- Address
- Shipston-on-Stour, CV36 4AX
- Run by
- South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- West Midlands, England
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Waiting times at South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
68% waiting under 18 weeks. 31,237 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 14 weeks | 61% | 4,004 | 10 weeks longer |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 14 weeks | 59% | 3,809 | 15 weeks |
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 8 weeks | 85% | 3,533 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Gynaecology | 12 weeks | 64% | 2,917 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Urology | 15 weeks | 57% | 2,603 | 12 weeks longer |
| Dermatology | 8 weeks | 85% | 2,432 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Gastroenterology | 11 weeks | 73% | 1,728 | 11 weeks |
| Oral surgery | 22 weeks | 42% | 1,371 | 16 weeks longer |
| Respiratory medicine | 19 weeks | 49% | 1,209 | 10 weeks longer |
| General surgery | 10 weeks | 74% | 1,155 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Cardiology | 8 weeks | 93% | 747 | 12 weeks shorter |
| Plastic surgery | 23 weeks | 43% | 458 | 14 weeks longer |
| Rheumatology | 7 weeks | 97% | 378 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 8 weeks | 94% | 183 | 7 weeks |
| General medicine | 3 weeks | 98% | 52 | 10 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 South Warwickshire University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horton Treatment Centre | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Good | 12 miles |
| Nuffield Health Warwickshire Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 17 miles |
| Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 24 miles |
| Spire Parkway Hospital | Spire Healthcare | Good | 25 miles |
| Spire South Bank Hospital | Spire Healthcare Limited | Good | 26 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| Cataract surgery | £2,000–£4,000 per eye | Price guide → |
| Adult tonsillectomy | £2,500–£4,500 | Price guide → |
| Hip replacement | £13,000–£19,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee replacement | £13,500–£20,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee arthroscopy | £3,500–£6,500 | Price guide → |
| Carpal tunnel release | £1,800–£3,300 per hand | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Horton General Hospital, Banbury (12 miles)
- Warwick Hospital, Warwick (15 miles)
- Alexandra Hospital, Redditch (21 miles)
- Cheltenham General Hospital, Cheltenham (23 miles)
- Solihull Hospital, Solihull (25 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Ellen Badger Hospital?
At South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Ellen Badger Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 11 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 68% had waited under 18 weeks. Ophthalmology (eyes) had the most people waiting (4,004). These figures cover the whole of South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Ellen Badger 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 Ellen Badger Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Horton Treatment Centre, about 12 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.