- Address
- Lytham St Annes, FY8 1PB
- Run by
- Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- North West, England
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Waiting times at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
58% waiting under 18 weeks. 40,794 people on the list.
65% under 18 weeks. The NHS constitution standard is 92% within 18 weeks.
| Specialty | Typical wait | Under 18 weeks | People waiting | England average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiology | 18 weeks | 50% | 5,254 | 12 weeks longer |
| Gastroenterology | 15 weeks | 56% | 3,683 | 11 weeks longer |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 12 weeks | 65% | 3,388 | 10 weeks longer |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 11 weeks | 69% | 3,244 | 15 weeks shorter |
| Gynaecology | 20 weeks | 45% | 3,215 | 14 weeks longer |
| Dermatology | 12 weeks | 65% | 3,134 | 10 weeks longer |
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 15 weeks | 56% | 2,976 | 14 weeks longer |
| Urology | 18 weeks | 50% | 2,351 | 12 weeks longer |
| Oral surgery | 20 weeks | 45% | 2,140 | 16 weeks longer |
| General surgery | 18 weeks | 50% | 1,196 | 13 weeks longer |
| Rheumatology | 11 weeks | 71% | 1,060 | 10 weeks |
| Respiratory medicine | 13 weeks | 63% | 1,014 | 10 weeks longer |
| Cardiothoracic surgery | 19 weeks | 47% | 908 | 10 weeks longer |
| Plastic surgery | 10 weeks | 67% | 252 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 5 weeks | 98% | 62 | 7 weeks shorter |
"Typical wait" is the median time people currently on the waiting list have waited so far, from referral, for consultant-led treatment. Figures cover the whole of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, not just this hospital. Source: NHS England Referral to Treatment (RTT) waiting times, July 2026.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spire Fylde Coast Hospital | Spire Healthcare Limited | Good | 4.9 miles |
| Fulwood Hall Hospital | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Good | 12 miles |
| Renacres Hospital | Ramsay Health Care | Good | 14 miles |
| Euxton Hall Hospital | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Good | 16 miles |
| The Beardwood Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 20 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy | £2,000–£3,500 | Price guide → |
| Gastroscopy (upper endoscopy) | £1,400–£2,700 | Price guide → |
| Cataract surgery | £2,000–£4,000 per eye | Price guide → |
| Adult tonsillectomy | £2,500–£4,500 | Price guide → |
| MRI scan | £250–£700 per body part | Price guide → |
| Private consultant appointment | £150–£300 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Blackpool (5 miles)
- Southport and Formby District General Hospital, Southport (9 miles)
- Royal Preston Hospital, Preston (12 miles)
- Ormskirk District General Hospital, Ormskirk (14 miles)
- Chorley and South Ribble Hospital, Chorley (16 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Clifton Hospital?
At Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Clifton Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 14 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 58% had waited under 18 weeks. Cardiology had the most people waiting (5,254). These figures cover the whole of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Clifton Hospital?
In England you usually have a legal right to choose which hospital you're referred to for your first outpatient appointment with a consultant, if you need non-urgent treatment. Ask your GP to refer you, or use the NHS App to compare options.
Where is the nearest private hospital to Clifton Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Spire Fylde Coast Hospital, about 5 miles away by straight-line distance. There are 5 private hospitals within 40 miles on this page. See the nearest private hospitals →
Can I pay to go private instead of waiting?
Yes. You can pay for a private consultation or treatment yourself, or use health insurance if you have it and the condition started after your cover began. You can usually go back to the NHS waiting list afterwards if you want to. Our price guides show typical self-pay costs.
Hospital details come from England's NHS organisation data. Check with the hospital before you travel, as services and departments change.