Chelsfield Park Hospital
- Circle Reading Hospital
Frequently asked questions
Is Benenden Hospital NHS or private?
Benenden Hospital is a private hospital, part of Benenden Hospital Trust. Some private hospitals also treat NHS-funded patients for certain procedures under the NHS e-Referral system — ask your GP whether that's an option for your treatment.
Can I be treated at Benenden Hospital with health insurance?
Most major UK health insurers include Benenden Hospital Trust facilities on their network, but always check your specific policy first. Benenden Hospital Trust hospitals are recognised by most major UK health insurers, including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality and others — check your specific policy's hospital list, and ask about self-pay packages if you're not insured.
Can I self-pay at Benenden Hospital without insurance?
Yes — most private hospitals, including this one, offer fixed-price self-pay packages for common procedures, often with payment plans available. Ask the hospital directly for a quote.
What is Benenden Hospital's CQC rating?
Benenden Hospital is rated "Outstanding" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), England's independent regulator for health and social care providers. Ratings can change after inspections — see the reviews section on this page for the current figure and source.